Even though we hope for the best weather while we’re on vacation, there’s no need to let a rainy day dampen your fun while visiting Martha’s Vineyard. If you’re looking for what to do on a rainy day on the island, we have you covered with our top 9 ideas for rainy day activities on Martha’s Vineyard!
What To Do on Martha's Vineyard When It Rains
1. Explore the Vineyard’s history
Spend some time getting to know the island’s history at the Martha's Vineyard Museum! The museum aims to inspire people to discover and strengthen their connections to the Island and its diverse heritage. They have a variety of permanent and rotating exhibitions.
2. Test your arcade skills
If you’re looking for fun for the whole family, the Oak Bluffs Game Room is a great option! Test your skills and enjoy over 75 arcade and video games. The Game Room is open daily from 9 am to midnight.
3. Sample the local fare
Don’t let rainy weather get you down, you can enjoy fresh seafood rain or shine on Martha’s Vineyard. Plan your own food tour of the island, taste test your way through local lobster rolls, or simply treat yourself to a long and lazy afternoon at one of our favorite restaurants.
4. Explore the art scene or take a class
From cooking to painting and yoga to dance, there are plenty of options when it comes to enjoying art or learning something new on the Vineyard. A few ideas for classes include:
- Cooking - Check out Farm.Field.Sea’s signature classes.
- Yoga and Dance - Visit The Yard for classes for kids and adults alike.
- Art and Painting - The Martha’s Vineyard Art Association offers a variety of art classes for children, teens, and adults.
- Dance, Music, and More - Check out the Featherstone Center for the Arts for dance and music classes, children's camps, gallery shows, art markets, poetry, and more.
5. Go for a strike!
Bowling is the perfect afternoon or evening activity on a rainy day, and The Barn isn’t your average bowling alley. The Barn offers 10 lanes of bowling with state-of-the-art scoring software as well as a bar and restaurant that serves both lunch and dinner.
6. Catch a matinee movie
What better way to spend a rainy afternoon than by catching that movie you’ve been wanting to see. The Martha’s Vineyard Film Society operates the Capawock Theater in Vineyard Haven and the Strand Movie Theater in Oak Bluffs from May to December, as well as the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center in Vineyard Haven.
7. Quench your thirst
Sunshine not required to enjoy our local suds. Sample our craft beer scene with Bad Martha Brewing Company and Offshore Ale Company, both located right on Martha’s Vineyard.
8. Make your own game day
One of the perks of renting a vacation home on your Martha’s Vineyard getaway over a hotel is having extra space to enjoy and relax in. If the weather outside is uncooperative, make a day out of staying inside and have your own family game day at your vacation rental.
9. Visit the oldest carousel in the country
The Flying Horses Carousel was originally built in 1876! Your little ones will enjoy the ride on the beautifully restored antique horses that are complete with real horsehair manes and tails. Grab the lucky brass ring to win a free ride.
We hope this helps you when you're planning your Martha's Vineyard vacation.
