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The Nantucket Dreamland

The Nantucket Dreamland
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TheatreArt Galleries (Arts & Culture)Conference/Function FacilitiesMovie Theatre

Hours:

Open 364 days a year (except Christmas Day); Hours vary due to movie schedules

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In the heart of downtown Nantucket!

About Us

The Nantucket Dreamland is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for community activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of entertainment and education.

Located in the heart of downtown Nantucket, the Dreamland is LEED Certified from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) as an environmentally sustaining “green” facility and is open to the public year-round, including use of our public restrooms. This state-of-the-art complex features a 314 seat Main Theater along with flexible meeting and theater space in the Studio Theater and the beautiful Harborview Room.

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Events

Film for Thought: Blue Moon
  • Film for Thought screening of Blue Moon, an intimate 1943 drama about lyricist Lorenz Hart. Free for members. General Public $20.
  • Wednesday Feb 4, 2026
Warren Miller's Sno-ciety
  • Warren Miller’s SNO-CIETY screens at Nantucket Dreamland with an opening reception, raffle, and a celebration of winter and snow sports culture.
  • Thursday Feb 5, 2026
National Theater Live: Hamlet
  • National Theatre Live presents Shakespeare’s Hamlet on screen at Nantucket Dreamland, featuring a bold and immersive production of the classic tragedy.
  • Sunday Feb 8, 2026
Best Screenplays of the 21st Century: Mad Max: Fury Road
  • Best Screenplays of the 21st Century screening of Mad Max: Fury Road, a thrilling apocalyptic action film. Free for members. General Public $20.
  • Monday Feb 9, 2026
Golden Age Films: Double Idemnity
  • Golden Age Films screening of Double Indemnity, a classic film noir. Free for members and seniors. General Public $13.
  • Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Galentine's Day: Waffles, Friends, & Film
  • Celebrate Galentine’s Day with waffles and Thelma & Louise. Enjoy a make-your-own waffle bar, cash bar, and a fun night out with friends.
  • Friday Feb 13, 2026
Dreamland Valentine’s Day Social & Screening
  • Valentine’s Day social with light bites, cash bar, When Harry Met Sally, and an optional love story recording experience at Dreamland.
  • Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Hearts & Crafts Matinee: Will You Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown?
  • Free Valentine’s Day matinee with Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown and a kids Valentine’s card craft at Dreamland.
  • Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Best Screenplay of the 21st Century: Promising Young Woman
  • Best Screenplays of the 21st Century screening of Promising Young Woman, a bold and provocative thriller. Free for members. General Public $20.
  • Monday Feb 16, 2026
Golden Age Films: Gaslight
  • Golden Age Films screening of Gaslight, a classic psychological thriller. Free for members and seniors. General Public $13.
  • Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Film for Thought: Jago: Into the White
  • Film for Thought screening of Jago: Into the White, a documentary on sculptor Jago and his modern Pietà. Free for members. General Public $20.
  • Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Best Screenplays of the 21st Century: The Prestige
  • Best Screenplays of the 21st Century screening of The Prestige, a twist-filled thriller about rival magicians. Free for members. General Public $20.
  • Monday Feb 23, 2026
Golden Age Films: Sweet Smell of Success
  • Golden Age Films screening of Sweet Smell of Success, a sharp noir classic. Free for members and seniors. General Public $13.
  • Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Dreamland Comedy Nights: A Night of Stand-up & Storytelling
  • Dreamland Comedy Nights returns with stand-up and storytelling from Sandy Kohner, David Hayes, Sarah Fraunfelder, and John Eboli. Mature audiences.
  • Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Dreamland Comedy Nights: A Night of Stand-up & Storytelling
  • Dreamland Comedy Nights returns with stand-up and storytelling from Sandy Kohner, David Hayes, Sarah Fraunfelder, and John Eboli. Mature audiences.
  • Thursday Mar 26, 2026