Welcome to Provincetown! Do you know the names of the four ladies who greet you at Fisherman’s Wharf? They are Eva Silva, Mary Jason, Bea Cabral and Frances Raymond – part of an art installation titled “They Also Faced The Sea.” A fifth image of Almeda Segura was, unfortunately, destroyed by weather.
Category: Art and Theater
Bob Gasoi Memorial Art Alley
The Bob Gasoi Memorial Art Alley is located at 290 Commercial Street in Provincetown and is a great photo opportunity for anyone coming to town. It features murals of Alice in Wonderland, Greek mythology, and more!
Johnny Spampinato and The Value Leaders
Johnny Spampinato and The Value Leaders rocked out at their record release party at Terra Luna, 104 Shore Road, North Truro.
Qya Crystal | Ptown
Qya Crystal hangs with a hip crowd in downtown Provincetown.
“Single Drunk Female” Star Lily Mae Harrington
“Single Drunk Female” star Lily Mae Harrington made a surprise appearance at the Old Colony Tap, 323 Commercial St., where she played some self-composed tunes and brought down the house.
Drag Karaoke with Dana Danzel
Drag Karaoke with Dana Danzel is back at 10 pm nightly at the new Governor Bradford. There’s no cover charge but bring your vaccine cards.
Winthrop Street Cemetery
The Winthrop Street Cemetery is distinct as the oldest cemetery in Provincetown, and was also prominently featured in American Horror Story’s Red Tide.
New Outdoor Theater for Payomet Performing Arts Center
The baseball field for the families of the airmen who worked at the North Truro Air Force Station has been transformed into an outdoor theater for Payomet Performing Arts Center. Keep an eye out for programming, which is now being scheduled for the new space.
Near-frozen Pond in Provincetown
A rarely-trodden Provincetown path leads to a near-frozen pond, with the snow lending the landscape a new look.
Provincetown Events in 2021
We are so excited about this season in Provincetown – and the many events hopefully coming back to life in person this year. While the schedule is ever evolving and subject to change, we put together a list of expected events for this upcoming season. Please reach out to us or check Provincetown Event Calendar on ptown.org for updated information.
April
Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum Reopens
Whale Watch Season Begins
Patriot’s Day
Gays for Patsy – a weekend of fun and dancing in Provincetown!
May
Run to the Top – a timed race to the top of the Provincetown Pilgrim to raise money for local organizations.
Outer Cape Chorale Concert
Monumental Yard Sale Weekend
Twenty Summers – a collaboration of art-filled events and installments throughout town.
Single Women’s Weekend – an annual event where Lesbians meet and connect with speed datings, shows, and more.
Memorial Day Weekend
Ferry Service Resumes
June
Cabaret Fest – the largest cabaret festival in New England!
Women of Color Weekend – a pride event to elevate LGBTQIA women of color, trans- people of color, non-binary people of color, gender-fluid people of color, and their supporters.
Provincetown Pride
Provincetown Coastal Rowing Regatta & Beach Games
Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
WorldFest 2021 – an annual event designed to enhance the visibility of Provincetown’s international student/worker population.
Portuguese Festival & Blessing of the Fleet – celebrate the Portuguese heritage of Provincetown with events, a parade, and more.
July
Independence Week 2021
Bear Week
Cape Cod Dance Festival – a celebration of all things dance with parties, events, performances, and more.
Girl Splash – A week of parties, comedians, shows, and more to celebrate women.
Family Week – The largest celebration of LGBTQ+ families and their friends in the world!
August
Whale Week – An annual event sponsored by Center for Coastal Studies which features informational sessions and fun for the whole family.
Provincetown Carnival
Provincetown Jazz Festival
September
Labor Day Weekend
Swim for Life – a Provincetown tradition which helps raise money and honor the heroes of the community
Annual Celebration of Life Concert
Cape Cod Classic – NGPA’s annual celebration of aviation professionals and enthusiasts.
Provincetown Book Festival
Annual Provincetown Tennessee Williams Theater Festival – a weeklong annual celebration of the theater scene that is so a part of the Provincetown history and community.
Pet Appreciation Week
October
Columbus Day Weekend
Mate’s Leather Weekend
Monumental Yard Sale Weekend
Women’s Week – a huge celebration filled with events, parties, workshops, and more where women come to meet and greet.
FanFair (Transgender Week)
Spooky Bear Weekend
Halloween
November
Lighting of the Pilgrim Monument
Mr. New England Leather
Thanksgiving Weekend
Annual Pilgrim Trot – a healthy, annual event that raises money for a local Cape Cod charity while having a lot of fun.
Veteran’s Day
December
Holly Folly – a great way to get into the holiday spirit with shopping, fun, parties, and more!
Jingle Bell Run and Champagne Brunch
Outer Cape Chorale Concert – celebrate beautiful singing in one of your favorite spots.
First Light – ring in the new year in Provincetown with celebrations all around town.