August 15, 2024. the ptownie dispatch!

Explore Provincetown’s vibrant scene with Drag Shows, Accommodations, Restaurants, Art Galleries and the daily ptownie Calendar. Immerse yourself in performances, diverse lodging, culinary delights, and events that define this iconic destination.

“All About Yvie: Into The Oddity”

August 18, 2024 at 5:30pm at Crown & Anchor

Yvie Oddly makes her Provincetown debut in celebration for the release of her new book, “All About Yvie: Into The Oddity” at the Crown & Anchor. Witness first-hand the artistry that has built Yvie into who she is today, as shared in her book but within a live show! This event will also feature a conversation with co-author Michael Bach and the chance to meet and greet with Yvie. **Each ticket comes with autographed book, space and books are limited**

The return of the RuPaul’s Drag Race Champion Bianca del Rio for one show only at Provincetown Town Hall on Saturday 8/18 @ 8:30pm!

Judy Gold: Your Mom’s Not Funny

August 15, 2024 thru September 8 at 8:30pm at Post Office Cabaret

Judy Gold knows the value of a good joke – and the steep price of silencing comedians – at Provincetown’s Post Office Cabaret. Unnerved and infuriated, Judy shares her reverence for the intimacy of collective laughter and her passion for the vital work comedians do to bring us together, make us think, and speak truth to power.

Get ready for Provincetown for a fabulous night of QUEER comedy as Fruit Basket Comedy Showcase returns for its fourth season, now at The Crown & Anchor! Every Saturdays at 9 PM.

F@g Bash at Sea Carnival Cruise

August 18, 2024 at 4pm at Macmillan Wharf

Provincetown’s 46th Annual Carnival Officially Kicks-Off with three and half hours of joyful sunshine-spinning celebrating Ptown’s revolutionary queer fete’s 17th anniversary – F@g Bash at Sea Carnival Cruise. The Theme: WHAT’S THE TEA PARTY? Join us for two DJ’s including Mark Louque himself, full cash bar with specialty cocktails, and concessions for purchase.

Provincetown Carnival opening day continues into the night with Dance, Dance Revolution: The Official Opening Party & Costume Contest at the Crown & Anchor at 9pm.

Let Them Eat Cake

August 19, 2024 at 1pm at Brass Key

Get those speedos, thongs, kaftans and CAKES ready as Provincetown’s SEXIEST POOL PARTY is back! Join over 1,000 of the sexiest folks at Carnival for a truly massive, one-of-a-kind Carnival experience. Dance the day away under the sun on the gorgeous grounds of the Brass Key Guesthouse – plenty of surprise performances jaw-dropping feats throughout the afternoon await.

Try your luck at Carnival Bingo with Paige Turner on Tuesday, August 20, at the Gifford House in Provincetown. Eight rounds of Bingo for $40. Great local prizes for each round! Reserve your tickets in Advance – ALL BINGOS DO SELL OUT!

46th Annual Carnival Parade: Renaissance X Revolution