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Provincetown transforms into a magical destination filled with events, celebrations, and unique charm. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s in Provincetown. The ptownie Calendar ensures you don’t...
Provincetown History Snippets: Is It Carnival Time?
Provincetown’s carnival began in 1978 as a fundraiser for the brand-new Provincetown Business Guild, which was seeking to make the town more of an LGBT vacation destination.
We love themes here in Ptown, and so The first theme was A Night in Rio, and since then themes have included (to name a few!)
- Puttin’ On the Glitz
- Broadway Musicals
- Myths & Legends
- TV Sitcoms
- Circus
- Fanta Sea
- Heroes & Villains
- Gay Paree
- Fairy Tales
- Jungle Fantasy
- Peace, Love, and Go-Go Boots
Did you participate in any past carnivals? Share your memories and photos here!
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