Provincetown News

Payomet: Big Names, Big Tent, Outer Cape Magic.

August 30, 2026

There is something wonderfully unexpected about arriving at the Payomet Performing Arts Center. Follow Old Dewline Road through North Truro and the landscape of a former Cold War military installation gives way to a large white tent. Inside, Grammy-winning...

August 27, 2026. the ptownie dispatch!

August 27, 2026

Summer Lingers Longer in Provincetown. Provincetown savors summer’s final days as August drifts into September, with warm afternoons, lively nights, harbor breezes, packed calendars, and that unmistakable feeling that the season isn’t finished yet....

Bubala’s by the Bay: The End of a Provincetown Era

August 25, 2026

For more than three decades, Bubala’s By the Bay has occupied one of Provincetown’s most visible corners: 183–185 Commercial Street, where its bright yellow façade, sprawling patio, harbor backdrop, and steady stream of diners became part of the...

Provincetown’s Hidden Art: The Fireplaces of Conrad Malicoat

August 24, 2026

Provincetown is filled with art, but some of its most remarkable pieces aren’t hanging in galleries. They’re built into the town itself. Hidden inside private homes, tucked into restaurants, and even visible from the street are the unmistakable brick...

August 20, 2026. the ptownie dispatch!

August 20, 2026

Provincetown: There’s Always More to the Story. Provincetown is always creating, celebrating, and surprising—where colorful characters, timeless traditions, fresh ideas, and seaside spirit come together to make every day feel like its own unforgettable...

Making Waves in Provincetown

August 17, 2026

In Provincetown, the water is more than scenery—it’s part of the experience. Surrounded by Cape Cod Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, town offers countless ways to spend a summer day swimming, paddling, sailing, fishing, whale watching, or simply watching the...

Fences (Maybe) Make Good Neighbors: The Realistic Joneses at the Harbor Stage Company

August 16, 2026

At the end of The Realistic Joneses, now playing at the Harbor Stage Company in Wellfleet, I overheard one audience member say to another, “What was the point they were making?” And it was difficult to not laugh at the question—because this is...

August 13, 2026. the ptownie dispatch!

August 13, 2026

Provincetown Carnival: Feast. Flaunt. Celebrate. Provincetown turns up the sparkle for Carnival, serving a week of fabulous events, delicious food, colorful crowds, and nonstop celebration. Come hungry, dress boldly, and dive into the fun! The ptownie...

Good Morning, Provincetown: Where to Breakfast in Ptown

August 11, 2026

Coffee by the harbor, pancakes on Commercial Street, Portuguese sweet bread, hearty breakfasts and sandwiches headed for the beach—Provincetown knows how to start the day. There’s something special about morning in Provincetown. Before Commercial Street...

Rainy Day? No Problem! Discover the Best of Provincetown Indoors.

August 10, 2026

Rain may change your plans in Provincetown, but it never ruins them. In fact, some of the town’s greatest treasures reveal themselves when the skies turn gray. Without the temptation of Race Point Beach or a harbor cruise, you’ll find yourself...