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 Calendar ensures you don’t miss a thing.
August 14, 2026 at Mary Heaton Vorse House
Support The Trevor Project in Provincetown during an intimate evening of community, connection, and celebration. Hear from CEO Jaymes Black while helping ensure LGBTQ+ young people receive the life-saving support they deserve.
August 14-15, 2026 at Provincetown Town Hall
At Provincetown Town Hall, Payomet welcomes the affable, charismatic, and one-of-a-kind Fortune Feimster: Takin’ Care of Biscuits. Through sharp storytelling and confessional comedy, the beloved comedian, writer, and actor finds humor in everyday life, bringing audiences together with laughter, warmth, and plenty of heart.
August 15, 2026 thru August 22, 2026 Throughout Provincetown
The 48th Annual Provincetown Carnival created by the Provincetown Business Guild in 1978 – is Ptown’s original Summer celebration of community, expression, and creativity. The weeklong festival attracts tens of thousands of guests from all over the world to enjoy parties, performances, costume contests and the celebrated Carnival parade. PBG’s events are listed.
August 16 thru September 6, 2026 at Truro Vineyards
Sunday Funday has Crush Pad Food Truck, Endless Sundae Ice Cream Truck, Drinks, Music and Vibes with DJ Emerson. Every Sunday for 5:30-7:30 PM. No Reservations needed but First Come-First Serve.
August 20, 2026 Throughout Provincetown
Dive into the 48th Annual Provincetown Carnival Parade as “Deep Sea Disco!” transforms Commercial Street into a dazzling underwater dance party. Expect imaginative floats, fabulous costumes, nonstop music, and the joyful creativity that makes Provincetown’s Carnival a world-famous summer celebration.
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 slowing down, wandering a little farther, and discovering the art, history, food, and entertainment that make Provincetown one of New England’s most fascinating destinations. More story…
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. More Story…
Anthony Bourdain comes back to where it all started for him, Provincetown, Massachusetts in his series “Parts Unknown”. Bourdain stops by The Lobster Pot and discusses his time living in town. More Video…
Summer Gala – A Night Under the Stars
August 23, 2026
Yankee Lambda Antique Car Show
September 11 – 13, 2026
20th IWFFA Ptown Classic
September 25 – 27, 2026
Provincetown Book Festival
September 25 – 27, 2026
Spooky Bear Weekend
October 29 – November 1, 2026
Provincetown Food and Wine Festival
November 5 – 8, 2026
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