Check in weekly for our updated list of events happening on Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard. From concerts and festivals to lectures and community gatherings.
Summer Music and More Concert Series, Sundays at 4 PM through 9/20, CCMOA
Enjoy great local acts every Sunday afternoon. Your $24 ticket price includes Museum admission so you can explore the exhibits.
● Sun, 6/28 – The Jazz Optiks with Olivia Yingling
● Sun, 7/12 – Bad Apple – Classic Rock/Pop, Country, and R&B
● Sun, 7/19 – Tinfoil Hat – Pop, Rock, Folk, Originals
● Sun, 7/26 – Dane Vannatter (vocals) with the Cape Cod Jazz Quartet
● Sun, 8/9 – Hank Wonder Trio – Soulful Americana
● Sun, 8/16 – Jenifer Jackson – Sultry, Melodic Soulful Sounds
● Sun, 8/23 – Jim Nosler & Friends – Iconic Texas Songwriters
● Sun, 8/30 – Ken Field Trio – Jazz, Brass Band
● Sun, 9/13 – Lighthouse Jazz Quintet – Jazz, Bebop, & American Songbook
● Sun, 9/20 – Songbirds of Cape Cod – Indie Singer Songwriter & Acoustic Folk
Summer Sounds Free Outdoor Concert at Aselton Park, every Tuesday night at 6 PM
● Tues, 7/7 – The Fred Clayton Band – blues, soul, and funk
● Tues, 7/14 – The Kingfish – blues and jazz
● Tues, 7/21 – J Place and the Rockers – blues, soul, rock & roll
● Tues, 7/28 – The Cyclones – rock
● Tues, 8/4 – Alan Arena – blues
● Tues, 8/11 – ProfessorHarp – rock, R & B
● Tues, 8/18 – Summertown – classic rock, Americana, and contemporary favorites
● Tues, 8/25 – Conspiracy of Noize – R&B, Soul, Funk, & Blues Rock, w/ Gospel, Jazz, & Reggae
Falmouth Village Movies Under the Stars, Wednesdays, 7/15 – 8/19, Library Lawn
● Wed, 7/15 – 6 PM: Moana; 8 PM: Castaway
● Wed., 7/22 – 6 PM: Toy Story; 8 PM: E.T.
● Wed, 7/29 – 6 PM: Brave; 8 PM: Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone
● Wed, 8/5 – 6 PM: Sung; 8 PM: School of Rock
● Wed, 8/12 – 6 PM: Cars; 8 PM: A League of Their Own
● Wed, 8/19 – 6 PM: Wall-E; 8 PM: Interstellar
Masphee Summer Movie Nights on the Green, Thursdays, 7/2 – 8/20, Bandstand – Movie nights are free, family-friendly and open to the public! There’s a beer garden for grown ups, and complimentary popcorn courtesy of Smith Family Popcorn.
● Thurs, 7/2: Jumanji (8:30PM)
● Thurs, 7/9: Mamma Mia! (8:30PM)
● Thurs, 7/16: Anchorman (8:15PM)
● Thurs, 7/23: Zootopia 2 (8:15PM)
● Thurs, 7/30: Guardians of the Galaxy (8PM)
● Thurs, 8/6: Jurassic Park (8PM)
● Thurs, 8/13: Cars (7:45PM)
● Thurs, 8/20: The Breakfast Club (7:45PM)
7/2, 6-10PM, 250th Anniversary Independence Day Dinner, Concert & Fireworks, 5 Bayview Drive, Orleans – Come for an extraordinary evening! Appetizers and elegant dinner on the lawn, stirring symphonic music by Creare Symphonia & Gloriae Dei Cantores, and premium seating for the fireworks over Cape Cod Bay. Tickets:$150/person; $30 child under 12; $800 for table of 6. Call 508-240-2400 or visit artsempoweringlife.org for more information and to purchase tickets.
7/2, 5PM, Let Freedom Ring! 250th Anniversary Independence Day Dinner, Concert & Fireworks!, 5 Bayview Drive, Orleans – Join us for an extraordinary evening to celebrate America 250! Appetizers begin at 5pm, followed by an elegant surf & turf dinner on the lawn, stirring symphonic music by orchestra Creare Symphonia, and premium seating for the fireworks over Cape Cod Bay. Tickets: 508-240-2400 or at artsempoweringlife.org
7/3 – 7/5, 105th Annual Mashpee Wampanoag Powwow, MWT Community & Government Ctr – A well loved tradition that celebrates Mashpee Wampanoag culture. You’ll experience and enjoy Native American dancing, drumming, games, food, art, jewelry, wampum, gifts, crafts and clothing through traditional ceremonies, performances, and exhibitors. Find out more here.
7/3, 11AM, Community Day/250th Celebration, Falmouth Museums on the Green – This family friendly pre-4th celebration will feature food trucks, live music, lawn games, hands-on crafts, and complimentary admission to the Museum, along with an extended ringing, at noon, of the First Congregational Church’s bell, made by Paul Revere. Rain or shine. More info is here.
July 4th and Fireworks Displays 2026:
Mashpee (part of the Mashpee Community Picnic), 6/27, Mashpee High School, dusk – details here
Sandwich, 6/27, Wing School Field, 7 PM – details here
Chatham, 7/2, Veterans Field, 7 PM, details here
Orleans, 7/2, Rock Harbor, dusk – details here
Hyannis/Barnstable (**DRONE SHOW), 7/4, Hyannis Harbor, 9:30 PM – details here
Provincetown, 7/4, 9 PM, Macmillan Pier – details here
Falmouth 4th of July Bike Parade & Bike Give Away, 7/4, 10 AM, Mullen Hall School – directions here
Falmouth Fireworks, 7/4, 9 PM, over Falmouth Heights (rain date Sunday 7/5) – details here
Plymouth, 7/4, Plymouth Harbor, 9/15 – details here
In addition – there will be 4th of July parades in Barnstable Village, Chatham, Centerville, Cotuit,
Hyannisport, Hyannis Boat Parade, Orleans, Provincetown, and Wellfleet
7/5, 3:30PM, Patriotic Hymn Sing!, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – As we honor America’s 250th Birthday, let’s celebrate together in song—America the Beautiful, God of Our Fathers, Simple Gifts, and other favorites! Free for all and refreshments provided. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org Free admission for all.
7/7 – 8/6, Summer Performing Arts For Students age 6-10, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Looking for enrichment and fun for your children this summer? Immerse them in the Arts! The Young Explorers program offers kids a focused opportunity to learn, create, and explore theatre guided by seasoned actors and teachers from Art Empowering Life. For more information, call 508-240-2400 or visit artsempoweringlife.org
7/7 – 8/6, Summer Performing Arts For Students age 11-18, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Hone your craft with world class actors! The Young Artists program offers students an avenue to develop their fundamentals and character work throughout the summer months. Gain confidence while performing at the next level in an inspiring new space! For more information, call 508-240-2400 or visit artsempoweringlife.org
7/7 – 8/6, Summer Performing Arts For Students age 3-6, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Arts Empowering offers young children a chance to learn, create, and explore. Music classes have so many benefits for your little one as they grow and develop! Singing, moving and rhythm engage the body, brain and emotions all together, encouraging creativity, imagination and a good basis for lifetime of learning. For more information, call 508-240-2400 or visit artsempoweringlife.org
7/9, 6PM, Hydrangea Fest Kickoff Party, Heritage Museums and Gardens – Celebrate the beginning of the festival with light refreshments, including a signature hydrangea-inspired mocktail and pick up your official 2026 Garden Tour Schedule to begin planning your festival experience. There’s a $10 admission – get your tickets here.
7/10 – 7/11, Cape Cod Greek Festival, St. George Greek Orthodox Church – A happy summer tradition! Greek food, music, dancing, Beer & wine, crafts, and camaraderie. Plus a big raffle! Rain or shine, parking on site is free. Find out more here.
7/11 – 7/12, 10th Chatham Liberty Craft Festival, Chatham Community Center Lawn – Arts, crafts, and specialty foods all weekend. Rain or shine, pets welcome. Details and directions here.
7/12, 4PM, The Brandi Disterheft Trio, West Falmouth Library – Co-presented with Falmouth Jazz, West Falmouth Library hosts The Brandi Disterheft Trio on Sunday, July 12 at 4 p.m. at the library. Tickets are $45; purchase at falmouthjazz.org
7/18 & 7/19, Sandwich Summer Craft Festival, Oak Ridge School Grounds – Over 75 juried artisans and specialty food makers will offer their treasures on the grounds of the Oak Ridge School. Rain or shine – leashed pets are welcome! More details are here.
7/18, Osterville Village Day/Run for the Library, Town-wide – Festivities include the Cape Cod 5K Championship, the Paint the Village Arts & Crafts Festival, and the classic village parade. Get the full schedule and more details here and here.
7/18, 11AM, First Ever Cape Cod Thai Fest, Hyannis Village Green – A huge celebration of authentic Thai culture, featuring food, music, crafts and artwork. Learn more here.
7/18, 7:30PM, The Singing Tuba: Expanding the Voice of the Low Brass, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Arts Speak Concert Lecture-FREE. Spend a unique summer evening taking in the resonant beauty of the lowest brass voice— a tuba concert and lecture with Justin Benavidez, Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at the Eastman School of Music. Justin’s warm, expressive sound will enfold and impress you. Accompanied by pianist Priscilla Yuen, Justin will share works by John Williams, Vaughan Williams, Alec Wilder and Reflections on the Mississippi by Michael Daugherty. Free admission. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org
7/24 & 7/25, Chara Percussion Ensemble in Concert: Voices of America, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Be amazed by the beauty and energy of Chara Percussion as they present stunning arrangements of American classics: Simple Gifts and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland, Amazing Grace by John Newton, Wade in the Water, an African American Spiritual, Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin and America by Bernstein. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students & Youth)
7/25, 9AM, “Suddenly in Command”, Orleans Police Station – If you’re out on the water and suddenly the skipper can’t run the boat — would *you* know what to do? The Nauset Flotilla wants to make sure the answer is yes. Their class, “Suddenly in Command,” teaches everyday passengers — spouses, friends, crew — the basics of taking over: calling for help, basic boat handling, docking, and getting everyone home safely. No experience necessary. Just a willingness to be ready. “Suddenly in Command,” Saturday July 25, at Orleans Police Station from 9AM to Noon. The cost of this course is $25.00 for course materials. For details and registration, visit https://sites.google.com/view/nauset-flotilla-courses/home. Brought to you by the Nauset Flotilla of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
7/26, 3:30PM, God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution, In Person & Livestreamed, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – George Washington and the Battle of Monongahela, Presented by William Federer. Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God’s miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. The Battle of the Monongahela in July 1755 launched the military career of young George Washington during the French and Indian War. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org, Free admission for all! Refreshments following the lecture.
7/29, 4PM, Cape Cod ADA Celebration, Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary – Celebrate accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all as the 36th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act is marked. You’ll be treated to guided tours and a community resources fair, community resource fair, featuring hands-on sports equipment and gardening demonstrations, along with tools and technologies that support individuals with mobility challenges, vision or hearing impairments, chronic illnesses, and other conditions. Free and fully accessible. Details are here.
7/31 @ 7:30PM & 8/1 @ 3:30PM, Gabriel V Brass Ensemble in Concert: American Images, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Come for a beautiful summer brass concert with music of faith, folk song, and dance. Gabriel V’s sound is known to be “resplendent with gorgeous sounds and the power of faith.” And you’ll hear this come through as they present Alleluia by Cohen, The Saint’s Hallelujah including the famous chorus by Handel , Copland’s beloved Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo and a beautiful setting of Peace Like A River. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students & Youth)
8/8 @ 7:30PM & 8/9 @ 3:30PM, Consonare Chamber Players in Concert, Performing Arts Center, Brewster – Join us for an exquisite summer concert celebrating two American compositions: Tobias Picker’s Piano Quintet “Live Oaks” and Amy Beach’s Piano Quintet, Op.67. The Consonare Chamber Players (piano, 2 violins, viola and cello) have chosen this repertoire as part of our ongoing celebration of America’s 250th. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students & Youth)
8/21, 11AM, Storytime Friday, West Falmouth Library – Come for a special storytime Friday, August 21st at 11 a.m. at the library, featuring the newly released title The Outermost Mouse by Cape author Lauren Wolk (illustrated by Kristen Adam), followed by a book signing and sale in partnership with Eight Cousins Bookstore. This event has been rescheduled from June 19.
