🎉 Cape Cod Events: July 4–12, 2025 🎆
Your Guide to a Festive Fourth & Beyond!
Hey, Cape Cod crew! 🌊 Get ready for a week bursting with fireworks, music, art, and local flavor! From patriotic boat parades to a giant inflatable whale and trivia nights with oysters, here are 10 must-do events from July 4–12, 2025, to make your summer shine. Check with organizers for last-minute details, and let’s dive into the fun! 🥳
1. 104th Annual Mashpee Wampanoag Powwow 🪘
When: July 4–6, 2025, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Where: Mashpee Wampanoag Powwow Grounds, 483 Great Neck Rd. S., Mashpee
What: Celebrate Cape Cod’s Indigenous heritage with traditional drumming, dance, Native crafts, and delicious cuisine. The Fireball ceremony is a showstopper, and this year’s theme, “Connecting the Generations,” brings everyone together. 🎶 Admission: $15 adults, $10 seniors, free for kids under 5.
Why Go: A vibrant Mid-Cape cultural experience you won’t forget!
2. Downtown Hyannis Fourth of July Celebration
When: July 4, 2025, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.🇺🇸
Where: Hyannis Main Street, Hyannis Harbor, Aselton Park, Hyannis
What: Start the Fourth with the Hyannis Port Fun Run at 9 a.m., followed by an 11 a.m. parade. At 3 p.m., the Cape Cod Maritime Museum, Hyannis Marina, and Hyannis Yacht Club host a dazzling Boat Parade circling the harbor—best viewed from Bismore Park! 🎉 From 5–8 p.m., stroll Main Street for live music (Cape Cod Ukulele Club, jazz, blues), street performers, the Roaming Railway, and lawn games at the Village Green. End with a patriotic concert at Aselton Park. Free admission; visit capecodchamber.org for details.
Why Go: A Mid-Cape patriotic party with boats, tunes, and community spirit!
3. Take Care with Peanuts Exhibit at Cape Cod Children’s Museum 🐶
When: Daily (closed Sundays) 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Thursday ‘til 7 p.m.
Where: Cape Cod Children’s Museum, 577 Great Neck Rd. S., Mashpee
What: Snoopy fans, rejoice! 🥰 This Charles Schulz Museum-curated exhibit celebrates the 75th anniversary of Peanuts and the museum’s 35th anniversary. Enjoy classic cartoons, crafts, Snoopy’s doghouse, and Lucy’s Psychiatrist booth. No kids required! Admission: $10 per person, free for accompanying adults. (runs through September)
Why Go: A nostalgic, family-friendly Mid-Cape treat for all ages!
4. Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” at Cotuit Center for the Arts 🎭
When: July 9, 2025, times TBD (check cotuitcenterforthearts.org)
Where: Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Rd., Cotuit
What: Mo Willems’ beloved characters leap off the page in this fun, musical kids’ show. Perfect for families, it’s a Mid-Cape adventure full of laughs and heart. 🎤 Tickets typically $15–$25; confirm details closer to the date.
Why Go: A joyful, interactive show for kids and parents!
5. FRED CLAYTON Blues Band at Yarmouth Summer Concert Series 🎸
When: July 7, 2025, 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Where: Parkers River Beach, Yarmouth
What: Groove to the soulful FRED CLAYTON Blues Band at this free Mid-Cape beachside concert. Bring a blanket or chair and soak up the summer vibes. 🌅
Why Go: Blues by the beach—what’s not to love?
6. Footloose Movie Night at Mashpee Commons 🎬
When: July 10, 2025, dusk (~8 p.m.)
Where: Village Green, Mashpee Commons, 22 Steeple St., Mashpee
What: Dance along with Footloose, the 1980s classic about a teen bringing music and freedom to a small town. Free admission; grab blankets or chairs for this Mid-Cape movie night under the stars. 🌟
Why Go: A nostalgic evening of dance and drama!
7. St. George Greek Orthodox Festival 🥟
When: July 11–12, 2025, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Where: St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 1130 Falmouth Rd., Centerville
What: Feast on gyros, baklava, and loukoumades while enjoying live music and folk dancing at this Mid-Cape fundraiser. Last year’s food and music were unforgettable! 🎶 Admission is free; food and activities priced separately.
Why Go: A delicious dive into Greek culture!
8. Provincetown Independence Day Parade & Fireworks 🎇
When: July 4, 2025, parade at 11 a.m., fireworks at dusk
Where: Commercial Street (parade) and Provincetown Harbor (fireworks), Provincetown
What: Strut through P-town’s vibrant parade, then watch fireworks light up the harbor. Want a unique view? Book a fireworks whale watch cruise! 🐳 Free to attend; cruise tickets vary.
Why Go: An inclusive, Outer Cape Fourth of July extravaganza!
9. Annual Fourth of July Weekend Festival of the Arts at Drummer Boy Park 🎨
When: July 4–6, 2025, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Where: Drummer Boy Park, Rt. 6A, Brewster
What: Browse handcrafted jewelry, pottery, artwork, and gourmet foods from top Cape Cod and New England artisans at this Lower Cape festival. Free admission; plenty of parking.
Why Go: Celebrate the holiday with local art and crafts!
10. Summer Trivia Series at Cape Cod Winery 🦪🥂
When: July 10, 2025, 4 p.m.–6 p.m. (runs every Thursday through summer)
Where: Cape Cod Winery, 4 Oxbow Rd., East Falmouth
What: Test your knowledge with @lemonadiodotcom’s trivia, sip your favorite wine, and savor a fresh raw bar featuring oysters, shrimp, and more from @falmouthfishmarket. 🐚 Grab your crew and claim a table early! Admission free; food and drinks priced separately. Check capecodwinery.com for details.
Why Go: A Mid-Cape Thursday tradition with brains, wine, and seaside bites!
Bonus Highlight: Inflatable Humpback Whale at Cape Cod Museum of Natural History 🐳
When: Every Wednesday through summer 2025, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Main St., Brewster
What: Step inside a massive 44-foot inflatable humpback whale for a jaw-dropping educational adventure! We went with our grandkids and loved it! Pro tip- Be sure to get reservations way ahead of time.—book at capecodmuseum.org. Admission: $12 adults, $8 kids (4–12).
Why Go: A whale of a time for marine lovers of all ages!
Plan Your Week! 📅
The Barnstable County Fair (July 21–27, 2025, East Falmouth) is coming up later—mark your calendars for rides, music, and fair food (~$12 adults, $6 kids).
Craving more? Check capecod.com, capedays.com, or venue websites for updates.
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Have a blast on the Cape, and happy and a safe Fourth! 🎆