SEPTEMBER EVENTS
Thursday, September 17
A Grave Situation, Walking Tour of Brewster Cemetery
465 Lower Rd, Brewster, 4:30-5:45
A Grave Situation Tour, September 17, 2026. A Narrated walking tour of the famous, the infamous, the unknown and ignored – till now! Expect uneven terrain — and “spirited” guests. Tickets must be purchased in advance. https://www.brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/brewster-historical-society-calendar/grave-situation-cemetery-tour-sep
History on Tap: Finest Kind: Tales of a Brant Rock Lobsterman
Cape Maritime Museum, Hyannis, 5pm
18+ Author and conservationist Sandra Staples-Bortner shares the remarkable story behind her book Finest Kind: Tales of a Brant Rock Lobsterman, inspired by her father, Donal Staples. Raised on his lobster boats and shaped by his stories, Sandra recounts Donal’s journey from joining the Navy at seventeen and serving in the Battle of Okinawa, to returning home to build a life as a lobsterman in the small fishing village of Brant Rock.
Ospreys on Cape Cod, the Islands, & Nantucket Sound
4 Barnstable Rd., Hyannis, 6-7pm
For generations, the osprey has been a symbol of the New England coast. Yet by the 1960s, these magnificent birds had nearly disappeared due to the devastating effects of DDT. Their remarkable recovery stands as one of the greatest conservation success stories of our time.. Free, registration required: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6E89Wdb6Q0S3u0K0g3v6zA#/registration
Friday, September 18
Challenge Walk MS: Cape Cod
Homebase- Margaritaville, Rte. 132, Hyannis, 8am
Spend a weekend walking on the scenic Cape Cod Rail Trail with iconic lighthouses and beautiful beaches. Tap into your strength and grit as you connect with the unstoppable Challenge Walk MS community to make a real difference for everyone living with this disease. Every blister will be worth the countless hugs, cheers and satisfaction you’ll feel knowing you’re helping stomp out MS with every mile. https://events.nationalmssociety.org/2660
Open Mic Night
First Congregational Church of Wellfleet, 6:30PM
Come sing a song or share a special reading or listen to family and friends.
Saturday, September 19
Harwich Cranberry Arts & Music Festival
Various Location in Harwich
Thru Sunday 9/20. This two-day event celebrating the local cranberry harvest features food trucks, plenty of family fun, and more than 100 talented artists and crafters displaying their wares for sale. (A little early Holiday shopping, anyone?) When you hear the music, it's time for some toe-tapping live entertainment at CranJam Music Festival! www.harwichcranberryartsandmusicfestival.org/
Cape Cod Canal Day!
Buzzards Bay Park, 11AM
This community-wide, family friendly event takes place in beautiful Buzzards Bay Park on the banks of the Cape Cod Canal. The day features arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, wine & beer garden, live entertainment, kids activities, a 5K road race (registration required), food vendors, and the "Cape Cod Canal Cup Cornhole Tournament". Canal Day is a fun-for-all event for visitors and locals alike!
Annual Rubber Duck Regatta
West Dennis Yacht Club, 11am
visit exhibitors’ tables, purchase food hot off the barbeque, participate in games and activities for all ages, and cast your vote for your favorite Decked-Out (decorated) Duck. https://dennisconservationlandtrust.org/calendar/fall-duck-race/
38th Annual Cape Cod Glass Show & Sale
Cultural Center of Cape Cod, S. Yarmouth, 10am-5pm
September 20, Noon-4pm. $8.00 a person. The show brings together nationally prominent glass dealers offering an extraordinary selection of antique and collectable American and European glass from the 18th through the 21st centuries. The show will also feature an Identification Booth, where visitors can bring glass pieces they’d like to learn more about.
Sandwich Porch Fest
Sandwich, 1-4pm
The main streets of Sandwich Village will come alive with the sound of local musicians performing on the porches of downtown homes and businesses. Maps and more information are available online at www.sandwichartsalliance.org.
Saturday Night Cruise-In
Patriot Square Merchants Association, 4PM
The Cape Cod Classics Car Club holds free evening events each Saturday this month from 4 – 7 p.m. at Patriot Square. All vehicles and years are welcome. Cruise into 492 Route 134, South Dennis, Exit 78A off Mid-Cape Hwy. www.capecodclassics.org
Cape Cod Ballroom Dancers 30th Anniversary Dance
First Congregational Church of Falmouth, 68 Main St., 7pm
Help us celebrate 30 years as a chapter of USA Dance. This dance is FREE to CCBD Members and Sponsors. USA Dance Members $10 General Admission $15 Light refreshments (no alcohol) Performance by Kelly and Paul Wybieracki. DJ John Peters playing a variety of ballroom dance music
Monday, September 21
Annual Housing Fair
Town Hall Auditorium, noon-2pm
The free public event will bring together local organizations, housing service providers, and community resources to help residents better understand and access housing opportunities throughout Provincetown and the Outer Cape.
Wednesday, September 23
Belonging to Each Other 10th Annual Fall Fling
The Coonamessett 311 Gifford St., Falmouth, 5:30-8pm
Every dollar supports our Falmouth neighbors experiencing homelessness. www.bteofalmouth.com/events/silent-live-auction-reception/
Saturday, September 26
Fix It Clinic
Brewster Ladies Library, 1-3pm
Do you have broken stuff? Join us for a FREE repair activity to try & fix your broken things rather than throw them away. We'll provide the workspace, tools, guidance by a Fixit Coach who will HELP you disassemble, troubleshoot, maybe even fix your broken stuff!
Sunday, September 27
Love Local Fest
Aselton Park, Hyannis Harbor
Love Live Local’s Love Local Fests are free and open to the public! Featuring the work of 75+ Cape Cod makers, artisans, artists, farmers and local businesses, along with local entertainment and opportunities to connect with the community. https://lovelivelocal.com/
OCTOBER EVENTS
Saturday, October 3
16th Annual SandwichFest
Sandwich Village, 10am-3pm
This beloved fall tradition brings together crafters, local businesses, food vendors, musicians, and neighbors for a day of family fun.
Harvest Festival
Hyannis Country Garden, 10am-2pm
Enjoy local artist booths, fall workshops, Cape Cod Flower Truck, pumpkin decorating, a dahlia show, refreshments, and more!
History on Tap: Glass, Everyday Life, and the American Revolution
Cape Cod Maritime Museum, 135 South Street, 5:30pm
21+ Curator at the Sandwich Glass Museum & Historical Society - explores how glass, both practical and decorative, offers a revealing glimpse into daily life in colonial New England. https://capecodmaritimemuseum.org/events-and-lectures/capecodmaritimemuseum-glass-american-revolution
Friday, October 9
A Night at the Movies
St. Christopher's Church, Chatham. 7-9pm
Featuring the Cape Cod String Quartet, two pianists, bass guitar, drums, three outstanding vocalists, and an all-star lineup of guest musicians, this concert is inspired by the energy and excitement of a classic "Pops" performance and promises an unforgettable musical experience. https://www.capecodmusicsociety.org/event-details/a-night-at-the-movies-2026-chatham-fourth-annual-concert-series
Saturday, October 10
Yarmouth Seaside Festival
Various Location in Yarmouth
Thru Oct. 12. A family-friendly atmosphere and community spirit, with activities including live music, an Arts and Crafts Fair, food vendors, pie-eating contests, sand sculpture contests, a 5k road race, canoe & kayak races, carnival attractions, a beach bonfire and fireworks. www.yarmouthseasidefestival.com
By The Bay Columbus Day Weekend Art and Craft show
733 Main St., Brewster, 10am-4pm
Get a head start on your Christmas or special event gifts while supporting local artists. Come out and visit without the hassle of searching for parking or long walks.
Saturday, October 17
Wellfleet Oyster Fest
Various Locations, Wellfleet
Thru, October 18. This highly anticipated fall event pays homage to the famous Wellfleet oyster with a raw bar, beer & wine gardens, live music, kids' activities, local vendors and the popular oyster shuck-off. www.wellfleetoa.org/wellfleet-oysterfest