What’s Happening Cape Cod
April is packed with exciting events celebrating home, garden, adventure and community. Whether you’re exploring the latest home trends, hunting for Easter eggs in the treetops or enjoying the annual daffodil festival, there’s something for everyone.
Saturday, April 5 - Home, Garden and Lifestyle show
9 a.m.-5: 30 p.m.
Explore a diverse array of exhibitors featuring the latest in home, garden and lifestyle products and services at the Hyannis Rotary Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show. Enjoy live demonstrations and mini-seminars led by industry experts, plus music, delicious food and fun activities for kids—including a free family skate! Best of all, your attendance supports the Rotary Club’s mission. All of the show’s profits go directly back into the community, focusing on youth development and assisting neighbors in need.
Hyannis Youth & Community Center - 141 Basset Lane, Hyannis
April 11-20 - Easter Egg Hunt in the Trees
Check website for specific times
The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens invites you to an Easter Egg Hunt in the Trees, where the Easter Bunny has taken things to the next level—literally! Instead of hiding eggs in bushes, he’s stashed them high up in the trees. Your mission? Spot the eggs as you climb and earn a sweet treat at the end. The hunt is free, but you’ll need a climbing ticket—because this year, the Easter Bunny went all out!
Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove St., Sandwich, 508-866-0199
Saturday, April 12 - Cape Cod Awesome Chili Challenge
The Cape Cod Awesome Chili Challenge returns for its ninth year to support the Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod! 12-5 p.m. Live music by the Grab Brothers. Enjoy a lively good time of all you can eat and special drinks.
Beachside at the Popponesset Inn, 252 Shore Drive, Mashpee
April 24-27 - Nantucket Daffodil Festival
The Daffodil Festival on Nantucket includes art shows, a pet show, contests, lectures, and, of course, the Garden Club’s 49th annual Nantucket Daffodil Flower Show. There are activities for all ages, and festival-goers dress up for the occasion and participate enthusiastically. In addition to the antique car parade, window decorating contest, and the famous ‘Sconset Tailgate Picnic, the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce organizes a Daffy Hat Contest, a children’s parade featuring decorated bikes, strollers, wagons, and other self-propelled vehicles, and a family picnic at Children’s Beach.
For full schedule, visit daffodilfestival.com
Saturday, April 26 - Lovin’ LIFE 5k
9 a.m., Mashpee
Living Independently Forever, Inc. (LIFE) will host its 13th annual Lovin’ LIFE 5K on April 26. All proceeds benefit LIFE’s Special Olympics programs and Special Olympics Massachusetts. This family-friendly fundraiser welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. After the race, enjoy an after-party with refreshments, music and awards for the top female and male finishers in each age group. $35 for online pre-registration (recommended) and $40 for day-of-registration. The first 150 registered participants will receive a limited-edition 2025 Lovin’ LIFE race shirt!
