What’s Happening Cape Cod
Welcome to a fun and festive summer! For the month of July, we highlight Fourth of July events, the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival and a secret garden tour in Provincetown. Plus, express yourself at West African drumming classes and support local artists and businesses at the annual Love Local Fest.
Fourth of July on Cape Cod
June 28-July 5
Looking for ways to create a memorable Fourth of July on the Cape? From patriotic parades and spectacular fireworks shows to family-friendly activities, there are plenty of ways you can show your patriotic spirit this Independence Day on Cape Cod!
For more information, visit July 4 celebrations.
Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival
July 5-14
The Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival is an annual celebration of the region’s blue, pink and white signature flowers! This 10-day festival’s main attractions are the daily tours of private gardens, each designed and maintained by the individual homeowners. Enjoy strolling the beautiful gardens and supporting a variety of local nonprofits at the same time!
Gardens are only one part of the festival. Take in workshops and lectures presented by leading horticulturalists, discover promotions at participating nurseries, sign up for an art class to learn how to paint hydrangeas, or watch a painting demonstration by Cape Cod artists.
West African Drumming Class
Thursday evenings, July 11- August 22, 6-7:30 p.m.
Sunday afternoons, July 28, August 25 and September 15, 2-4 p.m.
Bring your drums, percussion, pots and pans—whatever you can express yourself with, be it percussion, sousaphone, stringed instruments, African drums, Caribbean drums, Asian drums, Native-American drums, Middle-eastern drums, Digeridoos and everything in between. Everyone should bring their own drums or let instructor Sam Holmstock know if you need one by emailing samholmstock@gmail.com. Hyannis Village Green, 6-7:30 p.m. No experience necessary. Open to all.
In addition, a monthly community drumming drop-in circle will be held 2-4 p.m. every Sunday July 28, August 25 and September 15. For more information, visit Sam Holmstock Drumming.
The Secret Garden Tour
Sunday, July 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The annual Secret Garden Tour welcomes hundreds of visitors every July for a self-guided journey through private residential gardens in Provincetown. Tickets include access to a free parking lot, admission to gardens and access to view the exhibitions in the Provincetown Art Association and Museum. Most of the gardens in Provincetown are within walking distance of one another. Pick up your garden map the morning of the event and enjoy exploring! $40 for advanced ticket purchase and $50 day of event.
Love Local Fest
Sunday, July 28, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Love Local Fest, organized by Love Live Local, is free and open to the public! The event features the work of 75-plus Cape Cod makers, artisans, artists, farmers and local businesses, along with local entertainment and opportunities to connect with the community. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at Aselton Park, at the crossroads of South and Ocean Streets, overlooking Hyannis Harbor.
