Part of the Gay Provincetown Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Provincetown, MA
Provincetown, MA 02657, United StatesThe largest gathering of the bear community in the world takes over the tip of Cape Cod for a full week every July. Provincetown Bear Week 2026 (July 11-18) is seven days of daily tea dances at the Boatslip, pool parties, beach afternoons at Herring Cove, the FURBALL opening night, a sunset cruise on the Provincetown II, and packed nights across Commercial Street. Organized by PtownBears.
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Sat, Aug 15
12 PM - 11 PM
Provincetown, MA
Provincetown Carnival 2026 (Aug 15–22): Deep Sea Disco theme, the Thursday parade down Commercial Street, Boatslip tea dances, pool parties, and the Crown & Anchor closing party.
Sun, Aug 16
4 PM - 8 PM
Boatslip Resort & Beach Club, Provincetown
The Provincetown Carnival opening party at the Boatslip Resort kicks off Deep Sea Disco week on Cape Cod.
Mon, Aug 17
2 PM - 6 PM
The Brass Key Guesthouse, Provincetown
A poolside Carnival-week dance party at the Brass Key Guesthouse in Provincetown.
Wed, Aug 19
9 PM - 12 AM
The Crown & Anchor Hotel & Bars, Provincetown
Provincetown Carnival's Costume Ball at the Crown & Anchor — dress the Deep Sea Disco theme and dance.
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