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Cape Cod Events
April 2026

Welcome to Spring on Cape Cod! In April, our local events calendar begins to wake up from its long winter's nap. (Yay!)

This month you'll find fun things to do all over the Cape, both indoors and out ... something for every member of the family. So come and enjoy!!

Spring flowers and trees in bloom in a town park on Cape CodApril in Falmouth Village

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*Note: Most events go ahead as planned. Even so, weather or other unforeseen factors occasionally lead to postponements or cancellations. So it's always best to double-check with the organizer (see links below) before you head out.

Fairs, Festivals & Special Events
April 2026

Some April event dates and details haven’t been announced yet. I’ll update these listings as that information comes in and add new events as I learn of them. So please check back often.


Cape Cod Herring Runs

When: Daily from mid-April to late May

Where: Multiple locations around the Cape

Admission: Free

More Info: Herring Runs on Cape Cod

Fish ... running? Yes, indeed! And they climb ladders, too!!

We see these amazing feats every spring when thousands of herring migrate from the wide-open ocean to our local rivers, streams, lakes and ponds to spawn.

Here's where you can see the herring run ...


Sandwich Bazaar

When: Wednesdays beginning on April 2, 2026, from 6 a.m. to noon, and Sundays beginning April 27, 2026 from 7 a.m. to noon

Where: 34 Quaker Meetinghouse Road, Sandwich

Admission: Free

More Info: Sandwich Bazaar

It's time again for the oldest and largest flea market on Cape Cod!

The Sandwich Bazaar takes place Wednesdays and Sundays from April to October and hosts vendors with everything from local produce to hand-crafted jewelry to organic dog treats.


April Events at Cape Cod National Seashore

When: Throughout the month of April 2026

Where: Cape Cod National Seashore

Admission: Free

More Info: Cape Cod National Seashore

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Cape Cod National Seashore goes all out with special programs and events for April school vacation week and beyond!

Here's just a sampling of the kind of programs usually offered at the National Seashore in April ...

  • Family Scavenger Hunts
  • Whale Walks at Herring Cove Beach
  • Touch-a-Truck Family Event
  • Shooting Stars by the Sea

And of course, there's the ever-popular "Junior Ranger" program where the kids are invited to complete Junior Ranger booklet activities and participate in an award ceremony.


Nature's Song: Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons"

When: April 11 & 12, 2026, performances Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.

Where: Barnstable Performing Arts Center, 744 Main Street, Hyannis, MA

Ticket Prices: From $35+ for adults, students from $17.50+

More Info: Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra

Experience the beauty of nature through music in this evocative program celebrating the sounds of the natural world. From the mystical call of The Swan of Tuonela to the delicate avian portraits in Respighi’s The Birds, each expressive piece beautifully conveys the wonders of the wild. Rautavaara’s Cantus Arcticus weaves recorded birdsong into an orchestral tapestry, immersing listeners in the haunting soundscape of the Arctic.

Following an intermission, Concertmaster Jae Cosmos Lee will bring vivid depictions of nature’s changing moods to shimmering life in Vivaldi’s beloved The Four Seasons.

Ticket holders are invited to the "Musically Speaking" talk about the concert program. The talk begins one hour before the concert and will be led by Assistant Conductor Joe Marchio. 


The Adventure Park - Opening Weekend

When: April 2026 date - TBA

Where: The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens,  67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA

Admission: 2026 prices - TBA

More Info: Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens

Experience Massachusetts' premier climbing and zip line adventure right here on Cape Cod!

Suitable for ages 7 and up, regardless of fitness level, enjoy this self-guided tree-to-tree adventure at your pace. Choose from 5 treetop trails of varying difficulty levels with platforms connected by zip lines, bridges, and ladders.

Embrace the challenge and fun in the great outdoors!

"Ponies & Peeps" at Mills River Rescue

When: April 2026 date - TBA

Where: Mills River Rescue & Sanctuary, 240 River Road, Marstons Mills MA

Tickets: 2026 ticket prices - TBA

More Info: Ponies & Peeps at Mills River Rescue

Come join Patti and her wonderful team of volunteers at Mills River Rescue and Sanctuary's "Ponies & Peeps" event!

This is your family's chance to visit with the adorable ponies, bunnies, ducks and other animals that are so fortunate to have found a home at Mills River Rescue.

There'll be visits with the Easter Bunny, games and prizes, crafts, as well as yummy lunch and desserts - all included in the admission price.

All proceeds from this event go toward the care and feeding of the animals. A great cause, to be sure!


CMNH School Vacation Week Special Programs

When: April 2026 dates - TBA

Where: Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Main Street, Brewster MA

Admission:  Varies by event

More Info: CCMNH

Do you have an animal lover in the family? Or maybe a budding scientist? Cape Cod Museum of Natural History has special April school vacation week events just for them!

Events include guided family field walks; live performances, hands-on experiences; screening of nature films; and an awe-inspiring, inflatable gray whale to walk through and explore from the inside out!

*Note: Reservations required for some events.


Outermost Contra Dance

When: April 2026 date - TBA

Where: Wellfleet Preservation Hall, 335 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA

Cost: $15 regular admission; $10 for ages 30 or younger; $5 for students (with ID)

More Info: Wellfleet Preservation Hall

Put on your dancin' shoes for this fun event at Preservation Hall!

Contra dancing is the older cousin to the square dance. No fancy footwork needed – if you can walk, you can dance!  (All the dances are taught and called. If you're new to contra dance, be sure to get in on the early dances for the basic moves.)

Everyone is welcome at this family friendly event, from total beginners to expert dancers. Bring a partner, or come solo. There are plenty of friendly people in this welcoming dance community!


Whale Watch Cruises - Opening Day

When: April 18, 2026, multiple departure times

Where: From Provincetown Harbor

Tickets:  $75 adults; $65 seniors; $50 kids (ages 5 - 12)

More Info: Cape Cod Whale Watching

Whale watching officially gets underway this week as Dolphin Fleet opens their 2026 season. (Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises' opening day isn't until mid-May.)

Although it'll still be a little chilly on the water in April, the boats' cabins are climate controlled. So you'll be plenty comfy.

And whales don't mind the cold water temps. They'll be out there "putting on the feed bag" and showing off for you!

*FYI: Looking for a private whale watch charter? They're starting soon, too.

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Important Note: The date, time, place, admission charges, etc. of the events on this page may be changed by the event sponsor at any time, without my knowledge. Please be sure to confirm all information directly with the sponsor before you make any plans!