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Cape Cod Events: What's Happening on the Cape in July 2026

What's on the July 2026 Cape Cod events calendar? These popular local fairs, seasonal festivals and special events will be back this year. See when and ...

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Greenhead Flies on Cape Cod: What Beachgoers Should Know

Heard stories about greenhead flies at Cape Cod beaches? Here's where you're likely to encounter them, when they're most active, and how to avoid the bites.

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Cape Cod Events Calendar: Fun Things to Do in June 2026

Looking for summer fun on Cape Cod? The June 2026 events calendar has all the details on this month's most popular festivals, fairs, special events, and ...

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Surprising Things About Cape Cod

Cape Cod has some little quirks that often surprise first-time visitors. Here are just a few you might want to know about.

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Yarmouth Sand Sculpture Trail: Where, When & What You'll See (2026)

Tour the Yarmouth Sand Sculpture Trail this summer! Here's when and where to see the sculptures (map included), plus tips for seeing the sculptors at work.

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Climbing Cape Cod Lighthouses: Getting Past the Nerves

Want to climb a Cape Cod lighthouse, but nervous about heights or tight spaces? Here are some real-life insights and a few practical tips from a fellow nervous climber.

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Cape Cod Events Calendar: Fun Things to See & Do in May 2026

What's happening around Cape Cod in May 2026? On this month's events calendar you'll find lots of fairs, festivals, and special events, along with ...

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Visiting Hyannis MA: All About Cape Cod's Largest Village

Wondering if Hyannis is the right Cape Cod vacation spot for you? Here's what visitors should know about Hyannis MA and its beaches, attractions, lodging, ...

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Herring Runs on Cape Cod: Where, When & What You'll See

Want to see the spring herring run on Cape Cod? Here’s when it happens, where to go, and what to expect—plus insider tips from a local.

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Cape Cod Events Calendar: Fairs, Festivals & More in April 2026

Which April 2026 Cape Cod events should be on your don't-miss list? See my events calendar for this month's best local fairs, festivals, and special ...

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Cape Cod on a Budget: How to Stay, Eat & Play Without Missing a Thing

Cape Cod on a budget? Yes, you can still have big fun without spending big bucks! Here's how to plan your kind of trip—on your kind of budget.

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Cape Cod Events: Fun Things to See & Do on The Cape in March 2026

What's on the Cape Cod events calendar in March 2026? The month begins with the annual Hyannis Marathon Weekend. Then the gala St. Patrick's Parade and ...

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Cape Cod Events: Fun Things to See & Do on The Cape in February 2026

What's on the Cape Cod events calendar for February 2026? Winter markets, gallery exhibits, kids' school vacation week activities, guided nature walks, ...

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Cape Cod Museums & Historic Sites: Popular Picks & Lesser-Known Finds

A curated mix of popular Cape Cod museums and historic sites, plus some great ones that fly under the radar.

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Cape Cod Events: Fun Things to See & Do in January 2026

What to do this month on Cape Cod? The January 2026 events calendar features favorite happenings on the Cape, starting with a frosty dip in the briney and ...

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Cape Cod Events in December 2026: Fairs, Festivals & Fireworks, Too!

December's Cape Cod events calendar is filled with fun for the 2026 Holiday Season! Village festivals, crafts fairs, train rides, fireworks displays ...

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Cape Cod Events: So Many Fun Things to Do in November 2026!

Cape Cod events for November 2026. This month's calendar features traditional Thanksgiving celebrations, festive Holiday fairs, and more!

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Want to Watch a Cape Cod Cranberry Harvest? Visit a Bog!

In my complete guide to Cape Cod cranberry harvest season, I'll tell you when and where to see the berries floating. Would you like to wade into ...

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Cape Cod Events: Festivals, Fairs & More to Do in October 2026

Cape Cod events calendar for October 2026. This month is chock-full of fall festivals, cranberry harvests, arts and crafts fairs, concerts and music ...

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Cape Cod Events: There's So Much to See & Do in September 2026!

Cape Cod events calendar for September 2026. As summer turns to autumn, it's time for town fairs, harvest festivals, fireworks displays, a big brew ...

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