Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 17 – September 21, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook 51 and 180 Ocean Street, Hyannis
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Cotuit Center for the Arts 4404 Falmouth Rd., Cotuit
Week of Events
Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 17 – September 21, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Hyannis HyARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Hyannis Harbor *two locations along the Walkway-to-the-Sea* OPEN MAY - OCTOBER Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook, on Ocean Street 12 seaside shanties! Always open from 11:00am. Artists and artwork change weekly throughout the season. Visit often and discover new faces and a variety of artwork each week. A must stop on…
Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 17 – September 21, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Hyannis HyARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Hyannis Harbor *two locations along the Walkway-to-the-Sea* OPEN MAY - OCTOBER Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook, on Ocean Street 12 seaside shanties! Always open from 11:00am. Artists and artwork change weekly throughout the season. Visit often and discover new faces and a variety of artwork each week. A must stop on…
Special Exhibit – Cranberries: From Cape Cod to American Icon
Whether covering our local bogs or garnishing our cocktails, cranberries have held an ever-present role in Cape Cod life for generations. Come explore the rise of this humble berry through Cape Cod’s history, from its historic use by the Wampanoag people to its modern sale worldwide by companies like Ocean Spray. This exhibition continues the…
Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 24 – September 28, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Hyannis HyARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Hyannis Harbor *two locations along the Walkway-to-the-Sea* OPEN MAY - OCTOBER Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook, on Ocean Street 12 seaside shanties! Always open from 11:00am. Artists and artwork change weekly throughout the season. Visit often and discover new faces and a variety of artwork each week. A must stop on…
Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 24 – September 28, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Hyannis HyARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Hyannis Harbor *two locations along the Walkway-to-the-Sea* OPEN MAY - OCTOBER Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook, on Ocean Street 12 seaside shanties! Always open from 11:00am. Artists and artwork change weekly throughout the season. Visit often and discover new faces and a variety of artwork each week. A must stop on…
Hyannis HyARTS Artist Shanties week of September 24 – September 28, 2026 * OPEN May – Oct!
Hyannis HyARTS ARTIST SHANTIES Hyannis Harbor *two locations along the Walkway-to-the-Sea* OPEN MAY - OCTOBER Bismore Park & Harbor Overlook, on Ocean Street 12 seaside shanties! Always open from 11:00am. Artists and artwork change weekly throughout the season. Visit often and discover new faces and a variety of artwork each week. A must stop on…
Sunday, September 20, 2026
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September 20, 2026 -Farmers Market at Taylor-Bray Farm
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September 20, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 20, 2026 -Cape Symphony Presents: Hot Tamale Brass Band
Farmers Market at Taylor-Bray Farm
We are excited to announce we will be hosting a Farmers Market every Sunday from 9:00am-12:00pm beginning May 24 through September 20, 2026!! Many of our favorite vendors are returning from last season-along with several new ones we can't wait for you to meet! Stay tuned for weekly updates on our vendors. Shop local and…
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Cape Symphony Presents: Hot Tamale Brass Band
Looking to experience Mardi Gras right here on the Cape? Cape Symphony Presents at Aplaya Kitchen + Tiki Bar for The Hot Tamale Brass Band on Sunday, September 20, 2026! Amidst the tropical oasis that is Aplaya, The Hot Tamale Brass Band will take you on a musical excursion through New Orleans jazz, festive Mardi…
Monday, September 21, 2026
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September 21, 2026 -Jolly Jaunts * Take a hike with Sturgis Library!
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September 21, 2026Music and Movement Fun at the Cotuit Library
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September 21, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 21, 2026 -Special Exhibit: From Carriage to Classic: How the Automobile Transformed America
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September 21, 2026 -Tales of Cape Cod – 2026 season – NOW through September!
Jolly Jaunts * Take a hike with Sturgis Library!
June 15 - June 22 - June 29, 2026 Spending time outside is beneficial to your body and mind. Let's gather, walk, and reap the benefits of spending time in nature, together! Each trail will take about one hour to complete. Participants should bring water and a snack, wear comfortable shoes for trail walking and…
Music and Movement Fun at the Cotuit Library
Music and Movement Mondays, 10:00am Bring your little ones for music and play! Join us on Mondays at 10 a.m. for fun activities at Cotuit Library.
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Special Exhibit: From Carriage to Classic: How the Automobile Transformed America
Discover the origin story of the American automobile through 26 cars from Heritage’s collection. Come along for a ride from the late 1800s to the 1960s as the car evolves from a horseless carriage to a streamlined symbol of freedom and independence. EXHIBIT RUNS DAILY, DURING HERITAGE MUSEUM AND GARDEN HOURS, THROUGH OCTOBER, 2026
Tales of Cape Cod – 2026 season – NOW through September!
Tales of Cape Cod Connecting people to Cape's unique history Every Monday! 3046 Main Street, Barnstable Village Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.talesofcapecod.org Full descriptions: 2026 schedule All Programs start at 7 p.m. at The Olde Colonial Courthouse 3046 Main St, Barnstable, MA Admission is $10 for members and $15…
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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September 22, 2026 -Ici, on parle Français! September Social at Treehouse!
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September 22, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 22, 2026 -Zumba – FREE CLASSES – Hyannis Village Green
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September 22, 2026 -Ici, on parle Français! September Social at Treehouse!
Ici, on parle Français! September Social at Treehouse!
Join La Société Francophone de Cape Cod for a casual September evening of French conversation at Tree House Brewing Company. Mix and mingle with new and longtime members in a friendly, informal setting. Fluent, rusty, or somewhere in between—all conversational levels are welcome. This is a social gathering, not a class. This event is free…
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Zumba – FREE CLASSES – Hyannis Village Green
Zumba, Hyannis Village Green 5:30pm-6:30pm July 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4, 11, 18 , 25, Sept 1, 8,15,22, 29 Shake, shimmy and smile! Get a fun workout before strolling around downtown Hyannis! No rain dates. Classes are subject to change or cancel without notice. Follow @artsbarnstable and @hyannismainstreet for happenings all around town…
Ici, on parle Français! September Social at Treehouse!
Join La Société Francophone de Cape Cod for a casual September evening of French conversation at Tree House Brewing Company. Mix and mingle with new and longtime members in a friendly, informal setting. Fluent, rusty, or somewhere in between—all conversational levels are welcome. This is a social gathering, not a class. This event is free…
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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September 23, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 23, 2026 -Naturescape Gallery presents “Cartographies of Arctic Change” by Greg Fiske
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September 23, 2026 -Coffee @ The Kennedy Museum
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Naturescape Gallery presents “Cartographies of Arctic Change” by Greg Fiske
IN THE GALLERY DURING MUSEUM HOURS, September through October 31, 2026 Naturescape Gallery at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History presents "Cartographies of Arctic Change" by Greg Fiske, Director of Geospatial Technology at Woodwell Climate Research Center in Woods Hole, September through October 2026, during Museum hours. Maps are essential to telling the story…
Coffee @ The Kennedy Museum
Coffee @ The Kennedy Museum September 23, October 22, November 5, November 13 Location: JFK Hyannis Museum – Scudder Family Center for Civic Engagement (second floor) Attendance: In-person or via Zoom Cost: Free to members and non-members Registration: RSVP requested. Please register below. September 23 Book Talk with Christopher Mirabile: Author of “The Holdfast” &…
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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September 24, 2026Historical Fiction Book Club – Marstons Mills Library
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September 24, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 24, 2026Fresh Air Storytime with Miss Tessa
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September 24, 2026 -Cape Symphony Presents: Thursday Night Chapters
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Virtual EventSeptember 24, 2026 -VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK : Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz
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September 24, 2026 -Women & Water Hyannis Film Festival-mini film fest at Hyannis Arts Hall
Historical Fiction Book Club – Marstons Mills Library
Historical Fiction Book Club 4th Thursday of the Month 10:00am Join us as we discuss the Historical Fiction Book of the month.
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Fresh Air Storytime with Miss Tessa
Fresh Air Storytime with Miss Tessa Weekly on Thursdays at 11:00 AM Join Miss Tessa OUTSIDE for stories, music, movement, and BUBBLES! No registration required, drop in! FREE! This story time is held on the patio.
Cape Symphony Presents: Thursday Night Chapters
Join Cape Symphony Presents for Thursday Night Chapters - a free, weekly summer residency at the historic Chapter House in Yarmouth Port. Running from May 21 through September 3, this concert series transforms Thursday evenings into a vibrant celebration of live music, community, and Cape Cod culture. Set at of one of the Cape’s most…
VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK : Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz
Virtual Author Talk: Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz Online Grab a pocketful of change and get ready to dance down the street! Join us for an energetic conversation as we celebrate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin GRAMMY-winning musician Lucky Diaz, author of…
Women & Water Hyannis Film Festival-mini film fest at Hyannis Arts Hall
Women & Water - A mini film festival Thursday, September 24, 2026 7:00pm Hyannis Arts Hall To benefit OLAUG and Hyannis Arts Hall A mini film fetsival about women who compete, work and preserve. Meet and greet the filmmakers at 6:00pm Screenings, 7:00 to 9:00pm
Friday, September 25, 2026
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September 25, 2026 -Tai Chi Chih on the lawn at OVL
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September 25, 2026 -Osterville Farmers’ Market
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September 25, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 25, 2026 -Painting a Cape Cod Sunset – One day class!
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September 25, 2026 -4th Friday Poets
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September 25, 2026 -Cape Cod Pottery Trail Opening Reception
Tai Chi Chih on the lawn at OVL
Tai Chi Chih on the Lawn with Instructor Rich Nocella at the Osterville Village Library Fridays, 9:00 am - 11:00 am Want to learn how to feel calm in the midst of hectic times? Want to work on your balance? Your blood pressure? Your overall well-being? This weekly workshop may help you! Tai Chi Chih is…
Osterville Farmers’ Market
Fresh finds every Friday at the Osterville Farmers’ Market The Osterville Farmers’ Market is a popular weekly outdoor market located in the heart of Osterville, Cape Cod. Held every Friday on the scenic grounds of the Osterville Historical Museum, the market features a wide selection of locally grown produce, fresh flowers, baked goods, artisan…
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Painting a Cape Cod Sunset – One day class!
This fun and relaxing art class invites participants to create a vibrant Cape Cod sunset painting, even if they’ve never painted before. Step by step, students will learn how to use acrylic paint to capture the warmth, movement, and color of our local natural beauty. This class will cover: -Basic composition and layout -Acrylic painting…
4th Friday Poets
4th Friday Poets Bass River - Saben Board Room Ongoing (mostly) 4th Fridays, 2:00pm - 3:30pm. Poets of all ages and experience are welcome to this monthly group workshop. Poets will each bring a new or revised older poem and read aloud. The group will offer reaction and commentary, with the option to pass. Guidelines for…
Cape Cod Pottery Trail Opening Reception
The Cape Cod Pottery Trail returns the last weekend of September. The kickoff reception is Friday, September 25th, 2026, at Brick Kiln Farm followed by a weekend of studio tours and activities. The website will be updated with more details by the end of April. This is a must see event showcasing our local pottery community!
Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 -Cape Cod Pottery Trail: A Celebration of Ceramic Art on the Upper Cape
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September 26, 2026 -Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
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September 26, 2026 -Author Talk: The Winterpoor with local author George Foy
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September 26, 2026 -Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
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September 26, 2026 -Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
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September 26, 2026 -Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
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September 26, 2026 -Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
Cape Cod Pottery Trail: A Celebration of Ceramic Art on the Upper Cape
The Cape Cod Pottery Trail returns the last weekend of September. The kickoff reception is Friday, September 25th, 2026, at Brick Kiln Farm followed by a weekend of studio tours and activities. This is a must see event showcasing our local pottery community! The Cape Cod Pottery Trail, a unique self-guided tour of artists’ studios…
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ Artists on the Cape
Outside Straight Lines II: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Artists is a community art exhibit held at Cotuit Center for the Arts during Pride month aimed toward giving voice to LGBTQ+ arts across Cape Cod. EXHIBIT: May 23 to June 21, 2026 OPENING RECEPTION: May 30, 2026 from 3pm to 5pm. Outside Straight Lines II: A…
Author Talk: The Winterpoor with local author George Foy
Author Talk: The Winterpoor with local author George Foy Saturday, September 26 at 10:00 am Cotuit Library Cotuit Library is delighted to welcome local author George Michelsen Foy to the library. A Franco-American author and essayist, a professor of creative writing, and a former mariner, George brings a rich and adventurous life story to his…
Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
Celebrate the season by designing your very own hand-blown glass pumpkin! Work one-on-one with a professional glassblower to customize your pumpkin by selecting its colors, stem style, and overall design. Then, watch as your vision comes to life during a live glassblowing demonstration! This is a hands-off experience, with each pumpkin taking approximately 15 minutes…
Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
Celebrate the season by designing your very own hand-blown glass pumpkin! Work one-on-one with a professional glassblower to customize your pumpkin by selecting its colors, stem style, and overall design. Then, watch as your vision comes to life during a live glassblowing demonstration! This is a hands-off experience, with each pumpkin taking approximately 15 minutes…
Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
Celebrate the season by designing your very own hand-blown glass pumpkin! Work one-on-one with a professional glassblower to customize your pumpkin by selecting its colors, stem style, and overall design. Then, watch as your vision comes to life during a live glassblowing demonstration! This is a hands-off experience, with each pumpkin taking approximately 15 minutes…
Design Your Own Glass Pumpkin
Celebrate the season by designing your very own hand-blown glass pumpkin! Work one-on-one with a professional glassblower to customize your pumpkin by selecting its colors, stem style, and overall design. Then, watch as your vision comes to life during a live glassblowing demonstration! This is a hands-off experience, with each pumpkin taking approximately 15 minutes…
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