See all the events for the year arranged by month at the Provincetown Chamber of Commerce website. Ptown.org also has events listings. See our events listings of special interest to the LGBT community below:
June 3-6, 2021. In this quaint, coastal town over the course of four days. Normally with a wide range of events, including powerful workshops, shows, parties and meals. This year with limited in-person events. Embracing intersectionality and intergenerational dialogue, with an intentional prioritization of people of color that promotes enriching cultural and healing experiences for all.
June 4-6, 2021. June is Pride Month! Main events typically include: Stroll Under the Rainbow; PRIDE Kick-off Party at Velvet; PRIDE Dance Party at A-House; and Underwear Closing Party at Purgatory. See updates and restrictions due to Covid-19, at:
June 16-25, 2021. Ten days with dozens of program offerings, virtual screenings, PFFtalks, outdoor screenings, and VIP experiences. Choose from live outdoor screenings if you’re in town, or stay in the comfort of your home and enjoy films virtually. All films and events will be reserved in advance with e-tickets and limited seating.
June 29 - July 5, 2021. Provincetown's hottest week long celebration! Guest DJs; ROUGH TRADE Leather + ROUGH TRADE Sports editions.Trade Pool Parties, Club Nights, entertainers; plus the Freedom Beach Party on the final SUNDAY! Events in 2020 cancelled due to Covid-19.
July 10-18, 2021. The guys hit the beach for 9 days w/ rooms at local host hotels, camp sites and condo rentals. Daily N. Truro to P-town shuttle. Cabaret shows, beach outings, bar nights, meals, dance parties, pool parties, cruises, and leather events. 2020 events cancelled. See program plus 2008 - 2019 photos.
August 15-21, A weeklong celebration of LGBTQ+ life. The Provincetown Business Guild is busy creating a fun and fabulous week and while it may be different – it will still be a blast so don’t miss it! The Carnival 2021 theme is Somewhere Over the Rainbow!
September 23-26, 2021. Four days. Performances of plays inspired by Williams’ creative vision worldwide, celebrating Williams’ connection to Cape Cod, his evolving international importance and his avant-garde spirit. See 2021 updates, past shows, videos, and links to Williams plays produced by the Festival at:
September 30 - October 4, 2021 - annual kick-back weekend to meet some hot new friends, socialize, relax or party with other like-minded people in leather, rubber & uniforms. Venues include A-House, Paramount, Purgatory, Boatslip and Bayside Betsy’s. 2020 events were cancelled, see website for 2021 schedule / updates.
October 8-18, 2021. A WOMEN’S FESTIVAL BEST OF THE FESTS. Concerts, Comedy, Workshops, Panel Discussions, Storytelling, Games, Contests and more! With Women’s Week favorite performers, author events, interviews, and dance parties.
October 13-16, 2021. It's daunting to find and meet new people. Single Women’s Weekend is a fast, fun, guaranteed way for single lesbians to meet other single lesbians, live and in person. Among previous participants, 99% have either found someone they want to date or, at the very least, made great new friends and had fun. Meet n Greets, Speed Dating, Comedy show, Discounts.
October 17-24, 2021. A week-long celebration of gender diversity, the longest-running annual event in the transgender world. Part conference, part social gathering, a “full immersion” experience with formal banquets, fashion show, and cabaret/talent show, where attendees can spend a week 24/7 presenting their gender as they wish. See website for details and schedule.
October 28-31, 2021. See what's currently open in Provincetown: Lodgings; Dining; Retail; Galleries; Activities; Services; and Transportation. Also see the PBG Events Calendar.
October 29-31, 2021 (event not yet scheduled for 2021). Annual Halloween weekend mischief-making in magical Provincetown. Bring Bear friends, admirers, fabulous costumes, and your sexy selves. FRI 6-9pm Meet and Greet. SAT 11am-4pm Bear Mart. SAT 9pm-1am Classic Monster Party Costume Ball at Crown & Anchor.
December 3-5, 2021. Explore the quieter season at this gay resort during the annual pre-Christmas weekend. Past events have included: Gay Men's Chorus concert; dance nights; the 'Shop Hop, with sales at shops and galleries around town; Drag Bingo; The Snow Ball at the A House; and the Leather Dance Party at Club Purgatory,
February 18-20, 2022. Annual FRI-SUN events sponsored by The Watership Inn, The Atlantic House, The Crown and Anchor, Gifford House Inn Bayside Betsy’s. Produced by Mates Leather Weekend and Full Kit Gear. Beer Blast, White Out and C*CK Parties, Brunches, Workshops, Chaps+Straps, Leather Dance.....
April, 2022 at Town Hall and Sage Inn. The Hoedown in P-town consists of 3 (and a half) dances, 5 workshops (two tracks to choose from). Laughing, socializing, and dancing yer ass off. Cancelled for 2021. See updates and past year's schedule.
May 26-30, 2022. Annual summer season kick-off/ Memorial Day Weekend 4-day Celebrations for women at clubs around town. Shopping, cruising, dancing, boating, beaching, biking, barbecues, partying, and drinking - events you will not want to miss. See the full schedule on their fb page, and website below: