Festive Fireworks, Parades and Fourth of July Events and More for 2024!

July is an exciting time on Cape Cod. The month kicks off with a plethora of July 4th events on Cape Cod, but the fun doesn’t stop there! With July being a big month for vacationers, there are fun activities all month long for everyone to enjoy.

Celebrating July 4th on Cape Cod is a festive and memorable experience, with a variety of activities, events, and beautiful coastal settings.

A Guide to July 4th Events on Cape Cod:

Fireworks on Cape Cod

Of course, no Fourth of July celebration would be complete without fireworks on Cape Cod. Several towns on the Cape have firework displays, (on July 4th @ dusk unless otherwise indicated).

• Mashpee – Mashpee Middle School Field( June 28th @ 8:45pm – after the annual community picnic @ 5pm)
• Orleans – Rock Harbor (July 2nd @ dusk)
• Sandwich – Wing School (June 29th at 9pm after Moonlighters performance @ 7pm))
• Chatham – Veterans Field (July 2nd @ dusk)
• Falmouth – Falmouth Heights Beach
• Provincetown – Provincetown Harbor
• Plymouth – Plymouth Harbor

Most of the firework displays begin after dusk between 9:00pm and 9:30pm.

Road Races for Independence Day

Participating in a road race on Cape Cod around the July 4th holiday is a great way to combine fitness with the festive atmosphere. Here are some popular races across the Cape:

Sandwich– Spirit of Sandwich 5k – This road race starts at the Henry T.Wing School at 8am. Registration fee of $15 will be taken on the day of the race starting at 6:45am.

Hyannis Port – The Hyannis Port Mini-Marathon begins at  the Hyannis Port Post Office at 9 a.m. followed by the parade at 11 a.m.

Plymouth – 4th of July 5K has a new course this year, beginning at DCR Pilgrim Memorial State Park on Water Street, at 7:30.

Cotuit – Firecracker Road Race on July 5th sets off at 5 p.m. at Lowell Park. This 5k includes a Cherry Pie prize for the fastest finisher!

Fourth of July Parades on Cape Cod

Several Cape Cod towns kick off their Fourth of July Celebrations with Independence Day parades on Cap[e Cod featuring floats, bands, and much more. Towns that have a parade on July 4^th include:

• Barnstable (9 am) – Along Main Street
• Centerville(10:30 am) – Centerville Elementary (Flag Raising and songs @ 9am)
• Chatham (9:30 am) – Along Main Street (“It’s a Shore Thing”)
• Cotuit (11 am) – Along Main Street
• Hyannis Port (11 am) Staring at the Post Office
• Hyannis (5pm) –   Hyannis Harbor Boat Parade
• Orleans (10 am) – starting at Eldregde Parkway
• Sandwich (10:30 am) –the parade kicks off at the Wing School
• Wellfleet (9:30 am) – Main Street -begins with classic cars
• Provincetown ( 11 am) starts at the Harbor Hotel

Cape Cod Baseball – July 4^th, 2024

The Cape Cod Baseball League is celebrating the Fourth with  America’s favorite pastime! The League will hold free games across the Cape on the 4th: Brewster @ Harwich at 5:00 p.m.,   Falmouth at Cotuit 5:00 p.m., Yarmouth-Dennis @ Hyannis at 6 p.m.,  Wareham @ Bourne at 6 p.m.,  Orleans at Chatham 7:00 p.m.

Festive Music on the 4th

Hyannis –  Live music and performances on Main Street and the Bandstand on the Village Green, starting at 4pm on July 4th, featuring a slate of local talent, including the Cape Cod Ukulele Club and a reenactment from the Yarmouth Minutemen.

The Cape Symphony’s “Joy4July” concert rounds out the celebrations at 7:30 p.m. At Aselton Park is a FREE outdoor event and no tickets are required. A rain date for the show is set for July 5.

More July Events on Cape Cod

Celebrating July 4th on Cape Cod offers a perfect blend of traditional festivities, stunning natural beauty, and community spirit. Whether you’re enjoying a parade, relaxing on the beach, or watching fireworks light up the sky, it’s an unforgettable way to spend Independence Day.

July is a great time to visit the Cape as there is so much to do and enjoy. In addition to the many special events going on, there are many seasonal activities available. Check out one of our favorite excursions or tours or one of the many must-dos on the Cape. With sunny days ahead, July on Cape Cod is sure to be fun!