Cape Cod’s spring season has charming festivals, outdoor celebrations, and cultural events. Here are ten must-attend spring events in Cape Cod for 2025:
- Cape Cod Irish Festival
- Dates: March 7–9, 2025
- Location: Hyannis Resort & Conference Center, Hyannis, MA
- Details: Celebrate Irish culture with live music, dancing, and authentic cuisine. The festival features performances from Irish bands, traditional storytelling, and artisan vendors.
- Cape Cod St. Patrick’s Parade
- Date: March 8, 2025
- Location: Route 28, Yarmouth, MA
- Details: One of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades in New England, this event features marching bands, themed floats, and Irish dancers, attracting thousands of spectators.
- Easter Egg Hunt at Heritage Museums & Gardens
- Date: March 29, 2025
- Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, Sandwich, MA
- Details: A family-friendly event with thousands of hidden eggs, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and hands-on children’s activities in a beautiful garden.
- Cape Cod Big Clam Chowder Festival
- Date: April 6, 2025
- Location: Falmouth, MA
- Details: Enjoy a taste of Cape Cod’s best chowder recipes, featuring a variety of styles from local chefs, live music, and a heated tent for outdoor dining.
- Daffodil Festival on Nantucket
- Dates: April 25–27, 2025
- Location: Nantucket, MA
- Details: This spring celebration features antique car parades, a picnic in Siasconset, a daffodil-themed dog parade, and art exhibits throughout Nantucket.
- Wellfleet Restaurant Week
- Dates: May 5–11, 2025
- Location: Wellfleet, MA
- Details: A week-long culinary event highlighting local restaurants, special menus, and farm-to-table experiences celebrating Wellfleet’s seafood and coastal flavors.
- Brewster in Bloom Festival
- Dates: May 2–4, 2025
- Location: Brewster, MA
- Details: This annual spring celebration includes a parade, arts and crafts fair, 5K road race, and live music throughout the town of Brewster.
- Harwich 5K Road Race and Spring Fling Festival
- Date: May 11, 2025
- Location: Harwich, MA
- Details: This event starts with a scenic 5K race followed by a family-friendly festival featuring live music, food trucks, and a spring market.
- Cape Cod Maritime Days
- Dates: May 17–31, 2025
- Location: Various locations across Cape Cod
- Details: A month-long celebration of Cape Cod’s rich maritime heritage, featuring lighthouse tours, boat-building exhibits, and historical talks on the region’s nautical history.
- Figawi Race Weekend
- Dates: May 24–26, 2025
- Location: Hyannis to Nantucket, MA
- Details: A legendary sailing race that kicks off the summer season, attracting sailors and spectators alike for a weekend of racing, waterfront parties, and Nantucket celebrations.
Spring on Cape Cod offers a perfect blend of traditional festivals, outdoor activities, and food-focused events. Whether you’re interested in maritime history, delicious seafood, or spring flowers in bloom, these events make the Cape a must-visit destination this season!