CAL MONTHLY

August 13-16

Falmouth Road Race Weekend

Various Location in Falmouth
The 2026 ASICS Falmouth Road Race promises to be an exciting event celebrating 54 years of running the iconic course along the sea, giving back to the community and promoting running, health and fitness! https://falmouthroadrace.com/events/asics-falmouth-road-race/

Saturday, August 22

Cape Cod Jerk Food & Fun Festival

Hyannis Village Green, 10am-5pm
A high-energy celebration of Caribbean culture in the heart of Cape Cod. This one-of-a-kind event brings together bold, authentic jerk cuisine, showcases, and friendly competitions with nonstop music, dance, and vibrant performances.

Saturday, September 12

2026 Seaside Le Mans

Mashpee Commons, 12-4pm
The Race for the Cape Cod Community, features teams of sponsors driving Formula One-style karts during an endurance race on an outdoor track at Mashpee Commons to determine the winner.
The Seaside Lemans 2026 beneficiaries:
-Arts Foundation of Cape Cod – Expanding and Strengthening a Vibrant and Diverse Arts and Culture Sector
-Behavioral Health Innovators – Assisting Youth and Young Adults Facing Substance Use Disorder
-Cape Cod Healthcare – Supporting Comprehensive Care and Services for Cancer Patients and Family
-Family Table Collaborative – Providing Healthy, Prepared Meals for Those in Need on Cape Cod
-Homeless Not Hopeless – Providing Housing, Life Skills, and a Supportive Community for Homeless Individuals

Sunday, September 13

Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod 9th Annual Ride for Homes

US Coast Guard Station at the Cape Cod Canal in Sandwich
Sponsored by KAM Appliance. Participants can choose from three cycling routes or two walk/run options. The 50-mile ride begins at 7:00 a.m. and departs for the Shining Sea Bike Path from North Falmouth to Woods Hole and back. At 9:00 a.m., the 20-mile ride departs for Mashnee Island, and the 14-mile ride begins along the Cape Cod Canal. The 5K and 10K run or walk will take place along the Cape Cod Canal. Registration is now open, all proceeds support Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod in building affordable homes with local families and volunteers. To register or learn more, visit habitatcapecod.org/ride-for-homes.

AUGUST EVENTS

Wednesday August 12

Police Officer Storytime

Greg Turner Meeting Room, Eastham Public Library,10:30AM-11:30AM
Join us for a special storytime with Eastham Police Officers! Listen to stories, ask questions, and check out a real police motorcycle!

Elks Lodge Wednesday Night Cookouts

Elks Lodge, 5PM
Come chill and enjoy what we have cooking on the grill at the Elks Lodge Cookouts. This event reoccurs every Wednesday until August 26th.

Thursday, August 13

History on Tap: the Roaring Twenties: a Major Turning Point in Cape Cod History

Cape Cod Maritime Museum, 5pm
21+. Step back to the 1920s, a decade of dramatic social, economic, and political change on Cape Cod. Authors Sharon Anderson and Dorothy Skelley bring the era to life with a collection of historic photographs and stories, highlighting milestones like the 1928 opening of the Cape Cod Airport, the surge of tourism fueling the local economy, the rise of Cape Cod tea rooms, the 1927 debut of the Cape Playhouse, and the secretive speakeasies that dotted the region.

Zoë Lewis & The Educated Fleas

Truro Public Library, 6PM
Zoë Lewis & The Educated Fleas - Gypsy jazz, jump jive, Latin grooves, swing, international folk and funk originals on anything from the piano to the spoons! World traveler, story teller, band in a body, Zoe’s boundless energy is hard to ignore. She’ll be joined by a band of stellar musicians. Get ready for an upbeat show!

Saturday August 15

Falmouth Road Race Weekend

Craftfest Cotuit

40 School St., Cotuit, MA , 10AM-4PM
Aug. 15th & 16th, featuring more then 100 crafters and artisans from Cape Cod and NE. Spend the day celebrating handmade, enjoying delicious food and musical entertainment. So mark your calendars and join us in our village by the sea. Free admission, limousine shuttle service and parking. Rain or Shine.

2026 Carnival: Deep Sea Disco

Various Location Provincetown
(August 15th- August 22nd) Carnival – created by the Provincetown Business Guild in 1978 – is Ptown’s original Summer celebration of community, expression, and creativity. The week-long festival attracts tens of thousands of guests from all over the world to enjoy parties, performances, costume contests, and the legendary Carnival parade. Start planning now for 2026’s theme: Deep Sea Disco! https://ptown.org/calendars/carnival

Bob Marley - Comedian

Melody Tent, Hyannis, 8PM-11PM
Hyannis, get ready for a night of laughs with Bob Marley - Comedian at the Cape Cod Melody Tent—one of the city’s go-to spots for live entertainment. Join neighbors and visitors for Bob Marley - Comedian - Hyannis Hyannis on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Bob’s sharp New England perspective, quick crowd work, and perfectly timed stories turn everyday moments into big, contagious laughs. https://www.melodytent.org/events/

Sunday, August 16

Falmouth Road Race Weekend

Thursday August 20

Film Screening — Truro Historical Society’s “Fishing and Fishnet”

Highland House Museum, 5PM
Join us for a special screening of Fishing and Fishnet, the Truro Historical Society’s newest documentary, produced by board member Jan Worthington.
This engaging 42-minute film brings to life the story of John and Tiny Worthington, who played a vital role in Truro’s economic industry from the 1930’s to the 1950’s through their two businesses: the Pond Village Cold Storage and Tiny Worthington’s Fishnet Industries.

Friday August 21

Escape the Museum

Museums on the Green, 3PM - 5PM
Step into the world of Dr. Wicks, Falmouth’s pioneering physician, and uncover the secrets of his mysterious inoculation experiment!
During Escape the Museum, families and teens will work together to solve puzzles, crack codes, and race against time to help Dr. Wicks complete his mission. Explore historic rooms, discover hidden clues, and experience the thrill of teamwork and discovery—all before the clock runs out. It’s history with a twist of adventure, perfect for curious minds and puzzle lovers alike!

Saturday August 22

Nauset Summer Craft Festival

Nauset Regional Middle School, 70 Route 28, Orleans, 10AM-5PM
August 22 & 23, Soak up the last golden weeks of summer at the Nauset Summer Craft Festival
Join us for a relaxed, juried outdoor craft festival celebrating American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Event details and exhibitor info at www.CastleberryFairs.com

Sunday August 23

Jim Gaffigan

Melody Tent, Hyannis, 5pm-9pm
Hyannis locals know a great night out when they see one—welcome Jim Gaffigan to the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis for an evening of big laughs and easygoing summer energy. Jim Gaffigan - Hyannis Hyannis is set to light up the stage on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Gaffigan’s comedy turns everyday cravings, family chaos, and awkward little truths into sharp, relatable stories—delivered with that unmistakable deadpan voice and perfectly timed pauses. https://www.melodytent.org/events/