Cape Cod Activities - Free!

Things to Do on Cape Cod on a "Zero Budget"

Thankfully, lots of Cape Cod activities are free of charge.

So we always have plenty of places to go and things to do around here when we're in the mood to play - without shelling out any of our hard-earned cash. (Which, of course, is most of the time!)

When you're in "frugal mode", these free Cape Cod activities can't be beat ...


Cape Cod Baseball League Games


Seeing a Cape League game is a summer tradition for locals and long-time visitors alike.

From mid-June to mid-August, we cheer our favorite players on as they vie for the CCBL championship ... and maybe a Major League contract if they impress the scouts!

Where: Various towns across Cape Cod

When: June-August

More Info: Cape Cod Baseball League Games



Meteor Showers and Star Parties


Not into the bar scene?

There are more after-dark Cape Cod things to do than you than you might imagine.

This one's easy, as well as free: Go outside and look up. You could be awe-struck by what you see!


Where: Everywhere (Cape Cod beaches are excellent stargazing spots!)

When: Year round

More Info: Meteor Showers and Star Parties



Cape Cod Canal Activities


As you drive over the Bourne or Sagamore Bridge you'll see one of the most awesome sights - the Cape Cod Canal.

At ground level (or I should say, "sea level"), it's even more awesome.

Learn all about the Canal at the the Visitors Center. Then grab your bike, your walking shoes, or your fishing rod and go exploring!

Where: Bourne, Sandwich

When: Some year round, some seasonal

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Geocaching


Treasure hunting on Cape Cod? You bet!

Lots of people have hidden lots of things in lots of places, and they're out there just waiting for you to find them.


Discover the treasures - and discover places you won't read about in other vacation guides!

Where: Everywhere

When: Year round

More Info: Geocaching on Cape Cod



Sport Fishing Cape Cod


Welcome to the Fishing Capital of New England!

There's nothing better than the Z-z-z-z-z of your reel as you tussle with the biggest Striped Bass, Bluefish or Tuna you've ever seen!

Come cast your line and catch your own trophy fish!

Where: Everywhere

When: Mainly from April-November

More Info: Cape Cod Sport Fishing



Fireworks Displays


Skyrockets in flight ... 4th of July delight!

All over the Cape, towns go all out with their Independence Day activities, topped off with big fireworks displays.


Head to a beach near you to take in the show. And hold on for the grand finale. It'll knock your socks off!

Where: Various towns across the Cape
When: Mainly July 4th week, also during annual festivals

More Info: Cape Cod Fireworks Display Schedule



Cape Cod Potato Chips Factory Tours


A quick and tasty tour of the Potato Chips Factory is always a welcome diversion for the kids when you have a half hour or so to blow in Hyannis.

Oops - did I forget to mention? It's fun for us old kids, too!

(Hint: Remember this one when you're looking for rainy-day Cape Cod activities!)

Where: Hyannis

When: Year round

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Concerts in the Park


Spread a blanket out on the lawn and get ready for some old-time family fun.

The teens in your family might grumble if you tell them it's not one of their favorite bands ... So don't tell them. I guarantee you, they'll be tapping their toes and boogie-ing to the music, too!

Where: Various towns

When: July - August

More Info: Music In The Park