Cape Cod Fireworks Displays

When and Where to See Fireworks on Cape Cod

Fireworks Bursting Over Lewis Bay, Hyannis

Especially during Independence Day (4th of July) week, when we celebrate America with parades down Main Street, barbecues and band concerts on the town square - and phenomenal fireworks displays from one end of Cape Cod to the other.

But that's not all ... The big boomers are set off during special fairs and festivals at other times of year, too.

And we close out the old and ring in the New Year at "First Night" in Chatham with yet another big fireworks display.

If you're lucky enough to be on Cape Cod at fireworks time, you're in for a special treat!

Date: July 4, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Falmouth Heights Beach

Insider's Tip: Do you have a portable radio? Be sure to bring it with you, and tune to 92.7 WMVY to hear the music that accompanies the fireworks display.

Date: July 4, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Lewis Bay

Insider's Tip: The best viewing spots are the beaches around Hyannis Harbor. Pack a picnic basket for dinner and stake out your spot in late afternoon. Or have a bite to eat at a restaurant on Main Street or by the Harbor, then walk to the beach for the fireworks. (Don't forget your cover-up clothes. It gets chilly on the beach after sunset, even in July.)

ORLEANS, MA

Date: July 2, 2012 (Rain Date: July 6, 2012)

Time: Dusk

Place: Rock Harbor

Insider's Tip: You can also see the Rock Harbor fireworks display from Cape Cod Bay beaches in Brewster and Eastham. They'll be off at a distance, but still fun to see.

PROVINCETOWN, MA

Date: July 4, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Provincetown Harbor

Insider's Tip: For a very special experience - watch the fireworks from onboard a ship in the Harbor. On July 4th, Dolphin Fleet offers whale watch plus fireworks cruises at 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., as well as a fireworks only cruise at 8 p.m. These cruises are very popular, so reserve your spot early. (Dolphin Fleet: 1-800-826-9300)

ONSET, MA

Date: July 7, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Onset Harbor

Insider's Tip: The town of Onset is on the "mainland" side of the Cape Cod Canal, just over the bridge. It's an absolutely gorgeous little town, and well worth a visit!

The 4th of July holiday week has the most, the biggest and the best fireworks displays.

But there are others during the year that are pretty darn good, too.


YARMOUTH, MA

Date: June 29, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Dennis-Yarmouth High School

Insider's Tip: This fireworks display caps off the Yarmouth Summer Celebration which runs from June 23rd through June 29th.Other events during the Celebration include comissioned sand sculpting at area businesses and "Kite Fun" with Archie & Friends at Seagull Beach and Bass River beaches.

MASHPEE, MA

Mashpee Night at the Pops

Date: 2012 date TBA

Time: 9:15 p.m.

Place: Mashpee Commons

DENNIS, MA

Dennis Summerfest Celebration

Date: Saturday, August 18, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: West Dennis Beach

YARMOUTH, MA

Annual Yarmouth Seaside Festival

Date: October 7, 2012

Time: Dusk

Place: Seagull Beach, South Yarmouth

CHATHAM, MA

First Night Chatham. Ring in 2013 with the first Cape Cod fireworks display of the New Year!

Date: December 31, 2012

Time: Midnight

Place: Oyster Pond