This weekend in Cape Cod, MA

Join a clay target shooting competition focused on trap. Shooters fire at targets launched away at varying angles from five stations arranged in a semicircle behind a trap house. The event is open to all skill levels. Plan to bring a shotgun (12, 20, or 28 gauge), target ammunition, and required eye and ear protection, with a hat or visor recommended.

Experience the gristmill at work as the machinery turns, and pick up freshly ground organic cornmeal. Learn about Factory Village and life in Brewster during the 19th century. Stroll the scenic paths along Stony Brook, the site of the town's annual spring herring run. This event welcomes families. Admission is free, and dogs are not permitted.

Enjoy an outdoor experience filled with lively games and friendly competition. Try traditional relays, tackle obstacle challenges, and explore a mix of activities suited to every age group. Wear comfortable sneakers and bring plenty of energy. The focus is on having fun together and creating lasting summer memories.

This round-trip rail journey highlights the natural beauty of Cape Cod, passing woodlands, sand dunes, cranberry bogs, salt marshes, and the renowned Cape Cod Canal. Engaging commentary on board blends facts with lively local stories, making the trip both informative and entertaining from start to finish.

Slow roasted Carolina whole hog takes center stage, prepared by a Cape Cod BBQ spot that specializes in Carolina whole hog cookery and Memphis St. Louis ribs. The hog is smoked and roasted over shagbark hickory and pignut hickory for a distinct flavor. The menu features chopped pork, pork sandwiches, mac and cheese, BBQ baked beans, potato salad, and vinegar and mustard based barbecue sauces. House sauces are crafted with beers from Barnstable Brewing, with varieties such as Irish Blonde, Crushaaaah, Before Noon, and Jesuit Juice. Quantities are limited, with one hog roasted each week, and service ends once the pork is gone until the following week.

Come enjoy the 14th Annual Cape Cod Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival at Cape Cod Fairgrounds. You’ll find 20+ food trucks with the fan favorites, along with craft beers, wine, and other beverages. There will also be live music, lawn games, and a curated artisan market featuring Cape-made goods, plus it’s a family-friendly event where pups are welcome if they’re leashed and well-behaved.

Freebird Motor Lodge hosts a free live music residency from Cape Symphony Presents as part of the Summer Sessions on 28 series. Shaped by the lodge’s retro, rock and roll spirit, each patio set creates a relaxed soundtrack for poolside lounging, cocktails, outdoor gathering, and discovery. Expect a thoughtfully mixed roster that includes singer songwriters, indie artists, DJs, soul influenced performers, and distinctive regional talent for an easygoing but purposeful listening experience. This session features DJ Sprino. The series is built in collaboration with Reverie Brands and connects locals and visitors across Cape Cod, aligning with sister efforts like The Uncommoner Hotel and Gypsy Sol Sessions to highlight the intersection of music, hospitality, and community.

Gypsy Sol Sessions brings a curated live music experience to Uncommoner Cape Cod through a new partnership between Cape Symphony Presents and Gypsy Sol as part of the Summer Sessions on 28 series. This installment spotlights Jordan Renzi, presented in an intimate setting shaped to connect locals and visitors. Admission is free. Rooted in Gypsy Sol’s cocktail and tapas concept inspired by tarot, the atmosphere pairs globally influenced flavors, craft cocktails, and outdoor fire pits with performances spanning folk, jazz, indie, soul, and acoustic storytelling. Each show is thoughtfully programmed by Cape Symphony Presents to match the venue’s creative, bohemian spirit, working in collaboration with the Reverie Brands team. The broader Summer Sessions on 28 initiative also includes programming at sister property Freebird Motor Lodge.

This seaside celebration offers a laid back, carefree vibe.

An immersive afternoon tea at the Dunbar House Tea Room & Wine Bar sets the scene where emerald tones meet perfect shades of pink amid blooming gardens and whimsical decor. Inspired by the magic, elegance, and wonder of a beloved story, the experience features four themed savory courses, freshly baked scones including a Defying Gravity Dark Chocolate Scone served with whipped cream and raspberry jam, and a selection of enchanting desserts. Four signature themed mocktails are available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to wear emerald green or perfectly pink, with costumes and themed attire welcome. Garden photo opportunities with Glinda are available throughout the afternoon. Whether celebrating with friends or family or channeling an inner Glinda or Elphaba, this gathering adds a touch of magic to every bite. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. All seating will be inside unless otherwise specified.

Aboard the train, passengers enjoy a leisurely culinary journey past charming Cape villages to the sound of romantic music. With the rhythm of the rails setting the mood, a freshly prepared four-course gourmet meal is served on crisp white tablecloths in classic railroad style.

Catch Nina West at Post Office Cafe & Cabaret for an in-person performance. The show is set for late afternoon in Provincetown, with doors and ticketing handled through the listed ticket option.

Hyannis Sound returns to Sandwich for an evening at First Church Sandwich. This professional 10-man a cappella ensemble, based on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, has carried on a tradition since 1994 by bringing together ten college-aged singers from across the United States each summer to make music and memories. The group’s members hail from California, Utah, Indiana, North Carolina, Virginia, and the New England region. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online or at the door.

Enjoy a summer night of stand-up comedy at Aquatic Brewing in Falmouth. This show features Jamie Aird live, with doors opening at 7:00 PM and the performance starting at 8:00 PM. Seating is limited, and the event runs for about two hours. Please note that Aquatic Brewing does not serve food, but guests may bring their own snacks or takeout, and outside beverages aren’t permitted.

Enjoy an evening of indie pop and indie rock with Porcelain at Pier 37 Boathouse. The show starts at 8:00 PM.

Three Dog Night returns to Melody Tent for a concert. With a career spanning six decades, the band notes remarkable statistics in popular music, including a notable period between 1969 and 1974.

Join a clay target trap shoot at Monument Beach Sportsman's Club. Shooters fire at targets launched away at varying angles from five stations arranged in a semicircle behind a single trap house. All skill levels are welcome. The event uses 25 targets per round, with 5 targets per station.

Set along the shore of the Cape Cod Canal, this gentle beach yoga class welcomes all experience levels at Gray Gables Beach in Bourne, Massachusetts. No registration is required. Bring a mat or towel, water, and anything else you need to stay comfortable in the sun. Participation is by donation, with a suggested contribution of 10 to 15 dollars, payable in cash or via Venmo. Classes are weather dependent, with updates shared on Facebook.

This two and a half hour train ride pairs a freshly prepared three course meal with live jazz performed by a quartet.

Enjoy a hands-on-style French bistro experience with Culinary Director Kate Rickard. Chef Rickard will demonstrate how to prepare three classic dishes, sharing professional techniques, helpful culinary insights, and the stories behind each recipe. The class also includes a tasting, with items including steak with cognac and mushrooms, greens with toasted walnuts and Roquefort, and crème brûlée.

Join a guided paint-and-sip session where you can create your own painting with step-by-step instruction from a trained artist. You do not need any prior experience, since the instructor will paint along with you while demonstrating techniques. After the session, you can take your finished artwork home, and your ticket includes your first glass of wine.

Vocalist Georgia Heers shares a resonant, expressive sound and a special connection to the Great American Songbook. A graduate of Oberlin College and Juilliard School, she has already appeared at Mezzrow, Dizzy’s, Minton’s Playhouse, and the Kennedy Center. Her artistry reached a national stage in George Clooney’s Broadway adaptation of Good Night, and Good Luck. With a debut album on the way, she is featured within Falmouth Jazz’s Women Who Lead series, presented in collaboration with Highfield Hall and Gardens.

Catch Munk Duane live at Flying Bridge Restaurant in Falmouth. The show is set for 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 9.

Enjoy a Falmouth Jazz performance featuring vocalist Georgia Heers. Her warm, expressive voice draws from the Great American Songbook, and she brings experience from venues such as Mezzrow, Dizzy’s, Minton’s Playhouse, and the Kennedy Center. This show is part of the Falmouth Jazz series “Women Who Lead,” presented in collaboration with Falmouth Jazz.

Delta Generators are performing at Neptune's. The show is scheduled for 5:00 PM local venue time.

Lake Street Dive stretches pop into common ground, weaving soul, folk, jazz, classic pop, and more into a sound built for connection. A five-piece that thrives in front of an audience, they are known for performances that create a strong bond with the crowd. Their GRAMMY-nominated release Good Together deepens that mission with a spirit of joyful defiance, reflecting on forces that push people apart, from runaway tech and social isolation to the pressure to constantly optimize. The songs invite uninhibited dancing and big, communal singalongs. Working again with Grammy-winning producer Mike Elizondo, the band expands its palette into R&B, funk, and Brazilian pop. The album ranges from its title track, an offbeat love song about following your heart, to Dance with a Stranger, a buoyant cut that pairs uplift with empathy. Walking Uphill wrestles with the work of healing, Seats at the Bar gives the classic love song a playful spin, and Twenty-Five offers a spare, heartfelt look back at a past romance. Vocalist Rachael Price, bassist and background vocalist Bridget Kearney, drummer and background vocalist Mike Calabrese, keyboardist and vocalist Akie Bermiss, and guitarist and background vocalist James Cornelison perform with easy camaraderie, channeling a collaborative, wide-ranging, and joyfully exuberant sound.

The George Gritzbach Band delivers an evening of original roots-and-blues that moves from tender ballads to driving, groove-forward numbers. Expect storytelling lyrics grounded in the blues tradition and searing slide guitar that keeps the sound gritty, kinetic, and vibrant. The Washington Post has praised George Gritzbach for his songwriting and slide work. Over the years he has performed as an opener for B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, and Dr. John, and has appeared at The Melody Tent, The Music Circus, Cotuit Center for the Arts, The Music Room, and festivals throughout the United States and Canada. Influences that include Rev. Gary Davis, Robert Johnson, B.B. King, and Elmore James shape a set that channels timeless blues spirit through fresh, original songs from a seasoned touring artist. Tickets are $30, with a $25 member rate.