10 Must-Do Cape Cod Events in April 2025 (That’ll Make You Wish the Month Was Longer)
- Imperial
- Mar 31, 2025
- 3 min read
Cape Cod isn’t just a summer escape—it’s a living, breathing, culture-soaked haven year-round. And April? April’s when the peninsula starts waking up and flexing.
You’ve got symphonies, whales, blooming daffodils, and a relay race that'll wear the soles off your soul. So if you’re the type who likes your weekends unforgettable and your socials full of “Where is that?” comments—listen up.
Here are 10 can't-miss Cape Cod events happening this April—each one is a mini adventure waiting to be bragged about.
1. Cape Symphony’s “Beethoven: The Revolutionary”
📅 April 5th & 6th | Barnstable Performing Arts Center
Beethoven didn’t just compose—he rebelled. The Cape Symphony brings the fire with a bold performance that dives into the stormy brilliance of this musical revolutionary. Expect goosebumps.
2. Daffodil Festival on Nantucket
📅 April 26–28, 2025 | Nantucket Island
Spring doesn’t arrive on the Cape—it explodes in yellow. The Daffodil Festival is a weekend of parades, antique car shows, art, and a 5K Bloom Run that’ll put a little spring in your step (pun intended). Nantucket becomes a painter’s palette—and you're walking through the canvas.
3. Ruck4HIT Relay Race
📅 April 25–26, 2025 | Cape Cod Fairgrounds, Falmouth
Ever wanted to ruck 200+ miles across every town on the Cape with a 20–30lb pack on your back? No? Neither did the people doing it—until they saw what it supports: veterans and first responders through Heroes In Transition.
4. The Glass Experience at Sandwich Glass Museum
📍 Sandwich, MA | Ongoing throughout April
Hands-on, hot-as-fire, and downright mesmerizing. You’ll learn the art of glassblowing and maybe even take home a handmade piece that’s 100% yours.
5. Tuesday Talks: Oonie Burley and Friends of Trees
📅 April 16, 2025 | Chatham Conservation Foundation
Get a green thumb (and a bigger heart) learning about tree conservation efforts from Oonie Burley and the Friends of Trees org. For nature lovers and curious minds alike.
6. Whale Watching with the Dolphin Fleet in Provincetown
📅 Starting April 13, 2025 | Provincetown, MA
Cape Cod in April is the prime time to witness the leviathans of the deep breach, blow, and bellyflop in full view. The Dolphin Fleet’s got front-row seats—and the experience is nothing short of soul-shaking.
7. Explore the Galleries of Provincetown
📍 Provincetown, MA | All Month Long
The outer Cape has long been a haven for artists and misfits. P-town’s galleries offer bold works, queer art, coastal beauty, and a touch of the unexpected. Bring your curiosity—and maybe your checkbook.
Catch a Film at Wellfleet Cinema
📍 Wellfleet, MA | Ongoing
A Cape Cod classic, this throwback cinema dishes out indie films, old-school blockbusters, and the occasional hidden gem. Pair it with popcorn and some off-season peace and quiet.
9. "The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe" at Cape Cod Theatre Company
📅 Select Dates in April | Harwich, MA
Step through the wardrobe into Narnia with this magical stage production. Perfect for families—or adults who haven’t forgotten how to believe in magic.
10. 🖼️ Self-Guided Arts & Antiques Tours
📍 Cape-wide | Available Anytime
Pick a town, grab a map (or your phone), and wander. From Dennis to Orleans, Cape Cod’s dotted with antique shops, artist studios, and galleries begging to be explored. Perfect for a lazy Saturday with a latte in hand.
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