Provincetown in the Winter
A calming, peaceful oasis
In the new season, after the intoxicating mix of holiday lights and sugar rushes, you can find respite in this quiet corner of the world. Here, you can pass a contemplative evening sitting by the fire, find new friends at trivia night, or even share a table at a delicious pop-up dinner.
Explore Provincetown in the Winter
The Joy of November in Provincetown
Provincetown in December
New Year’s Eve in Provincetown
What’s Open in Provincetown in the Winter?
Arts & Culture
Restaurants, Bars, Cafés & Confections
Shopping
Visitor’s Guide
Winter Events in Provincetown
Shopping, lights, and Santas dashing down Commercial Street in Speedos—it’s the holiday season with a Provincetown flourish. Late November and December feature the return of Holly Folly, which offers prizes for shoppers, the Gay Men’s Chorus, and, yes, a Santa Run in festive (but skimpy) swimsuits. And if skimpy santa suits in December are not enough, Provincetown starts the New Year with its Polar Bear Plunge—and the slightly more weather-appropriate Lite Bright Bike Ride.
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Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum’s Annual Lighting Ceremony
The Beauty of Provincetown in the Winter
Provincetown’s harbor in winter.
Yes, some Provincetown restaurants are open year-round! This includes the celebrated Canteen, which changes up its menu to offer cozier options (like this matzo ball soup). Photograph by The Canteen.
The Canteen also hosts a holiday pop-up shop next door. Photograph by The Canteen.
The holiday pop-up shop features several local businesses and artisans, along with snacks and treats. Photograph by The Canteen.
The holiday pop-up shop in 2019 included Provincetown shop The Captain’s Daughters. Photograph by The Canteen.
Local trees and wreaths are also available. Photograph by The Canteen.
Some downtown businesses and bars are open year-round. The community comes out for local trivia nights and restaurant pop-ups.
Long-time favorite local spots know how to stay cozy, no matter the weather.
Postcards from Provincetown
