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10 things to do in Cape Cod, MA

4th of July Fireworks & Events
July 4 • Event
You won’t run out of things to do in Massachusetts on America's Independence Day

Halloween in Massachusetts: Parties & Attractions
October 31 • Event
From Witch City to Beantown—hear all of New England's dark stories

Christmas Lights and Events in Cape Cod
late November–late December • Event
Cape Cod is a perfect destination to visit during the winter holidays

Plimoth Patuxet (Plimoth Plantation)
mid-March–late November • Activity
The 17th-century settlement reenacted in this living history museum

Fall Foliage on Cape Cod
mid-September–late October • Nature
With the arrival of autumn, another unexpected vacation season begins on Cape Cod

Hummingbirds
May–September • Nature
Ruby-throated hummingbirds visit Massachusetts to nest and breed every summer

Stargazing
all year round (best June–October) • Nature
Cape Cod and other scenic areas offer decent stargazing during the warm season