Family Week Provincetown 2026
- 26 Jul - 2 Aug
- Provincetown, MA
Family Week in Provincetown is unlike any other pride event. Instead of a single day parade, the coastal town on the tip of Cape Cod hosts a full week of programming designed for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer parents, their children, and allies. What began as a small meet‑up in the 1990s has grown into the largest annual gathering of lgbtq+Q families in the United States. Family Equality and COLAGE curate the event with the goal of creating space where children from queer households can feel completely at ease and adults can share experiences with others who understand their journeys.
The 2025 edition runs from July 26 to August 2 2025 and features an evolving schedule packed with activities. Opening weekend typically includes an orientation and a community picnic, giving families the chance to make connections early on. Throughout the week there are age‑specific workshops, parent discussions, youth programmes and field trips. Past years have featured anything from tidepool expeditions and art projects to panel conversations about adoption and surrogacy. Evening events lean toward fun: outdoor movie nights, talent shows, beach bonfires and dance parties provide opportunities to relax and celebrate together. The week wraps up with a farewell brunch and reflection on how to stay connected until the next summer.
Provincetown itself is part of the draw. Nestled among dunes and lighthouses, the town is known for its eclectic galleries, seafood shacks and legendary sunset views from Herring Cove Beach. Commercial Street, the main artery lined with rainbow flags, transforms into a family‑friendly promenade during Family Week. Local businesses sponsor many of the activities, and the entire community embraces the influx of families; it’s common to see toddlers waving mini pride flags alongside long‑time residents. While the itinerary changes from year to year, organisers continue to centre accessibility and inclusion, ensuring there are quiet spaces, sign‑language interpretation and sliding‑scale ticketing.
Because Provincetown is a small resort town, lodging books up fast for summer dates, so registering early and arranging accommodations is essential. Several inns and rental agencies partner with Family Week to offer deals to participants, and both Family Equality and COLAGE provide scholarship options to make attendance possible for more families. For the most current schedule, registration details and volunteer opportunities, the official website is the best resource. If you’re looking for a week where your family can play on the beach, learn something new and be surrounded by community, Provincetown in late July and early August is the place to be.
