Heated Rival-Tea
Come dressed to play in jerseys and jocks. Resident DJ Maryalice runs the scoreboard.
The 48th Annual Provincetown Carnival August 15-22, 2026
Carnival – created by the Provincetown Business Guild in 1978 – is Ptown’s original Summer celebration of community, expression, and creativity. The weeklong festival attracts tens of thousands of guests from all over the world to enjoy parties, performances, costume contests, and the legendary Carnival parade. The 48th Carnival parade will roll down Commercial Street on Thursday, August 20.
🪩Registration is now open for the
2026 Deep Sea Disco Carnival Parade🪩
Registration Deadline: July 27
Carnival Headliner:
Tony & The Kiki with special guest Jujubee
August 19, 2026, 8pm
Provincetown Town Hall
The Queens from Queens! Tony & The Kiki is a New York City born and bred powerhouse band that exploded onto the scene like a supernova of sequins, sass, and sorcery. They blend gritty NYC glamour, disco decadence, and high-voltage anthems into an irresistible force of fabulosity. Their soul-shaking live shows, as well as their unapologetic songwriting, have earned them notable acclaim, captivating audiences from the underground to the world stage.
Tony & The Kiki are often referred to as the “Yassifacation of Rock’n’Roll” and “NYC’s most arena-ready band.” What if Cher and Freddie Mercury had a love child? See this electrifying concert and find out!
DO U DARE 2 KIKI?
Featured Carnival 2026 Events
Carnival VIP Package
Enjoy priority entry to seven official Carnival Week events with one ticket and no waiting in line. The package includes the Carnival Cruise: F@g Bash at Sea, A-House Carnival Dance Party, Mother of Pearls Pool Party, Squid Disco, Horse Meat Disco, the 2026 Carnival Headliner featuring Tony & The Kiki with special guest Jujubee, and the Carnival Closing Party with DJ Dee Diggs.
The Net Gala: Carnival Opening Costume Contest & Fashion Walk
Step into the spotlight and strut your lewks—Couture is in and opening up Provincetown Carnival in style! This year, we’re taking you from the runway to the dunes with a Deep Sea Disco twist.
Welltown 5K Run & Walk: Carnival Edition
Celebrate Carnival in Provincetown by sharing some self-love in the form of fresh air, exercise, and community right in step with your LGBTQ+ family. ‘Welltown 5k’ will stretch the entirety of Commercial Street finishing at the Provincetown Inn.
Carnival Cruise: F@g Bash at Sea
All Aboard, babes. The Celebrity Cruise is on its way to Studio 54. Provincetown’s 48th Annual Carnival sets sail with Steve Fabus and Father Figure. We’ll be dancing, sightseeing, flirting, singing—and who knows, maybe even meeting a celebrity. Boarding + Music begins at 4:15PM | Boat leaves at 5PM
A-House Carnival Dance Party
Join us at the iconic A-House for our Sunday Night Kickoff!
Mother of Pearls Pool Party with DJ Robbie Leslie
The Official Carnival Pool Party at Brass Key Guest House! Get those speedos, thongs, and kaftans ready — Mother of Pearl is calling! Join over 1,000 folks at Provincetown’s most glamorous pool party for a truly massive, one-of-a-kind Carnival experience. Dance the day away under the sun on the gorgeous grounds of the Brass Key Guesthouse.
Squid Disco 🦑 with Boyyyish
How about that Squidapocalyse in June? We must throw a party about it — it is the year of Deep Sea Disco after all. Come get a little silly and get out your tentacles and dive into the deep sea of The Red Room.
Carnival Bingo with Paige Turner
Carnival BINGO! with your host Paige Turner! Eight rounds of Bingo. Win fabulous prizes from local Ptown businesses. Come have fun with us during this signature Carnival event and win some awesome prizes! This event is a fundraiser for the Provincetown Business Guild.
Watership Inn Party with Miss Richfield 1981
Established in 1979 – The Watership Inn’s historic Annual Carnival Party is BACK! Join us in the backyard of the Watership Inn for an open-bar event with hors d’oeuvres hosted by Provincetown’s Miss Richfield 1981. All patrons must be 21+
Babes & Bois Presents: A Queer + Sapphic Carnival Pool Party
This year’s Carnival’s theme is Deep Sea Disco so suit and get ready to dive into Ptown’s largest Queer + Sapphic Carnival Pool Party! Now celebrating it’s 4th year at the Seaglass Inn & Spa , Babes & Bois bring you a Queer Carnival Pool Party featuring DJ J-BOOM on Wednesday, August 19th from 1-4PM.
Carnival Headliner: Tony & The Kiki
The Queens from Queens! Tony & The Kiki is a New York City born and bred powerhouse band that exploded onto the scene like a supernova of sequins, sass, and sorcery. They blend gritty NYC glamour, disco decadence, and high-voltage anthems into an irresistible force of fabulosity. Their soul-shaking live shows, as well as their unapologetic songwriting, have earned them notable acclaim, captivating audiences from the underground to the world stage.
48th Annual Carnival Parade
The 48th Annual Provincetown Carnival parade will be held on Thursday, August 20st as part of the week-long celebration from August 15-22. The parade theme for 2026 is “Deep Sea Disco!”
'The Last Bass' Closing Party with Dee Diggs
The Official Carnival Closing Party! Dee Diggs is a DJ and recording artist based in Brooklyn, NY. She is unapologetically black, queer, and a lifelong student of the tenets of House Music. The east coast darling bares her soul on these decks — when you hear her, you feel her, and there is no mistaking the beauty and grit of this sound and this feeling!
In Conversation with GLAD Law: The Transgender Military Ban
Join GLAD Law Executive Director Ricardo Martinez and Talbott v. US plaintiffs, Commander Michelle Bloomrose and Second Lieutenant Nic Talbott, in conversation about the impact of the transgender military ban and legal challenges to it. Free and open to the public.
Carnival 2026 Events
Welltown 5k Run & Walk: Carnival Edition
Welltown 5k will stretch the entirety of Commercial Street giving you a start-to-finish, rainbow-railroad takeover of the main drag of the world’s premier queer travel destination.
F*G BASH AT SEA: A Celebrity Cruise to Studio 54
All Aboard, babes. The Celebrity Cruise is on its way to Studio 54. Provincetown’s 48th Annual Carnival sets sail with Steve Fabus and Father Figure. We’ll be dancing, sightseeing, flirting, singing—and who knows, maybe even meeting a celebrity. Boarding + Music begins at 4:15PM | Boat leaves at 5PM
RHOTD (Real Housewives of Tea Dance)
Wigs high, standards low, drama at 4. Come dressed to stir it up. Resident DJ Maryalice runs the show.
Hey Bitch! (A Musical Journey To Planet Bitch)
Bitch is a longstanding queer music icon who Yahoo Entertainment called “a feminist force that the world needs now more than ever” when she released “Bitchcraft,” her 9th studio album, on the legendary label Kill Rock Stars in 2022. Since releasing “Bitchcraft,” she has been non-stop touring nationally, headlining as well as opening for Indigo […]
A-House Carnival Dance Party
Join us at the iconic A-House for our Sunday Night Kickoff — the official after-party to the Bear Boat Cruise. 21+
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
Mother of Pearls Pool Party with DJ Robbie Leslie
The Official Carnival Pool Party at Brass Key Guest House Get those speedos, thongs, and kaftans ready — Mother of Pearl is calling! Join over 1,000 folks at Provincetown’s most glamorous pool party for a truly massive, one-of-a-kind Carnival experience. Dance the day away under the sun on the gorgeous grounds of the Brass Key […]
I Love the 90s
Club anthems and guilty pop pleasures from the 90s and 2000s. Attire: come as you are.
Squid Disco 🦑 with Boyyyish
How about that Squidapocalyse in June? We must throw a party about it — it is the year of Deep Sea Disco after all. Come get a little silly and get out your tentacles and dive into the deep sea of The Red Room. music by: Boyyyish (NYC)
Painting On The Hill: Plein Air Painting with Harbor Views
Every other Tuesday ALL SEASON LONG from June 2, 2026 – August 18, 2026 Painting On The Hill is back for Summer 2026, led by beloved local artist Thomas Acone! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, plein air painting on our campus is the perfect way to […]
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
Carnival Bingo with Paige Turner
Eight rounds of Bingo. Win fabulous prizes from local Ptown businesses. Come have fun with us during this signature Carnival event and win some awesome prizes!
Watership Inn Party with Miss. Richfield 1981
Established in 1979 – The Watership Inn’s historic Annual Carnival Party is BACK! Join us in the backyard of the Watership Inn for an open-bar event with hors d’oeuvres hosted by Provincetown’s Miss Richfield 1981. All attendees must be 21+.
Mrs. Roper Goes To Tea
Calling all Helens and Stanleys, it’s a Roper romp, Boatslip style. Join the mayhem. Attire: caftans, curls, and beads.
OPEN DYKE NIGHT hosted by Bitch
Spend your Tuesday evenings with Bitch for OPEN DYKE NIGHT, and bring your talents or delight in others’. ODN is the official afterparty to Bitch’s Sunday night show “Hey Bitch!”, which is an inspiring, funny and feminist one woman/one beaver show that encourages you to tell your story. (GET YOUR TICKETS FOR THAT HERE) Bring […]
Horse Meat Disco at Crown & Anchor
What would a DEEP SEA DISCO be without HORSE MEAT!!!
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
Carnival Headliner: Tony & The Kiki
The Queens from Queens! Tony & The Kiki is a New York City born and bred powerhouse band that exploded onto the scene like a supernova of sequins, sass, and sorcery. They blend gritty NYC glamour, disco decadence, and high-voltage anthems into an irresistible force of fabulosity. Their soul-shaking live shows, as well as their unapologetic songwriting, have earned them notable acclaim, captivating audiences from the underground to the world stage.
DEEP SEA DISCO PARADE DAY TEA
PARADE DAY AT THE BOATSLIP Get your spot at the Buoy Bar early and stay through extended Tea Dance until 9pm!
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
HIMBO Jockstrap Night @ Purgatory
Thursdays are for the Himbos! Join us and DJ William Francis at 10pm Thursday’s
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
Dog Tag Tea Dance
Grab your gear and report for Dancefloor Duty. Get your souvenir dog tag at the door. Attire: camo, combat cool, or dog tag chic.
‘The Last Bass’ Closing Party with Dee Diggs
The Official Carnival Closing Party. Dee Diggs is a DJ and recording artist based in Brooklyn, NY. She is unapologetically black, queer, and a lifelong student of the tenets of House Music.
SUBMERGED! POOL PARTY
Poolside beats with DJ Stevie Psyclone
Heated Rival-Tea
Come dressed to play in jerseys and jocks. Resident DJ Maryalice runs the scoreboard.
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