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Memorial Day weekend kicks off with Provincetown's most reliably packed afternoon — Dog Tag Tea at Boatslip's legendary oceanfront deck. The sun's still high, the drinks are flowing, and the dance floor fills up fast with the kind of crowd that knows how to celebrate. Live DJs keep the energy moving from 4pm onward, and there's something about dancing with your people on the water that just hits different. This is the unofficial start to summer for a reason.

Provincetown's most iconic afternoon party kicks off Memorial Day weekend on the Boatslip's waterfront deck — where the sun, the sound system, and the crowd all hit their peak at the same time. This is the Tea Dance that sets the standard: live DJs spinning, the ocean as your backdrop, and that particular magic that happens when hundreds of people who actually know how to dance show up ready to celebrate. If you've heard the stories about Boatslip's legendary afternoons, this is the one that started them.

Solid Gold Tea is Boatslip's Memorial Day weekend edition of their legendary afternoon dance party — the kind of scene where the sun's still high, the deck is packed, and the energy is exactly what you came for. Live DJs keep the dance floor moving while the Atlantic breeze hits different, and the crowd is pure Provincetown: diverse, dressed to the nines, and here to celebrate. It's the perfect way to kick off the long weekend with people who actually know how to have a good time.

Nostalgia hits different when you're dancing on the Boatslip's legendary deck with a few hundred of your closest friends. This Memorial Day afternoon throwback cranks up the 90s hits — TLC, Britney, Destiny's Child, the whole era — while the sun's still high and the vibe is pure euphoria. It's the Tea Dance energy you come to Provincetown for, just with the soundtrack that defined a generation. Expect packed dance floor, salt air, and the kind of day you'll be talking about all summer.

The leather community's answer to Provincetown's legendary Tea Dance — Dog Tag Tea brings the heat to Boatslip's oceanfront deck with a crowd that's here to celebrate pride, community, and unapologetic self-expression. Expect a packed dance floor, strong drinks, and the kind of energy that only happens when people who know how to have a good time gather in the salt air. It's 4pm on a Friday, the sun's still high, and this is exactly where you want to be.

Saturday afternoon at Boatslip is when Provincetown's queer community gathers on the waterfront deck for the kind of dance party that actually lives up to the hype — live DJs spinning, sun still high, salt air, and a crowd that's genuinely here to celebrate together. It's the Tea Dance that sets the tone for the whole season, where you'll find everyone from locals to visitors moving on the outdoor patio with that perfect mix of joy and abandon. This is the real deal, the kind of afternoon you'll still be thinking about come winter.

Melissa Ferrick brings her raw, soulful energy to the Post Office Cabaret stage—an artist who's spent decades crafting music that cuts straight to the heart. If you've caught her live before, you know what to expect: powerful vocals, honest songwriting, and the kind of performance that reminds you why live music matters. This is the kind of show that fills a room with people who actually came to listen.

Two comedians, two completely different energies, one night of laughs at the Red Room. Karen Williams and Vickie Shaw bring their own brand of humor to Provincetown's favorite intimate stage — the kind of show where you're close enough to catch every joke, every reaction, every perfectly timed beat. If you're looking for live comedy that actually lands, this is the kind of Friday night that reminds you why P'town's performance scene is worth the trip.

Poppy Champlin takes over the Red Room stage for a night of comedy that's equal parts sharp, hilarious, and unapologetically queer. If you've caught Poppy before, you know the drill — expect witty riffs, theatrical energy, and the kind of laugh-out-loud moments that stick with you. The Red Room's intimate setting means you're close enough to catch every facial expression and comedic beat. Friday, May 22nd at 7pm is your chance to see why this performer has become a Provincetown favorite.

Lea DeLaria brings her legendary blend of comedy, jazz, and unapologetic queer energy to the Red Room stage. If you know her work, you know what to expect: sharp wit, killer vocals, and the kind of performance that leaves you laughing and a little bit breathless. This is the real deal—a night with one of queer entertainment's most fearless performers, doing what she does best in an intimate setting that lets every moment land.

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Carrie Ashton Band brings the kind of live performance that fills a room with energy — tight musicianship, vocal power, and the kind of presence that makes you forget about your phone. The Red Room's intimate stage is the perfect setting for this, where you can actually see the band's faces and feel the music hit differently than a bigger venue. If you're into pop with real soul and performers who actually care about connecting with the crowd, this is worth your Friday night.