Name: Mermaid Bash Pool Party Carnival Week
Start: 2026-08-18T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-08-18T16:00:00.000Z
Location: The Crown & Anchor

Provincetown has been a refuge and creative haven for LGBTQ+ people for decades — the kind of place where you can walk down the street and feel genuinely seen, where the community isn't performing for anyone else's comfort. The whole town has this relaxed, anything-goes energy that comes from generations of queer people building something real here, not just a tourist attraction but an actual home where you can be exactly who you are.

The scene here spans everything from the Boatslip Resort's legendary afternoon tea dances on the beach to drag shows at The Crown & Anchor that pack the room with locals and visitors who actually know how to have fun. You've got the Post Office Cafe & Cabaret for cabaret nights, the Red Room for dancing, and smaller spots like Gifford House where the vibe is more about community than spectacle — which is exactly the point, emphasized by the various theme weeks throughout the year, like Bear Week, Frolic, Women's Week, Baby Dyke, Carnival, and Spooky Bear.

Provincetown

A themed tea dance celebrating the Wizard of Oz.

Over the Rainbow Tea

Club hits from the 90s & 00s, Anthem Edition.

I Love the 90s

A themed tea dance inspired by the iconic character Mrs. Roper.

Mrs Roper Goes to Tea

Provincetown's Women's Week kicks into high gear on Sunday night with a celebration that brings together the community for a full evening of performances, dancing, and the kind of energy only this week can bring. If you've never caught Women's Week in P-town, this is what summer turns into when the women who make the season happen stick around to celebrate each other — expect packed venues, live performances, and a room full of people genuinely happy to be there. It's the event that reminds you why this town matters to so many of us.

Women's Week 2026

TransWeek, also known as Fantasia Fair, is a week-long gathering held in Provincetown, Massachusetts for transgender and gender-diverse people. It offers workshops, keynote speakers, meals, entertainment, and social events such as a fashion show, open mic night, follies performance, and a bingo festival. The event includes an opening welcome reception, dinners, dances, and an awards banquet across its schedule.

A week-long transgender community gathering in Provincetown, MA.

TransWeek 2026

Provincetown hosts a multi-day Halloween celebration featuring parties, dances, a haunted house, a costume ball, and other seasonal events across town. The weekend overlaps with Spooky Bear, an annual gathering produced by the Northeast Ursamen that includes costume contests, themed parties, and nightlife-focused meetups. Events are hosted at various local venues including the Crown & Anchor, The Yoga Joint, and local walking tour operators.

A New England Halloween weekend in Provincetown with parties, dances, and Spooky Bear events.

Spooky Bear Weekend

Holly Folly is Provincetown's LGBTQ+ holiday celebration, described on the page as the nation's largest and oldest such event, first held in 1997. It brings the queer community together to celebrate the holiday season with events including performance art, fine dining, and holiday shopping along Commercial Street. The 2026 celebration kicks off with a weekend December 4-6, with expanded Holly Folly weekends throughout the month.

Provincetown's LGBTQ+ holiday celebration featuring shows, shopping, and festive events.

Holly Folly 2026

Slip into your best mermaid look and spend the afternoon poolside at Tryst Beach Club. High-energy beats from DJ Lina Bradford, great cocktails, and a packed pool make this one of Carnival Week's most colorful afternoons. Expect sun, dancing, and the kind of fun that only a themed pool party can deliver.

Mermaid Bash Pool Party Carnival Week

On Tuesday, August 18th at 12:00 PM, Slip into your best mermaid look and spend the afternoon poolside at Tryst Beach Club. High-energy beats from DJ Lina Bradford, great cockta...

Slip into your best mermaid look and spend the afternoon poolside at Tryst Beach Club. High-energy beats from DJ Lina Bradford, great cocktails, and a packed pool make this one of Carnival Week's most...

Mermaid Bash Pool Party Carnival Week at The Crown & Anchor

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Slip into your best mermaid look and spend the afternoon poolside at Tryst Beach Club. High-energy beats from DJ Lina Bradford, great cocktails, and a packed po...

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Mermaid Bash Pool Party Carnival Week - Aug 18, 2026 - The Crown & Anchor

Welcome to Provincetown's largest entertainment complex, a historic landmark pulsating with vibrant energy and unforgettable live performances. Discover multiple unique venues under one roof, from dazzling drag shows at The Crown Cabaret to the waterfront beats at The Beach Club. As a cornerstone of the LGBTQ+ community, The Crown & Anchor offers an inclusive experience celebrating queer arts, culture, and nightlife.

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