Ad submission for Bear Week Provincetown Monthly Newsletter
2026-01-05 - 2026-08-06 | Provincetown Bears, Firehouse #3 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Provincetown Bears now has a monthly newsletter that is published from January through August. It announces registration opening; additions to our event calendar; announcements for our Bear Perks Page such as retail, rental, food and event discounts; special announcements about events that have been added to our registration packages and much more.
Visit our newsletter ad form for ad sizes and prices. To be included in the current months newsletter please submit ads by the 5th of the month. Newsletters are normally emailed to our subscribers by the 10th of the month. Our newsletter goes out to nearly 1,000 subscribers each month and that number grows each week closer to our event. You can subscribe using the popup campaign on our homepage.
Click here for ad info.

Survey Contest
2026-03-15 - 2026-05-16 | MA
Enter to win one of two Full Week Packages by fill out our “Past & Future Guest Survey”. Drawing is set for May, 2026. Winners will be notified by email and posted on our Facebook pages, BlueSky and Instagram accounts. Click here to enter!

Bear Week Provincetown 2026 Registration
2026-03-15 - 2026-07-01 | Provincetown Bears, Firehouse #3 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Please visit our registration page for more info and purchase your registration package. Final day for registration is June 30, 2026.
To volunteer during this year’s event click here.

Ad submissions for BWP26
2026-04-02 - 2026-06-16 | Provincetown Bears, Firehouse #3 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Would you like to place an ad in this year’s Bear Week Provincetown Ad Booklet or on our website? If you choose to have your ad on our website it will be visible on all pages for this year’s event through through April 2, 2026. Ads may appear after that date as web ad examples in our banner ads. For more information click here to visit our ad page.
Deadline for all print ad submissions is June 15, 2026.No submissions, updates or changes will be accepted after this date.
Deadline for all web ad submissions is June 30, 2026.Only 1 web ad update will be accepted up until July 6, 2026. No submissions, updates or changes will be accepted after July 6, 2025.
After July 6, if there are changes to your web ad information (ie. time, place, etc.) it will be listed on our News & Updates page and sent out over our official Bear Week Provincetown Facebook pages and our BlueSky & Instagram accounts if time allows.

Web Ad Only Submissions for BWP26
2026-04-02 - 2026-07-01 | Provincetown Bears, Firehouse #3 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Would you like to place an ad in this year’s Bear Week Provincetown on our website? If you choose to have your ad on our website it will be visible on all pages for this year’s event through through April 2, 2026. Ads may appear after that date as web ad examples in our banner ads. For more information click here to visit our ad page.
Deadline for all web ad submissions is June 30, 2026. Only 1 web ad update will be accepted up until July 5, 2026. No submissions, updates or changes will be accepted after July 5, 2026.
After July 5, if there are changes to your web ad information (ie. time, place, etc.) it will be listed on our News & Updates page and sent out over our official Bear Week Provincetown Facebook pages.

Web Ad Only Updates for BWP26
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-06 | Provincetown Bears, Firehouse #3 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Deadline for all web ad submissions is June 30, 2026. Only 1 web ad update will be accepted up until July 5, 2026. No submissions, updates or changes will be accepted after July 5, 2026.
After July 5, 2026, if there are changes to your ad web information it will be listed on our News & Updates page and sent out over our official Bear Week Provincetown Facebook pages.

Last Call for Munchies
2026-07-11 01:00 - 2026-07-18 02:00 (America/New_York) | Spiritus Pizza, 190 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Enjoy this Ptown tradition! Once the bars close at 1am everyone heads to Spiritus Pizza. The street out front of Spiritus turns in a nightly block party. Don’t want to deal with the crowds? Several eateries are open late during Bear Week along both Commercial St. and Bradford St.

Boatslip Pool Chaise & Towel
2026-07-11 09:30 - 15:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
With all Bear Week Provincetown registration packages you receive a Tea Dance Pass.
Your Tea Dance pass also gives you the option to use a chaise & towel by the pool daily from 9:30am to 3pm (approximately). Since this is a popular perk we suggest you get there early since there are a limited number chaises and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Your Tea Dance Pass does not guarantee you will get a chaise.
If you are a registered Bear Week Provincetown guest your Tea Dance Pass will get you in free according to the package you purchased.
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $10
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Cannon Ball Bear Week Pool Party
2026-07-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free w/ PtownBears Tea Dance Pass.
Bear Week Bear Tag holders can use their Tea Dance Pass to receive free access to the pool party and a free chaise & towel for the entire week. Best to get there early because chairs are available on a first come, first serve basis. You are not guaranteed a chaise with your pass.
No Cover w/ PtownBears Tea Dance Pass or Bear Tags – $10 Cover w/o Bear Tags)

Registration Pick-up
2026-07-11 11:00 - 17:00 | A-House, 4-6 Masonic Place, Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
You can pick up your registration packet at the porch of the A-House (Atlantic House). Please have your ID (driver’s license or passport) ready with your printout from your confirmation email or your Eventbrite app confirmation. Thank you!

Welcome Bear BBQ
2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Crown & Anchor, 247 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
This event is free for PtownBears Bear Tag holders.
Join the Provincetown Bears for our first Crown & Anchor event of the week. Enjoy a BBQ lunch by the pool and on the beach courtesy of the Crown & Anchor.
Regular grill prices for visitors without PtownBears Bear Tags.

Meet & Greet at the Buoy Bar
2026-07-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free and open to the public.
Come out before Tea Dance and meet your fellow Bears!

Heated Rival-TEA Jerseys & Jocks w/ DJ Maryalice
2026-07-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Bear Week Provincetown registration packages include a Tea Dance Pass.
Join DJ Maryalice for the world famous Boatslip Tea Dance on Provincetown’s largest deck overlooking Provincetown Bay.
Today’s theme: Heated Rival-Tea: Jerseys & Jocks Welcome to Provincetown’s legendary afternoon dance party at the Boatslip with Resident DJ Maryalice. Grab a drink, mingle with friends, or jump on the dance floor. Whatever you decide, just be you.
If you are a registered Bear Week Provincetown guest your Tea Dance Pass will get you in free according to the package your purchased.
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $10
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Late Arrival Registration Pickup
2026-07-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Firehouse #3, 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
For those arriving on the last ferry into Provincetown but want to make it to Tea Dance or other events Saturday evening, the Bear Booth will be open for registration pickup. Please have your ID (driver’s license or passport) to check in. The Bear Booth will be remain open so you can retrieve your registration package before hitting the town.
This location will be open daily from 11:00am til 4:00pm starting on Sunday July 12 thru July 17.

Bearracuda
2026-07-11 21:00 - 2026-07-12 01:00 | Crown & Anchor, 247 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
This event is free for PtownBears Bear Tag holders.
Join DJ Mateo Segade and Kelly Shoes for a night of dancing the Provincetown’s largest dance floor, Paramount.
Non-Bear Tag holders pay posted cover charge.

Special Late Registration Pickup at Boatslip
2026-07-11 22:00 - 23:30 | MA
If you miss the late registration at the Bear Booth on Saturday night and want to go the Official Opening Party: FURBALL at the Boatslip, a table will be set up at the entrance to the party. You will be able to receive your PtownBears Bear Tag so you can enter the event for free. You will have to go to the Bear Booth on Sunday to retrieve the rest of your package (ie. t-shirt, swag bag, event booklet, etc.). You will need to show your Bear Tag and ID to receive the rest of your package. The table will only be available until 11:30pm. After that the cover for the event will be $20 w/o a PtownBears Bear Tag.

Bear Week Provincetown Official Opening Party - FURBALL
2026-07-11 22:00 - 2026-07-12 01:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Entrance to this event is free for PtownBears Bear Tag holders.
Join the Provincetown Bears for the official opening party for this year’s event! The PtownBears have teamed up with Joe Fiore’s FURBALL NYC for this year’s Official Bear Week Provincetown Opening Dance Party!
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $20

Welcome Bears Party w DJ Wayne Michael - A-House
2026-07-11 22:00 - 2026-07-12 01:00 | A-House, 4-6 Masonic Place, Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
50% discount w/ Bear Tag at the door!
Join DJ Wayne Michael for the best in current dance floor hits and theme nights.
Today’s theme: Welcome Bears Party!
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $20
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Free shuttle to Provincetown Inn for the J. Burrows Memorial BBQ & Pool Party
2026-07-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Provincetown Inn, 1 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free for PtownBears Bear Tag holders
Free shuttle for PtownBears Bear Tag holders to Provincetown Inn for the J. Burrows Memorial Barbecue/Pool Party! Hop on the Funk Bus for your round trip to and from the Provincetown Inn. This 30 passenger Funk Bus will run nonstop from 8am to 2pm.
Board the FUNK BUS at the Provincetown bus stop at the base of MacMillan Pier, between Ryder St. & Standish St. You can board near the public restrooms or on your return trip, from the roundabout at the Provincetown Inn. Transportation is free to Bear Tag holders.
Bus Fee for non-Bear Tag holders: $10 round trip

Bear Market Provincetown 2026
2026-07-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Crown & Anchor, 247 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free and open to the public.
The ever popular Bear Market Provincetown returns to Bear Week Provincetown. This annual event spotlights goods catering to the Bear Community. Browse the many handpicked vendors with bear themed products from beard oil to pillows, t-shirts, jams & jellies, and more! There is a little bit of everything made by and for the community.

John Burrows Memorial BBQ & Pool Party
2026-07-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Provincetown Inn, 1 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
This event is a free PtownBears Bear Tag Only event.
Join us for our annual John Burrows Memorial BBQ. John was the founder of Bear Week Provincetown and this was one of his favorite events to kick off the week, at the Provincetown Inn pool and patio. The pool is open to all but only PtownBears Bear Tag holders will have access to the BBQ and tent.
The pool will be open with a cash bar, live DJ and concession stand.
Only a limited number of sales at the door are available for the BBQ.
Limited sales at the door: $30
Stay tuned for a posting of this year’s menu for this event.

Soaked-at-the-Slip Pool Party
2026-07-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free for PtownBears Week Tag holders with their Tea Dance Pass.
Bear Week Bear Tag holders can use their Tea Dance Pass to receive free access to the pool party and a free chaise & towel for the entire week. Best to get there early because chairs are available on a first come, first serve basis. You are not guaranteed a chaise with your pass.
Free w/ PtownBears Bear Tags or Tea Dance Pass – $10 Cover w/o Bear Tags

Sloppy Seconds Pool Party
2026-07-12 11:00 - 16:00 | Crown & Anchor, 247 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Entry to this party is free for PtownBears Bear Tag holders.
The pool is open with entertainment provided by performers Big Dipper, Meatball & DJ Mateo Segade.
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $20
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Bear Booth Info & Registration P/U
2026-07-12 11:00 - 16:00 | Firehouse #3, 254 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Pick up registration packages daily at the Bear Booth.
We also have a line of merchandise available for purchase from baseball and trucker caps to t-shirts, bear themed necklaces and bracelets. You can also find a daily list events and fliers for shows and events in Provincetown during Bear Week.
We accept VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER and AMERICAN EXPRESS for all purchases.

True Colors Tea Dance w/ DJ Maryalice
2026-07-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Bear Week Provincetown registration packages include a Tea Dance Pass.
Join DJ MaryAlice for the world famous Boatslip Tea Dance on Provincetown’s largest deck overlooking Provincetown Bay.
Today’s theme: True Colors-There is no place like Tea Dance. Wear a color or play a party! DJ Maryalice spins your favorite gay anthems.
If you are a registered Bear Week Provincetown guest your Tea Dance Pass will get you in free according to the package you purchased.
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $10
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Bearaoke w/ Host Dana Danzel
2026-07-12 21:30 - 2026-07-13 01:00 | The Governor Bradford, 312 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Free for all Bear Week Provincetown guests and visitors.
Enjoy a night of music and laughs hosted by Dana Danzel at the Governor Bradford. This popular event has been brought back to our schedule by popular demand and we now have two nights of fun. Join Dana from 9:30pm till closing.

70s Disco Heaven w DJ Lennie III
2026-07-12 22:00 - 2026-07-13 01:00 | A-House, 4-6 Masonic Place, Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
Bear Tag discount: 50% off cover charge
Join DJ Lennie III for his annual 70s Disco Heaven party at the A-House. Dance to your favorite Disco classics at this extremely popular event. Get there early because the lines stretch down Masonic Place to Commercial Street get in!
Cover charge w/o Bear Tag: $20
Notice: Prices/Cover charges not covered by Bear Tags are subject to change without notice and are at the discretion of the venue.

Pancake Breakfast
2026-07-13 08:30 - 11:00 | King Hiram Lodge, 2 Masonic Place, Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
This event is a Bear Tag Only Event.
Join the PtownBears for their annual pancake breakfast held at the King Hiram’s Lodge, aka The Paul Revere Masonic Lodge. This is a popular event put on for our registered guest. Start your week off with a hardy breakfast. Coffee and hot water for tea will be available to compliment your breakfast.

Masonic Lodge Tour: The Historic Paul Revere Lodge
2026-07-13 08:30 - 12:00 | King Hiram Lodge, 2 Masonic Place, Provincetown, MA, 02657, United States
This is a free event open to all Bear Week Provincetown visitors.
Tour this historic Masonic Lodge and learn about its history and connection to Paul Revere. Refreshments are served after tour.
