Event Dates
From: Sunday, August 18, 2024
To: Sunday, August 18, 2024
Kick start your celebrations with one of the most famous gay Summer carnival events at the Opening Party.
August in PTown can only mean one thing, Carnival! Kick start your celebrations with one of the most famous gay Summer carnival events at the Opening Party.
- Many of the events take place in the Crown And Anchor complex. Book well in advance if you want to stay during the bear events. The Brass Key Guest House is also highly recommended with a great pool.
The Party
- Each year The Crown and Anchor plays host to the annual Carnival opening party, one of the high points of Provincetown’s Summer Season.
- The theme changes every year, so plan ahead and dress accordingly… or not; it’s Carnival after all, and anything goes!
- And of course, the best costumes win some fabulous prizes. Dance and enjoy great music with guest DJs, hosts and surprise performances.
- Events kick off with the dance party at 9 pm at the Pool Deck, followed by the costume contest.
- The party continues from 10.30 pm at Paramount Club.
The Theme
- Awaiting theme for the 2024 edition.
- The most monstrous swamp-lewk will win $250 cash and a spot aboard one of the PBG’s floats in Thursday’s Carnival Parade.
- Tickets will be $15 pre-sale and $20 at the door.
The Venue
- Paramount Club is the largest waterfront nightclub in Provincetown, located at the Crown & Anchor.
- The venue features a state-of-the-art sound system, a large dance floor and a spacious patio.
- Located on 247 Commercial St, Provincetown. Stay close to the club at the Carpe Diem Guest House, rated “Superb” by our readers and located right by Commercial St, close to all the gay bars and clubs.
Recommended Hotels in Provincetown
The following hotels are close to the PTown’s popular bars and the Carnival celebrations:
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Carpe Diem Guesthouse is our
home from home when in Provincetown.
For further information and advice on
Boatslip Resort Carnival Facebook
Provincetown itself has two main drags, Commercial Street and Bradford Street. P’town can be divided into three sections, the quiet and peaceful West End, the bustling downtown center, and the East End, which has a number of galleries and guesthouses.
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Highlights of previous Carnival events at the Crown and Anchor