Things to do in Falmouth the week of August 10-18
Donahue Real Estate welcomes you to Falmouth Cape Cod! Below are suggestions for you, our
visitor. This list is compiled by people who live and vacation here
in Falmouth - lots of things you might not otherwise know about.
We hope you consider it helpful, and we hope you enjoy your stay in
beautiful Falmouth. Should you require any additional advice or
suggestions, please give our office a call at 508 548 5412, we are
happy to help in any way possible!
Here are some general things you can do this week, and below are more specific items for individual days of the week:
Sunday, August 12 is the Falmouth Road Race! Most of our tenants are
aware of this, but just in case you are not... Falmouth will be packed
this weekend for the world famous, world renowned Falmouth Road Race.
Runners, arrive early on Saturday to get your number, and good luck in
the race! For non-runners - expect a LOT of traffic and road closings in
Falmouth on Sunday morning. The traffic usually clears out by mid
afternoon. The race starts in Woods Hole, and winds its way along the
coast to the finish line in the Falmouth Heights. Please note that our office is NOT open on Sunday. Any and all calls will be returned on Monday August 13. For more info on the Falmouth Road Race, goto: http://www.falmouthroadrace.com/
Friday and Saturday, August 10 and 11, Marine Park (Falmouth Harbor) from 3-10pm there is a fun carnival.
Bike the Shining Sea Bike Path.
It is now 11 miles long, and goes from North Falmouth to Woods
Hole. Along the way you will see marshes, dunes, bogs, both Buzzards
Bay and Vineyard Sound, beaches, ice cream shops, much more. It
truly is one of Falmouth’s gems. There are multiple places to rent
bikes if you didn’t bring them – or, just go for a stroll!
Take in all that Woods Hole has to offer.
The world famous village of Woods Hole is a true delight. Lots to
see and do. The aquarium is great fun during the week (not open
on weekends) for the kids. Aquarium info available at http://www.aquarium.nefsc.noaa.gov/
While in Woods Hole,
check out OceanQuest, a 90 minute Hands-On Discovery Cruise in and
around the waters of Woods Hole. Perfect for everyone, especially
kids. An OceanQuest day is often one of the most memorable days of a
Cape Cod vacation. For info/pricing etc visit http://www.oceanquest.org/
Grab a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard.
Falmouth has three ferries to Martha’s Vineyard, two of which
leave right from convenient Falmouth Harbor. No need for a car on
the island, but like Falmouth, MV has great bike paths. Check out
Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven and Edgartown, or any of the smaller
villages or beaches! Martha’s Vineyard is a must day trip for
everyone who has never been. Ferry info, including schedules and
rates, is available at www.falmouthhomes.com/falmouth.asp
Nantucket.
The ferry to Nantucket leaves from Hyannis, which is about 40
minutes away. If you only have one day to explore an island, stick
with MV. But if you have extra time, Nantucket is such a great
island, and such a great village. Again, no need for a car.
Beach! Falmouth
has 68 miles of coastline, and much of it is town owned beaches.
Any day there is good weather, try one of our wonderful beaches!
If you are walking or biking, put away your wallet, there is no
fee. But if you drive, you will need to pay to park. Most lots are
$10 each, several are $20 (Old Silver for example). For a list of
what beaches have what amenities, click here
Boats! Falmouth
has many opportunities to go boating, from renting jet-skis, to
private fishing and cruising charters, to being pampered on a
luxury, restored sailboat like the Liberte, which has daily
sailings where you pay per person. They also have Sunday Champagne
sailings. Liberte info available at http://www.theliberte.com/
Main St. Falmouth’s Main Street is amazing. Lots of shops, restaurants, bars, parks, more. Enjoy a lazy afternoon taking it all in.
Plimouth Plantation.
A short (35 minutes with no traffic) drive away is Plimouth
Plantation in Plymouth Mass. If you are from New England there is a
good chance you have been there (school field trip maybe?) but if
you are not from the area, it is worth a day trip to see the 17th
Century English Village, where all the staff stays in character
the entire time. See more at http://www.plimoth.org/
Cape Cod Children’s Museum in Mashpee is a fun way to spend a rainy afternoon, if we get one. It is ideal for kids 3-10 or so. http://www.capecodchildrensmuseum.org/
Movie Theaters. At
Mashpee Commons (plays current hits), also the Nickelodeon, which
plays more artsy fare. But don’t forget the Falmouth Cinema Pub,
where you can get a good meal, some wine and beer etc while
watching current hit movies! Cinema pub info available at www.falmouthcinemas.com/
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The following are specific items that can only be done on
specific days of the week, these are things you might not have
otherwise found out about in time to enjoy. Not every day has a
specific thing to do, we do add items when we hear about them:
Mondays:
Lobster on the Lawn. St Barnabas Church, Main St (near the
village green) 5-7pm, get a lobster roll, chips, drink and a piece
of pie for $15, eat it picnic style on the lawn! Children under
10 can get a PB&J sandwich, chips, drink for free with a paid
adult.
Tuesdays:
Shuckers World Famous Raw Bar in Woods Hole continues their
Tuesday night 2 for 1 lobster dinner tradition. A great way to sit
right on the water and get a wonderful, affordable meal in true
Cape Cod tradition! http://www.woodshole.com/shuckers/
Wednesdays:
5pm to 8pm. Coonemesset Farm’s Jamaican Buffet, 277 Hatchville
Road, East Falmouth. 508 563 2500. Featuring great food, including
some of the best Jerk Chicken and Pork you will ever have! Live
Steel Drum music, live animals, and it is BYOB, so pick up a
favorite bottle of wine or beer and bring it with you! Cost is $20
per person for adults, less for children, under 5 free. This event
is very family friendly, there are usually a lot of children
running around, playing and dancing!
Also Wednesdays: Movies under the stars - Peg Noonan Park, Main St Falmouth. Usually starts at 8:30. They play children's movies, great for the 10 and under set.
Thursdays: Main Street, Falmouth, during the day. Enjoy the Falmouth Farmers Market! Lots of fresh foods and much, much more!
Thursday night, Falmouth Harbor, enjoy a free concert at the
new, wonderful Marine Park Bandshell! Concerts usually start at
7:30. Pack a picnic, and enjoy the free show.
Fridays:
5pm to 8pm. Back to Coonemesset Farm for Vegetarian Night
(featuring Pulled Pork). Same as Wednesday nights - BYOB, live
music, farm animals, wonderful way to spend the night with the kids
and friends. $20 per person for adults, less for children, under 5
free.
Of course there are many, many other things to see and do in
and around Falmouth. Please feel free to call our office for more
great suggestions, or the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce is a
wonderful resource, they can be reached at 508 548 8500.