20 Things to Do on Cape Cod This Winter

From museums to restaurants to breweries, there's plenty to enjoy on the Cape during the colder months.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Cape Cod is a popular summer destination, but the region offers plenty of activities and attractions to enjoy during the winter as well. This guide highlights 20 spots recommended by local experts, including museums, outdoor adventures, restaurants, breweries, and more across the Cape's 15 towns.

Why it matters

While Cape Cod is known for its summer crowds, visiting during the winter allows travelers to experience the region's small-town charm and see what life is like on the Cape when it's less crowded. The guide provides a comprehensive look at the diverse range of activities and businesses that remain open and welcoming to visitors throughout the colder months.

The details

The guide covers a wide variety of winter activities and attractions on Cape Cod, from museums like the Sandwich Glass Museum and the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, to outdoor adventures like hiking and snowshoeing at the Cape Cod National Seashore and Nickerson State Park. It also highlights popular restaurants, cafes, breweries, vineyards, and shops that are open year-round, including Bamboo Chinese Cuisine, Leonessa, Beth's Bakery & Cafe, Far Land Provisions, Devil's Purse Brewing Company, Tree House Brewing Company, UVA Wine Bar, and Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod.

  • The guide was published on February 13, 2026.

The players

Bill DeSousa-Mauk

Publicist for the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce.

Tom Boland

Co-owner of Far Land Provisions in Provincetown.

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What they’re saying

“Cape Cod's enchantment extends far beyond summer only. In fact, its allure extends throughout all the seasons.”

— Bill DeSousa-Mauk, Publicist for the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce (boston.com)

“You really get to see what small town life on Cape Cod is like, which is really neat.”

— Tom Boland, Co-owner of Far Land Provisions (boston.com)

The takeaway

This guide showcases the diverse range of activities and attractions that remain open and welcoming to visitors on Cape Cod throughout the winter months, allowing travelers to experience the region's small-town charm and natural beauty without the crowds of the busy summer season.