Tim, David and Mollie (and Finnegan, in spirit!) invite you to join for a night of celebration under the stars at the Pilgrim Monument in our beloved Provincetown!
David & Tim
An Evening with Dina (optional)
Welcome Reception
Wedding Day
Reception
Travel
Provincetown is a special town at the very tip of Cape Cod. The closest large airport is Boston, but if you are going to drive, you could also fly into Providence, Rhode Island and rent a car from there. However, we do NOT recommend you rent a car unless you have other plans before or after the event as the town is very walkable, and parking is scarce.
The easiest way to get there is a flight into Boston, and then take the water taxi (or Uber) from Logan Airport to either the Bay State Ferry or Boston Harbor Cruises Fast Ferry departure points. The fast ferries leave regularly but check the calendar to make sure your itinerary works. There are also flights on very small aircraft from Boston to Provincetown but they are more expensive—check Cape Air for the calendar.
Once you arrive in Provincetown, most people walk to their hotel or AirBnB from the pier, but there are bike taxis or regular cabs that can help you too.
There are not many large hotels in Ptown, and if you choose any other town to stay in, you will need to plan for Ubers to get to and from events (and that's not fun). Provincetown itself is very small and meant for walking around, so part of the fun is the casual stroll to see the town itself.
We recommend looking for lodging using AirBnB and VRBO, and you can try Hotels.com, Expedia.com or Orbitz.com, but try to stay in Provincetown. AirBnB and VRBO are probably the best way to experience the magic of Provincetown since you'll be in a home or apartment closer to the center of it all, and those websites are probably best for larger groups since you may be able to get a whole house. There are some smaller bed-and-breakfasts, or hotels too, but not many to choose from.
Lodging is expensive and limited, so our advice is... if you are coming, book EARLY!
Things to Do
Whale Watch Cruise
Provincetown is known for its humpback whales, which migrate over 5,000 miles in late September from their homes in the Newfoundland area and around Cape Cod down to the Caribbean for mating season. Catch them on their way out of town on Captain John's Whale Watch is one of the other larger companies providing this unforgettable experience!
Schooner Hindu and the Cutter Bloodhound
Take a sunset cruise on the Schooner Hindu, just as Tim and I did the week we met ten year ago. It's a gorgeous ship that has been lovingly restored and maintained. The crew is friendly, and they'll even let you help with the sails if you'd like!
Dina Martina: Second Lady of Entertainment
Dina Martina has been called half performance artist, half drag queen and half clown. Tim, our friends and I have formed a very loosely organized fan club around her, launched some minor stalking incidents and even perpetrated our iconic guerrilla engagement event that placed her front and center for our moment, on her own stage. While she "doesn't mix" with weddings, she'll dazzle you in town on Thursday with here uniquely off-kilter, "puzzling" comedy show.
Do your own background research at www.dinamartina.com, or check youtube for her "Disney Vault" classics (we recommend Pizzazz, Ranchy, or Bryman College). You'll probably need to watch them on an empty stomach and sitting down.
Dina's not the only performer though, and we love the other shows too! Check these websites for other performances you may not want to miss:
https://www.onlyatthecrown.com
https://www.pilgrimhouseptown.com
https://www.postofficecafe.net
Rent a Bike
Getting around Ptown on foot is easy, but if you do want more mobility we recommend you rent a bike, especially if you want to go to a beach or ride through the dunes in the National Park. You can rent bikes by the day or the week to get around easily. Don't be surprised at the cost- a bike here costs about the same to rent as a car in other locations.
Bike or hike the dunes in the Park
If you rent a bike, you'll love biking the paved trails through the dunes. You can choose a short or long ride and the grade is never too steep, so it's an easy way to get some fresh air and a little exercise in a gorgeous natural environment.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Provincetown is known for its fun bars and great dining scene. Here are some of our favorites- and we recommend booking early since they are all small.
Happy hour:
The Red Inn or Victor's, both of which have wonderful specials
Dinner:
Freeman's - upscale and very stylish
Victor's - same, but more of a Palm Beach vibe
Red Inn - more rustic but amazing views, great porch and gardens
Local 186 (casual, burgers) - in town, outside and porch dining
the Mews - more fancy-pants, also featured on American Horror Story
Sal's - cash-only, homemade pasta, rustic but fun ambiance
Jimmy's Hideaway - waterfront, central to town, fantastic food
Joon - fine dining in an intimate environment
Canteen - casual, excellent lobster rolls, great roasted brussels
Breakfast/Brunch:
Heaven - central in-town, great food and drinks
Lunch:
Relish - closer to the west end, nice baked goods too
Waterfront cocktails:
Red Inn
Harbor Lounge - East End location with a pier connected to the bar leading into the harbor
Later cocktails:
Shipwreck
Provincetown Brewery at the Crown and Anchor
Wave Video Bar at the Crown and Anchor
Piano Bars:
Tin Pan Alley (downtown)
Dive Bar at the Crown and Anchor
Love Lounge at Gifford House
Going out - yes, pretty gay:
Gifford House
Anchor House (A-House)
Wave Bar