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Here is our list of the Top 10 Things To Do In July on Cape Cod

• July 4th -  Falmouth - "Travel & Leisure Magazine" named these fireworks as
                     one of their top 10. About 50,000 people line the 6 miles of beaches
                     and the north shore of Martha's Vineyard to see the spectacular
                     display totally funded by the local community since 1980. In 2009
                     the event will celebrate the 150th birthday of native daughter and
                     composer of "America The Beautiful", Katharine Lee Bates.
                     Rain date - usually the next day.

• Any Day -  Head to the beach! - Featuring some of the nicest beaches, this is
                       one of the quintessential Cape Cod experiences. Beautiful sand and
                       warm temperatures offer the opportunity for fun and relaxation. Grab
                       your sunscreen, beach chair and umbrella and let your cares drift
                       away.

• Mid-July     Barnstable County Fair - East Falmouth - What started as an
                       annual agricultural exhibit in 1844 is now a 9 day event that includes
                       live concerts, crafts, rides & games, food, animal shows, demolition
                       derby, horticulture exhibits, commercial vendors and more.

• July 3-5 -    By The Bays 4th of July Fine Arts & Crafts Show - Brewster -
                       Find everything from a delicate watercolor that accents a room to a
                       piece of sturdy handcrafted furniture. Other items on hand include
                       jewelry, pottery, clothing and stained glass. Go shopping at this
                       unique event during a Cape Cod vacation and find some great
                       souvenirs.

• Evenings - Cape Cod Baseball - One of the premier leagues for college players,
                       there is at least one game every night during the season. Enjoy a
                       great  American past time and watch a future major league star. 

• All July -   Walk The Long Pond Wild Life Sanctuary - Barnstable - Visit this
                     110 acre haven in Long Pond Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the beauty
                      and abundance of life in the ponds and fields of Cape Cod. Early July
                      brings many different species of butterflies and dragonflies along with
                      other native wildlife.

• Daily -         Bike The Rail Trail - A great activity for all ages the Cape Cod rail
                       trail was built mostly along an old train track path. There are many
                       places to access the trail and bike rentals throughout the Cape.
   

• Shopping - Main Street Chatham - Browse the many shops along Main Street
                       and finish up the day by attending the band concert at Gould Park.

• Friday
  Evenings-  Chatham Band Concerts - Kate Gould Park Band Stand - Held 
                       every Friday in July through Labor Day weekend from 8-9:30 PM.
                       A wonderful way to relax and enjoy the evening. Get there early to
                       claim a spot for your blanket or chairs.

• Route 6a - Meander Along Route 6a - Stop and visit shops or just enjoy looking
                       at the colonial architecture of some of the old buildings. Check out a
                       roadside produce stand and pick up some sweet corn-on-the-cob and
                       fresh native vegetables for your dinner. There is an old windmill in
                       Brewster along with some beautiful water front homes and lodging.