The Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival is an Annual Summer Garden Celebration, Showcasing Gardens and Plants of All Kinds Across Cape Cod. This Ten-day Festival's Main Attractions Are the Daily Tours of Private Gardens, Each Designed and Maintained by the Individual Homeowners and Carrying a Unique Charm. You Are Sure to Enjoy Such Eclectic Spaces, Not to Mention the Good Feeling of Supporting a Variety of Local Nonprofits Which Will Benefit From the Proceeds of Each Tour.

Gardens Are Only One Part of the Festival. Enjoy Workshops and Lectures Presented by Leading International Horticulturalists, Discover Promotions at Participating Nurseries and Home Centers, Take a Class to Learn Proper Hydrangea Pruning Techniques, or Even Watch a Painting Demonstration by Renowned Local Artists.

Schedule:

July 5, 2024

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 5, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

6:00pm-7:30pm - Hydrangea Fest Kickoff Party

Join Gardeners, Nonprofits, Sponsors, and Organizers of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival at Hyannis Country Garden for a Celebratory Kickoff Party

Location: Hyannis Country Garden, 380 West Main Street, Hyannis

July 5, 2024

11:00am-3:00pm - Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Days

Exciting One-day Events Held at Select Garden Centers That Share Our Enthusiasm for the Bloomin’ Easy Brand. Visitors Are Encouraged to Participate in Activities and Ask Questions About Our Plants. With Each Plant Purchase, Customers Will Be Entered Into a Draw to Win a $300 Gift Card to the Garden Center.

Location: Mahoney’s Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Day, 958 E Falmouth Hwy, East Falmouth

July 6, 2024

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 6, 2024

11:00am-3:00pm - Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Days

Exciting One-day Events Held at Select Garden Centers That Share Our Enthusiasm for the Bloomin’ Easy Brand. Visitors Are Encouraged to Participate in Activities and Ask Questions About Our Plants. With Each Plant Purchase, Customers Will Be Entered Into a Draw to Win a $300 Gift Card to the Garden Center.

Location: Agway of Cape Cod, Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Day, 3055, 686 Ma-134, South Dennis

July 6, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

3:00pm - Hydrangea Festival

Afternoon in the Hydrangeas With Natalie Carmolli

Location: Hyannis Country Garden, 380 West Main Street, Hyannis

July 6, 2024

10:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-3:00pm - Floral Painting Workshop

Join Well-known Artist, Jenny Faw, at Her Home on Little Creek Farm. These Two-hour Workshops for Beginners and Intermediate Painters Will Let You Will Go Home With Your Own Hydrangea Painting.

Location: Little Creek Farm, 560 Doane Road, Eastham

July 7, 2024

4:00pm - Cookbook Signing With Julia Dzafic

Cookbook Signing With Julia Dzafic (@lemonstripes) to Celebrate the Launch of Her New ‘garden Grown’ Cookbook.

Location: Red Jacket Beach Resort, 1 South Shore Drive, S. Yarmouth

July 7, 2024

11:00am-3:00pm - Hydrangea Festival

Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Day

Location: Hyannis Country Garden, 380 West Main Street, Hyannis

11:00am-3:00pm - Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Days

Exciting One-day Events Held at Select Garden Centers That Share Our Enthusiasm for the Bloomin’ Easy Brand. Visitors Are Encouraged to Participate in Activities and Ask Questions About Our Plants. With Each Plant Purchase, Customers Will Be Entered Into a Draw to Win a $300 Gift Card to the Garden Center.

Location: Hyannis Country Garden Bloomin’ Easy Garden Center Day, 380 W Main St, Hyannis

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 7, 2024

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 8, 2024

8:30am-12:30pm - Hydrangea University

Heritage Museums & Gardens and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society Are Pleased to Present the Annual Hydrangea University. Expert Speakers Will Inspire and Entertain While Increasing Your Knowledge of Hydrangeas.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

10:00am-2:00pm Hydrangea Festival Classes

Create Your Own Personalized Mosaic Terracotta.

Flowerpot: 2-session Class - Apply Tiles and Ceramics $70 Members/ $80 Nonmembers. A $10 Materials Fee is Due to the Instructor Upon Arrival.

Location: Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 8, 2024

11:00am- 8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 8, 2024

9:00am- 4:00pm - Hydrangea Fest Classes

Hydrangea Festival Photo Walk With Dave Mullen. Learn How to Take Close Ups of Hydrangeas Using Different Lenses. $175 to Register.

Location: Cape Cod Art Center, 3480 Main St, Barnstable

July 8, 2024

All Day - Hydrangea Gallery & Gifts Opening

Surround Yourself in Whimsical Creativity and Thoughtful Treasures at Hydrangea Gallery & Gifts. Enjoy Our Calming Space Immersed in Hydrangea Hues, Where Curated Art and Handcrafted Gifts Inspire and Delight.

Location: Hydrangea Gallery and Gifts, 835 Main Street, Osterville

July 9, 2024

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 9, 2024

11:00am- 8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties.

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

Location: 180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 9, 2024

6:00pm - Hydrangea Fest Classes

Hydrangea Paint Night With Karen Shortsleeve. Class Includes Canvas, Paints, Brushes, Wine and Snacks.

$50/members - $60 Nonmembers

Location: Cape Cod Art Center, 3480 Main St, Barnstable

July 10, 2024

10:00am-4:00pm Hydrangea Festival Historic Walking Tour of Historic Homes & Gardens

Tour Includes the Oldest Home on Cape Cod and the Famous Gristmill in Sandwich Village. Tickets, $30 Per Person.

Location: Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

11:00am & 3:30pm - Hydrangea Garden Tea Party

Each Guest Will Receive a Free Raffle Ticket to Win One of the Hydrangea Festival Prizes!

Location: the Dunbar House - 1 Water St, Sandwich

11:00am-4:00pm - Plein Air in the Park + Cape Cod Authors’ Book Signing Event

At Mill Creek Park Directly Across From Saa at Historic Town Hall. Saa Gift Shop Open, Too!

Location: Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich

July 10, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties.

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 10, 2024

10:00am-12:00pm - Hydrangea Fest Classes

Creative Hydrangea Photography With Bob Wheaton.

Learn How to Take Close Ups of Hydrangeas Using Different Lenses. $75 to Register.

Location: Cape Cod Art Center, 3480 Main St, Barnstable

July 10, 2024

4:30pm-6:00pm - Hydrangea Heroes With Natalie Carmolli

Natalie Carmolli From Proven Winners® Colorchoice® Shrubs Will Share How Advances in Hydrangea Breeding Make New Hydrangea Hybrids Faster, Stronger, and More Beautiful.

Price: $10 Member/$15 Nonmembers.

Location: Highfield Hall and Gardens, 56 Highfield Drive, Falmouth

July 10, 2024

10:00am-4:00pm - the Blue Bash

A Curated Pop & Shop of Hydrangea and Classic Coastal Art and Artisans to Celebrate the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival.

Location: Red Jacket Beach Resort, 1 South Shore Drive, S. Yarmouth

July 10, 2024

11:00am-2:00pm - Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod Tours

The Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod is Both Public and Private Pesticide Free Corridors of Native Plants That Provide Nutrition and Habitat for Pollinating Insects and Birds. Even the Smallest Green Spaces, Like Flower Boxes, Patio Pots and Curb Strips, Can Be Part of a Pathway. There Are Over 300 Private Gardens Registered on the Map. While You Are in the Towns of Harwich, Orleans and Sandwich There Will Be Public Gardens That Are on the Tour and Will Have Docents at the Gardens to Talk to You About How to Build a Pollinator Friendly Garden.

Location: Orleans Village Green - Next to Snows Library, 67 Main St. Orleans

July 11, 2024

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 11, 2024

11:00am- 8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties.

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 11, 2024

11:00am-2:00pm - Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod Tours

The Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod is Both Public and Private Pesticide Free Corridors of Native Plants That Provide Nutrition and Habitat for Pollinating Insects and Birds. Even the Smallest Green Spaces, Like Flower Boxes, Patio Pots and Curb Strips, Can Be Part of a Pathway. There Are Over 300 Private Gardens Registered on the Map. While You Are in the Towns of Harwich, Orleans and Sandwich There Will Be Public Gardens That Are on the Tour and Will Have Docents at the Gardens to Talk to You About How to Build a Pollinator Friendly Garden.

Location: Orleans Village Green - Next to Snows Library, 67 Main St. Orleans

July 11, 2024

11:00am-1:00pm - Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod Tours

The Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod is Both Public and Private Pesticide Free Corridors of Native Plants That Provide Nutrition and Habitat for Pollinating Insects and Birds. Even the Smallest Green Spaces, Like Flower Boxes, Patio Pots and Curb Strips, Can Be Part of a Pathway. There Are Over 300 Private Gardens Registered on the Map. While You Are in the Towns of Harwich, Orleans and Sandwich There Will Be Public Gardens That Are on the Tour and Will Have Docents at the Gardens to Talk to You About How to Build a Pollinator Friendly Garden.

Location: Thompson’s Field - Harwich

July 11, 2024

11:00am-2:00pm - the Colorful World of Hydrangeas

11:00am: Talk With Joan Harrison With Q&a, Author of “the Colorful World of Hydrangeas”.

11:45am: Walk Through Hydrangeas With Matt From Prides Corner Arrangements With Hydrangeas Workshop.

Location: Beacon Gardens, 182 Osterville West Barnstable Rd, Osterville

July 11, 2024

10:00am - All You Need to Know About Hydrangeas

Join Jennifer Floyd, Ponderosa Garden Center Plant Manager for This Informative Talk and Have Your Questions Answered.

Location: Ponderosa Garden Center, 4850 State Hwy 6, Eastham

July 12, 2024

10:00am-2:00pm - Hydrangea Festival Classes

Create Your Own Personalized Mosaic Terracotta.

Flowerpot: 2-session Class - Add Grout

$70 Members/ $80 Nonmembers. A $10 Materials Fee is Due to the Instructor Upon Arrival.

Location: Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Strooll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 12, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

5:00pm - Hydrangea Festival

Virtual Hydrangea Happy Hour With C.L. Fornar

Location: Hyannis Country Garden, 380 West Main Street, Hyannis

July 12, 2024

11:00am-12:00pm and 2:00pm-3:00pm - Sculpture Garden Tour

Visitors Are Welcome to Self-tour Yasuna Denny Sculpture Garden and Beautiful Grounds Featuring Hydrangeas and Other Flowering Plants or With a Museum Docent. Museum Hours: 10am - 4pm: Included With Your Paid Admission. Adults: $10. Seniors: $8

Location: Cape Cod Museum of Art, 60 Hope Lane, Dennis

July 13, 2024

9:30am-11:30am - Hydrangea Festival Classes

Mixed Media Hydrangea Workshop With Jacqui Hawk

Sandwich Arts Alliance, 130 Main Street, Sandwich

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Stroll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 13, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 13, 2024

10:30am-2:00pm - Hydrangea Fest Classes

Painting Hydrangeas With Sissi Sneve-schultze.

Painting Workshop Using Hydrangeas as the Model. $150 to Register.

Location: Cape Cod Art Center, 3480 Main St, Barnstable

4:30pm-6:30pm - Hydrangea Art Soiree

Cocktail Party With Music, Sale, Auction of Painting and Painting Demo.

$35 Per Person

Location: Cape Cod Art Center, 3480 Main St, Barnstable

July 13, 2024

10:00am-4:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Artisans Faire. Featuring Local Artists Who Specialize in Garden Inspired High Quality Crafts, Handmade Items and Original Art in All Media.

Location: Soares Flower Garden Nursery, East Falmouth

July 14, 2024

10:00am-4:00pm - Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod Tours

The Pollinator Pathway Cape Cod is Both Public and Private Pesticide Free Corridors of Native Plants That Provide Nutrition and Habitat for Pollinating Insects and Birds. Even the Smallest Green Spaces, Like Flower Boxes, Patio Pots and Curb Strips, Can Be Part of a Pathway. There Are Over 300 Private Gardens Registered on the Map. While You Are in the Towns of Harwich, Orleans and Sandwich There Will Be Public Gardens That Are on the Tour and Will Have Docents at the Gardens to Talk to You About How to Build a Pollinator Friendly Garden.

Location: Oak Crest Cove Gardens, Sandwich

10:00am-5:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Tour Through the Grounds to Discover More About Heritage’s Eight Species of Hydrangeas and Over 170 Exceptional Cultivars. Stroll Through the Newly Expanded North American Hydrangea Test Garden and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society’s Superb Display Garden.

Location: Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove Street, Sandwich

July 14, 2024

11:00am-8:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangea Happenings Every Day at the Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

Location: Hyannis Hyarts Artist Shanties

51 Ocean Street-harbor Overlook, Hyannis

180 Ocean Street-bismore Park, Hyannis

July 14, 2024

1:00pm-2:00pm - Hydrangea Fest

Hydrangeas and Companion Plants With Natalie Carmolli

Location: Soares Flower Garden Nursery, East Falmouth

Date: July 5-14, 2024

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