Cape Cod Wedding Ceremony Sites
Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard
Places on Cape Cod to get married
Cape Cod Beach Ceremonies
Orleans Wedding Ceremony Locations
Skaket Beach (Cape Cod Bay Side of Cape in Orleans)
Contact: Orleans Parks and Beaches Department
Photo by Amy Dykens
- $100.00 fee charged (Unless Orleans Resident then it is waived)
- Checks payable to the Town of Orleans.
- Applications must be submitted, including:
- Please fill out Application for Beach Use (pdf) and read Conditions for Beach Weddings in Orleans (pdf)
Current availability cannot be checked from the Town’s website
Best to call Sarah Smith for availability and specifics about having your Wedding Ceremony at Skaket Beach in Orleans.
Phone: (508) 240-3700 x 465
Fax: 508-240-3711
Location: 139 Main Street, Orleans, MA 02653
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Jonathan Young Windmill Park at Town Cove (Orleans)
Contact: Orleans Conservation Department
- Applicants must call Conservation Department to see if site is booked.
- No fee
- Cannot bar public from wandering on grounds (even during wedding)
- Must obtain activity form from Conservation Department
Currently availability cannot be checked from the Town’s website. You should call the Conservation Department to get any specific information.
Phone: (508) 240-3700 x 425
Fax: 508-240-3388
Location: Orleans Town Hall, 19 School Road, Orleans, MA 02653
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sandwich/Bourne Wedding Ceremony Locations
The Boardwalk (Sandwich)
Contact: Sandwich Natural Resources Department
You must complete a Coastal Access Application and send Letter of Request to Sandwich Natural Resources Department to make your request and apply for a wedding permit. Mail request to:
Sandwich Natural Resources Department
16 Jan Sebastion Drive
Sandwich, MA 02563
Phone: (508) 833-8054
You may visit the Sandwich Natural Resources Department Website to access the Coastal Access Application, maps, and general information.
Or email the Sandwich Natural Resources Department at: [email protected]
- $25 fee required.
- Beach Access Event Permits are issued on a first come first served basis.
- No weddings are permitted between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Photo taken in front of Sandwich Boardwalk by our good friend Virginia Lewis.
Hoxie House (Sandwich)
Hoxie House has side lawn overlooking a pond.
Photo by Tommy Tuttle.
- Wedding ceremonies are not permitted at either of the facilities, however wedding photographs are allowed to be taken at no charge.
- A Request for Permission Form must be submitted to the Sandwich Recreation Dept. for use of either property for wedding or family photographs.
- The Request Form and additional information is available on the Town website: www.sandwichrec.com
- It is suggested forms be submitted at least one month in advance of the date requested.
- A letter of permission will be sent out upon approval.
- Contact the Recreation Office 508-888-4361 or email [email protected] with any questions.
- During hours of operation for the Gristmill and Hoxie House, the facility will remain open to the general public and picture taking should not interfere or impact the regular daily business.
Hoxie House and Dexter Gristmill
Contact Information: Sandwich Recreation Dept.
34 Quaker Meetinghouse Road
P. O. Box 1336
Forestdale, MA 02644
Phone: 508-888-4361
Fax: 508-888-5884
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sandwichrec.com
Dexter Grist Mill (Sandwich)
Wedding ceremonies are not permitted at either of the facilities, however wedding photographs are allowed to be taken at no charge.
- A Request for Permission Form must be submitted to the Sandwich Recreation Dept. for use of either property for wedding or family photographs.
- The Request Form and additional information is available on the Town website: www.sandwichrec.com
- It is suggested forms be submitted at least one month in advance of the date requested.
- A letter of permission will be sent out upon approval.
- Contact the Recreation Office 508-888-4361 or email [email protected] with any questions.
- During hours of operation for the Gristmill and Hoxie House, the facility will remain open to the general public and picture taking should not interfere or impact the regular daily business.
Hoxie House and Dexter Gristmill
Contact Information: Sandwich Recreation Dept.
34 Quaker Meetinghouse Road
P. O. Box 1336
Forestdale, MA 02644
Phone: 508-888-4361
Fax: 508-888-5884
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sandwichrec.com
Gazebo in Buzzard’s Bay Park*
90 Main Street
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
- Permit needed and Reservations required.
- Must apply for and sign Use of Property Form
- Send Letter of Request to:
Contact: Bourne Town Administrator’s Office
24 Perry Avenue
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
Phone: (508) 759-0600
Find out availability and more at the Town of Bourne Website
Three Mile Look (Overlooking Cape Cod Canal)
29 Perry Avenue
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
- Three Mile Look site is for smaller wedding ceremonies only. Confirm size limit with town.
- Permit needed and reservations required.
- Must apply for and sign Use of Property Form
- Send Letter of Request to:
Contact: Bourne Town Administrator’s Office
24 Perry Avenue
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
Phone: (508) 759-0600
Find out availability and more at the Town of Bourne Website
Falmouth Wedding Ceremony Locations
Museums on the Green (Located near Village Green)
- The building is heated, air-conditioned and fully handicap-accessible.
- This venue is perfect for small to mid-sized weddings, lectures, and private get-togethers.
- For larger events, such as weddings, you can also rent the grounds, which includes ample room for tents. Maximum size is 100 guests.
- To find out more, such as rental prices, email Events and Rentals Manager Carolyn Tarr at [email protected] or call her at (508) 548-4857 x 20.
- The gardens provide a beautiful backdrop for small weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and other special Cape Cod events.
- The grounds can accommodate a large tent to shelter your outdoor event, making it a success rain or shine.
- Your guests will enjoy wandering through our gardens, which are maintained by the Falmouth Garden Club.
Phone: (508) 548-4857×20
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.museumsonthegreen.org
Nobska Lighthouse
(Overlooking Vineyard Sound in Falmouth)
- Ceremonies up to 30 people.
- Very limited parking in public lot only.
- One hour time limit.
- No facilities.
- Lighthouse not open for tours.
- No fee.
- Reservations for use best made in advance. Suggested to make plans 3 months to 1 year ahead.
The historic lighthouse and wedding ceremony location is now under the care of The Friends of Nobska Light
Website: http://www.friendsofnobska.org/weddings-&-Events
Once we discover a new contact we will be sure to post it.
Spohr Gardens (On the way to Woods Hole in Falmouth)
Particularly nice in the Spring and Summer!
- Small dock for Ceremonies.
- Overlooks Oyster Pond.
- Limited to 50 guests and under.
- Parking limited.
- Fee: $300 donation payable to Spohr Gardens Trust.
- Reservations for use best made in advance. Suggested to make plans 6 months to 1 year ahead.
Visit their website for details at: http://spohrgardens.org/
Phone: (508) 548-0623
Yarmouth Wedding Ceremony Locations
Gray’s Beach/Bass Hole
Pavilion (Site of Boardwalk with engraved planks)
Great view of Cape Cod Bay and Chapin Beach Dunes (East Dennis). Located at end of Center Street.
Contact: Yarmouth Recreation Department – Event Supervisor
- Call for availability and dates.
- Permit required and reservations required. Up to 75 guests.
- No alcohol allowed. One group permitted to use property at a time.
- Payment to “Yarmouth Recreation” to be made in full two weeks before the date of reservation. Check or Visa/MasterCard accepted.
- Deposit required to secure reservation
- Pavilion can be reserved between 10 am and dusk.
- $110 wedding fee or picnic fee.
Photo by Amy Dykens
You may email request to: [email protected]
You may also visit the Town’s website for more information.
Phone: (508) 398-2231 ex. 1521
Judah Baker Windmill (Overlooking Bass River in South Yarmouth)
Located on River Street in Bass River
Contact: Yarmouth Recreation Department – Event Supervisor
- $110.00 Wedding permit fee payable to “Yarmouth Recreation.”
- Deposit required to secure reservation.
- Small ceremonies only of groups of 20 or fewer.
- Very limited parking.
- No parking permitted on street, so you may consider small shuttle.
- No restrooms, port-a-john brought in during summer.
You may email request to: [email protected]
You may also visit the Town’s website for more information.
Phone: (508) 398-2231 ex. 1521
Lorusso Lodge at Flax Pond Recreation Area (Overlooking Flax Pond)
31 Dupont Avenue, off White’s Path
South Yarmouth, MA
Lorusso Lodge is open year-round for indoor/outdoor weddings and receptions of groups of 25-200.
Contact: Yarmouth Recreation Department – Event Supervisor
- Call or email for specific pricing and availability.
- Permit required and reservations required.
- One group permitted to use property at a time.
- Payment to “Yarmouth Recreation” to be made in full two weeks before date of reservation.
- Deposit required to secure reservation.
- In addition to one gazebo, two pavilions and several picnic grills, grounds include a tennis court, basketball court and softball field.
You may email request to: [email protected]
You may also visit the Town’s website for more information.
Phone: (508) 398-2231 ex. 1521
Yarmouth also offers wedding ceremony sites at the town beaches listed below:
- Parker’s River Gazebo
- Yarmouth Sailing Center
- Seagull Beach
- Bayview Beach
- Bass River Beach
- Seaview Beach
- South Middle Beach
All Yarmouth Wedding fees are $110.00. To Learn more about reserving a Yarmouth Beach location for your Cape Cod wedding ceremony please call (508) 398-2231 ex. 1521
Or email the Yarmouth Recreation Department.
Dennis Wedding Ceremony Locations
Scargo Tower (East Dennis) Overlooking Scargo Lake
Breathtaking view of Cape Cod Bay. On a clear day, Provincetown Monument is visible.
Scargo Tower on above left. View from tower on above right, overlooking Scargo Lake and Cape Cod Bay in the distance. Great sunsets here too on clear days.
- No fee.
- No permit required. However, it is important that you contact the town’s Natural Resources Department to receive permission and check availability.
- Site is limited to very small ceremonies, only several people.
- Parking limited too.
- Use of tower site is subject to when gate is open (Dennis Police Department opens and closes gate daily), which is typically during business hours.
Please email your plans to town’s Director of Natural Resources – Karen M. Johnson: [email protected]
Phone: 508-760-6123
Photos by Tom Tuttle.
Provincetown Wedding Ceremony Locations
Herring Cove Beach & Race Point Beach (Cape Cod National Seashore)
When telephoning, ask for Concession Management Specialist.
- Special use permit required. $50 fee.
- Securing beach location at least two months in advance should be okay.
Please email your requests to: [email protected]
Visit National Park Website at: https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm for more seashore locations and to find an application form.
Phone: (508) 957-0706
Grounds Surrounding Pilgrim Monument
(Usually evenings until 8pm)
Rent grounds for ceremony and reception for a fee (sliding scale).
- Best to call 6 months to 1 year in advance to reserve.
To find out more please visit website at: http://www.pilgrim-monument.org.
You may also email your inquiries to: [email protected]
Phone: (508) 487-1310
Eastham Wedding Ceremony Locations
First Encounter Beach
- Facility Use Permit Required.
- Fees vary. Deposits vary.
- Need department and/or Selectmen approval.
- Small ceremonies only.
- Parking very limited.
Contact: Recreation and Beach Department for preliminary information.
Phone: (508) 240-5974
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.eastham-ma.gov
Eastham Windmill
(Situated on small green with Gazebo)
- Facility Use Permit required.
- Fees vary. Deposits vary.
- Need department and/or Selectmen approval.
- Small ceremonies only.
- Parking very limited.
Contact: Recreation and Beach Department for preliminary information.
Phone: (508) 240-5974
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.eastham-ma.gov
Nauset Lighthouse Grounds (Cape Cod National Seashore – Eastham MA)
When telephoning, ask for Concession Management Specialist.
Inquiries must additionally be made with the Nauset Light Preservation Society to ensure there is no conflict with their programs.
- Special use permit required. $50 fee.
- Securing beach location at least two months in advance should be okay.
Please email your requests to: [email protected]
Visit National Park Website at: https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm for more seashore locations and to find an application form.
Phone: (508) 957-0706
Nauset Light Beach (Cape Cod National Seashore – Eastham MA)
When telephoning, ask for Concession Management Specialist.
- Special use permit required. $50 fee.
- Securing beach location at least two months in advance should be okay.
Please email your requests to: [email protected]
Visit National Park Website at: https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm for more seashore locations and to find an application form.
Phone: (508) 957-0706
Wellfleet Wedding Ceremony Locations
Marconi Beach (Cape Cod National Seashore)
When telephoning, ask for Concession Management Specialist.
- Special use permit required. $50 fee.
- Securing beach location at least two months in advance should be okay.
Please email your requests to: [email protected]
Visit National Park Website at: https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm for more seashore locations and to find an application form.
Phone: (508) 957-0706
Truro Wedding Ceremony Locations
Head of the Meadow Beach (Cape Cod National Seashore)
When telephoning, ask for Concession Management Specialist.
- Special use permit required. $50 fee.
- Securing beach location at least two months in advance should be okay.
Please email your requests to: [email protected]
Visit National Park Website at: https://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/special-use-permits.htm for more seashore locations and to find an application form.
Phone: (508) 957-0706
Martha’s Vineyard Wedding Ceremony Locations
Martha’s Vineyard Lighthouses
Wedding Ceremony sites available at three of the Vineyard’s historic lighthouses.
Edgartown Lighthouse ; East Chop Lighthouse ; and the Gay Head Lighthouse are available for wedding ceremonies and private events.
You may email the Museum for more information: Betsey Mayhew: [email protected]
Or visit the Martha’s Vineyard Museum website for more details: http://www.mvmuseum.org/
Phone: 508.627.4441
You make arrangements to use The Gay Head Lighthouse for your Martha’s Vineyard Wedding by emailing the Aquinnah Town Lighthouse Keeper, Richard Skidmore Email: [email protected]