Lighting of the Pilgrim Monument

Provincetown knows how to light up a night, and the annual Lighting of the Pilgrim Monument is one of its brightest traditions. Each November, the iconic tower illuminates the Cape Cod skyline, kicking off the holiday season with a little history and plenty of hometown spirit. The celebration commemorates the Mayflower’s arrival in Provincetown Harbor, where the Pilgrims spent several weeks and signed the Mayflower Compact before continuing to Plymouth. It’s a free community tradition that brings locals and visitors together for a little seasonal magic. Who says Ptown only knows how to sparkle in summer?