Love Local Fest Returns to Cape Cod on September 27, 2026

Looking for a fun thing to do on Cape Cod in September? Mark your calendar for one of the best local shopping events of the fall! Love Local Fest returns to Aselton Park in Hyannis on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 11 AM to 5 PM for a full day celebrating Cape Cod’s small businesses, makers, artists, food vendors, and community.

Set along the beautiful Hyannis Harbor, the September Love Local Fest is the perfect way to spend a fall Sunday on Cape Cod. The event is free and open to the public and brings together nearly 100 Cape Cod artists, makers, brands, farmers, and small businesses.

🛍️ Shop Local on Cape Cod

If you love finding things that you won’t see in every big-box store, this is an event to put on your September calendar.

The Love Local Fest is all about shopping local on Cape Cod and discovering unique products made by people who live and work here. From handmade goods and art to gifts, clothing, accessories, home items, food, and more, it’s a great opportunity to meet local makers and support Cape Cod’s small-business community.

And honestly, September is a pretty perfect time for it.

The summer crowds are starting to thin out, the weather can be gorgeous, and Cape Cod begins that shift into its cozy fall season. Instead of rushing through the Cape on a packed summer weekend, September is a great time to slow down, explore Hyannis, grab lunch, do a little shopping, and enjoy the waterfront.

🍂 Make a Fall Day of It on Cape Cod

Plan to spend the day in Hyannis and turn the Love Local Fest into a Cape Cod fall day trip.

Start with the festival at Aselton Park, browse the local vendors, listen to live music, grab something to eat, and then explore downtown Hyannis before or after the event.

The September Fest will feature local food and drink vendors, live entertainment, kids’ activities, and a beverage garden featuring local beer, wine, and other drinks.

The 2026 music lineup includes Eddie & Nikki Childs, Lava Bomb, Natalia Bonfini, and Cape Connection.

There will also be plenty of food options, including burgers, waffles, macarons, cookies, coffee, smoothies, ice cream, and more.

❤️ Why Shopping Local Matters

Events like Love Local Fest are more than just a fun day out. They give Cape Cod residents and visitors a chance to put their dollars directly into the hands of local artists, makers, farmers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.

Love Live Local is a nonprofit organization focused on strengthening Cape Cod’s local economy and encouraging people to think local first.

So when you’re looking for things to do on Cape Cod this fall, consider swapping some of the usual shopping for something made right here.

Buy the Cape Cod-made candle.

Pick up the handmade jewelry.

Find that piece of art you absolutely don’t need but completely love.

Grab a gift for someone back home.

And maybe grab something for yourself, too. 😉

That’s the fun of shopping local—you never quite know what you’ll find.

📅 Love Local Fest September 2026

📍 Where: Aselton Park, Hyannis, MA
📅 When: Sunday, September 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 11 AM–5 PM
💰 Admission: FREE
🌊 Location: Along Hyannis Harbor
🐕 Dogs: Leashed dogs are welcome
☔ Weather: The event is rain or shine unless there is extreme weather.

There is no parking directly at Aselton Park, but several public parking lots are located nearby. Visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or beach chairs since the park does not have traditional seating.

🍁 More September Things to Do on Cape Cod

September is one of my favorite times to explore Cape Cod. Beyond Love Local Fest, it’s a great month for fall festivals, farmers markets, local shopping, art shows, outdoor activities, beach days, scenic drives, restaurants, and exploring Cape Cod’s small towns.

The best part? You can still get that Cape Cod feeling without the height-of-summer crowds.

So grab your friends, bring the family, bring the dog, and make a day of it.

Come for the Love Local Fest. Stay for the local shopping, food, music, harbor views, and all the reasons we love Cape Cod. ❤️

It’s a bummer there is no parking on site at Aselton Park, but there are many public parking lots located very close to the event, where you can park for up to 6 hours.

Upcoming Craft Fairs on Cape Cod this summer-

Sandwich Artisans Fine Art & Craft Shows Multiple shows thru October
A Different Drummer Art & Craft Fair Harwich
By the Bay Fine Art & Craft Show Brewster
Hyannis HyArts Artist Shanties
Chatham Arts & Crafts Festival
Love Local Fest Summer  in Hyannis MA
A Different Drummer Art & Craft Fair Brewster
Brewster Summer Arts & Craft Festival
Kill Tide Arts and Craft Festival