Dennis MA

The villages of East Dennis, Dennis and South Dennis feature scenic historic districts dating back to whaling days. Dennisport has several beaches stretching along Nantucket Sound. West Dennis Beach draws incredible crowds in the summer to its namesake village. Dennis has 16 total beaches on Nantucket Sound to the south and Cape Cod Bay to the north. Numerous recreation trails offer outdoor enjoyment, and well-developed business districts throughout town provide diverse shopping and modern conveniences.

This quiet community, incorporated in 1793, was named for Josiah Dennis, a local minister. Dennis was involved in maritime activities of the 1800s including whaling and the ship building. Dennis comes alive during the summer, with special events every week. Home to the nation's oldest summer theater, the Cape Playhouse, Dennis features varied seasonal activities with arts & craft shows, weekly outdoor concerts and Dennis Festival Days in August.