Dennis Beaches

Sun, sand, and standout staff—it’s time to celebrate this week’s Gate Attendants and Lifeguards of the Week!

What an Incredible Day at Mayflower Beach!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this year’s Sand Sculpture Contest such a wonderful success!

First, we’d like to thank the Dennis Beach Committee for sponsoring this event, along with their incredible partners, the Friends of Dennis Recreation, the Dennis Chamber of Commerce, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to bring this fun community tradition to life. Your dedication and teamwork made this event possible.

A special thank you goes out to our generous local businesses for donating amazing prizes for our participants:

🍳 Breakfast Room
🍦 Cape Cod Creamery
🍔 Mayflower Beach Snack Bar
🍕 Paradise Pizza
🧘 Sasha’s Yoga & Massage Studio
🍨 What’s the Scoop Ice Cream
🌊 On Cape

Your generosity helped make the day even more exciting for all of our talented builders!

And finally, thank you to everyone who came out to participate, cheer on the contestants, and enjoy a beautiful morning at Mayflower Beach. From our youngest “Little Builders” to our creative families and advanced sculptors, your imagination, creativity, and community spirit were on full display. We loved seeing all of your incredible creations!

We can’t wait to see everyone back on the beach next year for another day of sand, sunshine, and unforgettable memories. 🌊🏰❤️

📸 Photos courtesy of Dennis Beaches staff member Nolan Morrell

Mark your calendars! 🗓️

The Dennis Beaches Annual Lifeguard Competition is happening Thursday, August 6th at 6:00 PM at West Dennis Beach!

Watch the Northside lifeguards take on the Southside lifeguards in an epic evening on the water.

FREE entry & FREE parking!

Pack a dinner, head to the beach, and show some love for our Dennis lifeguards! 🏊

The Town of Dennis is proud to offer free use of our beach wheelchairs to help make our beautiful beaches accessible for everyone.

*Motorized Beach Wheelchair*
(Corporation Beach only)
Our motorized beach wheelchair travels along the hard-packed sand access path at Corporation Beach, allowing individuals with mobility challenges to enjoy greater independence and easier access to the shoreline. The chair features easy-to-use joystick controls, a comfortable and supportive seat, and battery-powered operation for a smooth ride to the beach.

*Mobi-Beach Wheelchairs*
(Available at Mayflower, Corporation, and West Dennis Beaches)
Designed specifically for beach environments, Mobi-Chairs feature:
-Large balloon tires that roll easily over soft sand
-Amphibious design that floats in the water with assistance
-Stable, comfortable seating with supportive armrests
-Easy transfers for users and caregivers
-The ability to enjoy both the beach and the water safely

These accessibility resources help ensure that more residents and visitors can experience everything the Dennis beaches have to offer.

For reservations and additional information:
📞 Mayflower & Corporation Beaches: 508-385-1558
📞 West Dennis Beach: 508-760-6240

Everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy a day at the beach, and we’re proud to help make that possible!

The only thing better than the amazing weather we had this weekend is celebrating some of our amazing lifeguards and gate attendants! ☀️

Reminder! The Sand Sculpture Contest is right around the corner!

Don’t forget to grab your buckets and shovels! Join us on Sunday, August 2nd, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Mayflower Beach for a morning of sand, sun, and friendly creative competition!

Whether you’re building with the little ones or crafting a masterpiece, there’s a category for every age group:
🌟 Little Builders (Ages 3–6)
🎨 Rising Artists (Ages 7–11)
🛠️ Master Builders (Ages 12–15)
🏆 Advanced Builders (Ages 15+)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Community Creators (Families)

Plus, you could win awesome prizes generously donated by local favorites like Breakfast Room, Cape Cod Creamery, Mayflower Beach Snack Bar, Paradise Pizza, and Sasha’s Yoga & Massage Studio!

👉 Preregister now to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/2ewzxda3

📌 Friendly reminder: A valid beach sticker or daily parking pass is required.

Brought to you by the Dennis Beach Committee, Friends of Dennis Recreation, and the Dennis Chamber of Commerce. We can’t wait to see what you create! ☀️

The heart of any great department is its employees and we sure have some of the best! A special shoutout to our lifeguards and gate attendants of the week! ❤️☀️

What’s your favorite thing about the Dennis beaches?!

Is it the sunsets at Mayflower, an early morning walk, sandcastles with the kids, or just relaxing by the water?

We’d love to hear what keeps you coming back year after year!

👇 Leave a comment below, share a favorite beach photo, and tag a friend to see what they love most about the Dennis beaches!

We can’t wait to read your responses!