Harborfest
2024-07-01 - 2024-07-06 | Christopher Columbus Park, 100 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA, 02110, United States
Boston Harborfest is a proud tradition celebrating Boston’s maritime and revolutionary history.

Concord 4th of July
2024-07-04 | Old North Bridge, Old North Bridge, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Celebrating 4th of July in the city of Concord

Boston 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | City Hall Plaza, City Hall Square 1, Boston, MA, 02108, United States
Start your July 4th Holiday by observing the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts (AHAC) Fourth of July Parade.
The parade stops at the Granary Burying Ground on Tremont Street to allow officers and officials to lay wreaths at the graves of the patriots. Interred on the site are three signers of the Declaration of Independence–John Hancock, Samuel Adams and Robert Treat Paine. Paul Revere, Peter Faneuil, Benjamin Franklin’s parents and the Boston Massacre victims graves are also here.
The reading of the Declaration of Independence dates back to July 18, 1776, when Colonel Thomas Crafts, a member of the A&HAC, performed this duty for the first time.

Boston Reading of the Declaration of Independence
2024-07-04 10:00 - 10:30 | Old State House, 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
The Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Boston, MA is a cherished tradition that brings history to life. Held annually, this event gathers crowds in historic locations such as Faneuil Hall or the Old State House to witness the powerful words of the founding document being recited. With passionate speakers and a reverent atmosphere, this reading commemorates the spirit of liberty and serves as a reminder of the ideals that shaped the nation’s journey towards independence.

Boston 4th of July Celebration
2024-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Old State House, 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, 02109, United States
celebrate july 4th in boston: parade, reading of declaration of independence, pops and fireworks

Lincoln 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 10:40 - 11:30 | Lincoln Town Hall, 16 Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA, 01773, United States
Leaving from Ballfield Road, past Town Offices and Back

Arlington 4th of July Celebration
2024-07-04 18:00 | Robbins Farm Park, 61 Eastern Avenue, Arlington, MA, 02476, United States
Our Independence Day Celebration starts at 6:00 pm, our favorite Oldies Band, The Reminisants will entertain us once again! Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner for our traditional FREE Concert and be prepared to DANCE! It’s as American as Apple Pie (and Pizza Pie), so of course we’ll have some for sale along with drinks.
Get your seats on the hill. After the music we’ll be showing the BOSTON POPS ESPLANADE CONCERT and BOSTON FIREWORKS broadcast Live on the BIG SCREEN.

Lexington 4th of July Reading of the Declaration of Independence.
2024-07-04 19:00 - 20:15 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, 02421, United States
This dramatic presentation, created by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, aims to find out how our local towns read and reacted to the Declaration of Independence.

Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
2024-07-04 20:00 - 23:00 | Hatch Memorial Shell, Storrow Drive, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, United States
The Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular is returning for 2024!
The Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular is slated to take place at the Hatch Memorial Shell on the Esplanade starting at 8:00pm. Keith Lockhart will lead a program featuring the Boston Pops orchestra with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and R&B/soul singer Darlene Love, along with headliner Broadway star Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”, “Kiss Me Kate”), and the Americana group The Mavericks. Special guests also include the Singing Sergeants from the United States Air Force Band.
The concert ends at 10:30pm with a fireworks display from 10:30-11pm (subject to change).
Photos by Michael Blanchard
