Sail Boston 2026 Meet Boston Parade of Sail
2026-07-11 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Boston Harbor, Long Wharf 66, Boston, Massachusetts, 02110, United States
The Grand Parade of Sail will highlight the day’s activities as vessels parade in flotillas from Broad Sound into the main channel of Boston Harbor turning at Charlestown, before proceeding to their assigned berthing areas. Public viewing of the parade will be spectacular from Castle Island, the Seaport District, the Boston Waterfront, East Boston, the North End, and Charlestown.

Sail Boston 2026 Crew & Cadet Street Parade
2026-07-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Leader Bank Pavilion, at 290 Northern Avenue, Northern Avenue 290, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
On Monday, July 13, 2026, a Crew and Cadet Parade will take place to welcome sailors from around the world to Boston. Marching bands and cadets from the visiting ships will parade along Seaport Boulevard starting at the Leader Bank Pavilion, at 290 Northern Avenue, and concluding at Christopher Columbus Park, in the North End of Boston. This year, approximately 1,000 participants are expected to march the 1.3 mile route.

Vineyard Preservation Trust: Presidents for Kids at The Carnegie
2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:00 | The Carnegie Heritage Center, Edgartown, MA, North Water Street 58, Edgartown, Massachusetts, 02539, United States
Join us in Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard, at The Carnegie Heritage Center for a free, family-friendly interactive program introducing children to presidential history with Presidents For Kids founder, Dan Scudder. Presidents For Kids publishes fun and educational activity books for kids ages 5-10, with series topics including Presidents, First Ladies, National Parks, and more. Drop by to learn fun facts about presidential history, connect with the story of America’s 250th anniversary, and sample the Presidents For Kids activity book series.

Revolutionary Quincy Women
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Historic New England – Quincy House, Muirhead Street 20, Quincy, Massachusetts, 02170, United States
This special tour looks at the years leading up to and during the American Revolution through the eyes and words of the women of the Quincy family. Through their letters and diaries, learn how the war affected the day-to-day lives of the family of Josiah and Ann Quincy, including their daughters Hannah, Betsy, and Nancy, and daughter-in-law Abigail. The high social standing of the Quincy family and their many connections meant these women interacted with well-known figures like John and Abigail Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and the Marquis de Lafayette. Discover how this historic time affected the legacy that future generations of Quincy women would shape and protect.
Historic New England Members $15; Nonmembers $20.
Please call (617) 994-5930 for more information.
Accessibility Considerations: There are two flights on stairs on this tour.

Fanfare for the Founders: Memorial Hall Library
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Memorial Hall Library, North Main Street 2, Andover, Massachusetts, 01810, United States
Pianist D.J. Cleavinger performs a program of all-American classical music with works from Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, “Blind Tom” Wiggins. Featuring the UNPUBLISHED Piano Sonata of Aaron Copland!

Fanfare for the Founders: Memorial Hall Library
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Memorial Hall Library, North Main Street 2, Andover, Massachusetts, 01810, United States
Pianist D.J. Cleavinger performs a piano recital of all-American classical music, ranging from Bach to Gershwin to MacDowell. He will also feature the UNPUBLISHED Piano Sonata by Aaron Copland.

Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
2026-07-11 14:00 - 2026-09-27 15:30 | Vincent House, Main Street 99, Edgartown, Massachusetts, 02539, United States
Meet historian Norah Van Riper in Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard, for Independence on Foot, a spirited walking tour exploring Martha’s Vineyard’s revolutionary past. Beginning at the Vincent House Museum, this 90-minute walking tour connects Edgartown sites, stories, and civic ideals – bringing the Island’s role in the American Revolution and its independent spirit to life. Participating families receive a President’s for Kids activity book.

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams
2026-07-11 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-07-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Colonial Chorus Players (Reading), Main Street 1149, Reading, Massachusetts, 01867, United States
Free Admission!
Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos
Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail
Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau
Featuring:
Katie Broach and Jim Hunt
Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio
Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois

Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music
2026-07-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Charlemont Federated Church, Main Street 175, Charlemont, MA, 01339, United States
Founded in 1970, this chamber-music series takes advantage of the acoustically excellent sanctuary of the Charlemont Federated Church and celebrates music old and new. This year in honor of the nation’s birthday, each concert will feature at least one piece by an American composer.

A Stake in the Ground: 1774
2026-07-11 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-12 14:30 - 16:30 | historic deerfield, 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 01342, United States
Staged at Historic Deerfield, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays, set in Deerfield, MA, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.
In the summer of 1774, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions, tangled family relations, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America.
Produced by Plays in Place, written by Talya Kingston, Valyn Lyric Turner, and Patrick Gabridge, and directed by Brianna Sloane, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past, including outside the Ashley House, the Allen House, and the Stebbins House.
Location & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774, including the Ashley House, the Allen House, and the Stebbins House. *
Weather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center.
Accessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces.
Join us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!

Sail Boston Fireworks
2026-07-11 20:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 20:30 - 22:00 | Fan Pier, Boston Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Fireworks will illuminate Boston Harbor and the Tall Ships below twice during Sail Boston. The fireworks will launch from a barge located off of Boston’s Fan Pier.

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
2026-07-12 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-07-13 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-07-14 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-07-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center, Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, 02110, United States
Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district, offering exceptional views throughout.
This small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping, fishing, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce, tourism, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure, greenspace, and public access.
Hub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.

Rum, Ropes & Stories
2026-07-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Renaissance Boston Seaport District, Congress Street 606, Boston, Massachusetts, 02210, United States
Set sail for an evening of local discovery as the Renaissance Boston Seaport District invites you to explore the stories behind Boston’s historic harbor.
On Monday, July 13 from 5–7 PM, gather in Capiz, where a local historian will bring Boston’s maritime past to life—timed with the excitement of Tall Ships arriving in the city. From working waterfronts to global voyages, uncover the stories woven into the ropes and sails of Boston’s seafaring legacy.
Sip along the way with a curated rum tasting experience from Bully Boy Distillers, alongside themed cocktails inspired by the sea. To complement the journey, enjoy a Peruvian-inspired menu—reflecting the hotel’s pairing with Peru’s majestic tall ship and the global spirit of the harbor.
Event Details
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Capiz at Renaissance Boston Seaport District
Admission: Complimentary for storytelling experience
Food & Beverage: Available for purchase
Come for the stories, stay for the flavors, and leave with a new perspective on Boston’s waterfront.

The Aspirations of Ordinary People - Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective
2026-07-14 08:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-15 08:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-16 08:00 - 14:00 | North Andover Historical Society, 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, 01845, United States
The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality and justice. Their ideals and aspirations are the standards by which we measure our progress today.
Come discover the amazing stories brought to life at the North Andover Historical Society (NAHS) through REV250, a series of programs and exhibits dedicated to the American Revolution.
The exhibit will be open every week, Tuesday through Saturday, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Please check the website for more information.

Sail Boston Cup
2026-07-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Lopresti Park, Sumner Street 33, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
In honor of the FIFA Wold Cup being played at Boston Stadium, the Navy Tall Ship Crew and Cadets will play in a competitive 5 versus 5 Soccer Tournament in East Boston.

Vineyard Preservation Trust: 250 Years Later: Thoughts on the American Revolution with Nathaniel Philbrick
2026-07-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Vineyard Preservation Trust, Old Whaling Church, Main Street 89, Edgartown, Massachusetts, 02539, United States
Presented by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum and the Vineyard Preservation Trust, join acclaimed historian and bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick for an evening at the Old Whaling Church. Known for works such as Bunker Hill, Valiant Ambition, and In the Heart of the Sea, Philbrick brings fresh perspective to the American Revolution 250 years on. With an introduction by Maritime Historian, Matthew Stackpole.

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams
2026-07-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-15 19:30 - 21:30 | 51 Walden Performing Arts Center, Walden Street 51, Concord, MA, 01742, United States

Vineyard Preservation Trust: A Revolution Worn: Clothing that Marked Cultural Change in America
2026-07-15 16:00 - 17:30 | The Carnegie Heritage Center, North Water Street 58, Edgartown, Massachusetts, 02539, United States
Join us at the Carnegie Heritage Center, Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard, for A Revolution Worn. From revolutionary-era liberty caps to modern protest fashion, this illustrated talk with live models explores how clothing and etiquette have expressed cultural change across 250 years of American history. Presented by protocol expert Sharon-Frances “Shances” Moore, the program reveals how what we wear reflects evolving social values.

Lost Liberties - Broken Promises
2026-07-16 10:00 - 2026-12-31 16:00 | Golden Ball Tavern Museum, Boston Post Road 662, Weston, Massachusetts, 02493, United States
” Lost Liberties – Broken Promises” a yearlong exhibit focusing on the enslaved, indigenous, displaced Loyalists, and veterans of Weston who were on the wrong side of history.

Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution
2026-07-16 13:00 - 2026-09-05 16:00 | Jericho Historical Center, Old Main Street 90, Dennis, Massachusetts, 02670, United States
School lessons about the American Revolution often focus on the Boston Tea Party—but far fewer people learn about the importance of salt.
Cod fishing, Cape Cod’s biggest industry, relied on salt for preserving fish for export. British blockades, designed to cripple coastal communities, were preventing salt being imported.
In response, colonists relied on the sun and their ingenuity. Captain John Sears of Dennis designed the first saltworks, using solar evaporation to produce the salt essential for preserving fish and eliminating the dependance on imported goods.
At the Jericho Historical Center discover the history of the first saltworks, explore a detailed model, see a demonstration of solar evaporation, and view photographs and early artifacts.
In addition, tour an historic full cape house built in 1801, and occupied by the Baker family until 1955, containing 19th century furnishings, textiles, paintings and keepsakes. In the barn, tools and equipment from the 1800s are displayed, as well as a carriage that raced at Riverside Trotting Park. The General Store is a reminder of the important role such gathering places played in the community’s economic and social life. Of special interest is the cranberry exhibit which tells the 200-year-old story of cranberry cultivation; an industry that began in Dennis in 1816!
