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SUMMARY:Townsend Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Townsend has always been a community that honors its past while looking toward the future\, and now we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate both. As our nation marks America’s 250th birthday\, Townsend has been hosting a series of events that will lead up to a grand finale: a 250th Anniversary Parade and Old Home Day Celebration on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026.  This date is special because on June 20\, 1776\, Townsend voted to support our country’s independence. \nThis will be more than just a parade. It will be a hometown celebration of who we are\, where we’ve come from\, and the people who make this community strong. The parade will start from Scales Lane at 11:00 a.m.\, travel down Main Street\, and end at the Town Common\, where the Old Home Day festivities will continue with games\, local food\, and displays such as antique cars.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/townsend-celebrates-americas-250th-birthday/
LOCATION:Townsend Common\, 2 School St\, Townsend\, MA 01469\, School Street 2\, Townsend\, Massachusetts\, 01469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,July 4th,Outdoors,Parades
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SUMMARY:Blandford's Happy Birthday America 250 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating Independence Day a whole week early with two days of fireworks\, music\, food\, history\, hometown pride\, and family fun!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/blandfords-happy-birthday-america-250-celebration/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Blandford Fairgrounds\, 10 North Street\, Blandford\, 01008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,Outdoors,Parades
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blandford Historical Society":MAILTO:wendy@ironblender.com
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SUMMARY:American250 Sturbridge\, Mass Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence in Sturbridge with a full day of community spirit\, history\, and fun! \nThe Sturbridge America250 Parade steps off at 10:30 AM from the Old Sturbridge Village Museum Education parking lot. The route will start at the corner of Stallion Hill Road and Route 20\, continue east Route 20\, up to Route 131\, and conclude at the Town Common. \nEnjoy a lively lineup featuring marching bands\, entertainers\, antique cars\, and creative floats from local businesses and community groups. The parade will be emceed by Bill Emrich\, with Grand Marshal Bob Briere\, the town’s beloved historian\, and Guest of Honor Virginia Jalbert\, Sturbridge’s oldest resident at 101. \nCommunity members are encouraged to join in! Businesses\, organizations\, and individuals can participate with floats\, vintage vehicles\, or as marchers. Children are invited to decorate their bikes or scooters and ride in the parade (helmets required; a parent or guardian must walk alongside). \nTo participate\, email sturbridge250@gmail.com. \nFollowing the parade\, head to the Town Common at 1pm for a festive celebration featuring historical reenactors\, live entertainment\, patriotic music\, a reading of the Declaration of Independence\, a cherry pie eating contest\, family-friendly activities\, and food trucks.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american250-sturbridge-mass-parade/
LOCATION:Town of Sturbridge\, Stallion Hill Road 20\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Outdoors,Parades
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SUMMARY:Blandford's Happy Birthday America 250 Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating Independence Day a whole week early with two days of fireworks\, music\, food\, history\, hometown pride\, and family fun!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/blandfords-happy-birthday-america-250-celebration/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Blandford Fairgrounds\, 10 North Street\, Blandford\, 01008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,Outdoors,Parades
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