Fourth of July + Boston 250 Celebrations in and around the Neighborhood
The Fourth of July is on Saturday, and celebrations are taking place all week long! We’ve rounded up everything from fireworks to special events just for you! Happy Birthday, America! And it’s a big one – it’s the 250th Birthday of America! Wow! (Check back, as this list may be updated.)
Cookout
Are you hosting a backyard cookout for the Fourth of July? The Daily Market can help you with the meat you’re grilling, including hot dogs, hamburgers, steak tips, and more!
Beer + wine for your July Fourth celebrations
American Provisions will make sure that your July Fourth celebration has the perfect selection of wine and beer. AP Dorchester also offers meat and cheese boards, as well as desserts!
Boston Harborfest
Boston Harborfest, one of the country’s largest Fourth of July festivals, returns to Boston Harbor and Downtown Boston for its Boston 250 edition July 2-4. The long-running festival, celebrating Boston’s revolutionary history and its everyday vibrancy, will feature dozens of events and activities, including live entertainment, historical re-enactments, integration with U.S. Navy Week, fireworks, and more. The latest event schedule is now available at www.bostonharborfest.com.
Baby, You’re a Firework
On July 2nd, head to the Seaport District to see fireworks along the water via HarborFest around 9:15 p.m. Spots to watch – the Barking Crab, Envoy’s Outlook rooftop or Nautilus Pier 4. For a romantic pick – head to Mastro’s Ocean Club.
Boston 250
For all you history buffs who want to experience and honor the birthplace of the American Revolution, there’s an event for you! From reenactments to citywide celebrations, MeetBoston has a list of events that you can check out here.
The City of Boston announced Boston 250 Independence Day events, which you can check out here.
Tour250 – Take a Walk Through History: Tour250 Highlights 25 New Boston Neighborhood Markers – Get the details.
Lawn on D Fourth of July Celebration
Turn it around
USS Constitution is scheduled to go underway from Charlestown Navy Yard on July 4th at 10:00 a.m in honor of Independence Day! USS Constitution’s cruise will be viewable from the Boston Harborwalk, Castle Island, and Charlestown Navy Yard. There will fire a 21-gun salute viewable from Fort Independence on Castle Island at approximately 11:30 a.m. While you’re out at Castle Island, you might as well get some lunch or ice cream at Sullivan’s! The turnaround will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Free Admission to JFK Library + Museum
Enjoy free admission to the JFK Library and Museum from July 3- 5. You can learn more here.
Cisco Brewers Seaport
Cisco Brewers Seaport is celebrating Fourth of July Weekend from Thursday to Sunday with live music, food, drink specials, and more!
Park City is celebrating the Fourth of July
Thursday July 2, 2026
The Seven Wonders 8pm – 11pm
Friday July 3, 2026
MyStryde AM Class 6:30am – 8am
Dan Lyons Band 1pm – 4pm
DJ Fuerto 8:30pm – 11:30pm
Saturday July 4, 2026
Alec Mac 1pm – 4pm
Bobby Lombardi 8:30pm – 11:30pm
Sunday July 5, 2026
Overserved Again 1pm – 4pm
Yacht Rock Sunday with Blue Light Bandits 5pm – 8pm
Stars, Stripes, and Sinatra at the Supper Club at Capo
Sinatra Sunday is going patriotic and celebrating Independence Day on Sunday, July 5th – doors open at 5:30pm, show starts at 6:30pm. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live Sinatra classics, handcrafted cocktails, and all the Supper Club magic that makes Sundays at Capo so special. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or visiting Boston for the holiday weekend, there’s no better way to cap off your Fourth of July festivities. Make your reservation today!
Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
At 8pm on July 4th, the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will take place along the Esplanade, with a concert performance at the Hatch Shell. Hosted by Jane Lynch, the free outdoor event will feature musical performances by Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper, and Trombone Shorty, followed by a revolutionary-themed drone show and a massive fireworks display. Read this first!
How are you celebrating the Fourth?
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
