Fourth of July Celebrations in the Neighborhood 2024

July 4th is Thursday and celebrations are happening all weekend! We’ve rounded up everything from fireworks to special events, just for you! Happy Birthday, America! (Check again, (as this list is subject to update.)

Barbecue

Are you having a backyard meal for the fourth? The Daily Market can help you with the meat you’re grilling, including hot dogs, burgers, steak tips and more!

Beer + Wine for Your 4th of July Celebrations

American Provisions will ensure your 4th of July celebration is complemented by the perfect selection of wines and beers. AP Dorchester also offers charcuterie and cheese platters as well as desserts!

Boston Harbor Festival

Boston Harborfest, one of the nation’s largest Fourth of July festivals, returns to Boston Harbor and downtown Boston for its 42nd year.^n/a edition from July 1 to 4. This long-running festival, which celebrates Boston’s revolutionary history and everyday vibrancy, will feature dozens of events and activities, including live performances, historical re-enactments, integration with US Navy Week, fires fireworks and much more. The most up-to-date schedule of events is now available at www.bostonharborfest.com.

Take a Historical Walk – Taxes, Liberty, Independence

“Taxes, freedom, independence” What does this mean along the Boston waterfront and beyond? Join Friends of the Boston Harborwalk and Liz Nelson Weaver, Tuesday July 2 at 5:30 p.m.. for a one-hour tour of the waterfront district to explore Revolutionary War themes. The tour begins promptly at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Greenway. Registration required.

Baby you are fireworks

On Saturday, July 2, head to the Seaport District to watch waterfront fireworks via HarborFest around 9:30 p.m. Barking crab, Envoy Outlook Roof Or Cisco Brewers Pop-upFor a romantic choice, go to Mastro’s Ocean Club.

Return it

The USS Constitution is scheduled to depart from the Charlestown Navy Yard on July 4th at 10:00 a.m. in honor of Independence Day! The USS Constitution cruise will be visible from the Boston Harborwalk, Castle Island, and Charlestown Navy Yard. There will be a 21-gun salute visible from Fort Independence on Castle Island at approximately 11:30 a.m. While you’re at Castle Island, you might as well grab some lunch or ice cream at Sullivan’s! The move will commemorate the 248th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular

On July 4 at 8 p.m., the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will take place along the Esplanade, with a concert at the Hatch Shell. Musical guests include Darlene Love, The Mavericks, Kelli O’Hara and more.. The Charles River Fireworks Show starts at 10:30 p.m., but you’ll need to arrive when the event gates open at 12 p.m. to reserve a spot. Good speed. Are you heading to the Esplanade? Read this first!