2026 July 4 Events Guide For Boston

Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Boston.

Duckling Day Celebrates Moms And Beloved Children's Book: "One Of Boston's Best Traditions"

"It's one of Boston's best traditions," city councilor Sharon Durkan said of Duckling Day. "It's all about celebrating moms."

These Celebrities And Notable Runners Finished The Boston Marathon This Year

More than 30,000 people from around the world are running the Boston Marathon, including a handful of celebrities and other notable runners.

Boston Marathon Will Be Special For Australian Runners Celebrating 50th Wedding Anniversary: "How Good Can It Get?"

The festivities kick off Friday morning when the elite athletes meet with the media just as the Marathon Expo opens for the weekend.

One Boston Day Honors Lives Lost 13 Years After Boston Marathon Bombings

Every April 15, the city holds memorial ceremonies to honor the victims and hosts volunteer events and other service opportunities.

Boston Celebrates St. Patrick's Day 2026: Photos

Bagpipes, marching bands, and a sea of green came together to make Boston’s annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade a celebration to remember.

Crowds Flock To South Boston For Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, Police Make 17 Arrests

"What I really enjoy today is seeing people I know who are in the parade that my children grew up with, their kids," Kathy Encarnacao said.

South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade — What You Need To Know

The parade is Sunday.

Astronaut And Massachusetts Native Suni Williams To Run 2026 Boston Marathon, Receive Patriots' Award

Williams told WBZ-TV's Jacob Wycoff that six months after returning to Earth, she felt "great, running a little slow but still feel perfect.

Boston World Cup Fan Festival Announced; Foxboro Security Funding Still Unresolved

"Thousands of residents and visitors will gather to cheer on their teams downtown," Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said.

Boston Residents Enjoy Snow Day By Skiing And Sledding On The Common After Storm Blankets City

While high snow totals are not new for Massachusetts, it can be a new experience for transplants like Tennessee native Harrison Davis.

Boston Non-Profit Gives Back For Holiday Season With Free Gifts, Food And More For Families

The Boston Community Pediatrics, the state's first non-profit private pediatric practice, held its annual Holiday Shop event in Boston.

This MA Restaurant Named Among The Most Festive In The Country

Time Out ranked the most festive restaurants in the country and one Boston staple landed on the list.

Boston's Snowport Unveils List Of Makers, Food And Beverage Lineup For 2025 Holiday Season

From Swiss-style raclette to holiday cocktails and over 125 independent businesses, here's who and what to know ahead of the 2025 Snowport.

Heading To New Hampshire's White Mountains To Leaf Peep? Make Sure You're Prepared

Jordan also warned drivers to be careful about pulling over to get that perfect foliage picture, which has caused accidents in the past.

Fireworks Near Me: Boston July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Boston.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Boston

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Boston.

What To Know About The Boston Pride Parade Route, Time And Parking

Boston Pride 2025 is this weekend, with a parade and other events scheduled to celebrate the largest annual LGBTQ+ event in Massachusetts.

One Boston Day Honors Those Lost 12 Years After 2013 Boston Marathon Bombings

A moment of silence will be held at 2:49 p.m. to mark the time of the first explosion that day.

Did The Changes To The South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade Make It More Family-Friendly?

"I think yesterday went really well," said lifelong Southie resident Kristen Macchi as she walked her infant around the neighborhood.

2025 South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade Photos

See photo from Sunday's St. Patrick's Day Parade and the people who came out to celebrate their Irish heritage.

Boston's St. Patrick's Day Parade Ends With Several Alcohol-Related Arrests

Boston Police said they did seize some alcohol from people who were underage or drinking in public Sunday.

Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade Start Time Changes For 2025 With "Zero Tolerance" For Bad Behavior

The parade is being held on Sunday, March 16, one day before St. Patrick's Day.

Boston Celebrates International Women's Day With Women's March Across The City

Thousands of people took to the streets in Boston for the Women's March on International Women's Day.

Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest Happening In Boston On Super Bowl Weekend With Cash Prize For Winner

Time Out Market Boston, located near Fenway Park, hosts the event on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Gov. Healey, Mayor Wu Kick Off Black History Month With Celebrations In Boston

"In Boston, we celebrate black culture, black expression, black excellence, and black joy," Mayor Michelle Wu said.

Dozens Polar Plunge In Boston's Cold Weather To Raise Money For ALS Care

The group, Rally 4 Nally was started by siblings Danny Nally and Betsy McKenna to honor their mother, Cathy, who died from ALS in 2022.

Boston's First Baby Of 2025 Born At Mass General Minutes After Midnight

At 12:14 a.m., baby girl Leah James was born to Jessica and Michael Lombardi of Saugus at Mass General. Leah is the couple's second child.

Volunteers In Boston Spread Christmas Cheer For People In Need

Kids and teens were gifted bikes, shoes and toys. They also had the chance to meet Santa Claus.

Dozens Of Christmas Eve MA Flight Delays Amid Snow, Airline Grounding

A temporary ground stop of flights and a blast of snow made for tough going at Logan Airport on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Trees Are Now Being Sold At A Discount. Here Are A Few Reasons Why

"Our smallest one here looks like it's about 6 feet and they go up to about 8 feet," the farm's manager, Joanne Roden, told WBZ-TV.

Christmas In The City Volunteers Desperately Seek Donations, "I Need A Miracle"

Christmas in the City does not have enough donations this year. If the North Pole has a panic button, Christmas in the City is pushing it.

Hour-Long Makeup Process Helps Bring The Grinch To Life For Boston Holiday Musical

Hanna Andruss uses a variety of brushes and tools to create different textures and the lines needed to make the Grinch's face.

Families Enjoy Festive Ride On Polar Express At Boston's South Station For Holiday Season

It was the trip of a lifetime for hundreds of Boston-area children aboard the "North Pole Express" at the South Station.

"Corey's Christmas" Provides Gifts To Thousands Of Children In Need At Annual Boston Party

Boys and girls from several non-profits across the city heard singing and a Christmas message from Patriots Coach Matthew Slater.

Tom Holland Look-Alike Contest Held In Boston, Winner Given $50 For His Prize

"I've always been told I look like him, so I was like, I have to go to this," said contestant Michael Carroll.

When Does Boston Turn On The Holiday Lights? See The Schedule For Christmas Tree Lightings And More.

The Boston Common tree is set to arrive from Novia Scotia on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m.

Crowds Flock To Tiny Massachusetts Town To Say Farewell To Rockefeller Christmas Tree

The tree will be lit during a live TV broadcast on Dec. 4. It will feature 50,000 multi-colored lights with a Swarovski star on top.

New England Patriots Hand Out Coats In Boston On World Homeless Day

Several players from the New England Patriots teamed up with Pine Street Inn to hand out winter jackets stuffed with cozy socks and snacks.

Patriots Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With Skills Clinic For Boston Students

After a bus ride out from Boston, middle and high school students were starry-eyed taking the field at Gillette Stadium Tuesday.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.