Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Braintree

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Braintree.

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BRAINTREE, MA — Independence Day is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on in and around Braintree for 2023.

We gathered up all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Braintree so you can start planning now.

Braintree's annual 4th of July Celebration is back for 2023, marking 50 years of Braintree Day.

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This year's festivities are scheduled for July 1 and the Braintree 4th of July Celebration Committee is planning a jam-packed day.

The celebration kicks off with the parade at 11:45 a.m. which takes off from the Registry of Motor Vehicles on Plain Street.

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That's followed up by the annual festival starting at 4 p.m. at Braintree High School. A number of food vendors have been confirmed, as well as other activities including a petting zoo and makers market.

A concert is scheduled for the high school from 7 to 9 p.m. Live music will be performed by Ryan Faraday and Boat House Row.

Fireworks are to follow the concert starting at 9 p.m.

Braintree Day is scheduled prior to July 4 in 2023, but there are still events to check out closer to the holiday.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in and around Braintree:

July 4 Festivities

What: Patriot Place Fireworks and Festivities

Where: Patriot Place, Foxborough

When: July 6

Patriot Place will host a patriotic fireworks display plus additional festivities on July 6.

The Dean College Stage will feature live entertainment from local band CarTune Heroes before the evening culminates in a robust fireworks spectacular beginning at approximately 9:15 p.m. For a full schedule and additional details, visit www.patriot-place.com/fireworks/.

“Our fireworks spectacular is one of my favorite Patriot Place traditions, bringing people together to enjoy this patriotic show and make more lasting memories together here at Patriot Place,” said Brian Earley, Vice President and General Manager of Patriot Place. “We look forward to welcoming our guests and their families here on July 6 to enjoy a dazzling fireworks show and all the festivities.”

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