Milford Fireworks Show Returns For July 4, 2022

MILFORD, MA — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified over the last two pandemic years. July 4 is just around the corner, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Milford to help you start planning now. Here's what's in store this July 4 in Milford:

Milford Fireworks
When: June 25, 2022 (rain date: June 26) at 10 p.m.
Where: Plains Park (food provided by Milford Lions Club)
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Milford Fourth of July Parade
When: July 4, 10 a.m.
Where: Parade begins at Veterans Memorial Drive and continues through downtown
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Worcester’s Independence Day
When: June 30, 4 p.m. (fireworks at 9:30 p.m.)
What: Large fireworks show, music by Ricky Duran
Where: East Park, 180 Shrewsbury St.
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July 4 Carnival
When: June 30 to July 4
Where: Franklin Town Common
What: A week of food, music and fireworks
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Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
When: July 4, 7 p.m.
Where: Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade
What: Fireworks, Boston Pops concert
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Beatles For Sale Concert
When: July 3, 6 p.m.
Where: Dean Park, 805 Main St., Shrewsbury
What: Music and food by Troop 114 and Kona Ice; bring a blanket.
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Westborough Annual Block Party
When: June 24, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Baystate Common, 600 Union St.
What: Local food, entertainment including The Reminisants and magician Fran Flynn, kids activities like a bouncy house, face painting and pony rides
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Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.