Seasonal & Holidays

PHOTOS: The 2017 Needham Fourth of July Parade

Check out photos and videos from the yearly tradition!

NEEDHAM, MA — It was a day full of fun as Needham held their annual 4th of July parade and events at Memorial Park.

The day started with the YMCA's 5K road race, craft fair and flea market, and children's parade. Following the 9 a.m. flag raising and salute, the parade marched through the town.

Events were held afterwards at Memorial Park, as was the Needham Little League All-Star game.

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Below are photos and videos from the day:


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State Senator Richard Ross, @sarge985 & the Exchange Club float at the Parade! #theneedhamchannel
A post shared by Needham Channel (@theneedhamchannel) on Jul 4, 2017 at 9:43am PDT
The state champion Needham Girls Lacrosse team at the Parade!! #theneedhamchannel #needhamrockets
A post shared by Needham Channel (@theneedhamchannel) on Jul 4, 2017 at 9:38am PDT
The minutemen are here! Hold your ears! #theneedhamchannel
A post shared by Needham Channel (@theneedhamchannel) on Jul 4, 2017 at 9:39am PDT
Rep Denise Garlick at the Parade! #theneedhamchannel
A post shared by Needham Channel (@theneedhamchannel) on Jul 4, 2017 at 9:24am PDT
The Charles River YMCA getting down at the Parade! #theneedhamchannel
A post shared by Needham Channel (@theneedhamchannel) on Jul 4, 2017 at 9:28am PDT

Image: Screenshot from Needham Channel video.

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