Seasonal & Holidays

Worcester 4th Of July Fireworks, Events Nearby In 2022

Worcester's traditional July 4 fireworks return in 2022 at East Park, with a special appearance by Ricky Duran.

Worcester's traditional July 4 event at East Park is back in 2022.
Worcester's traditional July 4 event at East Park is back in 2022. (Neal McNamara/Patch)

WORCESTER, 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 — including in Worcester.

The city's traditional celebration at East Park, including fireworks, is back for 2022 — and plenty of other nearby communities are also planning July 4 events.

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

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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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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Milford Fireworks
When: June 25, 2022 (rain date: June 26) at 10 p.m.
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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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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.