Fourth of July
Five Spots in the Suburbs to See the Boston Pops Fireworks
Every year, New Englanders flock to the Esplanade for the Boston Pops fireworks display, and every year, it’s a scramble to find the perfect viewing […]
Melissa Etheridge to Perform at Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
Folk rocker Melissa Etheridge and pop singer Andy Grammer will rock the Hatch Shell at this year’s July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, the Boston Pops announced Tuesday. […]
Watch: Fourth of July Fireworks Go Off at Once at Plymouth Celebration
A photo posted by Kathleen McCauley (@muffinhood) on Jul 4, 2016 at 6:38pm PDT A Fourth of July celebration in Plymouth ended in a fiery […]
Five Classic Fourth of July Events in Boston
SO CLASSIC Treat Your Ears to the Boston Pops Concert Going on its 43rd year, the Boston Pops’ rendition of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture is the ultimate hallmark […]
The Best Places to Watch Boston’s Fourth of July Fireworks
While the checkpoints by the lagoon area and Hatch Shell offer some of the most spectacular views of the classic fireworks show, the crowds gather […]
Throwback Thursday: When Pickpockets Ruined the Fourth of July
In 1854, nothing could ruin an Independence Day celebration quite like a few pesky pickpockets. So when the Boston Police finally arrested the thieving gentlemen […]
Where to Eat Barbecue, Pie, and More This Fourth of July Weekend
America’s birthday lands on a Monday this year, so an extra day off is just another reason to get out and celebrate all weekend long. If you’re hoping […]
When to Hit the Road for the Fourth of July, According to Waze
This weekend, Americans will commemorate the country’s battle for (and victory of) independence the only way they know how—with fireworks and parties. Though getting to those firework-filled parties […]
Seattle, Not Boston, Ranked Best City for Fourth of July Celebrations
Seattle, not Boston, is the best city in America for celebrating the Fourth of July. This is odd, considering Boston more or less invented America. […]
Tiny Boston Celebrating a Tiny Fourth of July Is Just Adorable
An estimated half-million people watched the fireworks display from the banks of the Charles River this Fourth of July. From the top of the Green […]
State Police: Don’t Bring Your Drone This Fourth of July
Massachusetts State Police are warning spectators planning on attending this year’s Fourth of July celebration on the Esplanade to leave their drones at home. State police […]
Fourth of July Events in Boston 2015
THE MAIN EVENT Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular The Hatch Shell on the Esplanade recently reopened following an 18-month, $700,000 restoration—just in time for Fourth of […]
Esplanade’s Hatch Shell to Reopen Just in Time for the Fourth of July
After an extensive renovation, Boston’s beloved Hatch Memorial Shell and Oval Lawn—arguably the city’s best spot to watch fireworks—will finally reopen, just in time for […]
Bad Weather Ends Early Fourth of July Celebrations Even Earlier
With the threat of an impending storm, Fourth of July celebrations went on in Boston, with the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular taking place on the Esplanade a […]