Boston's Back Bay and the Esplanade
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Boston is one of our nation's historic cities. It is also a perfect place to spend Independence Day. There are countless things to do in Boston on the Fourth of July. Visitors can immerse themselves in our nation's history while celebrating its independence. Here is a list of just a few of the things you can do in Boston on the fourth of July.
Flag Raising Ceremony and Parade
At 9:00 a.m. there is a flag raising ceremony at Boston's City Hall Plaza. After the flag raising ceremony the parade sets out for the Granary Burial Ground. The parade pauses at the burial ground to pay respect for those buried there. From there the parade continues to the Old State House. The parade should end around 10 a.m.. At that time there is a reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Old State House.
*This event is free of charge.
USS Constitution's July 4th Underway Demonstration
From 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. the USS Constitution sails in the Boston Harbor from the Charlestown Navy Yard to the U.S. Coast Guard Base. During its trip the USS Constitution gives a 21-gun salute to Fort Independence at Castle Island. This spectacle can be viewed from various points on the harbor. However, it is best viewed from Fort Independence.
*When viewed from most areas, this event is free of charge.
"Cock . . . Lock! Present . . . Fire!"
Starting at 11:30 a.m. there is a demonstration at the Bunker Hill Monument. Performers put on a demonstration of 18th century military practices. The demonstration ends at 3:30 p.m..
*This event is free of charge.
Cape Verdean Independence Celebration
Beginning at 2pm, back at the City Hall Plaza, there is a Cape Verdean Independence Day Celebration. There is food, dancing and crafts at this celebration. There are even games that you can play with your family.
*There is no admission fee for this event.
Boston Pops Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
Flag Raising Ceremony and Parade
At 9:00 a.m. there is a flag raising ceremony at Boston's City Hall Plaza. After the flag raising ceremony the parade sets out for the Granary Burial Ground. The parade pauses at the burial ground to pay respect for those buried there. From there the parade continues to the Old State House. The parade should end around 10 a.m.. At that time there is a reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Old State House.
*This event is free of charge.
USS Constitution's July 4th Underway Demonstration
From 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. the USS Constitution sails in the Boston Harbor from the Charlestown Navy Yard to the U.S. Coast Guard Base. During its trip the USS Constitution gives a 21-gun salute to Fort Independence at Castle Island. This spectacle can be viewed from various points on the harbor. However, it is best viewed from Fort Independence.
*When viewed from most areas, this event is free of charge.
"Cock . . . Lock! Present . . . Fire!"
Starting at 11:30 a.m. there is a demonstration at the Bunker Hill Monument. Performers put on a demonstration of 18th century military practices. The demonstration ends at 3:30 p.m..
*This event is free of charge.
Cape Verdean Independence Celebration
Beginning at 2pm, back at the City Hall Plaza, there is a Cape Verdean Independence Day Celebration. There is food, dancing and crafts at this celebration. There are even games that you can play with your family.
*There is no admission fee for this event.
Boston Pops Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
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Sounds like fun!!
I have never attended the Pops July 4th concert, but it is our tradition to watch it on TV that night. I could not deal with the traffic and trying to get out of Boston on the 4th! Nicely done and super info! Glad you are taking the Ghost Cruise!
Oh I wish I were able to watch them as I used to enjoy it so much but now I have PTS and I can not even hear thunder or Panic runs through me. I would run away. I will mute the sound and watch from a tv or something I love the show just the noise is too much for me now. Great article thought and I wanted you to know I recommended it for you.
Shelly, I love the city of Boston and this piece will be a great resource for anyone planning a trip there for the 4th of July holiday. Nice work!
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