Boston Harborfest

From Wednesday, July 2, through Friday, July 4, Boston Harborfest features hundreds of activities over Independence Day week at Boston’s most iconic historic landmarks. This family-friendly event is one of the country’s largest Fourth of July festivals, with activities across Boston, including Downtown Crossing, Christopher Columbus Park, the Rose Kennedy Greenway, and of course on the Harbor itself. Activities include the annual opening ceremony, historical reenactments, live musical entertainment, fireworks, and much more! Event Highlights: Music &amp; Live Performances Living historians and an array of local musical acts across all genres will perform in Downtown Crossing, free and for all to enjoy. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/boston-harborfest-fireworks--3-boston-1014665">Boston Harborfest Fireworks</a> Visible from several vantage points along the Inner Harbor, the Harborfest Fireworks return to provide a spectacular display for all to enjoy. The fireworks will be launched from a barge at Boston’s Long Wharf. Waterfront Concert and Artisan Market Enjoy an afternoon of diverse live music and children’s activities within the breezy confines of Cristopher Columbus Waterfront Park, and stroll the adjacent Greenway Artisan Market. SCHEDULE: Wed July 2 2025 9:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution-museum/2025-07-02/">USS Constitution Museum ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/massachusetts-state-house-tours/2025-07-02/">Massachusetts State House Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/freedom-trail-tours/2025-07-02/">Freedom Trail® Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/charlestown-navy-yard-visitor-center/2025-07-02/">Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/kings-chapel-tours/2025-07-02/">King’s Chapel Tours ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/old-north-church-historic-site/2025-07-02/">Old North Church &amp; Historic Site ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/old-south-meeting-house-old-state-house/2025-07-02/">Old South Meeting House &amp; Old State House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:15 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/paul-revere-house/2025-07-02/">Paul Revere House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution/2025-07-02/">USS Constitution</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/faneuil-hall-visitor-center/2025-07-02/">Faneuil Hall &amp; Visitor Center</a> 11:30 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;1:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/boston-harborfest-kickoff-ceremony/">Boston Harborfest Kickoff Ceremony</a> 1:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;2:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/soul-amazing/">Soul Amazing</a> 1:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;2:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/the-rubin-brothers/">The Rubin Brothers</a> 2:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;2:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/waterfront-concert-2/">S AND R</a> 2:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/beer-garden/">Beer Garden ($)</a> 2:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;8:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/re-enactors-entertainment/">Re-Enactors &amp; Entertainment</a> 2:45 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/maddi-ryan/">Maddi Ryan</a> 3:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/rob-thackery-and-the-lighthouse-route-band/2025-07-02/1/">Rob Thackery and the Lighthouse Route Band</a> 3:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/the-grousemen/">The Grousemen</a> 4:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/rob-thackery-and-the-lighthouse-route-band/2025-07-02/2/">Rob Thackery and the Lighthouse Route Band</a> 4:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/innovation-trail-hidden-history-tour/">Innovation Trail — Hidden History Tour ($)</a> 4:15 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/the-femmes/">The Femmes</a> 5:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/hill-house-the-band/2025-07-02/">Hill House the Band</a> 5:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/last-minute/">Last Minute</a> 6:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/after-hours-special-program-explore-the-siege-of-boston-at-the-paul-revere-house/">After-hours Special Program: Explore the Siege of Boston at the Paul Revere House</a> 7:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;9:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/revelry-on-griffins-wharf/">Revelry on Griffin’s Wharf ($)</a> 7:45 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;9:15 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/pre-fireworks-concert/">Pre-Fireworks Concert</a> 9:15 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;9:30 PM <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/boston-harborfest-fireworks--3-boston-1014665">Boston Harborfest Fireworks</a> Thu July 3 2025 9:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution-museum/2025-07-03/">USS Constitution Museum ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-donald-cook-tours/2025-07-03/">USS Donald Cook Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/massachusetts-state-house-tours/2025-07-03/">Massachusetts State House Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/freedom-trail-tours/2025-07-03/">Freedom Trail® Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/charlestown-navy-yard-visitor-center/2025-07-03/">Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/kings-chapel-tours/2025-07-03/">King’s Chapel Tours ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/old-north-church-historic-site/2025-07-03/">Old North Church &amp; Historic Site ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/old-south-meeting-house-old-state-house/2025-07-03/">Old South Meeting House &amp; Old State House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:15 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/paul-revere-house/2025-07-03/">Paul Revere House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/bunker-hill-monument/2025-07-03/">Bunker Hill Monument</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution/2025-07-03/">USS Constitution</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/faneuil-hall-visitor-center/2025-07-03/">Faneuil Hall &amp; Visitor Center</a> 12:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/salute-to-the-u-s-army-250th/">Salute to the U.S. Army 250th</a> 1:40 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;2:40 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/macys-great-american-fashion-show/">Macy's Great American Fashion Show</a> 2:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;2:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/sweet-harmony/2025-07-03/2/">Sweet Harmony</a> 2:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/beer-garden-2/">Beer Garden ($)</a> 2:45 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/unlikely-strummers/">Unlikely Strummers</a> 3:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/sweet-harmony/2025-07-03/3/">Sweet Harmony</a> 4:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/s-and-r-2/">S AND R</a> 4:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/lucky-13/">Lucky 13</a> 5:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:45 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/hill-house-the-band/2025-07-03/">Hill House the Band</a> 6:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/the-banging-88s/">The Banging 88’s</a> 6:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;8:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/shore-leave-block-party-soul-of-boston/">Shore Leave Block Party - Soul of Boston</a> 7:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;9:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/writing-a-revolution-the-letters-of-john-abigail-adams-1773-1776/">Writing a Revolution: The Letters of John &amp; Abigail Adams 1773-1776 ($)</a> Fri July 4 2025 9:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution-museum/2025-07-04/">USS Constitution Museum ($)</a> 9:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;10:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/city-of-boston-4th-of-july-procession/">City of Boston 4th of July Procession</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;10:15 AM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/">Reading of the Declaration of Independence</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-donald-cook-tours/2025-07-04/">USS Donald Cook Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/freedom-trail-tours/2025-07-04/">Freedom Trail® Tours</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;4:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/charlestown-navy-yard-visitor-center/2025-07-04/">Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/kings-chapel-tours/2025-07-04/">King’s Chapel Tours ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/old-south-meeting-house-old-state-house/2025-07-04/">Old South Meeting House &amp; Old State House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;5:15 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/paul-revere-house/2025-07-04/">Paul Revere House ($)</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/bunker-hill-monument/2025-07-04/">Bunker Hill Monument</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;6:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/uss-constitution/2025-07-04/">USS Constitution</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/faneuil-hall-visitor-center/2025-07-04/">Faneuil Hall &amp; Visitor Center</a> 10:00 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;7:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/celebrate-the-fourth-at-old-north/">Celebrate the Fourth at Old North ($)</a> 10:30 AM&nbsp;-&nbsp;10:45 AM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/annual-oration/">Annual Oration</a> 12:30 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;3:30 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/middlesex-county-volunteers-fifes-drums-concert/">Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes &amp; Drums Concert</a> 8:00 PM&nbsp;-&nbsp;11:00 PM <a href="https://www.bostonharborfest.com/schedule/boston-pops-fireworks-spectacular/">Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular</a>

Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park

Boston Harborfest Fireworks

On Wednesday July 2, the Boston Harborfest fireworks will launch from a barge anchored a few hundred yards off of Long Wharf in Boston’s Inner Harbor. The best vantage points are Christopher Columbus Park, Fan Pier, Flagship Wharf, Piers Park, LoPresti Park East Boston, and Griffin’s Wharf.

Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park Park

Boston 10K for Women

The 49th running of the Boston 10K for Women will return on Saturday, October 11, 2025! Founded in 1977 the Boston 10K for Women is New England’s largest and oldest all-women race and will take place at Boston Common. Thousands of women will come together for an unforgettable experience celebrating strength, community, and the power of women. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or this is your first 10K, the Boston 10K for Women offers an inspiring and welcoming environment for everyone.

Boston Common

Road of Rainbows Pride 5K

The Boston Theater Company (BTC) is thrilled to announce the return of the Road of Rainbows Pride 5K on Saturday, June 14. Located at Boston Common with a 10:00 a.m. start time, the fifth annual race combines arts and athletics into a family-friendly celebration in the heart of Pride Month. The three-lap run around Boston Common will begin and end with pre-race and post-race programming, including a festival featuring local LGBTQ+ artists that will end at 1:00 p.m.

Boston Theater Co's Pride Outside Party

Join us for BTC’s inaugural Outdoor Pride Celebration (21+) at Downtown Crossing from 1–5PM! Hosted by Boston’s finest drag queens, Mizery and Lilly Rose Valor, this high-energy afternoon features drinks, dancing, and a live DJ. Made possible by the Downtown Boston Alliance, it’s the Pride party you don’t want to miss. Tickets are just $5 in advance (while they last!) and $15 at the door. BTC is committed to making this event economically inclusive. If you cannot afford a ticket, please email <a href="mailto:assistant@bostontheater.org">assistant@bostontheater.org</a>

Downtown Crossing

Boston Marine Corps Honor Run

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, we will head to Castle Island for the 23rd Annual Boston Marine Corps Honor Run. The Marine Corps Honor Run 5K will offer:<ul><li>The fastest 5K course in Boston</li><li>Scenic views from Castle Island</li><li>Product sampling</li><li>Event warm-up</li><li>Awards ceremony with great prizes, and more!</li></ul>Join us for the Boston Marine Corps Honor Run 5K as we continue our tradition of honoring the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Marine Corps. This annual event began with the mission to raise awareness and support for veterans and military families, while also fostering a sense of community and pride for those who have sacrificed for our freedom. In 2025, we are excited to announce a new chapter for the Honor Run as we relocate to the picturesque DCR’s Fort Independence at Castle Island. This new venue offers a stunning backdrop of Boston Harbor and a scenic course for participants to enjoy while raising awareness and funds for two military non-profits.

Castle Island

Boston 10K for Women 2024, presented by REI

Established in 1977 as the Bonne Bell Mini Marathon, the Boston 10K for Women is the longest-running all-women’s sporting event in New England. With thousands of runners and spectators each year, its New England’s largest all-women’s road race, and has been organized every year by Conventures, Inc. The race features a flat out-and-back course through Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood and scenic stretches of Memorial Drive in Cambridge. More than 189,000 women have raced in the event since its inception. For more information on the race please visit <a href="https://boston10kforwomen.com/">https://boston10kforwomen.com/</a>

Boston 10K for Women Run Club

Every Saturday, beginning on July 20, 2024, this Boston 10K for Women Run Club will feature group runs over an array of distances, conversation topics, and special guests. Check-in for this run club will start each week at 8:30 am, with warm-up beginning at 9:00 am. It is free and open to all, regardless of running ability! ***One exception is that there will be an additional run club day on Wednesday, August 28 at 6:00 pm.

REI Fenway

Every Saturday, beginning on July 20, 2024, this Boston 10K for Women Run Club will feature group runs over an array of distances, conversation topics, and special guests. Check-in for this run club will start each week at 8:30 am, with warm-up beginning at 9:00 am. It is free and open to all, regardless of running ability! ***Today is the only exception since the run club day takes place on a Wednesday. The run will begin at 6:00 pm and end around 7:00 pm.

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Boston Harborfest

Boston Harborfest Fireworks

Boston 10K for Women

Road of Rainbows Pride 5K

Boston Theater Co's Pride Outside Party

Boston Marine Corps Honor Run

Boston 10K for Women 2024, presented by REI

Boston 10K for Women Run Club

Boston 10K for Women Run Club

Boston 10K for Women Run Club

Boston 10K for Women Run Club

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Boston 10K for Women Run Club

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