Boston Harborfest is a proud summer tradition celebrating Boston's maritime and revolutionary history. With hundreds of activities over Independence Day week at Boston's best landmarks, this family-friendly event is one of the country's largest Fourth of July festivals. Activities include historical reenactments, Freedom Trail walks, boat tours, live entertainment, and much more!

Live Music
Downtown Crossing will host a variety of musical acts that will be free and open to the public. Focusing on local groups that highlight Boston's vibrant music scene, talented artists will take the stage to provide live programming throughout the event.

The City of Boston's Official Independence Day Commemoration
Come to the flag raising ceremony on City Hall Plaza followed by a parade to the Granary Burial Ground, where wreaths are laid on the graves of patriots. The parade then continues to the Old State House.

Visit the Historic Freedom Trail
Walk into History and experience over 250 years of history! Explore Boston's iconic red line and enjoy special programs and activities at 16 official Freedom Trail historic sites and tours led by 18th-century costumed guides!

Schedule of Events

July 1, 2022

12:00pm - Downtown Boston Brass
1:00pm - Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums
4:30pm - Downtown Boston Brass
Location: Downtown Crossing, Boston

11:30am - 215th Army Band
12:00pm - Through Me To You Puppetry
4:00pm - Live Performance & Entertainment
Location: Franklin Steps

11:00am - DTX Arts and Crafts Market
Location: Summer Street in Downtown Crossing

12:00pm - The Downtown Mediterranean Trio
5:00pm - The Downtown Mediterranean Trio
Location: The intersection of Franklin St. and Washington St.

11:00am - Live Performances and Entertainment
2:00pm - Macy's Fashion Show
Location: The Steps at Downtown Crossing

July 2, 2022

6:00pm - Pre-Firework Concert
Location: Christopher Columbus Park

12:00pm - Chowderfest
2:00pm - Live Performances and Entertainment
Location: Downtown Crossing, Boston

12:00pm - Unlikely Strummers Band
Location: Franklin St. Steps

12:00pm - Through Me To You Puppetry
Location: Franklin Steps

8:00pm - Parade of Lights
9:15pm - Harborfest Fireworks
Location: Long Wharf – Boston Inner Habor

3:00pm - DJ Bruno
Location: Macy's

11:00am - Classic Car Showcase
Location: Summer Street at Macy's

11:00am - DTX Arts and Crafts Market
Location: Summer Street in Downtown Crossing

12:00pm - Downtown Boston Brass
1:00pm - Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums
2:00pm - Fife & Drum Festival
4:30pm - Downtown Boston Brass
5:00pm - The Downtown Mediterranean Trio
Location: The intersection of Franklin St. and Washington St.

10:00am - Paul Revere House
Location: The Paul Revere House

July 3, 2022

12:00pm - Live Performances and Entertainment
Location: Downtown Crossing, Boston

12:00pm - Through Me To You Puppetry
Location: Franklin St. Steps

2:00pm - Live Performances and Entertainment
4:00pm - Opera Guy and Friends
Location: Franklin Steps

12:00pm - Independence Pooch Parade
Location: Summer Street in Downtown Crossing

12:00pm - Downtown Boston Brass
4:30pm - Downtown Boston Brass
5:00pm - The Downtown Mediterranean Trio
Location: The intersection of Franklin St. and Washington St.

July 4, 2022

9:00am - The City of Boston's 246th Independence Day Celebration
Location: City Hall Plaza

7:00pm - Boston Pops and Fireworks
Location: Esplanade

Date: July 1-4, 2022

Locations: Various Venues in Boston, MA 02108

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