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Here’s what to expect for Boston’s 4th of July celebrations
Fourth of July celebrations are set to kick off around Boston this Thursday and Friday: Here’s what to expect.
Ahead of annual Fourth of July fireworks show, officials say ‘be vigilant — but not fearful’
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to go to the Esplanade to watch a free concert and fireworks.
Boston kicks off America's birthday with Harborfest celebrations
Thousands of people will descend on Boston this weekend for the 4th of July with preps and celebrations already beginning in ...
Boston’s annual 4th of July fireworks spectacular stocked with police, emergency responders
Ahead of the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular this Friday, officials planning for the massive celebration are warning ...
Fun things to do July Fourth weekend in and around Boston
Here are nine awesome ways to enjoy the long weekend, from the classic three-day Harborfest to a brand new outdoor food and ...
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Here's what to know about the Boston Pops Fourth of July concert
The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Hatch Memorial Shell on Friday. Here's what you need to know ahead of ...
Flashback: Keith Lockhart's 4th of July debut in 1995
Look back at our coverage of Keith Lockhart's first July 4 leading the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. The journalist, 55, ...
Boston Harborfest kicks off 3 days of celebrations Wednesday
Three days of celebrations in Boston kick off on Wednesday, culminating with Independence Day celebrations on Friday, July 4.
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When to expect the heaviest traffic in Mass. over the Fourth of July weekend
AAA and MassDOT forecast that Wednesday and Thursday will see the heaviest traffic around Boston, as residents try to "make ...
Fourth of July on the Esplanade: Here’s everything you need to know
Boston’s iconic Fourth of July festivities are set to welcome thousands of visitors from across the country to the Esplanade ...