Monday, June 25, 2012
From Boston Pops-backed fireworks to porta-potties, here's all you need to know to plan your Independence Day festivities July 3 and 4.
Jennifer Hudson will headline the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular during the city's 39th annual premier Independence Day celebration. The fun starts Tues, July 3 at 6 p.m., with a concert at 8:30 p.m., followed by more festivities on Wed, July 4 as thousands of people from across the country will flock to the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade for live music, food, and of course, fireworks. The Oval (the area in front of the Hatch Shell) opens at 9 a.m. Wednesday with entertainment throughout the day and into the evening. Other performers include Michael Chiklis, Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, and performances from the Broadway hit MAMMA MIA! as the city goes all out with cannons, military plane flyovers, …
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
People traveled from near and far to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon while waiting for the concert and fireworks.
Thousands turned out to see Martina McBride, and a spectacular fireworks display at the Hatch Shell.
Monday, July 4, 2011
Martina McBride put on a spectacular show for a crowd that turned out in the rain.
Boston is renowned for its Fourth of July celebration at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanade, and the rehearsal Sunday was a sneak peak at what's to come during the full show - complete with fireworks at 10:30 p.m. - on Monday. Check out the schedule and information about parking and getting around here.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
All you need to know to plan your Independence Day festivities July 3 and 4.
Programs Lionel Richie will headline the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular during the city's 38th annual premier Independence Day celebration. The fun starts July 3 at 4 p.m., with a concert at 8:30 p.m., followed by more festivities on Monday, as thousands of people from across the country will flock to the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade for live music, food, and of course, fireworks. The Oval (the area in front of the Hatch Shell) opens at 9 a.m. Monday with entertainment throughout the day and into the evening. Other performers include Michael Chiklis, Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, and Norm Lewis, and the city goes all out with cannons, military plane flyovers, performances by the National Honor Guard, and …
Angela Wang
12:54 pm on Wednesday, July 4, 2012
... and quite a few after. Just realized I have Navy Week to thank! more ›