Celebrate Independence Day 2021 in the most historic city in America – Boston. Experience the July 4th holiday in the place where the Declaration of Independence was signed in July 1776. Embrace Boston’s historic roots at the many Independence Day events and activities happening during America’s most significant holiday weekend.
Feel the spirit of America shine as you walk the Freedom Trail to Boston’s historic landmarks and enjoy the explosive fireworks over Boston Common and the Harbor. Here are a few of our top picks for a fun, star-spangled Fourth of July in Boston.
Boston Harborfest 2021
Famous as country’s largest 4th of July celebration, Boston’s Harborfest highlights America’s patriotic history. The five-day event features live music and entertainment, Freedom Trail walks, boat tours, reenactments of revolutionary events, and fireworks over Boston Harbor on July 3rd.
Kicked off with an opening ceremony at Boston’s Faneuil Hall, the annual festival features the spectacular night-time Parade of Lights on the Inner Harbor and a parade on July 4th from City Hall Plaza to the Old State House. Embrace Boston’s local art scene at Arts at Harborfest at Downtown Crossing and chow down at Chowderfest with free tastings from Boston’s top restaurants.
For an authentic July 4th experience, Freedom Trail offers special activities at its16 historic sites and walking tours led by guides wearing 18th-century costumes
Boston Pops and Fireworks
The Boston Pops Fireworks – a local 4th of July tradition – is back in 2021. But this year’s concert will be a little different. The Pops Independence Day concert will take place at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts, with a free live stream broadcast on a giant screen in Boston Common.
A Modern Hotel That’s Hip and Historic
Inspired by the bold, rebellious spirit of Paul Revere, the Revere Hotel Boston Common personifies what makes Boston the most exciting place to enjoy the July 4th weekend. Part hip, part historic, our unique boutique hotel offers an authentic local experience in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. And we’re within walking distance of the concert and fireworks at Boston Common and the Freedom Trail.
Pop up to Boston’s best rooftop bar, Rooftop@Revere, overlooking the Back Bay. Enjoy the special Red, White & BBQ menu during the July 4th holiday with specialty drinks and finger-licking foods like pork sliders, baby back ribs, and BBQ chicken sandwiches.
Rediscover America’s most historic city this July 4th holiday with our Revere Hotel Specials. Relax in luxury rooms and suites, Grab local food and spirited drinks with a Boston spin at Rebel’s Guild. Then, snap a selfie with the giant sculpture of Paul Revere and his horse in our lobby – the ultimate Independence Day memory.