BOSTON — There’s no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July than Boston, Massachusetts. The city’s fireworks display, accompanied by a performance by the Boston Pops, is one of the most iconic Independence Day celebrations in the country.
Below you will find everything you need to know about the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. If you are looking for a fireworks show in your city, Click here.
When are the fireworks in Boston?
The Boston Pops concert starts at 8pm on July 4, and the fireworks display is scheduled for 10:30-11pm.
“As always, the program will close with the ‘1812’ Overture and the firing of the cannons,” said Jan Devereux, spokesman for the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Where can you see Boston fireworks?
The fireworks can be seen from the Boston and Cambridge sides of the Charles River.
The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will take place at the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade. “The Oval” in front of the Hatch Shell opens to the public at 12:00 noon.
Who are the performers during the Boston fireworks display?
Conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops are joined by guest star Kelli O’Hara, a Tony Award-winning Broadway actress. The Mavericks, Darlene Love and the Singing Sergeants of the United States Air Force Band also perform during the show.
Boston Fireworks Bag Policy
Items permitted on the Esplanade include:
- Tents (maximum size 10′ x 10′)
- Blankets (maximum size 10′ x 10′)
- Foldable or beach chairs
- Cool boxes (without wheels)
- Transparent bags
- Small clutches and purses that will be inspected
Items not permitted on the Esplanade include:
- Cool boxes on wheels
- Backpacks
- Weapons
- Glass
- Cans
- Grilling
- Alcohol
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How to Watch and Stream the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will be broadcast on Bloomberg Television and streamed online at Bloomberg.com
MBTA Schedule for July 4th
The MBTA offers free subway, bus, commuter rail and ferry fares after 9:30 p.m. The subway operates on a Saturday schedule until 3 p.m., then on a weekday schedule for the remainder of the day. Buses and the Silver Line operate on a Sunday schedule. Commuter rail operates on a weekend schedule.
Boston Parking Restrictions for July 4th
Streets with parking restrictions on July 4 near the Esplanade include Arlington Street, Beacon Street, Berkeley Street, Clarendon Street, Dartmouth Street, Exeter Street, Back Street, Chestnut Street, Mount Vernon Street, Pinckney Street, Revere Street and Massachusetts Avenue. For a full list of parking restrictions, click here.
