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 more.

The festival features a fireworks display at 9:15 pm over Boston Harbor on July 2nd and 4th visible from several vantage points along the Inner Harbor.

Best vantage points include:
- Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park
- Fan Pier
- Flagship Wharf
- Piers Park
- LoPresti Park East Boston
- Griffin’s Wharf

For a full list of scheduled events, dates and times visit the official site.