Seasonal & Holidays

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Melrose

See Patch's guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Melrose.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Melrose so you can start planning now.
We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Melrose so you can start planning now. (Shutterstock)

MELROSE, MA — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is tomorrow, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Melrose so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Melrose:

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July 4 Festivities

Wakefield 4th of July Parade
Where: Downtown Wakefield, 15 Lafayette Street
When: Monday, July 4, from 1 - 2:30 p.m.

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Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
Where: Hatch Memorial Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way, Boston
When: Monday, July 4, from 7 – 11 p.m.

Boston 4th of July Parade
Where: City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Place, Boston
When: Monday, July 4, from 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Boston Harborfest
Where: Boston Harbor
When: July 1 - 4

Lynnhurst 4th of July Celebration
Where: 10 Elm Street, Saugus
When: Monday, July 4 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.


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