Boston Harborfest, the largest Independence Day festival in the United States, showcases over 200 events during its 6 days, including fireworks, entertainers, historical reenactments, music, Harbor cruises, walking tours, and Chowderfest – plus a lot more!

• When:  July 2-7
• Where:  Primarily in Central Boston neighborhoods and along the Freedom Trail:  Historic Downtown, South Boston Waterfront, West End, Downtown Waterfront, North End, Charlestown, Boston Common, Beacon Hill – use our Boston Sightseeing map to see neighborhood locations
• Cost:  Some free events, many more ranging from about $2 – $12, and some (mostly cruises and pub crawls) for $30 – $100+
• Parking:  Try to avoid it by taking public transportation.  If you have to drive, Boston Common Parking Garage is centrally located for Downtown  Boston events, and convenient to most of the others