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‘Stay safe’: Boston’s annual 4th of July fireworks spectacular stocked with police, emergency responders
Ahead of the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular this Friday, officials planning for the massive celebration are warning ...
Ahead of annual Fourth of July fireworks show, officials say ‘be vigilant — but not fearful’
On Friday, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to go to the Esplanade to watch a free concert and fireworks.
Fourth of July on the Esplanade: Here’s everything you need to know
Boston’s iconic Fourth of July festivities are set to welcome thousands of visitors from across the country to the Esplanade ...
Boston Harborfest kicks off 3 days of celebrations Wednesday
Three days of celebrations in Boston kick off on Wednesday, culminating with Independence Day celebrations on Friday, July 4.
Fireworks designer Matt Shea orchestrates the skies over the Boston Pops July 4th celebration
Matt Shea, of Pyrotecnico, has designed the Mugar Family Fireworks at the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular since 2000.
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Here's what to know about the Boston Pops Fourth of July concert
The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Hatch Memorial Shell on Friday. Here's what you need to know ahead of ...
2025 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular: What to know about security for the iconic event
This year marks the 51st anniversary of the iconic Independence Day fireworks show during the concert's grand finale. For attendees, the Oval in front of the DCR Hatch Shell opens at noon Friday, and ...
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Officials speak on security plans for upcoming Boston Pops and annual fireworks show
Cue the fireworks and the crowds. “In two days we will welcome hundreds of thousands of people here at The Edward A.<a class= ...
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Forecast: What to expect for the long Fourth of July weekend in Boston and beyond
The weather forecast for the long weekend has a little bit of everything, but the long story short is that the Fourth of July ...
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South Coast Rail connects to Boston's free July 4th concert — but there's one problem
Thinking of taking the commuter rail to the Boston Pops Fourth of July show? Why riding from Fall River isn't a good idea, ...