The events posted on this website are free and/or sponsored by non-profit organizations and agencies. If you are interested in publishing an event, please contact our Public Relations department below:
Phone: 617-725-0878
Email: printern@whdh.com
July Events
Date: July 2nd
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Washington Street, between Winter & Bromfield, Boston
As part of Boston’s annual Harborfest, enjoy the annual delight of Chowderfest by grabbing free samples of chowda! Visit Downtown Crossing’s Washington Street and browse the participating restaurants that will be serving their versions of the iconic soup.
Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular 2024
Date: July 4th
Time: 8:00pm – 10:30pm
Location: Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade, Boston
Link: http://bostonpopsjuly4th.org/
Experience Boston’s biggest July 4th celebration! Join us and special guests The Mavericks & Kelli O’Hara, beloved favorites from the Boston Pops, and fireworks over the Charles River!
Date: July 4th
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Location: City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Square, Boston
As part of Boston’s annual Harborfest, the parade starts off with various musical performances and flag raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza. Followed by a parade through Downtown Boston, passing the Granary Burial Ground and ending at the Old State House.
Date: July 5th
Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: 450 Harrison Avenue, Boston
Link: https://www.sowaartists.com/calendar/
The art is hot and the setting comfortably cool at 450 Harrison Avenue. Art buyers appreciate our many innovative artists and our air conditioning!
Date: July 6th
Time: 11:00am – 7:00pm
Location: Rowes Wharf Plaza, Rose Kennedy Greenway, 200 High Street, Boston
Link: https://cli.re/62998-my-caribbean-one-world-expo
The theme for the expo is “Our Folklore Culture”, highlighting the rich Caribbean community culture, arts and crafts, entertainment, and tourism on display. The event is FREE and all are welcome!
Boston Little Saigon Night Market
Date: July 13th
Time: 4:00pm – 9:30pm
Location: Dorchester Avenue (between Gibson and Adams Street), Dorchester
Link: https://www.bostonlittlesaigon.org/about-3
Boston Little Saigon Cultural District invites the community to join the 2024 Chợ Đêm, Boston Little Saigon Night Market in Fields Corner, Dorchester. Special attractions include a diverse line-up of entertainment, games and activities for all ages, a beer garden, Instagram worthy photo opportunities, and street food including chicken wings, skewers, crawfish, and more!
Somerville ArtBeat 2024 Festival
Date: July 13th
Time: 10:30am – 10:00pm
Location: Davis Square, 1 Davis Square, Somerville
Link: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/2022
Join us for Somerville’s longest-running street festival in Davis Square. At this year’s festival, we will explore all that is wild, as the myriad ways this word can be interpreted. Wild can convey that which is uninhabited, untamed, and convey images like lushness, luxuriance, and nature in its pure, unkempt form. Wild can also convey that which is feral, savage, and unconventional.
2024 Charles River Jazz Festival
Date: July 14th
Time: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Herter Park Amphitheater, 1175 Soldiers Field Road, Boston
Link: https://www.bostonjazzfoundation.org/crjf
The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for its 4th annual entertainment extravaganza! This family-friendly, FREE event features local art and food vendors, Boston-based and world-renowned music acts and more!
Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival
Date: July 19th – July 21st
Time: 10:00am – 10:00pm
Location: Revere Beach, 500 Ocean Avenue, Revere
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is a renowned annual event that transforms the shores of Revere Beach into an awe-inspiring boardwalk and open-air festival. Celebrating its 20th year in 2024, this festival gathers world-class sand sculptors who showcase their incredible talents to hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Beyond the sand sculptures, the event features over 70 food vendors, live music, amusement rides, fireworks, and more!
Date: July 20th
Time: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Plaza Betances, 100 West Dedham Street, Boston
Link: https://ibaboston.org/events/festival-betances
New England’s longest-running Latino cultural festival is back! Join us to celebrate over 50 years of community, music, y muchas cosas buenas! Come and enjoy a parade, traditional cuisine, arts and crafts, children’s activities like face painting and inflatables, and other treats that highlight the diversity of Latinx culture.
Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts
Date: July 27th – July 28th
Time: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Franklin Park, 1 Pierpont Road, Boston
Link: https://www.puertoricanfestivalofma.org/home
The annual Puerto Rican Festival is our flagship event, bringing together people from all cultures and walks of life to celebrate and join our community. It will consist of live performances by local and international artists, kiosks selling typical Puerto Rican food, local arts and crafts, mechanical rides, and a variety of activities for the whole family. The festival culminates with the Puerto Rican Parade, where the community showcases its culture through fabulous floats, colorful dance troupes, singers, and more!
9th Annual Cambridge Jazz Festival
Date: July 27th – July 28th
Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Danehy Park, 99 Sherman Street, Cambridge
Link: https://www.cambridgejazzfoundation.org/2024-festival
Please join us for two days of Grammy-winning jazz performances. Hosted by Jose Masso and Valerie Stephens, we will have a variety of vendors, food trucks, and a children’s area. Check out our special guest tent and newly minted portable jazz museum!
Date: July 27th
Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: The LOT, 383 Dorchester Avenue, Boston
Link: https://lotonthedot.com/kidsfest/
Don’t miss our first Kidsfest at The LOT in Southie! Bring the whole family for a day packed with games, art, and science! Let your little ones’ imaginations soar as they dive into creative activities and the ultimate entertainment. Food will be available for purchase, and all activities are free of charge. It’s a day of fun and excitement that’s perfect for kids of all ages!