Fourth of July 2012 |
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When visiting Boston, you'll discover neighborhoods with distinct character, quaint streets, the beloved Red Sox, and big-city entertainment. Begin your adventure planning here.
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Find July Fourth events happening locally, including parades, fireworks, concerts, festivals, and more.
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Summer grilling ideas »
from the Boston Globe's Sheryl Julian
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Grill guide
Impress your guests with your mastery of all things grilled. Use our handy guide to make great ribs, burgers, veggies, and more.
Here are some menu ideas for your cookout or barbecue.
Summer events guide
Let us be your guide for the best events in music, theater, dance, art, movies, and more.
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Beaches within reach
Beat the traffic this summer and check out beaches accessible by public transportation.
Ways to savor summer
An interactive map containing more than one thing to do for every day of summer.
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FOURTH OF JULY BASICS
The annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular at the Hatch Shell will begin at 8 p.m., with the fireworks display starting at 10:35.
Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
What time do the fireworks start? Who is preforming? Where can I sit? We've got you covered. Find the compete event schedule, parking info, and more.
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Festive holiday scenes
Send us your colorful Independence Day photos of fireworks, parades, BBQs, and parties.
Family fun for the Fourth
Catch a parade, firework displays, a breakfast, craft events, historic reenactments, and more. Here's our round-up of family fun for the fourth.
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Fireworks photos
Check out great, colorful July 4th fireworks photos shot by Globe photographers.
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Boston Pops retrospective
The Boston Pops performances on the Esplanade have become a staple of July Fourth fun.
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- Graphic Boston Pops timeline
Movies
Stars, stripes, and cinema
From action-packed thrillers to biographies to quirky comedies, here are a few films that we think capture the American spirit.
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Yard games to try
We rounded up 10 fun classic games that make for a terrific afternoon in the sun, all starting at relatively modest prices.
Music
Patriotic playlist
Your barbeque guests can only stand so much "glory, glory, hallelujah" before they overthrow your iPod. Here are 10 songs to keep your party patriotic and your integrity intact.
dining
Patio dining in Boston
Nothing says summer like sipping white wine and noshing on dinner alfresco. Here's a roundup of the best outdoor dining in the city.
