July 4 Weekend Is More Than Just Fireworks In MA: MA Weekend Events

MASSACHUSETTS — It isn't so much a question of what there is to do in the Boston area and beyond, but rather, what should locals do?

Welcome to Patch's latest weekly roundup of highlight-worthy events across the city and surrounding areas. We've compiled them into one, easy-to-follow list, for your weekend planning.

This weekend marks the July 4 weekend, with celebrations planned in cities and towns across the state. Some events are included below, but Patch editors spent time compiling events in their local communities over the past month.

• Read more: July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Massachusetts

Though July 4 is going to take up most of the weekend scheduling, if you're looking for other things to do, there are options.

From comedy to music and, of course, fireworks, here's what to know this weekend:

Friday

• Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
• The Centerville Bike Parade
• The Barnstable-West Barnstable Parade
• Hyannis Harbor Boat Parade
• Beverly Farms Pride Fireworks, Horribles Parade
• 4th of July in Salem
• Peabody Ward-By-Ward July 4 Events
• Worcester 4th of July Independence Celebration
• Margaritas Mexican Restaurant Independence Weekend Fiesta

Saturday

• The Unteachables at City Winery — Boston
• Laugh Boston Showcase — Laugh Boston
• Terminal Stereo, Propolis, Dog Town, Neal Brennan at Midway Cafe — Boston
• Silk at Big Night Live — Boston
• Little River Band at Cape Cod Melody Tent — Hyannis