Waltham July 4th Fireworks: 2019 Guide

WALTHAM, MA — July 4th is around the corner, which means it's time to get that checkered picnic blanket ready and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. We gathered up all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Waltham so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4th in Waltham:

Just like last year, there will a festival in the morning followed by an evening live music performance and then the fireworks show. This year, it's on a Thursday, folks.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: At Prospect Hill Park there will be a family event featuring free children's inflatables, mini golf, Lucky Bob show, Animal Adventures, music, trolley rides, food.

5:30 p.m: Head to Leary Field, where Back in Time will be performing until the sun goes down.

9:30 p.m: It's show time: Fireworks start and last for about 10 minutes at Leary Field.

Vendors set up behind the bleachers and that's where the food and novelties will be for sale. The Waltham Fire Department will be set up on Athletic Field Road with the S.A.F.E. House.

Children's inflatables will be at Prospect Hill only.

A glimpse of last year's fireworks in Waltham:

What's everyone else doing?

Newton:
Fireworks start at 9 p.m. at the Albemarle Field/Halloran Sports Complex
But the day starts much earlier:
Morning events
10 a.m. – Noon, Newton Centre Playground at Tyler Terrace.
Free event for children ages 3 – 12 years. There plenty of activities for the family: Think: Grande Pet Parade, Decorated Doll Carriage Promenade, Teddy Bear Parade and Foot Races. Free ice cream, candy and drinks complete the morning celebration – courtesy of Cabot’s Ice Cream.
Afternoon/Evening Events
Noon – 10 p.m. – Albemarle Field/Halloran Sports Complex
There will be kiddie amusement rides, craft vendor booths, food vendor booths, face painting and other children’s activities. Check out www.newtoncommunitypride.org for details.

Brookline doesn't set off fireworks, but there are two prime spots people go to see Boston's display. Check out Cory Hill Park or the top of Larz Anderson. But get there early to find a good spot. In recent years the trees have obstructed some of the view from Cory Hill Park, but you can still glimpse a bit of them on a clear day if you're feeling it.

Boston:

Boston July 4th Fireworks and the Pops event will feature Queen Latifah and Arlo Guthrie this year along with the Texas Tenors, Amanda Mena of Lynn and the Tanglewood Festival Chorus. Plus the traditional military flyover and Keith Lockhart conducting. Oh, and fireworks begin at 10:30 p.m. and are slated to last about 20 minutes.

Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

Planning a celebration for the Fourth? Check out epic July Fourth essentials like red, white and blue swag, patriotic games and luminous LED lights to ensure your party is the best in the USA.

Patch reporter Jenna Fisher can be reached at Jenna.Fisher@patch.com or by calling 617-942-0474. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram (@ReporterJenna).