What To Do Around Westwood: Fourth of July Celebrations Already Beginning

Celebrations are already in swing for the Fourth of July, almost a week ahead of the actual holiday. But staying at home during Covid has underscored a lesson  - we're taking advantage of any reason to celebrate, and making the most of each occasion!

For an easy and carefree Fourth, take a look at Westwood Minute's curated list of local, accessible activities. No need to deal with stressful traffic or wonder what to do when you have so many local options nearby.

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Braintree Day: 50th Anniversary 4th of July Celebration - Sat July 1 11:45 am

At Braintree's 50th annual Fourth of July Celebration, the visitors will find a parade, food trucks, and live music. Activities include a petting zoo and Crossfit inspired challenges. [more details]

Independence Day Celebration - Sun July 2 6:30 pm

Irish Cultural Centre

It's free admission at this celebration that offers inflatables and kid activities, music, and fireworks.  [more details]

Monday Matinee: Devotion - Mon July 3 2:00 pm

Westwood Main Library

A showing of the movie, Devotion, reminds us of the sacrifices paid for the freedoms that we celebrate on the Fourth of July. The film is suitable for adults. It focuses on the U.S. Navy's most celebrated wingmen during the Korean War.  [more details]

Needham 4th of July Celebration - Mon July 3 5:30 pm

Memorial Park

Children's entertainment, food, a pie-eating contest and music precede fireworks, which begin at 9:15 p.m. [more details]

Walpole Night Before the 4th - Mon July 3 6:00 pm

East Walpole Fire Station (parade start)

Walpole has hosted its celebration for over 50 years, and despite some funding challenges, this year is no exception. A fair begins immediately after a parade. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:30 p.m. [more details]

July 4th Celebration in Newton - Tue July 4 10:00 am

Newton Centre Playground & Albermarle/Halloran Field

Free kids activities in the morning are followed by a carnival with craft fair, vendors, food trucks, and live music. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:10 p.m. [more details]

Needham July 4th Grand Parade - Tue July 4 9:00 am

Needham Town Common

Needham Town Hall marks the beginning of the parade route. Children are invited to gather earlier no later than 8:45 a.m. with a decorated bike, or to simply walk, in a Children's Parade.
[more details]

July 4th, A Norwood Tradition - Tue July 4 1:00 pm

Coakley Middle School (parade start)

Norwood's celebration includes a Children's Bicycle, Tricycle, Doll Carriage and Historic Character Parade, a Carillon Concert and a Firecracker Road Race. [more details]

Frog Pond Spray Pool - Daily 11:00 am

Boston Common

Looking for a way to beat the heat between now and Labor Day? The Boston Common Frog Pond Spray Pool  is free and open from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily until Labor Day, depending on the weather. [more details]

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