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BOSTON (WBZNewsRadio) - The holiday weekend is here and there is plenty to do. Whether you're ready to hit the beach or catch a fireworks show, there's something for everyone.
FRIDAY June 30th
This year marks 250 years since the Boston Tea Party and that patriotism will be celebrated over the four-day festival through out the city of Boston. There will be live performances from jazz to rock, puppet shows, historical-shows, Chowderfest, "Patriotic Poochapalooza," and a fashion show put on by Macy's.
A full schedule of events can be found here.
It's the final weekend to check out the so-called World's Biggest Bounce House in Topsfield. With a giant inflatable castle and obstacle course, there's something for the whole family.
The fun runs through July 2nd. Tickets $22-$45.
Lexington Lions Club Carnival And Fireworks
The carnival returns to Lexington at Hastings Park for a weekend of fun, games and delicious eats. Tickets are available for entry and unlimited rides ($30-45)
Roxbury International Film Festival
It's also the final weekend of the Roxbury International Film Festival, which "celebrates people of color from around the world."
For a full list of events, click here.
SATURDAY July 1st
Chinatown Main Street Summer Festival
Summer is in full swing in Boston's Chinatown neighborhood with live performances, arts and crafts, food and vendors of all sorts celebrating the Fourth of July weekend.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Chinatown Gate.
Stars & Stripes Over Framingham: Family Fun & Fireworks
The annual Stars & Stripes Over Framingham event is back for the first time in more than 23 years. With more than a dozen food trucks slated to show up at Barbieri Elementary School, there will be no need to pack a dinner to this family-friendly event.
5 p.m. - 10 p.m. At Farm Pond Park
SUNDAY July 2nd
Quincy's Spectacular Patriotic Celebration
The "City of Presidents" is celebrating big this weekend with a massive Patriotic Celebration on the Hancock Adams Common from 4 p.m. through 8 p.m. on Sunday. With performances by the Northeast Ceremonial Navy Band and local guest vocalists, families are encouraged to bring a blanket to the Common and take a load off. There will also be a handful of traditional lawn games like tug-of-war, relay races, and potato sack races.
Swampscott Strawberry Festival
Nothing says summer quite like a juicy, red, ripe strawberry. Swampscott is celebrating all things Strawberry with it's annual Strawberry Festival and Parade. Kicking off around 4 p.m., with the parade expected to take off around 5, there will be a kids' area, vendors, food trucks and music with Brain Mae starting at 6 p.m.
TUESDAY July 4th
Catch a game at Fenway
The Red Sox are hosting the Texas Rangers for a special Fourth of July game. And of course in Red Sox Merch-style, there will be a special Fourth of July themed bucket hat giveaway.
First pitch is at 1:35, tickets still available, starting at $46.
The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
No one does the Fourth of July quite like Boston and this year's event at the Hatch Memorial Shell is sure to be a memorable one. En Vogue is set to take the stage, along with the U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus. Around 10:30 p.m. BSO Conductor Keith Lockhart will lead the Pops in the traditional performance of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, as the fireworks light up the sky along the Esplanade.
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