Fourth of July Planner

Updated: June 23, 2008

Celebrate Fourth of July in Boston: Find local fireworks displays, Independence Day events and the best outdoor restaurants and bars.

On this page:Fourth of July Events in Boston, Boston Outdoor Restaurants and Bars.

Fourth of July Events in Boston

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Fenway Park
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    4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215 (map)

    The Sox will be out of town, but you can take in a tour of the team's beloved ballpark.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Dante
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    40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142 (map)

    For gourmet, Modern Italian fare and a killer view of the Charles, Dante is hosting a six-course, chef's tasting dinner (6pm, $140 per person, not including beverages). For a cheaper, but no less scenic, option the patio will be open for drinks at 7:30pm ($20 cover).

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average Marina Bay Beach Club
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    314 Victory Rd, Quincy, MA 02170 (map)

    The Marina Bay hot spot formerly known as WaterWorks is hosting an all-day bash on the 4th (1pm-1am, $40), complete with celebrity DJs and guests.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Kings
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    50 Dalton Street, Boston, MA 02115 (map)

    On the 3rd, from 9pm-2am, this popular Back Bay bowling lounge is hosting an indoor beach party (no cover charge), featuring free bowling, billiards and other festivities.

  5. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Spirit of Boston
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    200 Seaport Blvd, Ste 75, Boston, MA 02110 (map)

    Luxury vessel is hosting a fireworks dinner cruise, complete with a DJ and dancing, on the 4th (7:30pm-11:30pm, $99.90 per person).

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended U.S.S. Constitution
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    Boston National Historical Park, Charlestown, MA 02129 (map)

    Watch the world's oldest commissioned warship head out for its annual harbor cruise at 1pm on the Fourth of July.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Odyssey Cruises
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    60 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 (map)

    Popular cruise service is offering a special lobster clambake lunch cruise on the 4th (12pm-2pm, $54.90 per person).

Boston Outdoor Restaurants and Bars

  1. 8 3.5 Star Rating: Average Stephanie's on Newbury
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    190 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)

    Serving sophisticated comfort food

  2. 9 4 Star Rating: Recommended Joe's American Bar & Grill
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    279 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)

  3. 10 3.5 Star Rating: Average 33 Restaurant and Lounge
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    33 Stanhope St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)

    A decor as stylish as the well-dressed clientele meshes with an eclectic, international menu of contemporary cuisine.

  4. 11 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Barking Crab
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    88 Sleeper St, Boston, MA 02210 (map)

  5. 12 3.5 Star Rating: Average Tia's
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    200 Atlantic Ave (Marriott Long Wharf), Boston, MA 02110 (map)

    Large outdoor patio entices after-work drones and searching singles with a magnificent waterfront view.