Fireworks Near Me: Marblehead's 4th of July 2021

MARBLEHEAD, MA — Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day.

July 4 is almost here, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening around Marblehead so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 near Marblehead:

July 4 Festivities

What: Fireworks
Where: Boston Common
When: July 4, 10:30 p.m.

All eyes will be on Boston for the return of fireworks there as most communities have canceled their displays, mostly due to a lack of planning time and an unwillingness to host so many people right now.

The fireworks are at Boston Common, not the Esplanade, and will follow the Boston Pops' 8 p.m. performance in Tanglewood, a music venue in Western Massachusetts.

The Marblehead Fireworks and Harbor Illumination committee said in late May that while the lifting of coronavirus-related restrictions would allow for an event this year, there were concerns that since most other area communities had already canceled their fireworks events having one in
Marblehead would bring overflow crowds of visitors to the town.

But the good news is the Horribles Parade is back for 2021 starting at 9 a.m. at National Grand Bank. So decorate those bikes, scooters, carriages, houses along the route and more, and come on down.

The nearest fireworks will be Monday night at 9:30 over Gloucester harbor.

More Patch Coverage: Marblehead Horribles Parade Returns For 4th Of July 2021

How To Keep People And Pets Safe During 4th Of July Fireworks

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.