Seasonal & Holidays

Northborough's 4th Of July Events: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Northborough.

NORTHBOROUGH, MA — July 4th is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue 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 Northborough so you can start planning now.

The forecast for Independence Day shows warm and comfortable temperatures with the night time settling into the 70's. Northborough doesn't have any fireworks shows scheduled, so you'll have to leave town if you want to end your night with a bang.

If you're celebrating in Natick:

Natick's Fourth of July Parade

Find out what's happening in Northboroughfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

What: 64th Annual Natick 4th of July Parade

Where: Parade starts at Wilson Middle School and travels down Route 27 to the Natick Common and concludes right after St. Patrick’s Church.

Find out what's happening in Northboroughfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

When: Thursday, July 4 9:00 a.m.

This year's parade will celebrate Natick's Diversity. The morning will kick off with the Natick High School a cappella group performing near the grand stands in Natick Center. Then spectators can sit back and cheer as the floats, cars, and bands parade by. This year, the parade is welcoming back many traditional participants, such as the Aleppo Shriners, Camp Arrowhead, Natick Organic Farm, and the Eclipse band, and introducing several first-time floats and community groups.

Natick Children's Parade

What: Children's Fourth of July Parade

Where: Natick Common

When: 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 1

The days leading up to the parade will be fun-filled as well, with a Children's Parade taking place at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 1. The Children's Parade will go around the Natick Common and feature games and music. People are welcome to stay at the common after the parade for a concert.

If you're celebrating in Milford:

July 4th Festivities

What: Milford's 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade

Where: The parade starts at the IHop on Rte. 109 at the intersections of Routes 109 and 16 and follows Rte. 16 into town, ending at Draper Park

When: 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 4

The parade was started just last year to honor Independence Day. Featuring floats and classic cars, the parade is open to everyone, even including a bicycle brigade full of children and decked out red, white and blue bikes. The parade honors one citizen, dubbed "Milfordian of the Year" who stands out as selflessly contributing to make Milford a better place. This year the parade will honor Milford Police Chief Thomas O'Loughlin.

The town will also start the celebrations a day early with fireworks at 10 p.m. on July 3rd at Plains Park. The rain date for the fireworks show is July 5th.

If you're celebrating in Weston:

Annual Fourth of July Family Fun Day

What: Weston's Annual Fourth of July Family Fun Day

Where: Memorial Pool, Alphabet Lane, Weston

When: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on July 4

Be sure to stop by the pool to celebrate the USA and check out the all-day patriotic events, games, and attractions. DJ Mike will be on hand to play poolside music and lead games such as limbo, freeze dance, and more. The aquatic staff will be on hand to lead water games and raft rides.

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.

SHOP HERE!

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Northborough