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July 4th Festivities in the Acton-Lexington Area

Local Independence Day carnival, parade, picnics and fireworks!

By Barbara Evangelista, Publisher June 19, 2025

Here's our list of 2025 Independence Day celebrations and fireworks in the Acton-Lexington area! 


Wednesday, July 2

Lexington

The annual Fourth of July Carnival is open today from 6-11 PM at Hastings Park with fireworks at approximately 9 PM.


Thursday, July 3

Lexington

The annual Fourth of July Carnival is open today from 6-11 PM at Hastings Park.  


Friday, July 4

Acton

Acton's Independence Day celebration features live music and entertainment starting at 5:00 PM, with fireworks at approximately 9 PM.  Gates open at 5 PM.

Concord

The annual Picnic in the Park takes place at Emerson Field from 11 AM to 4 PM with games and fun activities.

Lexington

The annual Fourth of July Carnival is open today from 1-11 PM at Hastings Park.

Lincoln

The annual 4th of July road race, celebration and parade start at 8:30 AM.  


Saturday, July 5

Lexington

The annual Fourth of July Carnival is open today from 1-11 PM at Hastings Park.


Sunday, July 6

Lexington

The annual Fourth of July Carnival is open today from 1-6 PM at Hastings Park.



Visit the July 4th Guide in our sister edition Macaroni Kid Lowell for more information on Lowell, Dracut, Groton, Pepperell, Tewksbury and Chelmsford festivities.



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