Boston Harborfest 2026: Full Schedule

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9:00am EDT

Friday July 3, 2026 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT

Want to learn more about the world’s oldest commissioned warship still afloat? Come visit the USS Constitution Museum during Boston Harborfest!

The Museum features interactive programs and exhibits that are perfect for all ages and will be open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the summer. Visitors can also enjoy a round of mini golf, available daily. It’s a fun, hands-on way for families, friends, and Harborfest visitors of all ages to add a little play to their visit while exploring the stories of “Old Ironsides”. On July 4, the Museum will host a Navy Yard Party with family-friendly programming and live music. Stay tuned for more details as we approach July!

Plan your visit at usscm.org/

Daily: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Friday July 3, 2026 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
USS Constitution Museum

Freedom Trail®

10:00am EDT

Massachusetts State House Tours

Friday July 3, 2026 10:00am - 3:30pm EDT

Massachusetts State House

Come see what’s under the golden dome – free tours of the Massachusetts State Capitol! Guided State House Tours are offered weekdays 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM, and it's recommended to call ahead to schedule tours, 617-727-3676.

Closed weekends and holidays.

Mon – Fri, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Photo credit to NPS

Friday July 3, 2026 10:00am - 3:30pm EDT
Massachusetts State House

Freedom Trail®, Free

10:00am EDT

Freedom Trail® Tours

Friday July 3, 2026 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT

Freedom Trail

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Tours highlights the revolutionary history that took place at 11 of the historic sites of the Freedom Trail, including Boston Common, Massachusetts State House, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Ground, King’s Chapel, Site of the first Public School, Old Corner Bookstore, Old South Meeting House, Old State House, site of the Boston Massacre, and Faneuil Hall. Begins at the Boston Common Visitor Information Center and concludes at Faneuil Hall or begins at Faneuil Hall ArtsBoston Booth and concludes at Boston Common.

Immerse yourself in Boston’s rich history, experience official Freedom Trail historic sites, and enjoy official 90-minute
Freedom Trail® tours led by 18th-century costumed guides.

From Boston Common Visitor Info. Center: Daily, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (on the hour)

ArtsBoston Booth: Daily, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM

You can learn more at TheFreedomTrail.org.

Photo credit to Freedom Trail

Friday July 3, 2026 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Freedom Trail

Freedom Trail®, Not Free

12:00pm EDT

Pedal Boats from Charles River Boating Company ($)

Friday July 3, 2026 12:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

Boston Children's Museum

Charles River Boat Company offers five unique pedal boats on the historic Fort Point Channel: Dragon, Flamingo, Duck, Blue Heron, and Pelican. Easy to use and fitting up to five people, these boats are perfect for a family adventure or a floating hangout with friends. Your captain's chair is waiting.

• $25 per boat for 30 min
• $35 per boat for 45 min
• Daily from 12pm until 30 minutes before sunset
• Available Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
• Excludes 5% MA Convention & Facilities Surcharge

Friday July 3, 2026 12:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress Street Boston, MA

Boston Children's Museum, Not Free

1:30pm EDT

North End Paul Revere Tours ($)

Friday July 3, 2026 1:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

Freedom Trail

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This tour highlights the revolutionary history that took place along the Freedom Trail in the North End including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church and Copp’s Hill Burying Ground. The tour may be taken as a standalone tour or as an extension to the Walk Into History Tour. Begins at Faneuil Hall ArtsBoston Booth and concludes at Copp’s Hill Burying Ground.

ArtsBoston Booth: 1:30 & 2:30

Friday July 3, 2026 1:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Freedom Trail

Freedom Trail®, Not Free

2:00pm EDT

Christopher Columbus Park Music and Activities

Friday July 3, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT

Christopher Columbus Park

Join us in Christopher Columbus Park to jam out to live music:

Air Force Band Performance (2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
Army Band Performance (5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)

Friday July 3, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Christopher Columbus Park 200 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA 02110

Christopher Columbus Park, Free

2:00pm EDT

Re-Enactors & Entertainment

Friday July 3, 2026 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Summer St. Stage

An array of local performances across all musical genres will perform from a stage, while historical re-enactors and costumed entertainers will engage with visitors to the area. Free for all to enjoy!

Friday July 3, 2026 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Summer St. Stage

Downtown Crossing, Free

7:00pm EDT

Writing a Revolution: The Letters of John & Abigail Adams 1773-1776 ($)

Friday July 3, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

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From the “destruction of the tea” to the Declaration of Independence, witness the founding of a nation through the eyes of one of colonial America’s most iconic couples. John Adams will take part as a delegate in the First and Second Continental Congresses in Philadelphia, while his wife, Abigail, remains in Massachusetts as the American Revolution begins. Their correspondence allows a window into the conflicts, the struggles of the people, the tedious nature of the Congress, and a loving marriage.

This July, we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation. The letters of John and Abigail Adams reflect their lived experiences through this tumultuous time, and allow us to witness history in the making.

Refreshments and an assortment of cookies and scones available for purchase.

Run time is two hours with short intermission.

This performance takes place in Abigail's Tea Room at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum located at 306 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the performance begins promptly at 7:00 p.m..

Friday July 3, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum 306 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, Not Free