We're excited to host a variety of musical acts at The People’s Stage at The Steps during Boston Harborfest!
You can enjoy live music from the The 215th Army Band of the Massachusetts Army National Guard! The 215th Army Band is one of America’s premier military music ensembles. For over 60 years, this exceptional group of citizen-soldiers has entertained audiences across New England and around the world—delivering powerful performances that showcase the Army’s proud musical traditions, inspire patriotism, and build lasting connections through the universal language of music. We are proud to present a full afternoon of powerful music by America’s bravest men and women.
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m: 215th US Army Band 2:00 p.m: Commonwealth Brass Quintet 3:00 p.m: Liberty Wind 3:30 p.m: Minuteman Brass 4:00 p.m: Official Party
Guests can also enjoy appearances from the William Diamond Junior Fife and Drum Corps! Experience the unmistakable sound of America’s revolutionary spirit with a performance by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps as part of Boston Harborfest and the 250th Anniversary Celebration. Founded in Lexington in 2001 and named in honor of William Diamond—the young drummer who stood on Lexington Green at the opening of the American Revolution—this remarkable youth ensemble preserves one of the nation’s oldest musical traditions through authentic wooden fifes, rope tension drums, and period-inspired uniforms. Comprised of musicians ages 8–18, the Corps brings history to life with precision, energy, and extraordinary musical talent. Recognized as the largest junior fife and drum corps in New England, the William Diamond Juniors have performed across the United States and internationally, carrying the sounds of early America to audiences around the world. Their Harborfest appearance offers a fitting tribute during this historic anniversary year—connecting today’s audiences with the rhythms that once marched alongside the birth of a nation.
TheWilliam Diamond Junior Fife and Drum Corps will perform at the following locations:
• Old City Hall on School Street • In front of Walgreens across from Old South Meeting House • In front of the Old State House • The "Steps" at Franklin & Washington Street
