Sticking around for the Fourth of July holiday? It’s a great chance to celebrate with some festive fun at home with family, friends, and neighbors.

Boston Moms has everything you need to create some incredible memories this year! In this guide you’ll find our tried-and-true recommendations for fun crafts, backyard activities, and family-friendly recipes, plus resources for teaching your children about Independence Day, finding local fireworks shows, and shopping local businesses for red, white, and blue apparel!

Get in the spirit with some RED, WHITE, and BLUE apparel and accessories from these LOCAL businesses!

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Boston Moms has been hard at work perfecting the BEST family-friendly Fourth of July recipes for you and your family.

Boston is a city rich with American history! Read more about the major events that shaped our city and our country by clicking the image here.

Did you know? In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read to the people of Boston for the first time from the balcony of the Old State House. Most years, this is recreated for Boston residents to watch and celebrate!

So many towns and cities in Greater Boston put on amazing local fireworks shows, plus parades, concerts, antique car shows, carnivals, and food! Click below for our roundup of all the local Fourth of July events you could dream of!