Looking to get out and enjoy a local Independence Day celebration?

Check out the guide below for a list of area offerings

Amherst:

  • NO fireworks this year
  • July 4th at 10:00am the Amherst Independence Day parade kicks off at Wilkins School, get there early to grab a good spot around the Village Green!  Stick around the Green after the parade for many family-friendly activities including farm animals, clowns, art show, crafting demonstrations, food, music and more. 
  • Full list of events and contact information HERE

New Boston:

  • July 4th beginning at 10:00am the 95th Annual New Boston 4th of July Parade steps off from atop High Street and makes its way through downtown and out River Road. 
  • Beginning at 4:00 the Fairgrounds open for the evening festivities with opening ceremonies and firing of the historic Molly Stark Cannon. Food, games, entertainment and music are available right up until the fireworks begin at 9:30  **Admission is $10 for ages 12 and up, $5 ages 2-11, under 2 is free. Don’t forget to bring bug spray and blankets/chairs!
  •  More info here

Greenville:

  • Thursday, July 3rd Vendors, food and music beginning at 8pm at the town field, 15 Adams St.
  • Don’t miss the “Light up Greenville” parade
  • Fireworks begin at 11:20
  • All the details here

Merrimack:

  • Patriotic Concert in the Park begins at 6:30 at Abbie Griffin Park
  • Sparkler 5k Road Race begins at 8am at Merrimack High School,
  • Pancake Breakfast at the High School 8-11am,
  • 4th of July parade steps off at 1:00 from the Commons Shopping Plaza,
  • Fireworks at Merrimack High School begin at 9:15
  • Find all the details HERE

The following towns will also have FIREWORKS:

  • Hampton: 7/4 (9:30 p.m.) at the beach, near B, C Streets  *Hampton Beach has fireworks every Wed. night this summer beginning at 9:15!)
  • Keene: 7/3 (after the Swamp Bats game) at Alumni Field
  • Manchester: 7/3 (9:30 PM) at Arms Park; rain date 7/5
  • Nashua: 7/4 (Dusk) at Holman Stadium
  • Weare: 7/8 (Dusk) in Weare Center