Still on a July 4th high? Get your fireworks fix with this roundup from the big weekend around town. So many great pic's tonight! The weather cooperated! #BostonJuly4th #Boston pic.twitter.com/JQUZW6SVtP — Charlie Abrahams (@Charlesabrahams) July 5, 2016 Few quick edits of tonight's Boston July 4th fireworks show over the Charles River. #BostonJuly4th @universalhub pic.twitter.com/asrCvn4uDa Read More…
Everyone assumed they were on, but then it was announed they’re off. But, this week the Mayor’s Office said the New Year’s midnight fireworks over Boston Harbor are officially back on. “I am grateful for the City of Boston Credit Union for stepping up and sponsoring this year’s midnight fireworks,” said Mayor Walsh. “I know how Read More…
The Battle of the Barges fireworks show over Labor Day weekend brought back dueling barges to Boston Harbor lighting up the waterfront from end to end. This video shows a bit of the show and the how the North End and Seaport anchored barges were synchronized. The fireworks were organized by The Boston Harbor Association as the Read More…
Bringing back dueling fireworks, the Boston Harbor Association and several private sponsors, hosted a classic “Battle of the Barges” spectacular not seen in Boston since the year 2000. Fireworks barges anchored off the North End and Seaport illuminated the sky with synchronized volleys of lights and fury, all set to music broadcast live on MAGIC 106.7 and televised Read More…
A spectacular Sunday night fireworks show (perhaps even better than July 4th) over Boston Harbor marked the Queen Mary 2’s evening departure from Boston to New York City for the final leg of her 175th Anniversary tour. The visit of Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 reflects on Boston as the company’s first port of call in the U.S. and the Read More…
After a long day and near the end of their procession on Sunday afternoon, devotees to Madonna delle Grazie take a break at the Gassy park for celebratory fireworks. Watch the scene in this short video clip. More photos to come soon. Check the Feasts category for updates. Check the latest schedule for upcoming processions Read More…
Early morning on 12 July, Queen Mary 2 will sail into Boston, Massachusetts, the company’s first port of call in the U.S. and the home of its first North American headquarters. The visit is part of Cunard’s 175th worldwide anniversary celebrations with a commemorative Transatlantic Crossing departing from Liverpool, England, paying tribute to the original voyage made Read More…
Here are some photos of the fireworks as seen from the North End and downtown rooftops. After the first few minutes, most of the fireworks were unfortunately engulfed by black smoke. Some folks would also say they were obscured by the selection of pop music this year. All in all, it was still a great show. Read More…
The North End / Waterfront area misses out on having July 4th fireworks over the harbor (just wait until Labor Day weekend!). Fortunately, the Esplanade fireworks are really big and you can see them from many North End rooftops. Here is a how last year’s display looked as seen from the neighborhood. Move and drag the Read More…
New Year’s 2015 festivities were in full swing throughout the North End / Waterfront with revelers enjoying ice sculptures and the big fireworks show at midnight over Boston Harbor. Here are some photos from New Year’s Eve. Photos by Matt Conti. Photos by Matt Conti.
On the hot summer night of Monday, Labor Day, there were plenty of neighbors outside to enjoy these fireworks over the North End. Thanks to Dr. Joe Mendola for sharing the video.
Summer on the Waterfront is once again bringing fireworks back to Boston Harbor for an end of summer celebration over Labor Day weekend on Saturday, August 30, 2014, 9:00 p.m. Lead sponsor is Boston Harbor Cruises with support from the Boston Harbor Hotel, Boston Globe and City of Boston. This is the second year that Read More…