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Rocknoceros joins us as our Guest DJ with a Songs About America Episode. The musical trio explore their record collections to find tunes that celebrate, illustrate, and even criticize the Land of the Free. Starting with the Chuck Berry-inspired rock ‘n roll of the 1950s, the selections quickly span the decades that followed and the various styles that continue to thrive today. Join in the fun as the band members discuss the people and places that help make American music what it is, with a few asides about lemonade stands and Irving Berlin.
While visitors to Eastern Massachusetts can walk the Freedom Trail, learn about the Boston Tea Party, or tour the home of Paul Revere, folks in Western Massachusetts can explore the history of the American Revolution by witnessing historical reenactments of major battles, visit memorials to the cause’s courageous soldiers, and commemorate the war for American Independence through community celebrations such as fireworks, parades, annual events, and local resources.
Hilltown Families and Mass Appeal (a weekday, hour-long lifestyle program on NBC) have teamed up to offer a live monthly segment on WWLP 22News! Each month, community-based education specialist and Hilltown Families’ Founder, Sienna Wildfield, joins Mass Appeal hosts to talk about ways to engage in your community while supporting the interests and education of your children (and yourselves!).
This monthly segment continued on Monday, June 24, 2019, with Sienna and Danny talking about hos Independence Day can support both interests and education as well as strengthening civic pride and a sense of place.
4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA for 2018
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Below is our comprehensive list of events, parades, and fireworks celebrating Independence Day throughout Western MA for 2018. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location, and costs before attending.
Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events every Thursday for a comprehensive list of family and community events happening in Western MA. Subscribe to our free eNewsletter and have an update sent to your inbox every Thursday!
JUNE 29, 2018
Holyoke – Dusk/9:15 PM Holyoke Community College | 303 Homestead Avenue (Rain Date 6/30/2018)JUNE 30, 2018
Chicopee – 9:30 PM Szot Park – Front Street (Rain Date 7/1/2018)
Ware – 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Greenville Park – Church St. at Walter Dr. – The show will be preceded by a concert that begins at 5:00 pm. The fireworks are scheduled to start at dusk, or about 9:00 pm.
Webster – 9:30pm – Webster Lake
Westfield – 9:15 PM – South Middle School Field – 30 W. Silver St. (Rain Date 7/1/2018)JULY 2, 2018
Worcester – 9:30 PM – Cristoforo Colombo Park (East Park) on Shrewsbury Street (Rain Date 7/3/2018)JULY 3, 2018
East Longmeadow – 9:30 PM – East Longmeadow High School
South Hadley – 9:30 PM – 100 Mosier StreetJULY 4, 2018
Agawam – 9:30-10pm PM – Six Flags – All active and retired Military will get in the park for FREE. Just show valid identification and enjoy FREE entry July 2- July 4.
Amherst – 9:30 PM McGuirk Stadium at UMASS Amherst
East Longmeadow – 10 AM – July 4th Parade – It will start at the high school, move through the center onto North Main St, and finish at Hanward Hill at the middle school.
North Adams – 9:30PM – Joe Wolfe Field
Pittsfield – Between 8:45-10:00 PM – Pittsfield Cemetery Property – Wahconah Street (Rain Date 7/14/2018)JULY 6, 2018
Greenfield – 9:30 PM Beacon Field (Rain Date 7/7/2018)JULY 7, 2018
Everett - Dusk/9:00 PM Glendale Park
Otis – 9:15 PM Otis Reservoir – 410 Tolland Road (Rain Date 7/14/2018)
Uxbridge – 9:00 PM McCloskey M.S. – 62 Capron Street
[Photo credit: (ccl) James Jordan]
While visitors to Eastern Massachusetts can walk the Freedom Trail, learn about the Boston Tea Party, or tour the home of Paul Revere, folks in Western Massachusetts can explore the history of the American Revolution by witnessing historical reenactments of major battles, visit memorials to the cause’s courageous soldiers, and commemorate the war for American Independence through community celebrations such as fireworks, parades, annual events, and local resources.
To follow is a preview of events, parades & fireworks happening to celebrate the 4th of July for 2017.
4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA for 2016 To follow is a preview of events, parades & fireworks happening to celebrate the 4th of July for 2016. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location and costs before attending. Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events every Thursday for a comprehensive list of family… Read More
From the state where the American Revolution began, families can take part in the multitude of Fourth of July celebrations happening in western Massachusetts beginning this weekend! Fireworks are happening in Holyoke on Friday, June 26, and four more displays are planned for Saturday, June 27. On the eve for July 4th, you can catch fireworks in East Longmeadow or South Hadley, and then on Saturday, July 4th, fireworks and parades take place across the region, from North Adams to Springfield!
Every 4th of July the Hilltown Family Variety Show (HFVS) celebrates with a birthday episode, not only because of the national holiday, but because its the birthday of our co-host, Persephone. Now turning 12, she started co-hosting the show when she was only 4 years old! Here’s our archived Birthday Episode from back in the day! Enjoy!
A day punctuated by fireworks, 4th of July is a day of historical reflection where families gather together in patriotic unity. In Western MA, there are so many events being held that get to the essence of what the holiday meant in a historical sense, and where it has brought us today as a nation.
When holidays like this come along, it offers a valuable historical education opportunity for the entire family to experience. Check out what’s happening in your community…
Our list of Weekly Suggested Events is up and there are FIREWORKS to be had! Fourth of July celebrations begin this weekend with a full schedule of fireworks and parades later in the week on Friday, July 4th! Make your summer plans to get out and about in the area. Check out list to discover fun and educational events happening in western Massachusetts, along with announcements, upcoming events, links, resources, the HFVS podcast, and ticket giveaways to Green River Fest and Circus Smirkus!
From the state where the American Revolution began, families can take part in the multitude of Fourth of July celebrations happening in Western MA! Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events for a comprehensive list of family and community events happening in Western MA and make plans!
Discover fun and educational events happening this week in Western Mass, along with announcements, upcoming events, links, resources and the HFVS podcast. SUGGEST AN EVENT If you have a community event, educational program or service opportunity for youth/families happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, self-post your event at any time on our “Suggest An Event” bulletin board. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time… Read More
Swamps to Camp Fires. Rockets to Origami. Fireworks to Hometown Parades. Hieroglyphics to Bridges… These are just a few of the learning highlights we’re featuring this week! Peruse our list below and make plans to get out into your community and learn while you play! HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 4th of July Highlights! From the state where the American Revolution began, families can take part in the multitude of 4th of July celebrations happening… Read More
Discover fun and educational events happening this week in Western Mass, along with announcements, upcoming events, links, resources and the HFVS podcast. SUGGEST AN EVENT If you have a community event, educational program or service opportunity for youth/families happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, self-post your event at any time on our “Suggest An Event” bulletin board. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time… Read More
4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA To follow is a preview of events, parades & fireworks happening to celebrate the 4th of July for 2013. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location and costs before attending. Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events every Thursday for a comprehensive list of family and community… Read More
Fourth of July celebrations are abundant this weekend and on Wednesday. Discover parades and places to view fireworks in the region with our 2012 Fourth of July Celebrations & Fireworks resource page. But fireworks aren’t all the excitement that will be happening this next week. There are plenty of opportunities for kids to continue learning at the many community-based educational events, or just to be entertained with a slew of kid performances. … Read More
Discover fun and educational events happening this week in Western Mass, along with announcements, upcoming events, links, resources and the HFVS podcast. SUGGEST AN EVENT If you have a family friendly event or educational program happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, post your event on our “Suggest An Event” page. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening,… Read More
Chesterfield Celebrates 250 Years! The Hilltown of Chesterfield (population just over 1,200) is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year! To celebrate, the town is hosting a full week of celebratory community events (from July 1st-7th). The events begin with opening ceremonies at Russell Field at 9am on July 1st, followed by a 4 mile run/1 mile community walk. Other events taking place throughout the week include opportunities to learn about local history,… Read More
4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA To follow is a preview of events, parades & fireworks happening to celebrate the 4th of July. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location and costs before attending. Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events on June 28th for a comprehensive list of family and community events… Read More
2012 Fireworks Listings are HERE 2011 Fourth of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA To follow is a preview of events & fireworks happening to celebrate the 4th of July. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location and costs before attending. Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events on July 1st for a comprehensive list… Read More
Making Memories There’s nothing better than a good old red white and blue, wrapped yourself up in an American flag, July fourth holiday. And nothing says July fourth better than a parade and fireworks. This year proved to be one of the best. Our little village puts on a real-home-town parade, replete with sirening fire engines, antique cars sporting American flags, proud selectmen, a tiny marching band, baseball players, prancing miniature ponies,… Read More
LISTEN TO PODCAST 8th Birthday Episode Featured Video: “Figure Eight” by They Might Be Giants Saturday from 9-10am & Sunday from 7-8am July 3rd & 4th, 2010 WXOJ LP – 103.3 FM – Valley Free Radio Northampton, MA listen NOW | listen on WXOJ | archived shows/podcasts | request a song | subscribe to free podcast | contests & giveaways | myspace | facebook | twitter Sugar Free Allstars – “Hey Now,… Read More
Discover fun and educational events happening this weekend in Western Mass, along with announcements, upcoming events, links, resources and the HFVS podcast. SUGGEST AN EVENT If you have a family friendly event or educational program happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, post your event on our “Suggest An Event” page. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening,… Read More
63rd Annual Independence Day Parade 2010 Chesterfield, MA The Town of Chesterfield will host its 63rd annual Independence Day Parade on Sunday July 4th. This year’s parade promises to be better than ever bringing fun and family attractions that have made this event a Hilltown tradition. See photos from last year’s parade here. The parade will feature bands, floats, animals, clowns, antique and collectable cars and fire and emergency vehicles. Activity Schedule:… Read More
2013 Fourth of July Celebrations & Fireworks Celebrating 4th of July in Western Massachusetts with the Family in 2010 From the state where the American Revolution began, families can take part in the multitude of Fourth of July celebrations happening in Western MA. Only in Massachusetts can you travel the freedom trail, tour the home of Paul Revere and be a part of where America’s independence began. In Western MA, families and visitors… Read More
Listen to Podcast from 2008: 4TH OF JULY BIRTHDAY EPISODE Hilltown Family Variety Show WXOJ LP – 103.3 FM – Valley Free Radio Northampton, MA July 4th, 2009 New Podcasts ♦ Archived Podcasts ♦ Subscribe to Podcast Radio ♦ Facebook ♦ Twitter PLAYLIST Kool & The Gang – “Celebration” [Celebration] Charity and the JAMband – “Cake” [Rock Your Socks Off] Suzi Shelton – “So Long Chocolate Cake” [Simply Suzi] Justin Roberts – “It’s Your… Read More
Click HERE for the 2010 4th of July Schedule 2009 Fireworks & More in Western Massachusetts Here is a schedule of firework displays and parades happening in Western Massachusetts. Click on the listing to find out more information. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening. Looking for family events during the day on the 4th of July? Check the comment box below for… Read More
Nicolas Frischer of Chesterfield, MA writes: “Let Freedom Ring” will be the theme of this year’s July 4th parade and promises all the fun and family attractions that have made this event a Hill town tradition since 1947. The parade which starts at 10:30am will feature marching bands, floats, animals, clowns, fire and emergency equipment and as always, one of the best displays of antique and classic automobiles. Activities in town center… Read More
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