
Patriots Day 250th anniversary schedule: When to catch parades, reenactments and more
Here’s a lineup of events to take place during the Patriots Day festivities as the 250th anniversary of the first Revolutionary War battles approaches.
April 16:
The American Revolution: An Evening with Ken Burns Presented by the BSO & GBH in Boston – A preview Burns’s film, musical performances, and more at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Hall. Followed by screenings in Concord and Lexington on April 17.
April 17:
Patriot Vigil in Concord – A lantern-light procession, recitation of the names of American Revolution soldiers, music and more at 7:30 p.m. at North Bridge.
April 18:
Isaac Davis Trail March Commemoration in Acton – A march commemorating the start of the Revolutionary War at 6:30 a.m. at the Isaac Davis homestead at 39 Hayward Rd.
Paul Revere’s Ride to Revolution Commemoration in Boston – A tour of the Freedom Trail to commemorate Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride at 8 p.m. at the Paul Revere House in North Square.
250th Anniversary Lantern Service in Boston – A lantern service will honor the “one if by land, two if by sea” lighting at the church at 7 p.m. at Old North Church.
Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride Reenactment in Lexington – A free live reenactment at 10 p.m. at Hancock-Clarke House.
“Shadows of 1775” play in Lynnfield – An original play about the story of Lynn End at 7 p.m. at Centre Congregational Church Chapel.
April 19:
Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington – A live dawn reenactment at 5:15 a.m. at Lexington Battle Green.
Dawn Salute in Concord – A live reenactment at 6 a.m. at North Bridge. Followed by parade and block party.
USS Lexington Ceremony – A free celebration of the five U.S. Navy vessels named for “USS Lexington” at 9 a.m. at the USS Lexington Memorial.
2025 Patriots’ Day Parade in Lexington – A parade starting at 2 p.m. along Massachusetts Avenue. Followed by Lexington Bicentennial Band Concert.
18th Century Encampment and Muster in Agawam – An encampment and militia muster at 10 a.m. at the Thomas Smith House.
Commemoration and Reenactment in Norwood – An event to honor 60 South Dedham (present-day Norwood) American Revolution soldiers at 10 a.m. at Old Parish Cemetery.
March to Concord from Sudbury and Townsend – Reenactments starting at 5 a.m. at Sudbury Town Hall and 11 a.m. at the Townsend Common.
Candlelight Tribute in Westford – A tribute at 7 p.m. at Westlawn Cemetery.
April 20:
Battle of Menotomy Reenactment in Arlington – A commemoration at 2 p.m. at Mass Ave and Grove Street.
April 21:
Battle Road Anniversary Hike in Concord – A 4-mile guided hike of the Battle Road trail to Fiske Hill at a time and location provided to registered participants.
Old Scituate Reacts: Patriots Day 1775 Interactive Play in Norwell and Scituate – A play at 11:00 a.m. at First Parish of Norwell and 1:30 p.m. at First Parish of Scituate.
More information on holiday public transit can be found at the MBTA website 250th Celebrations Guide.
A full guide of Patriots’ Day weekend events and commemorations can be found at massachusetts250.org.