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Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment

Hancock-Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, United States

Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th, 1775. Paul Revere and William Dawes, fellow Sons of Liberty, rode hard from Boston, arriving in town just before midnight. Their destination: The home of Reverend Clarke. Their mission: To warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British […]

Reenactment of Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride

Hancock-Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, United States

Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th, 1775. The day before, Paul Revere and William Dawes, fellow Sons of Liberty, rode hard from Boston, arriving in town just before midnight. Their destination: the home of Reverend Jonas Clarke, cousin to patriot leader John Hancock. Their mission: To warn John […]

Patriots’ Day at the Concord Museum

Concord Museum Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, United States

Free admission (9:00 am – 5:00 pm), including access to the immersive April 19, 1775 galleries to see the original lantern from Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride and the new special exhibition Whose Revolution. A family-friendly encampment of Revolutionary Living History (10:00 am – 5:00 pm). Billerica Colonial Minutemen will drill with muskets, cook over […]

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Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington – Lexington Patriots’ Day

Lexington Battle Green 1625 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, United States

A tribute to those patriots who fell on Lexington Green on the morning of April 19, 1775. Since 1971, the Lexington Minute Men have recreated the birth of American liberty on Lexington Common, also known as the Lexington Battle Green, at 6 AM on Patriots’ Day. First proclaimed as a public holiday in Massachusetts in […]

250th Anniversary Battle Road Tactical Demonstration

Minute Man National Historical Park 174 Liberty St, Concord, MA, United States

Welcome to the 250th Commemoration Saturday, April 19, 2025, will mark the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, the opening battles of the American Revolutionary War. It was here that British Colonists bravely defended their ideals of liberty and self-determination. Join us for this momentous occasion, when many events are planned throughout […]

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Concord Visitor Center Concord Visitor Center, 58 Main St, Concord, MA, United States

6:00AM: DAWN SALUTE 8:30AM: PARADE STEP OFF 9:30AM: OLD NORTH BRIDGE CEREMONY MIDDAY: PARADE CONCLUDES POST PARADE: ONGOING EVENTS IN TOWN CONCORD MUSEUM: Free admission all day 7:30-8:45PM: CONCORD250 “PATRIOTS LIGHT, including DRONE SHOW at 8:15PM Click here for info on April 19 Weekend road closures, parade maps, transportation, parking and FAQ.

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APRIL 19 PATRIOTS’ DAY: 6:00AM: DAWN SALUTE 8:30AM: PARADE STEP OFF 9:30AM: OLD NORTH BRIDGE CEREMONY MIDDAY: PARADE CONCLUDES 2-7PM: CONCORD250 BLOCK PARTY CONCORD MUSEUM: Free admission all day 7:30-8:45PM: CONCORD250 “PATRIOTS LIGHT, including DRONE SHOW at 8:15PM

USS Lexington Ceremony

USS Lexington Ceremony 1875 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, United States

Join us for a special USS Lexington Ceremony commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the historic clash that ignited the American Revolution​. On the morning of April 19, 1775, colonial militia and British Regulars exchanged the “shot heard ’round the world” on Lexington Green, marking the very beginning of America’s fight for […]

Concord River Whitewater Rafting Season 2025

Concord River Greenway (Lawrence St.) 1001 Lawrence Street, Lowell, Lowell, MA, United States

Rafting season starts April 19th! Around here, you don’t need to look far to find adventure. We’ve been hosting whitewater rafting trips down the Concord River since the early 1990s. You’ll travel down three sets of class III/IV rapids – twice! Want to take on the Concord? BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE with our partners at Zoar […]

American Elm Tree Dedication in Honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, United States

Hosted by the Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, this public ceremony will include a tree dedication service, U.S. Flag rituals, patriotic music by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps, and participation by the Lexington Minute Men. The event will take place on the lawn behind Buckman tavern in Lexington […]

Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch

The Groton Inn The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, United States

The Easter Egg Hunt returns to the Lawn at The Groton Inn and Forge & Vine! Gather your family for a morning of delicious bites and springtime fun. To ensure an enjoyable experience for all ages, the egg hunt will be divided into two waves: Children 5 and over will begin at 10:30 AM on […]

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Savings Pets In Need With Spin Fluff Cotton Candy & The Wash Spaw Self Dog Wash

The Wash Spaw Self Service Dog Wash located at 313 Littleton Road, Chelmsford, MA will be hosting Spin Fluff Cotton Candy, outside on our side walk (or inside next door if raining), and they will be spinning up yummy fresh-spun cotton candy! Prepackaged cotton candy will be available for take-home - and great for those […]

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