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HOUSTON — As organizers prepare Eleanor Tinsley Park for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations, several streets in downtown Houston will be closed starting Wednesday, July 2, with more closures planned for the holiday itself. Drivers are urged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use alternate routes to avoid delays. Street Closures for July 4 Festivities Wednesday, July 2, 7 a.m The City of Cambridge is notifying residents, businesses, and visitors of multiple temporary street closures throughout Fourth of July weekend due to several large community events. These include the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, the Fourth of July Weekend Block Party and Vintage Market, and the US Army’s 250th Birthday celebration. What’s open, what’s closed on July Fourth in Mass. By Sarah Mesdjian Globe Correspondent,Updated July 1, 2025, 8:25 a.m. Chelmsford, MA — The Chelmsford Police Department is issuing the following traffic advisory to inform residents and visitors of scheduled road closures and parking restrictions associated with the 2025 Independence Day celebrations. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, seek alternate routes, and expect delays in the affected areas. June 27, 2025 Traffic Advisory Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website and information on the MBTA may be found online. Here's what to know. How bad will traffic be on the 4th of July? AAA Northeast stated in a release that a record 61.6 million people will travel by car, 1.3 million more road travelers and a 2.2% Numerous road closures are scheduled for Philadelphia ahead of the July 4 holiday. Nationally, 71 million Americans are expected to travel this July Fourth, including about 1.9 million people in Massachusetts, according to AAA Northeast. Here's a traffic forecast for the busy July 4th Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular Information: Road Closures; Prohibited Items & More CAMBRIDGE -- Listed below are the pedestrian, parking, and traffic restrictions that will be in place in Cambridge for the 2024 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. What to know for July 4 in Boston: Fireworks time, TV channel, streaming info, and more 2025 Fourth of July weekend events. BOSTON — If you’re planning to hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday, MassDOT is advising that you plan ahead and expect increased volumes of traffic. MassDOT has created a travel forecast, using traffic data, for the Fourth of July holiday period. The following vehicular and pedestrian traffic restrictions that will be in place for Boston’s July 4th celebration. All roadways will remain closed (unless noted otherwise) until the Department of Conservation and Recreation has an opportunity to clean the roadways. The free Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will take place on Friday, July 4. Gates to the coveted “Oval” viewing area will open at noon, with attendees encouraged to arrive early to secure a prime spot. The Boston Pops concert, conducted by Keith Lockhart, will begin at 7 p.m., an hour earlier than last year. The fireworks display over the Charles River will start around 9:40 p.m Here’s the full list of cities, march routes, and road closures to know for Free America weekend, as per a report by Newsweek. Check out the Women's March website for a map and a list of all the events happening. Road closures and traffic delays are expected in the downtown area throughout the day. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and consider using public transportation. The Macy's July 4th fireworks return this Friday, and here's the full list of expected street closures for the celebration. Special events taking place as part of the City of Boston’s annual July 4th celebration will require prohibiting vehicle traffic and restricting parking on select local streets in Boston. People coming into the City to enjoy the festivities are strongly encouraged not to drive their personal vehicles. Information on Blue Bikes, the regional bike-share service, can be found on the Blue Bikes BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is advising travelers to plan ahead and expect increased volumes of traffic for the Fourth of July holiday period. If traveling, MassDOT recommends utilizing “real-time” travel tools, checking holiday schedules for public transportation, and planning trip departure times and routes based on available information. “Fourth Posted on June 30, 2025 The MBTA today announced that fares will again be free this year on bus, subway, ferry, Commuter Rail, and the RIDE on Friday, July 4, 2025, after 8:30 PM. Boston is regularly predicted to host over a million visitors for the July 4 holiday. To accommodate increased ridership, the MBTA is encouraging travelers to plan their commute in advance and reminding riders of its Boston is set for cultural events and July 4th celebrations, with traffic restrictions and parking bans citywide.
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