This Week at Harvard: Independence Day Edition

Hey Harvard!

It’s now officially summer, and while many of you are probably toiling away at internships by day and relaxing by night, there are still many fun events in Harvard Square and beyond (especially for July 4th weekend).

Tuesday, June 27

Farmer’s Market at the Science Center Plaza, 12 to 6 p.m.

The Farmer’s Market at Harvard runs every Tuesday from noon to 6 p.m. throughout the summer, and offers something for everyone, from fresh produce to meats to yummy sweets.

Wednesday, June 28

MassChallenge Startup Showcase at the Innovation and Design Building in Boston, 6 to 8 p.m.

This seems like a quintessential Harvard event: startups, tech, networking...and, even better, the event is free. Hop on the T after work and check it out. (Red Line, then Silver Line to Drydock Ave. at Design Center.)

Thursday, June 29

Spray Pool Opening Day Celebration at the Boston Common Frog Pond, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A great way to cool off (perhaps during a lunch break). Come celebrate with other Boston and Cambridge-area residents and families. (Red Line to Park Street.)

Friday, June 30

Cambridge City Dance Party at Cambridge City Hall, 7 to 11 p.m.

Go with all of your friends, or go by yourself and meet others who are staying in Cambridge! There will be a DJ and a lights launch after dark.

“Stalker” Premiere at Brattle Theatre, showings at 3:15 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

“Stalker” will be at Brattle Theatre for the coming week, but grab opening night tickets for this show and get comfortable in this historic theater with friends.

July 4 Weekend

Braintree Fourth of July Celebration, Saturday, July 1, all day

Take the Red Line to the very end (not to Ashmont, though!) and celebrate the Fourth of July early, complete with a parade, food trucks, and fireworks in the evening.

Lexington Annual Fourth of July Carnival, June 30 to July 4, various times

Unleash your inner child at Lexington’s annual carnival this weekend, complete with food and games. Fireworks on Monday, July 3 in the evening.

Boston Harborfest, June 29 to July 4, various times

Explore Boston with a variety of free and ticketed events celebrating America’s (and Boston’s) rich history. There are also opportunities to explore Faneuil Hall, the Boston Harbor islands, and more.