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It’s here! Happy Bunker Hill Day weekend!! Here’s the event lineup for the weekend:

Charlestown Brewing Co’s Grand Opening

Starting Friday, June 13th | 4pm at The Yard Charlestown at Hood Park

This summer, Charlestown Brewing Co. is turning up the volume on fun, flavor, and community at The Yard Charlestown at Hood Park. Beginning this Friday, the brewery’s summer-long outdoor pop-up will run every weekend through August, featuring craft drinks, live music, mini golf, local food vendors—and a mission to give back.

Guests can expect an immersive outdoor experience with a 9-hole mini golf course, live music performances, Charlestown Brewing Co. merch, and a full lineup of beverages from some of New England’s best brewers and distillers. The pop-up is free to attend, both dog- and family-friendly, and includes up to three hours of free parking inside the Hood Park Garage. Hours of operation are Fridays and Saturdays from 4–10 PM and Sundays from 12–8 PM.

Drink offerings include pours from Wachusett Brewing, Harpoon, Smuttynose Beer Company, and Island District Cocktails. Throughout the grand opening weekend (June 13 – 15), participating breweries will host giveaways, offering guests a chance to win branded gear and exclusive prizes. Read even more about it here!

Revolution Ignited by The Charlestown Preservation Society

Friday, June 13th | 5:30 – 9 p.m. in City Square Park
The Charlestown Preservation Society invites you to Revolution Ignited, a spirited public celebration launching the Bunker Hill 250 commemoration week—continuing Boston’s and the Nation’s observance of America 250! Join neighbors, local leaders, and honored guests for an evening of live music, local food trucks, and an exciting showcase of events and stories. Prima is offering a special takeout menu as well!

Edna Kelly’s Annual Doll Carriage Parade

Saturday, June 14th | 10 a.m. at the Training Field
Share the creative joy in this themed parade for children with prizes and activities. More information to come about this year’s exciting celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill! Sponsors: Bunker Hill Associates and David M Whelan Scholarship.

Flag Burning Ceremony

Saturday, June 14th | 11 a.m. at the Training Field
Sponsored by JW Conway Post 26 American Legion.

Charlestown Calling

Saturday, June 14th | 12 p.m. at Bunker Hill Monument, Training Field, and Winthrop Street
Get ready for an epic neighborhood block party! Enjoy local vendors, music, food, + free activities for kids. Sponsors: Mayor Michelle Wu, Bunker Hill Associates, and All Roads Charlestown

Bunker Hill Bar Crawl

Saturday, June 14th | 12 to 8 p.m. and includes…
  • Urban Wild
  • Charlestown Yard
  • Warren Tavern
  • Monument
  • Waverly
  • Prima
  • Blackmoor Bar & Kitchen
  • Sullivans Public House
  • Dovetail
  • Brewer’s Fork
  • The Anchor
  • Pier 6
Alongside Charlestown Calling, All Roads Charlestown presents… the Bunker Hill Bar Crawl!! From 12 to 8 p.m. make your way around Charlestown’s hottest bars and toast to its history. There will be a free shutter sponsored by Hood Park, and you can find details on its stops below (which include Hood Park, City Square, Navy Yard at Gate 4, Bunker Hill Street at Polk Street, and Main Street at Whole Foods). Check out the map in our full event roundup!
It’s a go at your own pace bar crawl! You can get a stamp card and koozie at kickoff or any participating restaurant. If you stamp at least 5 locations, you can enter into a raffle for restaurant gift cards! For more info or questions, contact Sean at (617) 784-4519.

Harbor side Summer Kickoff to celebrate Bunker Hill 250!

Saturday, June 14th | 8 p.m. at Pier 6

Head to Pier 6 to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill and kick off the summer!!! Wear your red, white, and blue and enjoy patriotic themed cocktails while enjoying the backdrop of the Boston skyline! Hosted by Pier 6 and Bunker Hill Associates.

Bunker Hill Day Breakfast

Sunday, June 15th | 8 a.m. at Courageous Sailing (Pier 4 Blvd)

Join Bunker Hill Associates for a historic morning in Charlestown as we celebrate the 40th Annual Bunker Hill Day Parade Breakfast — marking 40 years of the Bunker Hill Associates and the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill!

We’re especially proud to welcome keynote speaker Brigadier General Rizzo back home to Charlestown to help us commemorate this milestone. This year’s breakfast is more than tradition — it’s a tribute to the past, a celebration of community, and a reflection on two and a half centuries of courage and sacrifice. Limited tickets available!

Bunker Hill Road Race

Sunday, June 15th | 10:30 a.m. start 

The 56th annual Battle of Bunker Hill Road Race will take place on parade day, June 15th, at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on celebrating one of the biggest days Charlestown has seen in decades!

Bunker Hill Day Parade

Sunday, June 15th | 12:30 p.m. start at corner of Bunker Hill Street & Chelsea Street 
The Bunker Hill Parade commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, the armed services, and the essence of American heritage while celebrating our historic neighborhood of Charlestown! One of the longest-standing parades in the United States, this event serves as a bridge between commemoration and celebration, dating back to 1786. This year’s festivities will be extra big as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill! Check out the parade route and read everything you need to know, here!
Featured photo via @calancahill.photography

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