Bunker Hill Day 250th Anniversary – Event Lineup, Information, and Funding

This year the Bunker Hill Day Parade is on Sunday, June 15th, and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate leading up to the big day. We can’t wait to commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill EXTRA BIG this year, for the 250th anniversary! Below are all the ways you can participate and contribute funding to the festivities! Also, be sure to follow Caught in Charlestown, the parade committee, and Bunker Hill Associates on Instagram for the latest updates.

Bunker Hill Day Events!

250 Gala by Bunker Hill Associates

Friday, May 2, 2025 | 7 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street

Let’s come together to celebrate our history and community in style. Get your tickets before they’re gone! Every dollar raised goes right back into the community—funding free events for Charlestown families throughout Parade Week.

Get dressed up for an unforgettable evening filled with dinner, dancing, and incredible music by Dennis Taylor and DJ Macca! Huge thank you to Taylored Events for helping Bunker Hill Associates bring this idea to life!

Dueling Mayor Fundraiser

Friday, May 16th | 7 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street

For the first time in Charlestown’s mayoral race history, the candidates are throwing a party together to benefit the Bunker Hill Day Parade! It’s just $25 per ticket, or $250 per table. You can expect to see DJ Macca behind the booth while enjoying drinking games and raffles. All proceeds go towards funding the parade!

Swiftie Sunday at Warren Tavern

Sunday, May 18th | 12 to 3 p.m. at Warren Tavern

Get ready for a Warren Tavern Sunday Funday dedicated to all things Taylor Swift! The suggested donation is $20, and all proceeds will go to Baby Boyle for 2025 Charlestown Mayor (which funds the Bunker Hill Day Parade Committee). Your donation will include a bag of Swiftie goodies for the event! Text Sean (617) 784-4519 to reserve your spot.

Touch-a-Truck

Sunday, June 8th | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Schrafft’s Center (529 Main Street)

Bunker Hill Flag Raising and Hero Square Roll Call

Charlestown March Against Drugs

Peter Looney Night

Mayor Wu’s Age Strong Luncheon

General Joseph Warren’s Hero Square Dedication

Bunker Hill Associates Family Feud 

Eden Street Park Night/Charlestown’s Got Talent

Edna Kelly’s Annual Doll Carriage Parade

Flag Burning Ceremony

Charlestown Calling

Bunker Hill Day Breakfast

Info to come!

Bunker Hill Day Parade

Ways to Contribute!

Vote for Mayor

Make your voice heard and vote for Charlestown’s next mayor! This year, Sean Boyle and Mimi Alperovich are running. It’s $1 per vote via Venmo, and all proceeds go directly to funding for Bunker Hill Day celebrations. Venmo seanboyle324 for Sean and mimi.alperovich for Mimi!

Buy some Merch

Gear up for the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill! Limited edition parade sweatshirts are here — choose your style, color, and design. Orders due by May 1, 2025, available before June 1, 2025. They are $50 each, just Venmo @Katie-Gill-6. All proceeds go directly to the Battle of Bunker Hill Parade!

Purchase a Parade Commemorative Wreath

Back by popular demand for the 250th! Celebrate the legacy with a Battle of Bunker Hill Parade Commemorative Wreath hung in town — for just $30. You can include your name, business, or a loved one’s name on the wreath. All proceeds support the parade! To order, text or call Patty Kelley at 617-241-7776.

Plant a Liberty Tree

To commemorate these historic events,  are seeking private property owners who will partner with BHMA to plant a 250th Anniversary Commemorative “Liberty Tree, as a living tribute to our history and the founding of our country.
We are grateful for our partnership with the Massachusetts Audubon Society who graciously granted
BHMA funds to make this important enhancement to Charlestown’s tree canopy for these historic remembrances.
Funding was provided by the Boston Tree Alliance through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).