Boston Patriots' Day 2026
PATRIOTS' DAY IS MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026
This year, Patriots' Day includes a combination of in-person experiences and virtual historical commemorations. Check out Boston's top Patriots' Day events and activities below!
Patriots' Day Parade in Lexington
Back to Top of ListPatriots’ Day is Lexington Day. The events of that morning in April, 1775 are an integral part of the DNA of our town and have been marked with remembrance since 1776 and with celebration at least since the Centennial in 1875. That year there were so many people who came to see President Grant and the parade that it was difficult to move through the town.
Boston Marathon
Back to Top of ListThe world's largest annual marathon, The Boston Marathon, will be held on Patriots' Day, April 20, 2026.

Boston Marathon
Concord Museum
Back to Top of ListCelebrate the start of the American Revolution by exploring artifacts in the museum - Admission is free on Patriots' Day.
Virtual: Collection - The Concord Museum will transport you back in time through eye-witness artifacts, including one of the two Lanterns that signaled Paul Revere to begin his ride, and multi-media animations that bring this pivotal moment in our nation’s history to life. Be sure to visit the April 19, 1775 galleries at the Concord Museum! Check out Concord's Visitor Center for more information about museums, historic sites, and other fun activities.
Concord is a small town that helped shape a nation. Sixteen newly redesigned and interactive galleries serve as a gateway to this remarkable town. From the “shot heard round the…
Minute Man National Historical Park
Back to Top of ListThe opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life at Minute Man National Historical Park as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the American revolutionary spirit through the writings of the Concord authors.
Learn about the people and events of April 19, 1775, and the places that witnessed history.

Patriots' Day Minutemen in Lexington, MA
Freedom Trail
Back to Top of ListThe famous Freedom Trail is a 2.5-mile red-brick trail through Boston’s historic neighborhoods that tells the story of the American Revolution and beyond. From the Old North Church to Faneuil Hall, and through resonant burying grounds, visit the temples and landmarks of the Revolutionary Era.
Action Tour Guide offers a GPS self-guided audio tour of Boston's Freedom Trail, fully narrated mobile apps available for download.
Bringing your pooch? Boston’s 2.5 mile path has plenty of green spaces along the way, making it one of the more pet-friendly attractions in Boston!
Boston Red Sox Home Game
Back to Top of ListThis Boston Patriots' Day tradition will continue this year! The game takes place against the Detroit Tigers at Fenway. First pitch is at 11:10 am.

Fenway Park
Upcoming Events
Back to Top of List- Lexington Visitors Center
- Recurring daily
Let our costumed guides transport you back in time to 1775 as they share the events that occurred on this hallowed ground over 240 years ago, at the very start of the American Revolution. Discover the everyday people – the original patriots - who stood up for what they…
Located in historic Lexington, MA -- birthplace of American liberty -- the Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area's only Relais & Châteaux property, sits steps from the Lexington Battle Green where the "shot heard 'round the world" ignited the American Revolution. To honor the…
- Hancock-Clarke House, Lexington
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 Jonas Clarke, cousin to…
Located in historic Lexington, MA -- birthplace of American liberty -- the Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area's only Relais & Châteaux property, sits steps from the Lexington Battle Green where the "shot heard 'round the world" ignited the American Revolution. On this day…
Michael Lepage brings Boston’s favorite patriot vividly to life. Learn about the details of his Midnight Ride, his many children, and his work as a gold and silversmith. Talks begin at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30pm.
- Boston Foundation Monument
Join Hub Town Tours for a special commemoration of the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere that began in Boston on April 18, 1775! We'll travel the Freedom Trail in Downtown Boston and the North End and share the gripping story of a small colonial town careening toward war with the…
- Lexington
The parade starts at 2pm at Massachusetts Avenue and Maple Street in East Lexington, proceeding west along Massachusetts Avenue through Lexington center, left onto Worthen Road ending at the town pool parking lot.
- Lexington Battle Green
On the night of April 18th, 1775, over 700 British soldiers were sent from Boston to Concord to destroy a store of ammunition and other supplies for an anticipated war. As dawn approached on the fateful following morning, the town militia of Lexington stood in anxious…
Diane Lent brings to life Harriet Revere, one of Paul Revere’s 16 children. Join her in reminiscing about her father’s dramatic life, the adventures of her many siblings, nieces, and nephews, and growing up in the historic North End. Performances begin at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 PM.
On April 20, 2026 at 11:05am, the Boston Red Sox host the Tigers. For accessibility information and other general questions, check out this Fenway information guide. Enjoy your experience at Fenway Park!
- Lexington Visitors Center
On our 90-minute Liberty Ride Trolley Tour, an entertaining and knowledgeable guide in authentic period dress will provide you with historically accurate information about the Battles of Lexington and Concord, as well as everyday life in Colonial America. While travelling in our…
Boston Marathon
The 2026 Boston Marathon will be held on April 20.
Fenway Park Events
Get pumped for Fenway tours, Sox games, live concerts, and more.
