Frequently Asked Questions

Public lots will open at 4 p.m. Do not arrive early, as you may be turned away.

There will be public parking at Cushing Memorial Park. 

The entrance to these 2,500-plus parking spaces will be off Dr. Harvey Cushing Way. Spaces are free and first come, first served.

There will also be parking at Keefe Technical High School. These spaces are free. The only entrance for that parking will be on Fountain Street. You cannot access Keefe or Cushing parking lots from Winter Street.

See the maps in English, Spanish, & Portuguese for parking locations and how to access them.

Yes. There is a parking lot at the intersection of Dudley Road and Dr. Harvey Cushing Road with about 140 spaces, plus there are scores of additional spaces at Loring Arena.

These parking spaces are first come, first served.

There are viewing areas for those with disabilities near the stage, tennis/basketball courts near Loring Arena, and Cushing Memorial Chapel. Please bring chairs.

Yes. Parking is prohibited on Dr. Harvey Cushing Way, Fountain Street, and Winter Street. Vehicles parked on those roads may be towed.

Parking on side streets off of Winter Street is restricted to the odd side of the road. Vehicles parked on even sides that could impact emergency vehicles are subject to being towed. Framingham Police will be enforcing parking rules during this event.

Dudley Road will be closed from Dr. Harvey Cushing Road to Fountain Street for all vehicles from 4:30  p.m. to midnight.

This event is a permitted event approved by the Police Department, Fire Department, and Parks and Recreation Department. These permits grant us control over the closed stretch of Dudley Road, the sidewalks, and the parks. Only approved food trucks that have received event permits will be allowed to operate in this area.

Spectators entering this permitted event are strongly discouraged from bringing any of the items listed below. Anyone carrying large items or bags should be aware that they may be subject to search by law enforcement.

Prohibited Items:

• Weapons or items that may be used as weapons, including firearms, knives, mace, etc.

• Backpacks or similar items carried over the shoulder

• Suitcases, rolling bags, or rollers

• Coolers (Soft-shell coolers are allowed but are still subject to search)

• Alcohol, glass containers, or cans

• Flammable liquids, fuels, fireworks, or explosives

• Containers capable of carrying more than 1 liter of liquid

• Handbags, packages, or bulky items larger than 12" x 12" x 6"

• Tents, beach umbrellas, or canopies

• Boats, kayaks, inflatable rafts, or paddleboards

• Costumes that cover the face or bulky outfits that extend beyond the body’s perimeter

• Props (including sporting equipment and military or fire gear)

Additionally, public safety officials request your assistance in maintaining a No-Drone Zone. The use of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) is strictly prohibited within the event area unless authorized by the Framingham Police Department.

Bicycles (pedal, electric, or motorized) are not allowed to be ridden within the event area. They are encouraged as transportation to and from the event and may be secured at designated bike parking areas.

• Please utilize the Reunification and First Aid Area at the MRC tent if needed.

• Please do not litter.

• If you see something, say something.

Yes! Food trucks will be on-site, offering a variety of food and drinks for purchase.

Service will begin around 5:00 p.m. and continue until the fireworks begin.
Please note: Food and drink service will not be available after the fireworks.

As part of the celebration of Framingham’s 325th Anniversary, the Veterans Council will be giving away 1,000 cupcakes—first come, first served!

Confirmed and approved by the Framingham Health Department are:

Dessert Trucks

• Eastleigh Farm Ice Cream
• Moo-Licious, The Mooving Cookie Bakery
• Kona Ice of Framingham
• Atrevete a probar “piña colada booth”
• Refreshin' Concessions
• Boston Nut Roasters (at Loring Arena)
• Berrysweets
• Velma's Kettle Corn
• Boston Events Ice Cream

Savory Trucks

• Roadhouse Grille
• All-purpose bakery & Grill
• FGF Gluten Free
• Trolley Dogs
• Birds Nest Italian Street Food
• Sabrosa Venezuela Inc.
• Atrevete a probar
• The Cod Squad
• Papi’s Stuffed Sopapillas
• Taco Dude
• Mr. Gourmet
• Boston Events (multiple vehicles)

At Long Baseball Fields next to Albie's Sound Truck

• Big Ts
• Uhlman's Ice Cream
• Uncle Joey's Cannoli

• Please bring sunscreen and bug spray.
• Feel free to bring blankets & chairs.
• You may also bring your food and drink from home as the wait time for food trucks may be long

 Entertainment on the stage will begin at 5 pm—fireworks to follow.

Fireworks are scheduled to go off after 9 p.m

 The fireworks will be ignited from a barge in the middle of Farm Pond. 

No boats, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, or inflatable devices will be allowed in Farm Pond, per Framingham Fire and Framingham Police, who will be patrolling the water.

Viewing areas include Farm Pond Park, Cushing Memorial Park, Long Field Complex, and other areas along the pond. 

The baseball complex fields, Farm Pond Park, and portions of Cushing Memorial Park will be open for chairs and blankets. 

Individuals will be prohibited from being on the train tracks or the aqueduct path.

Yes. The fireworks will go off about 400 feet in the air, above most of the treeline around the pond. Cloud conditions, however, may impact the visibility of the fireworks.

About 20 minutes

No.

If there's lightning, the fireworks may be delayed. Rain won't prevent the fireworks from happening. However, if winds exceed 20 miles per hour, the fireworks will be postponed until the wind speed drops below 20 miles per hour.

Yes. The Medical Reserve Corps will have a Reunification Area and First Aid tent located in the front of Barbieri Elementary School along Dudley Road. EMS will also be on-site.

Yes, there are portable bathrooms & accessible bathrooms located throughout the area. (See maps in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. for those locations.)

The Stars & Stripes Over Framingham event will be recorded by Access Framingham TV (AFTV) and aired at a later date on the following AFTV cable channels:

• Astound HD Channel 1100
• Astound (RCN) Channel 3
• Comcast Channel 9
• Verizon Channel 43

The event will also be broadcast live on the Access Framingham YouTube channel.

An FM radio broadcast will also be available in the immediate area (channel TBD).

The City of Framingham is partnering with Keep Framingham Beautiful (KFB) on litter prevention strategies to help keep our community clean. While efforts are being made to reduce waste during the event, some litter is inevitable.

KFB will lead a community cleanup of the entire Dudley Road area on Saturday, June 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

If you can help, please sign up using the form below. Your support makes a big difference!

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