Battle of Lexington: Boston Patriots Day Reenactment & Activities 2025

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Dates:	Saturday, April 19, 2025 - Monday, April 21, 2025
Hours:	5:05am - 2pm
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Special Events

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Patriot's Day is on Monday, April 21, 2025 which marks 250 years since the Battle of Lexington and the start of the American Revolution.

The traditional Patriots' Day events will still take place, including the sunrise reenactment on the historic Lexington Battle Green, the annual 5-mile run, and the afternoon parade; however, all of these events will occur on Saturday, April 19th, 2025.

Watch as history unfolds the story of our nation's fight for freedom in Lexington! Celebrations are back to being in person this year, and the week will still be packed with live programming for the whole family.

Each year in mid-April, thousands of people flock to historic Lexington and Concord and Minute Man National Historical Park to celebrate Patriot's Day.

Patriot's Day is a special Massachusetts State holiday commemorating the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War, April 19, 1775. The entire weekend is celebrated with parades, reenactments and commemorative ceremonies.

Patriots' Day 2025 extends beyond a single day. The celebration started in April when the Lex250 Commission kicked off a 365-day countdown. Numerous events and activities are planned leading up to Patriots' Day. You can find a complete schedule and details on the official Lex250 website.

Paul Revere’s Arrival in Lexington
Thursday, April 17 at 7:00 PM
Lexington Depot

Dawn Salute
Friday, April 18 at 5:30 AM
Lexington Battle Green

Tower Park Battle Reenactment
Saturday, April 19 at 4:00 PM
Tower Park, Lexington

Parker’s Revenge Battle Reenactment
Sunday, April 20 at 1:00 PM
Minute Man National Historical Park

Battle of Lexington Reenactment
Monday, April 21 at 5:30 AM
Lexington Battle Green

Patriots’ Day Parade
Monday, April 21 at 2:00 PM
Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington

Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment – Lexington Stop
Tuesday, April 22 (Time TBA)
Buckman Tavern

Colonial Crafts for Kids
Wednesday, April 23 (Time TBA)
Lexington Historical Society

Children’s Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
Saturday, April 26 | Choose from 10:00 – 11:15 AM or 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
$10 per child

*Schedule subject to change*

About Patriot's Day
Every April on the third Monday of the month, the Battle of Lexington is commemorated and a moving tribute is paid to those patriots who first fell on Lexington Green on the morning of April 19, 1775. A full range of activities is planned that include historical reenactments, parades, pancake breakfasts, and a road race.

Beginning just before midnight Sunday night, the drama begins with the arrival of Paul Revere on horseback to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock that the British Regulars have left Boston and are on their way towards Lexington and Concord.

The highlight is the reenactment of the Battle of Lexington, performed by members of the Lexington MinuteMen Company and His Majesty's Tenth Regiment of Foot. Staged annually at 5:45 A.M. every April on the third Monday of the month, the event evokes the revolutionary spirit that signaled the start of the American Revolution.

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early at all events for best viewing. Be part of the story through the reenactment of Paul Revere's ride, followed by day-long events.

In addition to Patriots Day, this April Monday also features events like The Boston Marathon, One Boston Day, and marks the kickoff of April School Vacation Week in Boston. Check out our handy guides to stay in the know about fun things to see & do.

Find more Patriots Day events going on near Boston in our guide to things to do on Patriots Day, as well as our overview on other exciting Boston April Events.

WEBSITE

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www.lexingtonma.gov/851/Patriots-Day-2025

LOCATION

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Lexington Green, Lexington, MA map

TIPS

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- No backpacks or large containers where possible
- Use clear or mesh bags to carry personal items
- Do Not leave bags or containers unattended
- Items left unattended will be removed from public areas by police
- No Ladders, stepstools or large scaffolding

REVIEWS

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British 273 Lexington 0 worse than Redsox

I keep telling myself this is the year the Minutemen take the whole thing and every year the Brits chase us out to Concord and I lose $100. We need new management. Captain Parker is overrated.

Battle Of Lexington - Patriots' Day Reenactment

My daughter and I were finally going to have a view of the battle this year! We were to the left of the statue, about the third row of people from the ropes and could see the green in between other peoples' heads. The militia men were on the field and the redcoats had just positioned themselves, when, just before the first shot, a crowd of people to the right of the statue ran onto the green, escorted by 3 or 4 police officers, and totally obscured our view! I don't know if they were Lexington police or who the people were but when the battle was over, these officers told the angry crowd it was over and to move along. How disappointing!!