It was a mad dash to the Hatch Shell as people rushed to claim their space for the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular.

Here's what you need to know about Fourth of July fireworks and celebrations in Boston. This year, the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will be on Friday, July 4. The concert is schedule to begin at 7 p.m. and the fireworks will start at 9:40 p.m.

If you're heading to Boston on Friday to see the Independence Day fireworks and concert (or if you'd like to watch the festivities from home), here's everything you need to know.