Before the first firework bursts over East Park or the opening notes of the “1812 Overture” echo through Institute Park, Worcester peeps are already full on into celebrating.
This year marks the nation’s 250th birthday, and Worcester is preparing to commemorate the milestone with two of its most enduring summer traditions: the city’s annual Independence Day celebration at East Park and the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra’s Patriotic Pops concert and fireworks at Institute Park.
Together, the events are expected to draw thousands of residents and visitors for a long holiday weekend filled with music, community gatherings and fireworks displays…