Patriots’ Day Award Ceremony & VO250 Arch Lighting

Join us for the Patriots' Day Award Ceremony recognizing recipients of the Lexington Minute Men Scholarship, White Tricorne Hat, Minuteman Cane, and Pat Flynn Outstanding Youth Award, followed by the lighting of the VO250 Arch in recognition of community-wide volunteer service. Kicks off a full weekend of Patriots' Day celebrations in Lexington.

Patriot Vigil at Old North Bridge

As darkness descends on the North Bridge battlefield, gather to reflect on the events of April 19, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony features a lantern-light procession, poetry, music, and a recitation of the names of soldiers who gave their lives. The path from the North Bridge Visitor Center to the bridge will be lit with 122 luminaries. Participants wishing to join the procession should bring their own real candle lantern.

Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment (VIP Available)

Hancock-Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington

Witness the reenactment of Paul Revere's famous midnight ride at the historic Hancock-Clarke House. Real horses. In collaboration with the Lexington Minute Men, Lexington History Museums is offering a first-ever VIP experience for $250 (only 40 tickets available), including photo opportunities with Paul Revere, Sam Adams, and other reenactors, plus special merchandise.