Sharon Recreation Department

06/22/2026

Our celebration now has an official app. Schedule, map, and live updates for July 3rd at Memorial Park Beach all in one place. Apple -> https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sharon-independence-day/id6763053109 Android -> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sharonma.july4th Sharon July4 www.sharonjuly4.org

06/22/2026

As a reminder, Lake Massapoag beach operations will be closed Monday, June 22nd and Tuesday, June 23rd due to high school student parking in the park. We will resume daily beach operation on Wednesday, June 24th and from that date forward we will be open daily for the season. If you plan to use the facility without lifeguards present, please note that you will do so at your own risk. Thank you and we look forward to a great summer!

06/18/2026

Celebrate the country’s 250th at the annual Sharon Independence Day Celebration featuring fireworks, children’s activities, food trucks live music and more Friday, July 3 at Veterans’ Memorial Park!

The celebration kicks off at 5 p.m. with the Red, White and Blue Parade - Paul Revere's Ride.

The parade will travel on Beach Street from the corner of Pond Street to the bandstand. Participants should line up at Beech Tree Park at 4:45 p.m.

Bring a decorated bike, stroller, hobby horse, etc. The parade is presented in collaboration with the Sharon Historical Society. Want to make a hobby horse beforehand? Go to one of the “Make a Hobby Horse” workshops on June 24 - 28 at the Sharon Public Library or the Sharon Historical Society. Details at https://buff.ly/TwxyRuN.

The celebration also includes field events, courtesy of the Sharon Recreation Department, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, live music from Darryl Hill Band, petting arenas, train rides, crafts, carnival games and food trucks. A fire dancing show by Circus Dynamics will take place at 8 p.m.

The evening culminates with fireworks over Lake Massapoag at 9:15 p.m. (or earlier depending on weather).

The rain date is Sunday, July 5.

Please note that the Sharon Recreation Department typically does not allow swimming at the beach during the celebration after 5 p.m.

There will be no parking allowed at the beach anytime on July 3. For event parking information and map go to https://buff.ly/8M7kQfg.

For more details on the celebration go to www.sharonjuly4.org.

06/16/2026

Annual preseason lifeguard training began yesterday afternoon for the upcoming summer season at Lake Massapoag. As a reminder, daily beach operation and lifeguard coverage will begin Saturday June 20th (we will not be open on Monday June 22nd and Tuesday June 23rd due to student parking at the lake parking lot). Beach passes are available for purchase on our website

06/09/2026

This Sunday, June 14th from 2pm-5pm will be the Beech Tree Park 20th anniversary celebration and concert with West End Band!

06/08/2026

Join the Lake Massapoag community cleanup!

Help pick up trash and remove invasive plants around the lake and nearby streets in Sharon.

Meet: Memorial Park Beach bandstand (Beach St, Sharon)
Sat. June 13 | 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

All supplies provided. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes. Volunteers for invasive plant removal can bring loppers or cutting tools.

Canoe and kayak shoreline cleanup available with Adventures Unbound.

Get details + register: https://neponset.org/event/lake-massapoag-cleanup/

Town of Sharon, MA, Sustainable Sharon Coalition, Adventures Unbound Commonwealth Collection, Sharon Recreation Department

06/04/2026

05/29/2026

Sharon's 3rd Annual Chalk Fest this Sunday! Come support our local artists and check out the amazing artwork from 9am-1pm at Sharon Town Hall.

The Sharon Cultural Council and Sharon Recreation Department are excited to bring back the 3rd Annual Chalk Art Festival on Sunday, May 31 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Sharon Town Hall.

Come participate in or watch as the Town Hall area is transformed into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Artists of all ages will create colorful chalk murals across the pavement, turning the space into a celebration of creativity and community.

Registration is now open to participate in the Chalk Art Contest, which includes four new participation categories to provide wider recognition across ages and skills:
- Professional Artist
- Adult Artist
- Family / Team Collaboration
- Youth Artist

https://sharonma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30004

In addition to the Chalk Art Contest, there will be plenty for families and attendees to enjoy. We’ll have food trucks, music, free face painting, lawn games, and a community chalk space where anyone can grab some chalk and create their own drawing just for fun. Free event for all!

Thank you to our local sponsors for their generous support:
* Dedham Savings
* Sharon Orthodontics
* SCU Credit Union
* Sharon Landscape LLC
* IMAGE Studios Sharon
* Burn Boot Camp - Sharon, MA
* Hakki Asian Fusion
* The Needle Group