Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in Boston

Offered every Tuesday from May 19 through October 27, from 11:30am–1:30pm, OAK Long Bar + Kitchen’s farm-to-bar experience begins steps from our front door at the Copley Square Farmers Market. Guests join one of our chefs to explore seasonal ingredients and the stories behind Boston’s local purveyors before returning to OAK’s iconic 83-foot copper bar for a guided cocktail (or mocktail) experience led by our mixologists.

As Boston prepares to celebrate America 250, this immersive journey captures the spirit of place, seasonality, and craft—honoring the city’s rich culinary heritage in a uniquely modern way.

Step into a celebration of America 250 where history and hospitality meet in the heart of Back Bay.

Within the grandeur of Fairmont Copley Plaza’s Gilded Age lobby and the storied setting of Oak Long Bar + Kitchen, guests are invited to take a sip back in time with the limited-edition Taste of ’76 menu—a spirited nod to Revolutionary-era influence reimagined through a modern lens.

Running May 31 through September 7, this seasonal collection brings history to the glass and the plate:

• The Midnight Ride
  A bold reinterpretation of a dark and stormy—rich, spiced, and built for late-night legend-making
• Spill the Tea
  A refined tea-infused cocktail inspired by colonial-era gatherings and conversation
• Tricorne Trio
  A contemporary surf and turf—elevated, reimagined, and rooted in classic indulgence

From first sip to final bite, the experience channels the spirit of 1776 with a distinctly Fairmont sense of occasion—where every detail tells a story, and every visit feels like a moment worth remembering.

In celebration of America 250, Fairmont Copley Plaza partners with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) to offer a culturally immersive stay rooted in Boston’s shared artistic legacy.

Named for portraitist John Singleton Copley, the formerly-named Copley Plaza hotel sits on the original site of the MFA in Copley Square—now echoed in the Museum’s newly reinstalled Art of the Americas galleries, where Copley’s revolutionary-era portraits, Paul Revere’s Liberty Bowl, and other iconic works trace the story of a nation taking shape.

Guests are invited to continue that journey at the MFA’s Huntington Avenue location, retracing the historic path of thousands of works moved in 1909 to the Museum’s current home. The experience includes accommodations in the MFA Suite (subject to availability), private round-trip transportation, admission to the Museum, and a commemorative gift.

Boston Harbor will come alive as more than 25 majestic tall ships and military vessels from around the world sail into the city for Sail Boston 2026, part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. From July 11–16, 2026, experience the unforgettable Parade of Sail, waterfront festivals, fireworks, public ship tours, and a week of maritime excitement that will transform Boston into one of the country’s most spectacular summer destinations.

Fairmont Copley Plaza is proud to be an Official Host Hotel for Sail Boston 2026.

photo credit: Sail Boston

On July 4, 2026, the iconic Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Charles River Esplanade for one of the nation’s most iconic Independence Day traditions, with the concert beginning around 7:00pm and fireworks lighting the sky at approximately 9:40pm. Led by legendary conductor Keith Lockhart, this year’s America 250 celebration features an extraordinary lineup of guest artists including Grammy-winning country superstar Lainey Wilson, three-time Grammy winner Chance the Rapper, and Grammy-winning New Orleans icon Trombone Shorty.

Fairmont Copley Plaza is proud to serve as the official hotel of The Boston Pops and The Boston Symphony Orchestra, and has supported the orchestra’s future vitality, education initiatives, and community outreach for nearly 30 years, underscoring a shared legacy of cultural excellence in the heart of Boston.

photo credit: Michael Blanchard

Experience Boston at the center of the world’s biggest soccer stage in 2026. At Fairmont Copley Plaza, guests are perfectly positioned to enjoy the city’s international energy while staying in timeless Back Bay luxury—including exclusive accommodations such as the hotel’s MFA Suite.

Airport Transfer: Conveniently located five miles from Logan International Airport

Transit Hub: Less than five minute walk from Back Bay Station