HighlightsBoston will host the fifth International India Day Parade on August 9 to celebrate India’s 80th Independence anniversary. Boston is set to host a large-scale celebration marking India’s 80th Independence anniversary as the Indian-American community prepares for the fifth International India Day Parade. Boston India Day Parade to highlight India–US friendshipThis year’s celebration will center on the theme “Festival of Freedom & US-India Friendship,” reflecting the shared democratic values and strengthening relationship between India and the United States. Boston parade to feature floats, cultural performances, and food festivalThe International India Day Parade will include 15 colorful floats and tableaux representing India’s traditions and cultural heritage. Massachusetts proclaims August 15 as ‘India Day’ for fifth consecutive yearThe organizers also expressed their appreciation to Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey for proclaiming August 15, 2026, as “India Day” in Massachusetts for the fifth consecutive year.