The Fourth of July brings parades, picnics, fireworks and most importantly family fun. My favorite summer memories growing up included my family attending our Town's firework show. Now it's my turn to make sure that I continue the holiday fun tradition with my children!
My almost 11-month old has a very strict 7 pm bedtime routine, so I will most likely miss out on firework festivities this year, but we are hoping to make the best of daytime activities on Hilton Head Island. Hope to see you around!
Hilton Head Island
Firecracker 5K: The 35th Annual Hilton Head Firecracker 5K Run and Family Fun Walk will be held on Sunday, July 4th at 8:00am from Jarvis Creek Park on Hilton Head Island. The Hilton Head Firecracker Run is the largest and oldest road race in Beaufort County and one of the top ten races in the state of South Carolina. Runners and walkers from across the United States annually participate in this fun, healthy, family event.
Lagerhead Tavern Family Night: Sundays are Family Night at LagerHead Tavern! Get 2 full price entrees and get 2 kids meals free. Call 843-681-2184 to order this special to-go or to make a reservation!
July Fourth Military Flyover on Hilton Head Island Beaches: The July Fourth military flyover, “Salute from the Shore,” will take place again this year along the beaches of South Carolina, including Hilton Head Island. The fighter jets should arrive near the Sea Pines beaches around 1:30pm, followed by vintage military planes around 1:45pm. Everyone is encouraged to come out to the beach to salute our military.
July Fourth Chalk the Walk: Bring the family to Harbour Town and join in the fun, drawing pictures of kindness and patriotism to brighten everyone’s day. Chalk will be provided.
Summer Music at Coligny: Starting May 28th, and running through until Labor Day September 6th, Coligny will host FREE live music 7 nights a week from 6:30 – 8:30pm at Coligny’s Center Stage. We will be featuring locally-loved artists from the Lowcountry and all acts will be family-friendly! Sunday, July 4 enterainment will be Jevon Daly Kid's Show.
Gregg Russell 4th of July Concert at Habour Town: Although there will be no fireworks at Habour Town this year, don't miss Gregg Russell's famous holiday concert! Renowned for his interactive sing-alongs, the Hilton Head Island icon will take the stage below the famed Sea Pines Liberty Oak on Sunday, July 4 from 8 - 9:30 pm. To protect the health of guests and staff, The Sea Pines Resort will spread out seating and recommend concert attendees wear a mask and practice social distancing. Guests are welcome to bring their own folding chairs and sit on the lawn area adjacent to the bench seating. In keeping with concert tradition, children will continue to be permitted to sit on stage and make signs appealing to be picked for a turn in the limelight. Microphones will be cleaned and the foam wind screens replaced after each use.
Shelter Cove Fireworks:
Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina - Before fireworks light up the night sky over Broad Creek at dusk, beloved entertainer and musician Shannon Tanner will perform not-to-miss shows at both 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. featuring patriotic songs in honor of Independence Day. Kids will also enjoy entertainment from Cappy the Clown including face painting, glitter tattoos, balloon animals and much more from 6 - 9 p.m.! View July 4th shuttle map here.
Super Summer Jams at Shelter Cove Community Park - From 6-10:30 pm, the Island Recreation Association is proud to bring you a fun-filled, festive atmosphere with the highlight of the night fireworks which start around 9 pm. Kids of all ages can enjoy inflatable bounce houses and face painting for a minimal fee. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fireworks!
Bluffton
843 Independence Day 5K: CrossFit 843 and Palmetto Running Company present the Independence Day 5K. Start your July 4th off with some Fun and Fitness. Fun for the whole family. The Independence Day 5k starts at 8:00AM at Oyster Factory Park in historic Old Town Bluffton.
Beaufort/Port Royal
July Fourth Military Flyover: The July Fourth military flyover, “Salute from the Shore,” will take place again this year along the beaches of South Carolina, including Hilton Head Island. The fighter jets should arrive near Hunting Island and Fripp Island around 1:30pm, followed by vintage military planes around 1:45pm. Everyone is encouraged to come out to the beach to salute our military.
Sands Beach Fireworks: Please note, the band - Drivin n Cryin - will not be performing at the Battery Creek Jam. The promoter Rock Block Entertainment has canceled their portion. BUT The Beer Garden @ the Sands Beach will have music & fun in addition to the Towns Fireworks!
Free Parking on Paris Avenue and side streets will be available (please be courteous and not block residents driveways or they could be towed). The Road to the Sands landing will be shut down effective midnight prior to the 4th of July for all traffic including trailered boats. 7th Street will also be closed to all traffic except for residents that live on that street. Food and beverage will be available beginning at noon. Parking on Paris Avenue and side streets will be free to the public. Handicap parking will be available and directed to by Town police officers.
