If you’re spending Independence Day in the Lowcountry, you’re in for a treat. Charleston knows how to celebrate the Fourth of July, with everything from rooftop parties and family festivals to bike parades, dinner cruises, and some of the best fireworks displays on the South Carolina coast.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing evening on the water, a fun event for the kids, or a place to watch fireworks light up the harbor, here’s your guide to what’s happening around Charleston leading up to and on the Fourth of July.

Thursday, July 3

Kick off the holiday a day early with several festive celebrations around the Lowcountry.

• Liber(tea) Tea for SC250 at Thoroughbred Club
• Boots on the Roof at Fiat Lux
• Independence Celebration Family Fun Event at the Heyward-Washington House
• Seabrook Island Fourth of July Fireworks & Festivities at North Beach

Friday, July 4

The Fourth of July is packed with celebrations happening all across Charleston and the surrounding communities.

Family-Friendly Celebrations

• Carolina Days: Independence Day at Middleton Place
• City of North Charleston July 4th Festival & Celebration at Riverfront Park
• Fabulous 4th in the Creek at Joseph S. Daning Amphitheater
• Fireworks & Freedom Festival at Gahagan Park
• Town of Moncks Corner Independence Day Celebration
• Annual Patriotic Bike Parade at East Beach Village on Kiawah Island
• Sullivan’s Island Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade

Fireworks & Waterfront Events

• Patriots Point Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular aboard the USS Yorktown
• Waterfront Independence Day Celebration at The Cooper and Joseph P. Riley Waterfront Park
• July 4th Fireworks at Folly Beach Pier
• Fourth of July Celebration at Night Heron Park
• Fourth of July Fireworks on Isle of Palms
• Sailabrate America250 aboard the Spirit of the Lowcountry
• Fourth of July Dinner Cruise aboard the Spirit of Carolina
• Salute from the Shore flyover along South Carolina’s beaches

Rooftops, Brunches & Holiday Parties

• Fourth of July at The Watch Rooftop
• Fourth of July on Top at The Rooftop at The Vendue
• Fourth of July Celebration at The Ansonborough
• Brunch & Beats at The Peacock
• Red, White & Palm at Little Palm
• Red, White & Blue Festival at The Sanctuary on Kiawah
• VIP Fireworks Viewing Party at The Cooper
• America 250: The Grand Smash Finale at Fiat Lux

Something a Little Different

• Glizzy Games: Charleston’s Hot Dog Eating Championship at Republic

Celebrate Safely

With so many events happening throughout the Charleston area, expect heavier-than-normal traffic, especially near beaches, downtown, and major fireworks venues. Arrive early, plan your parking ahead of time, stay hydrated, and don’t forget to bring chairs or blankets if you’re attending outdoor celebrations.

Happy Fourth of July!

Whether you’re watching fireworks over Charleston Harbor, spending the day at the beach, exploring one of our historic sites, or enjoying a rooftop celebration with friends, we hope you have a safe and memorable Independence Day.

And if you’re spending the weekend exploring Charleston and happen to fall in love with the Lowcountry—we know a few homes you might want to see. Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Coastal Island Properties!