While the fireworks may steal the spotlight, Hilton Head Island offers plenty of Independence Day fun long before the sky lights up.
Whether you’re traveling with family or friends, Hilton Head’s Fourth of July is packed with traditions that make the holiday memorable from sunrise to sunset.
Firecracker 5K and Family Fun Walk
Start the morning with the annual Firecracker 5K and Family Fun Walk. Once you cross the finish line, you’ll party like it’s 1776 with food trucks, refreshments, an awards ceremony and the Most Patriotic Dressed Award! www.hiltonheadfirecracker5000.com.
Harbour Town Fourth of July Parade
Show off your red, white, and blue spirit by decorating your bicycle, wagon, dog, or even the kids for this fun-filled Fourth of July Parade around Harbour Town. New this year, the parade will be led by Woody the Clydesdale from Lawton Stables. parade starts at 8:30 a.m. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/fourth-july-parade-0.
Harbour Town Fourth of July Carnival
Following the parade from 10-11:30 a.m., enjoy games and activities at the Fourth of July Carnival on the lawn in Harbour Town. Kids (and kids at heart!) can enjoy carnival-style games, a bounce house, inflatable axe-throwing, face painting, tie-dye, a juggler, bubble show and the crowd-favorite Watermelon-Eating Contest. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/fourth-july-carnival.
The Frosty Frog Café’s Frog-Tastic 4th of July
Celebrate the 4th at The Frosty Frog Café’s celebration. Located in Coligny Plaza near Coligny Beach, you can cool off with one of Hilton Head Island’s legendary daiquiris while enjoying hot dog eating contests and more! For more information, click HERE.
Salute From the Shore Military Flyover
The Fourth of July military flyover, “Salute from the Shore,” will occur along the beaches of South Carolina, including Hilton Head Island and Bluffton. The fighter jets should arrive around 1:30 p.m. and all are encouraged to come out to the beach to salute our military. www.hiltonheadisland.com/salute-from-the-shore/.
Gregg Russell’s Patriotic Concert
Gregg Russell takes the stage from under the famed Liberty Oak in Harbour Town from 8-9 p.m., with a holiday Fourth of July Concert. Gregg has become a Sea Pines classic not to be missed. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/gregg-russell-fourth-july-concert.
Bald Eagle Flyover
Best known for his stunning flights at Philadelphia Eagles’ games, The Sea Pines Resort is proud to welcome Lincoln, the Bald Eagle’s 4th of July flight from the top of Harbour Town Lighthouse. Come see this beloved winged ambassador from the American Eagle Foundation soar down to the 18th green of Harbour Town Golf Links. 8:15 p.m. www.seapines.com/experiences/events/bald-eagle-flyover.
