{"id":2503,"date":"2026-06-10T11:32:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T15:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/palmeravacationclub.com\/blog\/?p=2503"},"modified":"2026-06-10T11:32:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T15:32:08","slug":"celebrating-the-fourth-of-july-on-hilton-head-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/palmeravacationclub.com\/blog\/2026\/06\/celebrating-the-fourth-of-july-on-hilton-head-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating the Fourth of July on Hilton Head Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Will you be in Hilton Head during the Fourth of July? Here is a list of events that will keep the celebration going all day long!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Morning Events<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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USA 5K<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Coligny Beach Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 Coligny Circle,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Late Packet Pickup: 6:45-7:15am
Race Start: 7:30am<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Start your holiday with a morning run (or walk) on the beach! All ages and skill levels are invited to the annual USA 5K, produced by the Hilton Head Running Company<\/strong> and benefiting the Hilton Head Island Sea Turtle Patrol.<\/strong> All participants receive a festive t-shirt and finishers medal. This run will be held entirely on the beach, so expect hard, flat sand and plenty of room to run or walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrive ready to run in your best red, white, and blue! If you’re headed out of town early on the holiday, join in on the Fun Run on July 3rd!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registration is online and there will be no race-day registration. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Firecracker 5000<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Honey Horn Plantation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

70 Honey Horn Dr,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8:00am<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Celebrate Independence Day at the annual Hilton Head Firecracker 5K! This family-friendly race and walk<\/strong> is Beaufort County\u2019s oldest and largest race. After the run, join in on the celebration at the post-race party featuring music and local food trucks. In addition to the Most Patriotic dressed awards<\/strong>, prizes for top runners in each age group will be awarded, along with every runner receiving Finisher Medal and commemorative t-shirt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register your whole family online today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fourth of July Parade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Harbour Town in Sea Pines Resort<\/p>\n\n\n\n

149 Lighthouse Rd,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registration: 8:30am
Parade Starts: 9:30am<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This annual parade is a favorite among the Sea Pines community and will be a fun treat for the kiddos. Participants are welcome to decorate bicycles and wagons, and of course arrive decked out in all of your fabulous red, white, and blue! Parade registration starts at 8:30am <\/strong>in the parking lot close to the Quarterdeck restaurant. The first 100 participants that register will receive decoration supplies if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led by Woody the Clydesdale from Lawton Stables,<\/strong> the parade will step off at 9:30am, and participants will be judged on how patriotic they are! But of course, those just looking to join in on the fun shouldn\u2019t let that keep them from walking in the parade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the parade has officially ended, everyone is welcome to stick around for carnival games and other children\u2019s activities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A pass must be purchased at the gate to enter the Sea Pines property.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Afternoon Events<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Salute from the Shore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hilton Head Island Coastline<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approximate Time: 1:00-1:45pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A South Carolina tradition that you don\u2019t want to miss this Fourth of July, Salute From the Shore is a way for those enjoying their day on the beach can take a moment to honor our country\u2019s armed forces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting in Myrtle Beach, this military flyover stretches the length of South Carolina\u2019s gorgeous coast and should be above Hilton Head around 1:30pm\u2013so keep an eye on the sky!<\/strong> Dress in your red, white, and blue, and head to the beaches to see a combination of F-16s and C-17s pass by.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Evening Concert & Firework Shows<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Gregg Russell Fourth of July Concert<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Liberty Oak Tree in
Harbour Town<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8:00-9:30pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Celebrate the 4th of July with a family-friendly concert<\/strong> by the Hilton Head Island icon, Gregg Russell<\/strong> in the heart of Harbour Town. You won’t be able to miss the Liberty Oak Tree, as it shades the outdoor stage and it backed up against the Harbour Town Yacht Basin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stick around for the Sea Pine Resort’s Firework show!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sea Pines Resort\u2019s Fireworks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Harbour Town in Sea Pines<\/p>\n\n\n\n

149 Lighthouse Rd,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9:00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse taking center stage over the Yacht Basin, it doesn\u2019t get as patriotic or as \u201cHilton Head\u201d as this spot. Many people have the same sentiments, so if you are deciding to make your way to Harbour Town during this holiday, expect a crowd and limited parking. The good news is, if you decide to head over to find parking early, you\u2019ll be able to sightsee, enjoy the sunshine, and even grab a bite to eat before the festivities start.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:00pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HarbourFest Fireworks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13 Harbourside Ln,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sundown<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The HarbourFest Fireworks during the week of the fourth will be rescheduled for Saturday, July 4th instead of the normal Tuesday night showing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shelter Cove normally offers fireworks every Tuesday night once the sun goes down during the summer months.<\/strong> These fireworks can be seen from two complimentary events: Summer Jams at Shelter Cove Community Park and HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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