8 Fourth of July Events in the Lowcountry you won’t want to miss for 2025!

Mount Pleasant

4th of July Fireworks Blast at Patriots Point 

Join us for an unforgettable evening aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Yorktown as we light up the night sky with our annual 4th of July Blast! Enjoy live music, local food and beverage vendors, family-friendly activities, and panoramic views of a stunning 20+ minute fireworks show over Charleston Harbor. Purchase tickets here.

• Date: July 4, 7 pm – 10 pm
• Location: 40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, 29464

North Charleston

4th of July Festival

Featuring musical guests, food trucks, vendors, and a fireworks show! Bring lawn chairs/blankets. (No outside grills, fireworks, or sparklers allowed)

• Date: Thursday, July 4, 5 pm – 10 pm
• Location: Riverfront Park, 1001 Everglades Ave, North Charleston
• Admission: Free!

Summerville

Fireworks and Freedom Festival

The Town of Summerville Fireworks and Freedom Festival is held annually on July 4 at Gahagan Park. You won’t want to miss out on this FREE family-friendly event with live music, food, fireworks, a kids’ zone, and loads of fun!

• Date: July 4, 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm.
• Location:  Gahagan Park, 184 W. Boundary Street, Summerville
• Admission: Free! Visit the link above for details on parking and shuttle services.

Goose Creek

Annual Fabulous Fourth in the Creek

The City of Goose Creek’s annual Fourth of July Celebration and fireworks display will take place on Friday, July 4. The event will showcase live music, a variety of food vendors, and free kids’ activities. Outside, fireworks, sparklers, or alcohol are prohibited. Admission and parking are free. Parking is limited, please plan to carpool.

• Date: July 4, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
• Location: Marguerite H. Brown Municipal Center, 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd, Goose Creek
• Admission: Free!

Kiawah Island

Independence Day Festival

Following the Annual Bike Parade from 5-6 pm, the celebration in the park officially kicks off with many attractions for family and friends to enjoy! Festivities include live music, carnival games, inflatables, cookout menu, a photo booth, and more!

Food and beverage tickets will be available for purchase starting at 4 pm and will be served until 9:15 pm, featuring a delectable cookout menu including all of your traditional holiday favorites – menu item prices range from $5-$20. Night Heron Grill will close for food service at 4 pm; the bar will be open until 9:30 pm.

This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents. Admission to the festival is complimentary. No reservations necessary. We ask that you leave pets at home during fireworks for their comfort and safety. The flying of drones in fireworks areas is prohibited. No coolers permitted at any 4th of July events.

• Date: July 4, 5 – 9 pm
• Location: Night Heron Park, 4000 Sea Forest Drive, Kiawah Island
• Admission: This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents. Admission to the festival is free.

Moncks Corner

Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks

The Moncks Corner Independence Day Celebration is a FREE event. We will have live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, face painters, balloon artists, and more! Please DO NOT bring fireworks, alcohol, or grills to this event.

• Date: June 28, 6 pm – 10 pm
• Location: Regional Recreation Complex, 418 East Main Street, Moncks Corner
• Admission: Free!

Daniel Island

Daniel Island Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Our Country, Our Freedom, and Our Nation’s Birthday by making Daniel Island one of the “Most Patriotic Towns in America.” Paint the Town Red, White, and Blue, and join us for Daniel Island’s Independence Day festivities on Thursday, July 3rd,  with neighbors, friends, and family. Dress up your homes, your businesses, your bikes, and your golf carts with patriotic colors and take part in our island tradition of honoring this wonderful holiday.

• Date: July 3, 4 pm – 9 pm
• Location: Smythe Park
• Admission: Free!

Folly Beach

Folly Beach Independence Day Fireworks Show

Join us on July 4 to celebrate Independence Day with a fun and festive Fireworks Show! The show will begin at dusk and will shoot from the West side of the island, a few blocks from the pier.

• Date: July 4th
• Location: West side of the island.
• Admission: Free!

Wishing everyone in the Lowcountry a safe and festive Fourth of July!

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