Independence Day Boat Parade-Wednesday, July 3 at 6pm
Participating boaters and kayakers are invited to decorate their craft and line-up at Bird Island at 5:30pm. If you would like to participate by boat or kayak, please email Elizabeth Simpson at [email protected] so we know how many boats to expect.
If you aren’t participating by boat, you can watch the parade from one of the following bridges: Alexander’s, Queens Folly, Starboard Tack, Port Tack (West). Please be careful.
Flag Raising Ceremony-Thursday, July 4 at 9am
Take a moment to bring your friends, families, and guests to our Annual Flag Raising Ceremony at 9am in the center of the Queens Folly Circle on Thursday, July 4th. You don’t want to miss this special event unique to Palmetto Dunes featuring a guest speaker, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the singing of the National Anthem. The ceremony is brief—about 15 minutes—but is an important part of the day’s celebrations.
Harbourfest and Fireworks-Thursday, July 4
Hilton Head’s largest fireworks display is on Thursday, July 4th at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina. Fireworks start when the sky is dark.