
Photography by M.Kat (courtesy of CH2 magazine)
Hilton Head Island is the place to be on July 4th! There are several venues that offer grand firework displays, including Shelter Cove Harbour, Skull Creek and Harbour Town. In addition to these public fireworks, there are several private plantations that have their own top-dollar firework shows, but you can also enjoy them too—from a distance. Since many of the area fireworks are set off from the water, searching out a spot near the water could possibly give you a chance to enjoy several shows all at once!
For example, the Squire Pope Community Park can be a great spot to stay out of the crowds and still enjoy the Skull Creek fireworks. You may even be able to see the Parris Island fireworks off in the distance. The Shelter Cove Community Park is a new venue that makes for a great seat. However, going to the opposite side of the water from one of the shows puts you in a good position. Consider watching the Shelter Cove fireworks from The Old Oyster Factory or Up the Creek Pub and Grill.
One of the best places to enjoy the fireworks is right on the water. Yes, you will need a boat, but there are some alternatives, such as a fireworks cruise. The Spirit of Harbourtown and the Vagabond both offer 4th of July firework cruises. You can even enjoy dinner while you cruise on the The Spirit of Harbourtown!

Vagabond Cruise (Spirit of Harbour Town)
Wherever you decide to go, bring your chairs, blankets and friends and have a blast!
SHELTER COVE HARBOUR: This extended show is Shelter Cove’s biggest of the summer, with live music, entertainment, bouncy houses, kids activities, food and drinks and more. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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SKULL CREEK MARINA: Live entertainment will begin at 6 p.m. at Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks, Chart House and Skull Creek Boathouse. Fireworks will be launched from a barge in Skull Creek at dusk.
FIREWORKS AT HARBOUR TOWN: Join the festivities in Harbour Town for a fireworks extravaganza that will light up the sky over the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse and Calibogue Sound. Fireworks begin at dusk.
SAVANNAH FOURTH OF JULY SPECTACULAR: Fireworks will be launched from a barge in the Savannah River at dusk. Chairs, blankets, are welcome and make sure to get there early to grab a spot along the riverfront.