Plan Your July 4th Weekend in Charleston

Still looking for the perfect July 4th celebration for your Fourth of July weekend? Because the Fourth is on a Saturday this year, it is the perfect time to plan a weekend getaway. Charleston, South Carolina boasts a beautiful city with many attractions that is great to visit any time of year, but the July 4th events found there make it a special time to visit the city.

The biggest event in Charleston for Independence Day in the Fourth of July Picnic on the Harbor at the South Carolina Aquarium. You will enjoy one of the best views in the city of the Charleston Harbor as you join other visitors in celebrating America. This event begins at 7:30 and includes dinner, and an assortment of beverages will be available on site. The picnic goes on until the dazzling fireworks display over the Charleston Harbor has completed. Live entertainment is also featured at this event. Watching the fireworks light up the night sky and reflect over the water will provide you with a memorable and touching July 4th experience.

Summerville, South Carolina is located just twenty minutes outside of Charleston and hosts a spectacular July 4th event: the Red, White, and Blue on the Green. This event features live entertainment, a parade, a variety of food vendors, and a festive fireworks show to complete the evening. The parade is a unique part of this event in that none of the floats are motorized. You can expect to see decorated wagons, strollers, bikes, and more. The event takes place in Summerville’s historic Town Square. Perfect for families, this celebration features an unforgettable night of fun and fireworks.

To complete your weekend of celebration, explore the history of Charleston with an informative city tour. The Historic Charleston Tour is a guided tour of the city. You will ride in a comfortable, air conditioned tour bus through the city and see the many important sights including Civil War sights, the Battery Sea Wall, the Harbor of History, the Patriots Point, and the USS Yorktown.

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