2012 Fourth of July events | Events

Check out our list of 2012 Fourth of July celebrations and patriotic events going on around the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry. 

This list is updated as we get events in. If you have a Fourth of July celebration to add to the list, email it to newsrelease@wtoc.com.

GEORGIA:

CHATHAM COUNTY

Hunter Army Airfield Celebrates Independence Day
Enjoy food, rides, petting zoo, the world famous Frisbee dog performances, face painting, performances by two bands (Victor Wainwright & the Wild Roots and Joe Bachman) and fireworks.
WHEN: July 3, 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.
WHERE: Hunter Army Airfield’s Family Day Field

Fourth of July Celebration, Fireworks Show
Come enjoy music, games, delicious food and drink and lots of fun! Big 98.3 will broadcast the fireworks show to patriotic music.
WHEN: July 4, 5 to 10 p.m. (Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.)
WHERE: Historic River Street, downtown Savannah

Savannah Winds Symphonic Band Patriotic Concert
Regular admission $12-20. Reserved seating. Military, student and senior citizen discounts available.
WHEN: July 1, 3 p.m.
WHERE: Fine Arts Building on the campus of Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah.
TICKETS: Call 912.344.2556; or purchase online here.

Tybee Island's annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Display
WHEN: July 3, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
WHERE: Tybee Pier and Pavilion, south beach

July 4th BeachSweep
The Tybee Beautification Association is sponsoring a BeachSweep on July 4th. Supplies, water and snacks will be provided.
WHEN: July 4, 6:30 a.m.
WHERE: Volunteers should meet at the Tybee Pavilion for information and supplies.

Get the Chatham Area Transit Fourth of July holiday schedule here.

The Savannah International Trade & Convention Center is offering Fourth of July parking options. Details here.

Magnolia Park's annual 4th of July festivities
Enjoy a neighborhood parade followed by the annual 4th of July BBQ and Picnic. Magnolia Park neighbors will come out and display their decorated bikes, wagons, golf carts and skateboards in red, white and blue throughout the neighborhood. The parade, festivities and BBQ are open to all Magnolia Park area residents, as well as the pool members of the MP pool. Residents are invited to bring dessert dishes, side items and/or snack varieties to add to the BBQ and picnic.
WHEN: July 4, Parade begins at 10:50 a.m., picnic to follow.
WHERE: Magnolia Park neighborhood, Savannah.
MORE INFO: Contact Cornelia Stumpf, CSCP Public Relations by email at cornelia@cscpconsult.com.

APPLING COUNTY

Annual Independence Day Fireworks Display
WHEN: July 4, begins at dark
WHERE: Appling County Young Farmer's Tractor Pull Track area.
MORE INFO: Check here

Max Deen and Ernest J. Parker pools will offer free admission, hot dogs, burgers and drinks in celebration of Independence Day.
WHEN: July 4, 9 a.m. to noon
MORE INFO: Check here

BRYAN COUNTY

Richmond Hill Salutes the Red, White and Blue
Free concert and fireworks display with food for purchase. Free activities for the kids.
WHEN: June 30, 4 to 9 p.m. (Fireworks display begins at 9 p.m.)
WHERE: J.F. Gregory Park, 520 Cedar Street, Richmond Hill.
MORE INFO: Check here

July 4th Celebration at Ft. McAllister
Celebrate our Nations birthday with civil war troops as they fire special salutes. Enjoy games and a slice of melon. Admission fee charged.  
WHEN: July 4, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
WHERE: Ft. McAllister, 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill.
MORE INFO: Danny Brown, 912.727.2339

Second annual Patriotic Picnic and Concert
City of Pembroke's annual patriotic picnic and concert featuring the 3rd ID Ceremonial Band.
WHEN: July 1, Free community picnic starts at 6 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m.
WHERE: First Baptist Church of Pembroke
MORE INFO: Contact Sharroll at 912.653.4413

BULLOCH COUNTY

Firecracker Fest
Enjoy games, live music, contests, special performances, firworks and more.
WHEN: July 4, 4 until 11 p.m. (Fireworks being around 9 p.m.)
WHERE: Mill Creek Park, Statesboro.
MORE INFO: Check here

EFFINGHAM COUNTY

“Something Old, Something New, Something Patriotic Too Concert” and a Silent Auction fund-raiser. Admission is Free.
WHEN: June 24, silent auction begins at 2:30 p.m., concert starts at 3 p.m.
WHERE: Effingham County Recreation & Parks Department Gymnasium, 808 Highway 119 South, Springfield.
MORE INFO: www.effinghamcommunityorchestra.org

LIBERTY COUNTY

July 4th Celebration at Fort Stewart
The Salute to the Nation Ceremony with feature a 50 State canon salute fired at Cottrell Field, one for each State in the Union. Major General Robert "Abe" Abrams will be the key note speaker.
WHEN: July 3, 6 p.m.
WHERE: Cottrell Field, Fort Stewart

The Home of the Brave Musical
The Liberty County Community and Area Mass Choir will present a special free Patriotic concert for the community and surrounding area, in support of our military members.
WHEN: June 30, 7 p.m.
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, Hinesville.

Meals for Soldiers
The Glennville Chamber of Commerce along with others will be feeding our troops complimentary food on July 4 from 11 am - 2 pm at Ft. Stewart. The Rusty Pig Restaurant will be catering and donating the food this year. Ray Farms of Glennville will once again be providing Georgia Grown Sweet Chilled Watermelon. WHEN/WHERE: July 4 , volunteers will leave Glennville Welcome Center at 8 a.m. and head to Ft. Stewart.

TATTNALL COUNTY

Meals for Soldiers
The Glennville Chamber of Commerce along with others will be feeding our troops complimentary food on July 4 from 11 am - 2 pm at Ft. Stewart. The Rusty Pig Restaurant will be catering and donating the food this year. Ray Farms of Glennville will once again be providing Georgia Grown Sweet Chilled Watermelon.
WHEN/WHERE: July 4 , volunteers will leave Glennville Welcome Center at 8 AM and head to Ft. Stewart.

TOOMBS COUNTY

Free 4th of July Picnic in the Park
Enjoy live country and gospel music, barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, chips, soda, dessert, and watermelon.
WHEN: July 4, 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
WHERE: Partin Park in Lyons (Food served out of the Durden Cabin).

SOUTH CAROLINA:

Annual "Salute from the Shore III" military flyover of the South Carolina coast by last armed forces to leave Iraq.
Beachgoers will be treated to low-altitude flyover of F-16s to honor American Armed Forces on Independence Day. The flight will cover every beach on the SC coast before concluding south of Hilton Head Island.
WHEN: July 4
WHERE: The Salute from the Shore flyover can be seen at the following times along the South Carolina coast:

• North Myrtle Beach - 1:01 PM
• Surfside - 1:05 PM
• Pawley’s Island - 1:08 PM
• Isle of Palms - 1:18 PM
• Folly Beach - 1:20 PM
• Edisto Island - 1:25 PM
• Hilton Head Island - 1:29 PM

BEAUFORT COUNTY

Hilton Head Island 4th of July Fireworks
Enjoy children’s activities, live music, food and beverage will be available. There are 3 fireworks displays in celebration of the 4th.
WHEN: July 4, 9 p.m. (Fireworks begin around 9:15 p.m.)
WHERE: Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island.
MORE INFO: Sea Pines Resort, 843.785.3333; or Check here.

Town of Port Royal July 4th Celebration
Enjoy a dual fireworks display. Festivities held on Sands Beach.  
WHEN: July 4, 5 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sands Beach
MORE INFO: Check here

Parris Island July 4th Celebration, Fireworks
Celebrate with the Marine Corps on our Nation's Birthday! Parris Island Marine Band is scheduled to perform. The Parris Island Historical and Museum Society will also present a living history display.
WHEN: July 4, 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. (Fireworks start at 9:15)
WHERE:  Peatross Parade Deck
MORE INFO: Check here

JASPER COUNTY

Fireworks and Fun!
Enjoy live music and free snacks.
WHEN: June 23, Festivities begin at 6 p.m., Fireworks display at 9 p.m.
WHERE: Hardeeville Recreation Complex
MORE INFO: 843.784.2231; www.cityofhardeeville.com

CHARLESTON COUNTY

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens will observe the nation's birthday by honoring America's heroes with complimentary admission for those who protect and serve our community. Firefighters, police officers, nurses, doctors and active duty military personnel will be admitted free during designated days. This offer also includes their immediate family members. The schedule for complimentary garden admission is as follows:

• July 4, Firefighters
• July 5, Law enforcement officers
• July 6, Emergency medical technicians, physicians and nurses
• July 7, Active duty military

MORE INFO: 843.571.1266.

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