36th Annual Carolina Celebration of Liberty
Date: Sunday, June 25, 2023
Time: 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Location: First Baptist Church Columbia, 1306 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Cost: Free but you need a ticket to enter
Details: The Carolina Celebration of Liberty is the longest running event of its kind in our state. Led by our Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra, it is a flag-waving, patriotic extravaganza in which we honor those presently serving, our veterans, and those who have given the final full measure of devotion for our liberty. It is estimated that it has been seen in person and on television by well over one million people.
With various state and local dignitaries, special honorees, and thousands in attendance, we come together to honor God and thank Him for this free land that has been a beacon of freedom and liberty around the world.
Town of Lexington Independence Day Celebration
Date: Friday, June 30, 2023
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Icehouse Amphitheater, 107 West Main Street, Lexington, SC 29072
Cost: Free
Details: The 246th Army Band will play a concert beginning at 7 p.m. and there will be a fireworks show to follow. There will be beer + wine + soft drinks & water available for purchase.
35th Annual 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray
Date: Saturday, July 1, 2023
Time: 12 p.m. – Lake Murray Boat Parade | Dusk (approximately 9:30 p.m.) – fireworks show
Location: The Boat Parade will leave from Bomb Island and head towards the dam. Fireworks will launch from Spence and Dreher Islands. They are best viewable by boat or on Dreher Island (gates at Dreher Island close at 8 p.m.) but can be seen over the lake.
Cost: Dreher Island State Park – $3 adults; $1.50 SC seniors; $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free
Details: Enjoy the patriotic display as locals & visitors decorate their boats in ways that will leave you amazed! Viewable from the park sites at the Lake Murray Dam after 12:30 p.m. or by boat! This year’s theme is “Red, White, Blue and You”.
Fireworks will launch at dark (roughly 9:30 p.m.) from two lake locations: Spence Island & Dreher Island. Fireworks DO NOT launch from the park sites at the dam. The best viewing location is from a boat. The fireworks show is synchronized to music. Tune your radio to B106.7 to hear patriotic music while enjoying the view
*If you choose to stream the music there will be a delay. The best way to watch/listen is to tune your radio to B106 the old-fashioned way.
A Rockin’ Red, White & Blue!
Date: Saturday, July 1, 2023
Time: 4 – 10 p.m.
Location: Doko Meadows Park, 171 Langford Rd Blythewood, SC 29016
Cost: Free
Details: The Town of Blythewood is back with another “Rockin’ Red White & Blue” This is not an event you want to miss! There will be food, live music, vendors, and more!
Fort Jackson Independence Day Celebration
Date: Saturday, July 1, 2023
Time: 4 – 10 p.m.
Location: Fort Jackson – Hilton Parade Field, Hartsville Guard Road, Columbia 29207
Cost: Free
Details: Fort Jackson Independence Day Celebration at Hilton Field commemorating the 247th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and creation of our Nation. Entertainment includes a variety of static displays, concert by country/R&B/Pop artist Blanco Brown with Brooks Herring, Fireworks, Kids Zone with Carnival Rides and Crafts Tents, Food/Beverages. Civilians, Family Members, contractors, Partners in Excellence (PiE), the general public and friends of Fort Jackson are invited and encouraged to attend.
Blowfish Baseball & Fireworks Show
Date: Monday, July 3 & Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Time: Gates 6 p.m. | First pitch 7:05 p.m.
Location: Lexington County Baseball Stadium, 474 Ball Park Road, Lexington, SC 29072
Cost: $6.50 – $9.50
Details: Our 2023 Independence Day celebration! Join us as we celebrate America with patriotic music, a special America themed Concert in the Sky Fireworks show, and America’s National Pastime!
Born in the USA Four Miler
Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Time: 7 a.m.
Location: North Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206
Cost: $20 – $35
Details: Kick-off your 4th of July with a 4 miler, 4 mile 2 person relay, or a firecracker youth run for kids. This event will take place rain or shine.
Lexington County Peach Festival
Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Location: Gilbert Community Park, 115 Rikard Circle, Gilbert 29054
Cost: Free to attend, $5 to park
Details: The famous Lexington County Peach Festival is back! This one-day family friendly festival is an event for all ages! Travel to “Gilbert, America” for a celebration like no other on July 4, 2023. Festivities will celebrate the community, Independence Day, and the Queen of all fruits, the peach! Enjoy live entertainment, fresh peach treats, arts and crafts, the peach parade, fireworks, beauty pageants, and so much more!
Fireworks with the Phil
Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Time: Gates 6:30 p.m. | Show 8 p.m.
Location: Segra Park, 1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Cost: $8 – $10
Details: In conjunction with the South Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra, the Columbia Fireflies will host Fireworks with the Phil at Segra Park. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to start your Fourth of July weekend!
I’m new here and my son has special needs so I need to be in a quieter area…is there a place we could sit out and just watch any fireworks from afar? Thank you moms! Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸🇺🇸
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