4th of July Events on Hilton Head Island

Headed to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina for the Fourth of July? Here is what you need to know.

4th of July Events in Hilton Head Island

Here is a quick guide to special Fourth of July holiday events for 2008 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

Firecracker 5000 Road Race and Family Fun Walk: July 4, 2008

The 23rd Annual Firecracker 5000 is both a road race and a family fun walk. According to the organizers, this is the "largest and oldest road race in Beaufort County."

The fun starts at 8am on Friday, July 4, 3008. Enjoy family fun, athleticism music, fresh fruit, and prizes. The location is the Mall at Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island. Pre-registration is $30 and a portion of the proceeds benefits the Hilton Head Runners Club. Late registration is $35. For more information call (843) 379-3440.

Harborfest: July 4, 2008

During the summer, there are weekly fireworks show at Shelter Cover Harbor. There is a special 4th of July fireworks show on Friday, July 4, 2008. There will be music, fireworks and arts and crafts. This is a free event for everyone.

Harborfest takes place at Shelter Cove Community Park. For more information please call 843-785-1106.

Fantastic Fourth of July on the River: July 4, 2008

You may also be looking for nearby fireworks in Savannah. There is a huge Fourth of July celebration on the waterfront, according to the Savannah Waterfront Association. There will be an ice cream eating contest, live music and more. The fun starts at 5pm with fireworks around 9:20pm.

For more information contact the Savannah Waterfront Association, located at 404 East Bay Street in Savannah, GA 31401. Their phone number is (912)234-0295

The Buddy Holly Story

For some weekend fun, purchase tickets to The Buddy Holly Story. The show runs through the end of July.

For more information contact the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, located at 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. For more information please call 1-888-860-Arts (2787).

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