Celebrate July 4th on Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach, where coastal charm and patriotic spirit come together for an unforgettable holiday experience. Nestled along the pristine shores of South Carolina, this quaint seaside destination offers a perfect setting to honor America’s independence in a relaxed and scenic atmosphere.
July 4th Events on Pawleys Island & Litchfield Beach
Pawleys Island 4th of July Parade
Celebrate Independence Day on Pawleys Island at the 4th of July Parade! This family-fun event takes place on the island and is filled with visitors and locals showing off their patriotic spirit. Check out boats, cars, trucks decorated in red, white, and blue. The parade takes place on July 4th from 10am – 12pm.
Salute from the Shore
Head down to the beach for Salute from the Shore this Independence Day! Vintage Military Aircraft and F-16s from South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing at McEntire Joint National Guard Base will fly over our beaches in the Carolinas. Beachgoers along the Grand Strand will have a perfect vantage point to see the show on the coast. Flyovers begin with the F-16s, and C-17s and warbirds follow behind.
Approximate Grand Strand flyover times: Cherry Grove | 1 p.m. for F-16s / 1:05 for C-17s Myrtle Beach | 1:03 p.m. for F-16s / 1:06 for C-17s Pawleys Island | 1:06 for F-16s / 1:14 for C-17s
Show your support for America’s Armed Forces! Bring your flags and other festive 4th of July gear and wave them on.
4th of July at the MarshWalk/Murrells Inlet Boat Parade
Enjoy the holiday week in the Lowcountry and stop by the Independence celebrations at the MarshWalk on July 4th! The 40th Annual Murrells Inlet boat parade will take place at 6 PM. Admire the holiday decorated boats while they cruise through the inlet. Afterwards, enjoy live music along with great food and drinks and then stay for the Grand Strand’s largest aerial fireworks show, the Annual Fourth of July Fireworks on the MarshWalk.
At 10PM, the sky will fill with colors for an incredible 20-plus-minute firework show.
July 4th Concert at the Kaminski House Museum
The annual July 4th Concert at the Kaminski House features talented members of the Indigo Choral Society. Dress in your patriotic gear and pack your favorite snacks, beach chairs, and blankets and enjoy an evening of live music and good times.
Whether it is enjoying a festive meal with loved ones, savoring coastal cuisine, or simply taking in the ambiance of this charming coastal community, celebrating July 4th in Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach promises an enchanting experience that captures the spirit of independence and seaside bliss. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Hammock Coast for the holiday weekend!