Where to Watch Fireworks in Charleston

Celebrate Independence Day in America’s No. 1 City, as voted by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler! Park it and picnic at one of Charleston’s 19 most beautiful parks, then enjoy a grand fireworks display via one of the following exciting events happening around the Lowcountry. Scroll on to check them out!

SpiritLine Cruises July 4th Family Picnic Cruise

Location: Aquarium Wharf
Start Time: 8 PM
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Charleston Water Taxi 4th of July Fireworks

Location: Charleston Harbor
Start Time: 8:45 PM
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4th of July Celebration at The Watch Rooftop

Location: The Restoration Hotel
Start Time: 7 PM
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Patriots Point Fireworks Blast

Location: Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Start Time: 6 PM
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Uncle Sam Jam

Location: Mount Pleasant Pier
Start Time: 7 PM
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City of North Charleston 4th of July Festival

Location: North Charleston Riverfront Park
Start Time: 3 PM
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The Carolina Girl 4th of July Cruise

Location: Depart from St. John’s Yacht Harbor
Start Time: 8 PM
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Fabulous Fourth in the Creek

Location: Goose Greek Municipal Center
Start Time: 6:30 PM
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Independence Day Celebration

Location: J. Marshall Stith Park on Sullivan’s Island
Start Time: 5 PM
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Summerville 2019 Fireworks & Freedom Fest

Location: Gahagan Park
Start Time: 5:30 PM
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Kiawah Island Golf Resort Independence Day Fireworks

Location: Night Heron Park & The Sanctuary Beach
Start Time: 9:15 PM + 10 PM
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Folly Beach 4th of July Fireworks

Location: Front Beach
Start Time: 9:20 PM
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Charleston Outdoor Adventures Folly Beach Fireworks Kayak Tour

Location: Folly Beach
Start Time: 8:15 PM
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