July is one of the most exciting months of the year in the Lowcountry, and this year the celebrations are even more meaningful as communities across the country commemorate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. From spectacular Fourth of July festivities and fireworks to the beloved Beaufort Water Festival, live music, local art, family activities, races, and community gatherings, there’s something happening almost every day. Whether you’re a longtime local, new to the area, or visiting for the summer, we’ve rounded up some of the best events taking place throughout Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, and beyond. Mark your calendars and make the most of everything the Lowcountry has to offer this July!
Happening All Month:
- Mean Girls the Musical Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
- Hilton Head Community Market – Saturdays
- HarbourFest Fireworks – Tuesdays
- Dueling Pianos at Poseidon – Thursdays
- First Thursday Artisan Alley in Sea Pines – Thursdays
- Shelter Cove Movie Nights – Thursdays
- Super Summer Jams – Tuesdays
- Hilton Head Turtle Talks – Mondays
- Friday Night Family Yoga – Fridays
- Music and Taste on the Harbour – Thursdays
- Hilton Head Farmers Market – Tuesdays
- Bluffton Farmers Market – Thursdays
- Shops at Sea Pines Center Farmers Market – Tuesdays
- Sea Pines Dolphin Dash 5K – Thursdays
- Palmetto Dunes Turtle Trot 5K – Wednesdays
- The Bridge Collective Market – Thursdays
- Palmetto Dunes Turtle Talks – Wednesdays
July Lineup:
- July 1st – Brown Bag Lunch: Thomas Jefferson
- July 1st – Patriotic Sidewalk Chalk at The Shops at Sea Pines Center
- July 2nd – Independence Day Drone Show
- July 2nd – Independence Day Flag Ceremony
- July 2nd – Stars, Stripes, and Swings Golf Tournament
- July 2nd – Independence Day 5K
- July 2nd – Independence Day Concert with Deas-Guyz
- July 3rd – Beaufort First Friday
- July 3rd – Bluffton Independence Day Firework Show on the May
- July 3rd – The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra at Harbour Town
- July 4th – Bald Eagle Flyover
- July 4th – USA 5K
- July 4th – 5th Annual Beaufort 5K Firecracker Run
- July 4th – Hilton Head Firecracker 5K
- July 4th – Laiken Love Performance at Hush
- July 4th – Fourth of July Parade & Carnival in Harbour Town
- July 4th – 4th of July Celebrations in Port Royal
- July 4th – Salute From The Shore
- July 4th – Community Freedom Fest at the Park
- July 5th – Red, White and Ooh
- July 7th – Jazz in the Park
- July 8th – Summer Pub Run Series
- July 8th – Revolutionary War Boat Tour
- July 9th – Party in the Park
- July 10th – Author Event: Meg Waite Clayton
- July 11th – Gullah Heritage Festival
- July 12th, 19th & 26th – The Toxic Avenger Musical at Coligny
- July 12th – Free Donation Based Sunset Yoga
- July 13th – Live, Unscripted and Unfiltered Show with Tim Meadows
- July 14th – Phish at Enmarket Arena
- July 17th – 26th – Annual Beaufort Water Festival
- July 17th – Beaufort Water Festival Opening Ceremony
- July 18th – Bulls, Bands and Barrels at Enmarket Arena
- July 18th – Slide Out of July Waterslide Event
- July 18th – Da’ Gullah American Revolutionary Experience
- July 18th – Annual Badminton Tournament in Beaufort
- July 18th – Annual Beaufort Raft Race
- July 18th – Moxie Events The Piano Man
- July 21st – Keep The Broad Creek Clean Water Festival
- July 21st – Jazz in the Park
- July 22nd – Summer Pub Run at Nala’s Bar and Grill
- July 22nd – Morning Mahjong at Tin and Tallow
- July 23rd – Party in the Park
- July 23rd – Charleston Refresh & Guided Mahjong Play
- July 24th – May River Shrimp Festival
- July 24th – Light’s Out Presents Franky Valli and More
- July 24th – Laiken Love at Hush
- July 24th & 25th – Gullah/Geechee CREATE Artists Collective Reception and Exhibition
- July 25th – Sip and Shop Christmas in July at Burnt Church Distillery
- July 25th– The Biggest Showcase in Colleton County
- July 25th – May River Sunset 5K: Hawaiian Shirt Run
- July 27th – Beach Pilates at Coligny
- July 29th – Summer Pub Run at Lot 9 Brewery
- July 30th – Author Event with Paul Attaway
We hope this guide helps you fill your calendar with memorable experiences all month long. As always, be sure to check each event’s official website or social media pages for the latest details before you head out. Have a safe, happy, and unforgettable July—we’ll see you around the Lowcountry!