Celebrate 4th of July on Hilton Head Island on your Next Vacation

Do you and your family have plans to celebrate the 4th of July on Hilton Head Island this year? If you are, then we want to share with you what you can do together. This year may not feature the regular celebrations that have occurred in previous years, but there are still plenty of things to do. Staying in one of our Hilton Head Island vacation rentals will keep you and your family close to the fun. Let’s look below at what you can do together on or around the island this 4th of July.

Visit the Fort

One thing your family can do this Fourth of July is visit Fort Pulaski National Monument. Located between Savannah and Tybee Island is the fort. Some of the things you can explore include several trails, the museum, and guided tours. Make this a great day trip to learn and explore the fort, all while having a great time together as a family. Admission to the Fort is $10 per person (age 16 and up) and free for children under 15. Please note that the park doesn't accept cash for admission, so please plan accordingly. What a great way to explore Fort Pulaski National Monument while on vacation this 4th of July.

Heyward House Museum

Another great place that your family can visit near Hilton Head Island is the Heyward House Museum, located in Bluffton. The house was built in the 1800s and was an early farmhouse brought to the US from the West Indies. Here, you and your family will be able to visit the Welcome Center to find brochures, maps, menus, and other information. While they will be closed on the 4th of July, it only means that you can explore the museum before and after the holiday. Make this a fun day to explore and learn some history at the Heyward House on your next vacation to Hilton Head Island!

HarbourFest 4th of July Fireworks

What would the 4th of July be without seeing fireworks on this spectacular night? Join in the festivities beginning at 6:00 pm over at the Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, where your family can celebrate with fun. There will be live entertainment along with bounce houses for the kids and train rides through the promenade. And just as the sky turns dark, it is when the most prominent display of fireworks that Hilton Head Island has ever seen.

There are many other things you can do, such as going to the beach. We wanted to share with you. If you haven’t booked your family vacation to stay in one of our Hilton Head Island vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to see you and your family this 4th of July as you make new memories together!

Posted on 06/30/2025 in Holiday Vacations # 4th of July, Bluffton SC, Coastal Home and Villa, Family Activities