Fourth of July Celebration

Daily Events

Turtles' Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
9am-4pm -Turtles Nest Art Studio, Night Heron Park
Our open studio offers an extensive selection of craft options suitable for families, adults and children. Unleash your imagination as you delve into pottery painting, shark tooth and shell necklace making, wood crafts, canvas painting, and much more.

Prices for each project will vary based on your chosen masterpiece(s). Kiln projects, such as pottery painting, are available for pick up 2-3 days after completion. Shipping is available. No reservations required. For more information, please call our Kiawah Recreation at 843.768.6001.

Kayaking Tours
Discover the wonders of Kiawah Island’s rich biodiversity and saltwater marshes with the Kiawah Island Nature Program. Immerse yourself in our daily two-hour long kayaking tours, which offer the chance to discover Kiawah through the eyes of our naturalists.

Schedule:

Tie-Dye T-Shirts & Ribbon Flag Making
11am-12:30pm - Night Heron Park Turtles Nest Studio
Celebrate America with red, white, and blues. A Kiawah Island Golf Resort t-shirt is the perfect way to commemorate the festivities! Or design your own American flag using ribbons and denim for July 4th!

$20+/shirt. $25+/flag, or bundle for $40. Child and adult sizes available while supplies last. No reservations required.

Pool Party
12-1:30pm - Night Heron Pool
Float into an afternoon full of USA themed music, games, and FUN! Join us on the Night Heron Pool Deck to get the 4th of July celebration started! Wear your most patriotic themed bathing suit!

Please note that Kiawah Island Golf Resort Pool usage is exclusive to Resort Guests and Governor’s Club Members. Admission is complimentary, no reservations required.

Sand Sculpting Contest
1-2:30pm - Sanctuary Beach Access
Grab your shovels and head to the beach for our annual 4th of July Sand Sculpting Contest! Join in on the fun and channel your inner artist to create your best American themed sculpture. Not an artist? Come enjoy your afternoon on the beach and vote for your favorite sculpture!

Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. A limited amount of shovels and buckets are available on a first come first serve basis. Per town ordinance, metal shovels are not permitted.

Annual Patriotic Bike Parade
5 - 5:45pm - East Beach Village Patriots of all ages are encouraged to join us on bikes, skates, roller blades, or by foot. Bike decorating begins at 5pm, parade starts promptly at 5:45pm. The Kiawah Island Recreation Department will lead the parade followed by Uncle Sam, Lady Liberty, and Captain America. The route leads participants down Sea Forest Drive from The East Beach Village, and finishes at Night Heron Park where everyone is welcomed to join the Independence Day Celebration. View Parade map here.
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Parade begins promptly at 5:45pm.

5pm – 9pm

Red, White & Blue Festival

Terrace Lawn at The Sanctuary

Join us for a celebration fit for The Sanctuary! Live music, open-air activities and fun for the whole family, including an obstacle course, soccer darts, and games for the kids. The festivities also include a buffet-style menu with all the cookout classics you can eat — burgers, hot dogs, and seafood options — plus your favorite sides. Close out the evening with a 10pm fireworks show! Pricing includes tax & gratuity. Alcoholic beverages not included, but available upon request.

$119 per adult, $59 per child (ages 4-10), inclusive of tax and gratuity Free admittance for children 3 and under

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