With it being the 250th anniversary, it is sure to be a Fourth of July to remember! There is so much going on, but the good news is we've put together a comprehensive list of events happening throughout York County.
250 years US of Cay
July 2nd through July 4th
📍 Various locations
Join Tega Cay for 3 days of exciting happenings for our country! 250 years! Beginning July 2nd with a Water Ski Show and boat Parade, July 3rd Uncle Sam Jam at 6 pm, and A full day of Americana excitement on July 4th!
Rock Hill Red, White & Boom
July 4th from 4:00 to 9:00 PM
📍 Main Street to Fountain Park
Celebrate the 4th of July in Old Town Rock Hill from 4 PM–9 PM with a fun-filled evening for the whole family! Enjoy free activities like face painting, food trucks, and water play. Cool off with slides, foam, and water games, and grab a bite from local restaurants and vendors.
City of York 4th of July Celebration
July 4th from 6:30 to 10:00 PM
📍 York Middle School
Join the City of York for its Annual 4th of July Celebration at York Middle School (1010 Devinney Rd) from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM! Enjoy live music by The Sound and music throughout the evening provided by DJ Woo. Grab some bites from local food trucks and settle in for a festive evening. The night ends with a dazzling fireworks show you won’t want to miss. Bring your lawn chairs and celebrate Independence Day with the York community!
Clover 4th of July Golf Cart Parade & Freedom Run
July 4th
📍 New Centre Park
The day begins with the Freedom Run & Roll events, featuring a Fun Run at 8:00 AM and a 5K race at 8:30 AM. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome to participate.
At 10:00 AM, the Golf Cart Parade will roll out from New Centre Park and travel through Clover before returning to the park. Decorated carts will showcase patriotic spirit, creative themes, and community pride as participants celebrate Independence Day in true Clover fashion.
The celebration continues from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM with live music by SoPhunk Band, face painting, balloon art, food trucks, sweet treats, and more. Guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch from Tater's Floating Restaurant, along with offerings from Vita Da Pizza, GiGi's Lemonade, Little Philly's Water Ice, and Parkin' Latte.
Fort Mill Independence Day Celebration
July 3rd, 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
📍 345 North White Street, Fort Mill, SC.
Celebrate Independence Day early with the Town of Fort Mill on Friday, July 3, from 6 to 9:30 PM at Walter Elisha Park and the Fort Mill Amphitheater (345 N. White St). This free, family-friendly event features live music from American Bombshells performing a mix of patriotic favorites. The kids can enjoy the kid zone which includes, patriotic contests, bubbles, games, and more. At 8:00 p.m., enjoy the Carolina Troubadours, a premier George Strait tribute band, leading up to an exciting fireworks spectacular at 9:15 p.m. Parking is available nearby, and road closures will be in effect around the park. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening full of food, fun, and fireworks!
54th Annual Firing of the Cannons
July 4th, 10:00 AM
📍 Main Street Fort Mill
Join the Town of Fort Mill as we celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States of America during the 54th Annual Firing of the Cannons, one of Fort Mill's most cherished Independence Day traditions. This patriotic ceremony will feature special guests, historical presentations, patriotic music, and a ceremonial cannon firing honoring our nation's founding and the community traditions that have been passed down for generations.
Lake Wylie Annual Fireworks Display
July 4th from beginning at dusk
📍 Lake Wylie by the Buster Boyd Bridge, SC.
Celebrate Independence Day by the water at Lake Wylie’s Buster Boyd Bridge on Saturday, July 4! Festivities begin at dusk, with the fireworks show lighting up the sky around 9:45 PM. Enjoy food, family fun, and entertainment throughout the evening in one of the area’s most scenic spots. Don’t miss this lakeside celebration perfect for all ages!
Town of Sharon 4th of July Celebration
June 27th
📍 Sharon Road, York, SC 29745.
Bring your own lawn chairs and stay awhile. The event will feature food, craft vendors, and live music. Fireworks will begin at dusk!!!!
Independence Day Celebration at Historic Brattonsville
July 4th
📍 1444 Brattonsville Road, McConnells, SC.
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, watch demonstrations of the military actions in the Backcountry of South Carolina, including the Battle of Huck’s Defeat, fought on Brattonsville property in 1780. Guided battlefield tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. will examine the events leading up to the battle, the people involved, and the significance of the Patriot victory in slowing the British advance during the Southern Campaign. Visitors will also be able to explore domestic life, artisan trades, and military history from the Revolutionary era through interactive demonstrations.
Celebrate America Fireworks Show at Carowinds
July 3rd, July 4th, & July 5th
📍 14523 Carowinds Blvd., Charlotte, NC
All-American thrills are waiting for you at Carowinds as we celebrate Star-Spangled Nights presented by M&M’S®, the Carolinas’ most breathtaking 4th of July event of the year! The night’s sky will be painted with bright, colorful lights, and the air will fill with patriotic music and sounds of celebration, creating an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Independence Day at Kings Mountain
July 4th from beginning at 9:00 AM
📍 Kings Mountain National Military Park
Celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary at Kings Mountain National Military Park! Weekend events will consist of public readings of the Declaration of Independence by interpreters in period attire, after which you will have the opportunity to sign your own copy to take home with quill and ink, guided battlefield tours, and historic weapons demonstrations.
