From community concerts to fireworks finales, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July across the Upstate. Whether you’re looking for family fun, live music, or a spot to catch the show, here’s where to find the festivities.
Thursday, June 26
Let Freedom Ring | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Furman University | Free | Celebrate the Fourth of July with patriotic tunes featuring the Greenville Chorale + a fireworks finale.
Saturday, June 28
Freedom Blast | 6-10:30 p.m. | Greer City Park | Free | Enjoy a night of skydiving performances, live music, rides, and even a rib-eating contest at this action-packed celebration, capped off with a fireworks show.
Thursday, July 3
The Spark Before The 4th | 12-10 p.m. | PKL Park | $10 per person after 6 p.m. (kids 12 and under free) | Kick off Independence Day early with live music, giveaways, a special cookout menu, and prime fireworks views.
Clemson MBA Fireworks | 6-10 p.m. | Unity Park | Free | Bring a blanket and enjoy an evening of patriotic fun, picnic vibes, and a spectacular show.
Fourth of July Spectacular | 6-10 p.m. | Downtown Fountain Inn | Free | Celebrate the Fourth with live music, food trucks, and a fireworks spectacular.
Fourth of July | Thursday, July 3-Friday, July 4 | 6 p.m. | Southernside Brewing Co. | Free entry | Enjoy two nights of live music, food and drink specials, and prime views of the July 3rd fireworks show at Unity Park.
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $11+ | Honor America’s heroes with a pregame street party, a Special Forces Jump Team performance, the annual hot dog eating contest + a fireworks finale.
Simpsonville Simply Freedom Fest | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | Free | Rock out with the Eli Young Band, Corey Smith, and DJ Slim McGraw ahead of a fireworks show.
Friday, July 4
Pool Party | 12-6 p.m. | Restaurant 17, Travelers Rest | $85 | Celebrate the Fourth with an all-you-can-eat cookout and pool pass at Hotel Domestique.
Float-a-Palooza | Friday, July 4-Sunday, July 6 | 12-7 p.m. | Saluda Lake Landing | $15+ | Float from noon to night with live DJ sets, discounted rentals, cookout bites, and prizes at this pet- and family-friendly lake party.
Saturday, July 5
Kids Bike Parade | 10 a.m. | Trailblazer Park, Travelers Rest | Free | Deck out your bike in red, white, and blue with prizes, patriotic fun, and a ride around the farmers market lawn.
5th of July | 2-10 p.m. | Bridgeway Station, Simpsonville | Free | Keep the party going with fireworks, live music, line dancing, superheroes, and more family fun.
