Have you been on the hunt for ways to celebrate the 4th of July in Columbia, SC? It’s time to bring out the red, white, and blue because there are family-friendly events happening all weekend long, offering things such as parades, concerts, fireworks, baseball games, and more!
We’ve gathered a list of these Independence Day events all around Columbia, SC and know you will find the perfect celebration for you and your family below!
Your Quick Guide to Celebrating Independence Day in Columbia, SC!
The list below includes favorite events like:
🎆4th of July Fireworks in Columbia, SC
🎆Independence Day Celebrations in Columbia, SC
🎆Patriotic Events
Lake Murray Fireworks
July 4, 2026 – 9:15 pm
Location: Dreher Island State Park or Spence Island
Cost: Free with entry into the state park
Details: This is the largest fireworks show on Lake Murray and can be best viewed from either Dreher Island State Park or Spence Island! Normal fees for parking/entry at the viewing places will apply. This Columbia fireworks show is synchronized to patriotic music!
Fireworks with the Phil: SC250
June 27, 2026- Concert begins at 8 pm, Fireworks at 9:15 pm
Location: Segra Park
Cost: $10
Details: Family-friendly event with patriotic music with the South Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra to end with a fireworks display.
Fireworks with the Phil
Fireworks Show and More at Fort Jackson
July 4, 2026
Time: Gates open at 4:00 pm; Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm
Location: Hilton Field at Fort Jackson – all people over 16 must have a government-issued ID to enter
Cost: Free and open to the public
Details: Fort Jackson will once again welcome the public so an Independence Day Celebration! Live music by local bands and artists, food trucks and local vendors, fireworks show beginning at 9 pm, car and jeep show, a kids zone with carnival rides, and more!
Fort Jackson Fireworks
Fireworks Show at Lake Wateree State Park
July 4, 2026
Hours: Fireworks begin around 9:30 pm
Location: Lake Wateree State Park
Cost: Free with entry into the state park
Columbia Fireflies Fourth of July Celebration Weekend
July 3, 2026 – Pre-Fourth of July Celebration with post-game fireworks
July 4, 2026
Hours: Game begins at 6:05 pm
Location: Segra Park
Cost: Free with purchase of game ticket
Description: There is no better place to spend Independence Day than with our 4th of July Celebration presented by SC250, featuring the official City of Columbia fireworks show, our biggest and brightest fireworks show of the year! | Presented By SC250
Columbia Fireflies Fourth of July Celebration
July 5, 2026 – Fourth of July Weekend Celebration with post-game kids run the bases and team autograph opportunities.
Born in the USA 4 Mile Run
July 4, 2026 – Main race begins at 7:04 am.
Location: 5217 Trenholm Road, Columbia
Cost: Varies based upon when registration is completed
Details: Kick off your Independence Day morning with a fun run! With three different options: 4-mile race, 4-mile 2-person relay, or the Firecracker Youth Run, you can make it a family affair! There will be an award for the best 4th of July costume about 15 minutes before the races begin and refreshments throughout the course and at the finish line. Each participant for the Firecracker Youth Run will receive a medal and there will also be awards for the top finishers of the 4-mile run and relay races.
You can register for this event anytime between now and race day with different costs based on how soon you sign-up! Visit Born in the USA run online to register and for more information on things such as course details and packet-pickup information.
Lexington Blowfish Baseball Game and Fireworks Show
July 3 and 4, 2026– 7:05 pm
Location: 474 Ball Park Rd., Lexington, SC 29072
Cost: Varies depending on seat (Parking is $3 cash per car.)
Details: The Blowfish are a summer collegiate baseball team made up of players from colleges such as Clemson, Winthrop, and College of Charleston, just to name a few. On July 3rd they will play Macon Bacon, and on July 4th they will play the Glowfish in what are sure to be a 2 nights full of family fun and celebration! A firework display will be held at the end of each game.
Lexington County Peach Festival and Fireworks Display
July 4, 2026– 8 am – 9:30 pm
Location: Gilbert Community Park, 110 Rikard Circle, Gilbert, SC 29054
Cost: Free
Details: This year marks the 66th annual Lexington Peach Festival and will provide fun events and festivities all day long! The festival will kick off with a parade at 9:30 am and end the day with a firework display around 9:15 pm. Throughout the day, you can enjoy live music and entertainment, a tractor show, children’s rides, an art exhibit, and more!
Planning to be in Upstate, SC? Check out these fireworks displays near Greenville, SC!
4th of July: Columbia SC
Need More?
Head to the Upstate for more fireworks options.
Here’s the Greenville list of 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks! It has lots of options in the Upstate and Western North Carolina.
And, the Charlotte, NC area offers even more 4th of July Celebrations.
See fireworks from the beach!
There are lots of places where you can see fireworks from the beach for FREE!
Check them out in this guide to 4th of July and Fireworks in Charleston, SC.
If you are looking for New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Columbia, visit our article on New Year’s Eve in Columbia, SC.
How are you celebrating the Fourth of July, Columbia, SC?
