Barefoot Landing
North Myrtle Beach
Grab some food or drinks, do a little shopping and celebrate our country in style. Fireworks over the lake is a great way to top off the evening. 10:15 p.m. at Barefoot Landing, 4898 U.S. 17 S., (843) 272-8349 www.bflanding.com

4th of July Boat Parade & Fireworks Display
Murrells Inlet
A patriotic tradition now in its 30th year, the boat parade will start at 5 p.m. from Garden City Point and head to the MarshWalk, down the shoreline to the Hot Fish Club. As the sun sets, turn your attention skyward for a fantastic fireworks display shot off from the end of Veterans Pier. Parade at 5 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m., Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, (843) 652-4236, www.murrellsinletsc.com

4th of July Celebration
Surfside Beach
Head to the parking lot at the Surfside Pier, set up your chairs, and turn your eyes to the sky. Enjoy the summer weather while you take in an exciting light show. 6–10 p.m., (843) 913-6111 www.surfsidebeach.org

Other fireworks locations and times: Broadway at the Beach, 10 p.m. Cherry Grove Pier, 9:30 p.m. For more Independence Day events, see our calendar listings here.