Fourth of July
Every Independence Day, Kiawah Island Golf Resort celebrates the birth of our nation with a week-long itinerary of activities and events that are 100% red, white and…you!
Tuesday, July 4th | 5pm – 9pm
$109 per adult, $49 per child (ages 4-10), inclusive of tax and gratuity Free admittance for children 3 and under
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! This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents. Pricing includes tax & gratuity. Alcoholic beverages not included, but available upon request.
7:00pm: Musket Shooting
7:10pm: Annual Watermelon Eating Contest
9:15pm: Fireworks, Night Heron Soccer Field
This festival will kick off following the Annual Bike Parade at Night Heron Park with many attractions for family and friends to enjoy! Festivities include live music, carnival games, inflatables, cookout menu, a photo booth, and more! Select attractions and crafts $3 – $15.
During the festival, be certain to visit with the 2nd Regiment, South Carolina Continental Line located on the in the Nest Parking Lot. On display will be revolutionary war muskets, equipment and clothing worn by regular soldiers, militia and riflemen. The Regiment is proud to share stories of the American Revolution and the lives of the soldiers, and families that marched with them.
This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents. Admission to the festival is complimentary. No reservations necessary. We ask that you leave pets at home during fireworks for their comfort and safety. The flying of drones in fireworks areas is prohibited. No coolers permitted at any 4th of July events.
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Parade begins promptly at 5:45pm. Schedule subject to change.
This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents.
Daily Events
July 4th | 8:30am – 12:30pm - No Lunch
July 4th | 8:30am – 12:30pm - No Lunch
July 3 | 9:30 – 10:30am
July 4 | 8 – 9am
July5 | 10:30 – 11:30am
July7 | 8 – 9am
Sunday July 2nd
Power Vinyasa Yoga
July 2 | 9:45 – 10:45am
Sanctuary Beach Access
Ashtanga yoga with a focus on smooth vinyasa movements to relax the body and challenge your flexibility. Maintain a steady pace while engaging all of your core muscles. Working at intermediate and expert levels, centering on strengthening the inner physical postures. Previous yoga experience is not required.
$25/ person. Ages 13+. Reservations required, call 843.768.6001. Mats are provided, we recommend that you bring water and sunscreen. Subject to availability.
Escape Box Experience
July 2 | 1 – 2:15pm
Night Heron Park Stage
If you’re looking for a program you can really sink your teeth into, sign up for our tabletop escape experience! You will be tasked with using fun and factual information about alligators posted around the room to solve a series of clues provided at your team table. Do you have what it takes to chomp down on the solution that will get you into the naturalist’s locked case before time is up?
Admission is $50/ family. Minimum of 3 teams to run event and a maximum of 6 players per team. Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Ages 8+ recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Trivia and Lawn Party
July 2 | 3 – 5pm
Love games like Sorry, UNO, Yahtzee and checkers, but wish you could be apart of the game better? Step into the competition by joining us for an afternoon full of GIANT fun you won’t want to miss! Did we mention there will be yard games too?
This event is complimentary, no reservations required. A limited amount of picnic table seating available. Blankets and beach chairs recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Ice Ice Idol
July 2 | 6 – 8pm
Let’s skip straight to dessert, we’ve got your latest scoop! Island Idol is here to showcase all of Kiawah’s amazing talent. Meet us at the Night Heron Park Stage to wow the judges and compete for a chance to win a golden ticket. Don’t want to compete? We have a way for you to beat the heat! Head on over to our snow cone bar where anything is popsicle! Choose from a variety of toppings that are sure to freeze out the competition. We cone-not wait to see you there!
This event is complimentary, no reservations required. Snow cones will be available for purchase. A limited amount of picnic table seating available. Blankets and beach chairs recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Monday July 3rd
Glass Fusing 101
July 3 | 9 – 10am
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio
Learn to cut, layer, and design glass pieces to create your artwork. Choose from a wide variety of color options to make a design that is uniquely yours. Class includes a 3×3 tile with upgrade choices available. Precut pieces are available for children
$45/person. For ages 5+. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
July 3 | 10:30am – 3pm
Night Heron Park
The Turtles’ Nest Art Studio is a great area to relax and get creative! Offering unique craft options during open studio, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Projects include pottery, wood crafts, canvas painting, and various others. Prices vary based on project(s) selected.
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 Recreation Reservations at 843.768.6001 open daily. Schedule subject to change.
Youth Archery
July 3 | 1 – 2pm
Night Heron Park
Join us on the archery range to try your skills. Enjoy a staff instructed lesson with various stationary targets and interactive games! Great for beginners.
$45/ person. For ages 8-12. Participants must be able to confidently pull a 15lb bow string. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancelation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Sidewalk Chalk Drawing Competition
July 3 | 2 – 3pm
Night Heron Park
Get your Picasso on and join us for a family friendly Sidewalk Chalk Contest! Each family will have 1 hour to draw your most patriotic sidewalk chalk creation! Prizes will be given to the top two teams!
Chalk will be provided for each team. This event is complimentary and no reservations are required.
Pool Party
July 3 | 3 – 4pm
Night Heron Pool
Float into an afternoon full of music, games, snow cones, and FUN! Join us on the Night Heron Pool Deck to continue kicking off the week’s celebrations.
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. Schedule subject to change.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts
July 3 | 4:30 – 5:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Celebrate America with red, white, and blue, or choose from our other vibrant color options. A Kiawah Island Golf Resort t-shirt is the perfect way to commemorate the festivities!
$20/shirt. Child and adult sizes available while supplies last. No reservations required. Schedule subject to change.
3v3 Basketball Tournament
July 3 | 5:30pm and 6:30pm
Night Heron Basketball Court
Join us at the Night Heron Park Basketball Court for a 3v3 Basketball Tournament! Come alone or with a team to play the island’s best basketball. We’ll get the crowd; you call the fouls! Youth games begin at 5:30pm. Adult games begin at 6:30pm. Prizes awarded to the winning team in each category.
Youth tournament is open to ages 12 and under. Those 13 and over will be required to play in the adult tournament. Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Please arrive ten minutes early to register your team as tournament play begins promptly at 6:30pm. Schedule subject to change.
Teen Night: Messy Night
July 3 | 7 – 8pm
Night Heron Park Soccer Field
Meet at the Night Heron Park soccer field to participate in a series of messy games and challenges! Compete against other teens and be prepared to get messy! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!
Admission is complimentary, no reservations are required. Open to all teens ages 12-17. Schedule subject to change.
Tuesday July 4th
Yoga on the Beach
July 4 | 8 – 9am
Sanctuary Beach Access
Hatha yoga with a blend of slow to moderate pace vinyasa and longer held restorative poses. We work at a beginner to intermediate level and focus on using breath to create body awareness, calm the mind, and build strength and flexibility all while taking in the beauty of the beach. Previous yoga experience is not required.
$25/ person. Ages 13+. Reservations required, call 843.768.6001. Mats are provided, we recommend that you bring water and sunscreen. Subject to availability.
Sand Sculpting Contest
July 4 | 11:30am – 1pm
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. Schedule subject to change.
Pool Party
July 4 | 1 – 2:30pm
Night Heron Pool
Float into an afternoon full of music, games, snow cones, and FUN! Join us on the Night Heron Pool Deck to continue kicking off the week’s celebrations.
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. Schedule subject to change.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts
July 4 | 1 – 2:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Celebrate America with red, white, and blue, or choose from our other vibrant color options. A Kiawah Island Golf Resort t-shirt is the perfect way to commemorate the festivities!
$20/shirt. Child and adult sizes available while supplies last. No reservations required. Schedule subject to change.
Family Craft: Funky Sunglasses
July 4 | 1 – 2:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Join us on the deck in Night Heron Park for a family fun craft that is different every day! Create your own unique pair of sunglasses. Choose from our funky sunglass designs and decorate with different gems, beads, and other craft elements!
$20/pair. No reservations are required. Schedule subject to change.
Annual Patriotic Bike Parade
July 4 | 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 Festival.
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Parade begins promptly at 5:45pm. Schedule subject to change.
This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents.
Independence Day Festival
July 4 | 6 – 9pm
Night Heron Park
Festival Highlights
7:00pm Musket Shooting
7:10pm Annual Watermelon Eating Contest
9:15pm Fireworks, Night Heron Soccer Field
This festival will kick off following the Annual Bike Parade at Night Heron Park with many attractions for family and friends to enjoy! Festivities include live music, carnival games, inflatables, a photo booth, and more! Select attractions and crafts $3 – $15.
During the festival, be certain to visit with the 2nd Regiment, South Carolina Continental Line located on the in the Nest Parking Lot. On display will be revolutionary war muskets, equipment and clothing worn by regular soldiers, militia and riflemen. The Regiment is proud to share stories of the American Revolution and the lives of the soldiers, and families that marched with them.
This event, as well as gate access during this time, is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents. Admission to the festival is complimentary. No reservations necessary. We ask that you leave pets at home during fireworks for their comfort and safety. The flying of drones in fireworks areas is prohibited. No coolers permitted at any 4th of July events.
Wednesday, July 5th
Candle Making
July 5 | 9 – 10am
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio
Our artist will help you step by step in the candle-making process. You can choose from 80+ scents, either picking out one scent or combining scents to make it your own. Design your candle label or even decorate your jar! Projects are available 1 day after completion.
$40/person. For ages 5+. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
July 5 | 10:30am – 3pm
Night Heron Park
The Turtles’ Nest Art Studio is a great area to relax and get creative! Offering unique craft options during open studio, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Projects include pottery, wood crafts, canvas painting, and various others. Prices vary based on project(s) selected.
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 Recreation Reservations at 843.768.6001 open daily. Schedule subject to change.
Youth Archery
July 5 | 1 – 2pm
Night Heron Park
Join us on the archery range to try your skills. Enjoy a staff instructed lesson with various stationary targets and interactive games! Great for beginners.
$45/ person. For ages 8 – 12. Participants must be able to confidently pull a 15lb bow string. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancelation policy applies. Subject to availability.
West Beach Pool Party
July 5 | 2 – 3pm
West Beach Pool
Float into an afternoon full of music, games, and FUN! Join us on the West Beach Pool Deck to join the party!
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Please note that Kiawah Island Golf Resort Pool usage is exclusive to Resort Guests and Governor’s Club Members.
Escape Box Experience
July 5 | 3 – 4:15pm
Night Heron Park Stage
If you’re looking for a program you can really sink your teeth into, sign up for our tabletop escape experience! You will be tasked with using fun and factual information about alligators posted around the room to solve a series of clues provided at your team table. Do you have what it takes to chomp down on the solution that will get you into the naturalist’s locked case before time is up?
Admission is $50/ family. Minimum of 3 players and maximum of 6 players per team. Parties of 7 or more, please purchase and additional team spot. Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Ages 8+ recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Family Craft: Funky Sunglasses
July 5 | 4:30 – 5:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Join us on the deck in Night Heron Park for a family fun craft that is different every day! Create your own unique pair of sunglasses. Choose from our funky sunglass designs and decorate with different gems, beads, and other craft elements!
$20/pair. No reservations are required. Schedule subject to change.
Trivia
July 5 | 6 – 8pm
Night Heron Park
Join us in Night Heron Park for trivia! Battle it out against other families answering various questions from various categories! Bring your thinking caps and prepare to have fun!
This event is complimentary and no reservations are required. A limited amount of picnic table seating is available. Blankets or beach chairs recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Teen Night: Aqua Rave
July 5 | 8:30 – 10pm
Night Heron Park Children’s Pool
We’re getting Wet-n-Wild this summer as we splash down into the coolest party of the week. Join us poolside for cool waves, wild slides, and hot tunes spun live by our live DJ and interactive event host. This is one deck party you won’t want to miss with wild underwater scavenger hunts, foam showers and an abundance of glow in the dark gear.
Ages 13 – 17. Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. Schedule subject to change.
Thursday July 6
Beach Bootcamp
July 6 | 7 – 7:45am
Sanctuary Beach Access
Come for a workout that is never the same to keep your body guessing! Designed to build strength, burn calories, and build lean muscle, this boot camp style workout in the sand will not disappoint. Rain or shine, hot or cold, we’ll see you on the beach!
$25/ person. Ages 13+. Class is 45 minutes long. Reservations required, call 843.768.6001. All equipment provided, we recommend that you bring water and sunscreen. Subject to availability.
Adult Canvas Painting
July 6 | 9 – 10am
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio
Our artist will help you step by step in the candle-making process. You can choose from over 80+ scents, either picking out one scent or combining scents to make it your own. Design your candle label or even decorate your jar! Projects will be available 1 day after completion.
$40/person. For ages 5+. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
July 6 | 10:30am – 3pm
Night Heron Park
The unique setting will inspire you while our artist guides you through a step-by-step project you will treasure.
$50/person. For ages 13+. Reservations are required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Adult Archery Lesson
July 6 |12 – 1pm
Night Heron Park
Join us on the archery range to try your skills. Enjoy a staff instructed lesson with various stationary targets and competition games! Great for beginner to intermediate.
$45/ person. For ages 13 and up. Participants must be able to confidently pull a 15lb bow string. Reservations required, please call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancelation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Mystery Event
July 6 |3 – 4pm
Night Heron Park
Look for something to do and like surprises? Join us at Night Heron Park for a mystery pop-up event! Be ready to do anything from arts and crafts to competitive games, to everything in between!
Some events may require a fee. No reservations are required.
Family Craft: Stuff Animal Factory
July 6 | 4:30 – 5:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Select, stuff, and dress-up your own furry friend to remind you of your time spent on Kiawah. A great companion for long car rides or flights home!
$20/ animal. No reservation required. Schedule subject to change.
Music Bingo
July 6 | 5 – 7pm
Night Heron Park Stage
Join us in the park for a few rounds of music bingo! Try your luck in various rounds of bingo and mini games. Fun for the whole family! First round begins at 5:30pm.
This event is complimentary, no reservations required. Concessions available for purchase. A limited amount of picnic table seating available. Blankets and beach chairs recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Kids Night Out: Dive in Movie
July 6 | 6 – 9pm
West Beach Pool
Meet at the West Beach Pool for a pizza pool party, crafts and a movie! Drop-off and pick-up located at the West Beach Pool located at 1 Vacation Way, Kiawah Island, SC 29455.
Reservations are required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. 4 camper minimum for camp to run. Subject to availability.
Laser Tag
July 6 | 7 – 10pm
Do you have what it takes to compete on the battlefield? Put your thinking caps on because strategic tactics are consequential! Grab your crew and go head-to-head against others in this fierce match. Aim at your enemy’s targets as you battle through the smoke machines. Hide behind the inflatable bunkers, but be careful not to get hit by your opponent’s precise laser beams. Will you be ruled as the Laser Tag Champions, or will you be sent home?
Ages 7+. 2 Teams of 10 participants. Complimentary, no reservations required. For more information, call 843.768.6001 or visit: holidaysonkiawah.com
Friday, July 7th
Canvas Painting for Kids
July 7 | 9 – 10am
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio
Budding artists will LOVE this fun painting class geared for children. Our instructor will help guide these future artists through easy to follow, step-by-step instructions to create a stunning canvas painting. Older clothes are recommended.
$45/person. For ages 5+. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Schedule subject to change.
Yogilates
July 7 | 9:15 – 10:15am
Sanctuary Beach Access
Yogilates on the beach is a combination of Pilates poses developing core strength and stabilization, and a series of yoga poses to improve flexibility and structure. This combination of yoga and Pilates helps tone and condition major muscle groups. No yoga experience is needed.
$25/person. Ages 13+. Reservations required, call 843.768.6001. Mats are provided, we recommend that you bring water and sunscreen. Subject to availability.
Turtles’ Nest Art Studio: Open Studio
July 7 | 10:30am – 3pm
Night Heron Park
The Turtles’ Nest Art Studio is a great area to relax and get creative! Offering unique craft options during open studio, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Projects include pottery, wood crafts, canvas painting, and various others. Prices vary based on project(s) selected.
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 Recreation Reservations at 843.768.6001 open daily. Schedule subject to change.
Youth Archery Lesson
July 7 |1 – 2pm
Night Heron Park
Join us on the archery range to try your skills. Enjoy a staff instructed lesson with various stationary targets and interactive games! Great for beginners!
$45/person. For ages 8-12. Participants must be able to confidently pull 15lb draw weight of bow. Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Subject to availability.
Pool Party
July 7 | 2 – 3pm
Night Heron Pool
Float into an afternoon full of music, games, and FUN! Join us on the Night Heron Pool Deck to join the party!
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. . Concessions and crafts available for purchase. Please note that Kiawah Island Golf Resort Pool usage is exclusive to Resort Guests and Governor’s Club Members.
Family Survivor
July 7 | 3 – 5pm
Night Heron Park Stage
2 hours. 8 families. 1 survivor. Can you outwit, out-play, and out-last to come out on top? Join us at the Night Heron Park Stage to test your family’s strengths, smarts, and teamwork in a fast paced showdown. The tribe has spoken. Game on!
Admission is $30/ family. Minimum of 4 players and maximum of 6 players per team. Parties of 7 or more, please purchase and additional team spot. Dress accordingly, water games are included! Advanced reservations required, call 843.768.6001. 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Ages 8+ recommended. Schedule subject to change.
Family Craft: Tie Dye
July 7 | 4:30 – 5:30pm
Night Heron Park Pavilion
Celebrate America with red, white, and blue, or choose from our other vibrant color options. A Kiawah Island Golf Resort t-shirt is the perfect way to commemorate the festivities!
$20+/shirt. Child and adult sizes available while supplies last. No reservations required. Schedule subject to change.
Bonfire and S’more Bar with Live Entertainment
July 7 | 6:30 – 8pm
Night Heron Park Stage
Join us for one last hoorah of the week with a classic bonfire, s’mores and live entertainment at the Night Heron Park Stage!
Admission is complimentary, no reservations required. A limited amount of picnic table seating available, beach chairs and blankets are recommended. Live entertainment starts at 6:30!