Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina with the beloved HarbourFest fireworks—reimagined each week with special patriotic flair. Enjoy BIGGER and BETTER shows each week as we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial.
SHELTER COVE HARBOURFEST SCHEDULE
2026 FIREWORKS
SCHEDULE
Tuesdays: June 9, 16, 23, & 30
Saturday, July 4th
Tuesdays: July 7, 14, 21, & 28
Tuesdays: August 4, 11, & 18
*All fireworks shows start when the sky is dark. No drones allowed during fireworks shows.
LIVE HARBOURFEST PERFORMANCES
SHANNON TANNER
FAMILY SHOW
Two shows: 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24
Mon - Thurs from May 25 – June 4
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from June 8 – August 20 plus a special patriotic show on Saturday, July 4th
No shows August 25 - September 4
CAPPY THE CLOWN
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24
Monday - Friday from May 25 - September 4 plus
Labor Day Weekend: Saturday, September 5 & Sunday, September 6
PARROT PALOOZA
with Shannon Tanner & The Oyster Reefers
Shows start at 7 p.m.
Thursdays: June 11 – August 20
Labor Day Weekend: Saturday, September 5 & Sunday, September 6
When using a GPS, please use the address: 13 Harbourside Ln.
Shelter Cove HarbourFest Fireworks Shows & Live Entertainment are subject to change.
NO DRONES ALLOWED DURING FIREWORKS SHOWS.
ABOUT SHELTER COVE HARBOURFEST
HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is a weekly celebration during the summer with live music & entertainment, arts & crafts, kids’ activities & Tuesday night fireworks. 2026’s Hilton Head HarbourFest will feature beloved Cappy the Clown, singer/songwriter Shannon Tanner, an island-inspired band & so much more family-friendly entertainment.
If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, please email bmelissakis@palmettodunes.com.
TOP 10 REASONS TO GO TO SHELTER COVE HARBOURFEST
Hilton Head Fireworks
Experience extravagant Hilton Head firework shows over the Shelter Cove HarbourFest grounds on Tuesday nights all summer long.
Family Friendly
Shelter Cove HarbourFest is a family-friendly event complete with carnival games, arts & crafts & an array of kids’ activities for all ages.
Live Music
Hilton Head’s 2026 HarbourFest includes free live music & entertainment all week by the fan-favorite Shannon Tanner with 2 shows a night at 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Classic Entertainment
Shelter Cove HarbourFest includes live entertainment by Cappy the Clown, who has been captivating kids of all ages for 35+ years.
Face Painting
Guests can immerse themselves in the celebration with fun & personalized face painting by Cappy the Clown, a HarbourFest staple.
Waterfront Views
Enjoy waterfront views along the Harbour, often with painted skies amid a gorgeous Shelter Cove sunset.
Parrot Palooza
Celebrate Parrot Palooza on Thursdays with music performances by Shannon Tanner & The Oyster Reefers, playing island favorites.
A Magical Experience
Many have described Shelter Cove HarbourFest’s Hilton Head fireworks as a magical experience with soft music from Shannon Tanner during the fireworks display.
Shopping & Dining
In addition to the Hilton Head Island fireworks, enjoy waterfront shopping & several dining options available along Shelter Cove Marina.
Shuttle Service
A free shuttle service is readily available during the July 4th Hilton Head fireworks event at Shelter Cove HarbourFest.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
A MAGICAL EXPERIENCE
“It's like a July 4th celebration every Tuesday night, June through August. The fireworks are great. The entertainment from Shannon Tanner is awesome and if you catch the 2nd show, all the lights are dimmed as he sits playing his guitar during the fireworks. It's just a magical experience that our family continues to enjoy year after year. The vendors, the food, the shopping - if you like celebrations this one you'll not want to miss."
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