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SUMMARY:Donate Blood at the Beaufort Donor Center | Free Admission to the Beaufort Water Festival
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer with OneBlood at the Beaufort Donor Center! All blood or platelet donors will get: \n💧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥💧 $20 eGift Card💧 Big Red Bus T-shirt \nSplash into saving lives this summer! Click the ticket link and input the zip code “29902” to book your appointment. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/690625407479616/?event_time_id=690626147479542
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/donate-blood-at-the-beaufort-donor-center-free-admission-to-the-beaufort-water-festival-3/
LOCATION:1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902\, 1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902
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SUMMARY:Rising 9th grade Transition Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Thrive! – 9th Grade Girls Transition Boot CampThe Safe Space Foundation proudly presents Ready\, Set\, Thrive!\, an empowering one-day transition boot camp designed to help rising 9th grade girls confidently step into high school with purpose and strength.This engaging and supportive experience focuses on preparing students for both academic success and personal growth. Participants will gain valuable insight into high school expectations\, GPA and credit requirements\, and how to navigate social and digital responsibilities. The program also emphasizes building confidence\, healthy relationships\, leadership skills\, goal setting\, and effective stress management.Through interactive activities\, meaningful discussions\, and real-life scenarios\, students will develop the tools they need to thrive during this important transition. Each participant will also receive a complimentary 30-minute mentoring session for ongoing support throughout the school year.#freeevent#FutureLeaders \n safespacetss.org
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/rising-9th-grade-transition-boot-camp/
LOCATION:Beaufort County Library\, 311 Scott St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29902-5556\, US
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bird: A Presentation by Kelley Luikey
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning photographer Kelley Luikey for a photography workshop at the Maritime Center!Learn about Kelley’s creative approach to bird photography\, equipment tips\, shooting techniques\, and editing workflow that you can apply to your own photography. \n🗓 Thursday\, July 9th 📸 $10 per participant \nWhether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills\, you’ll leave with lots of tips to elevate your images. \nAnd once you’ve put those new skills to work\, don’t forget to submit your favorite shots to our 3rd Annual Photography Contest! It’s the perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity. \nRegister for Kelley Luikey’s presentation: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/portroyalsoundfoundation/items/743075/availability/2116550367/book/?full-items=yes \nRegister for our Photo Contest: portroyalsoundfoundation.org/photo-contest-rules
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/beyond-the-bird-a-presentation-by-kelley-luikey/
LOCATION:310 Okatie Hwy\, Okatie\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29909\, 310 Okatie Hwy\, Okatie\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29909
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SUMMARY:Donate Blood at the Beaufort Donor Center | Free Admission to the Beaufort Water Festival
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer with OneBlood at the Beaufort Donor Center! All blood or platelet donors will get: \n💧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥💧 $20 eGift Card💧 Big Red Bus T-shirt \nSplash into saving lives this summer! Click the ticket link and input the zip code “29902” to book your appointment. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/690625407479616/?event_time_id=690626144146209
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/donate-blood-at-the-beaufort-donor-center-free-admission-to-the-beaufort-water-festival-2/
LOCATION:1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902\, 1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902
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SUMMARY:Donate Blood at the Beaufort Donor Center | Free Admission to the Beaufort Water Festival
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat this summer with OneBlood at the Beaufort Donor Center! All blood or platelet donors will get: \n💧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥💧 $20 eGift Card💧 Big Red Bus T-shirt \nSplash into saving lives this summer! Click the ticket link and input the zip code “29902” to book your appointment. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/690625407479616/?event_time_id=690626150812875
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/donate-blood-at-the-beaufort-donor-center-free-admission-to-the-beaufort-water-festival/
LOCATION:1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902\, 1001 Boundry Street Beaufort SC 29902
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SUMMARY:Junior Service League of Beaufort Scoop for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Help the Junior Service League of Beaufort Scoop for a Cause!\n\nPlease join JSLB for our Celebrity Scooper Night at Bruster’s Ice Cream on July 7 from 6-9PM!\n\nWe’re excited to announce our local celebrity scoopers who will be helping us scoop to make a difference:\nDusty Vickers\, 2026 Water Festival Commodore\nSummer Santos\, JSLB President\nKevin Phillips\, Mayor of the Town of Port Royal\n\nThe best part? 20% of all proceeds from the evening will benefit JSLB and our mission to support and enrich the lives women\, children\, & families throughout the Lowcountry\n\nGrab your family\, invite your friends\, and enjoy a night of ice cream for a great cause. Every scoop makes a difference!\n\nBruster’s Ice Cream\n304 Robert Smalls Parkway\n July 7 |  6–9 PM
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/junior-service-league-of-beaufort-scoop-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Bruster’s Ice Cream of Beaufort\, 304 Robert Smalls Parkway\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29906\, United States
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SUMMARY:July 2026 Gathering of Greendrinks Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Art & Conservation. Connections to the Land. Emma Barnes McClure\, MFA\, is a multi-disciplinary artist from Islandton\, South Carolina\, and is currently a Drawing & Painting Instructor at USCB. Emma will share an artistic approach to the importance of conservation and our love for the Lowcountry landscape.  \nhttps://mailchi.mp/09fd990d2b16/ecmagkfe6l-10904219
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/july-2026-gathering-of-greendrinks-beaufort/
LOCATION:Shellring Ale Works\, 1111 11th street\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, US
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Beaufort Medical and Administrative Center
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort Memorial is proud to host the OneBlood Big Red Bus for a community blood drive at the Beaufort Medical and Administrative Center on Tuesday\, July 7. \n📍 990 Ribaut Road\, Beaufort🗓️ Tuesday\, 7/7⌚9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nSchedule an appointment:https://www.oneblood.org/donate-now/scheduler.html?locationId=1624391 \nOne pint of blood can help save up to 3️⃣ lives.Give the gift of life. \nAll donors receive:• $25 eGift card• T-shirt• Wellness checkup
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/blood-drive-beaufort-medical-and-administrative-center/
LOCATION:Beaufort Medical and Administrative Center\, Beaufort Medical and Administrative Center
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive @ Beaufort Memorial Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Beaufort Memorial is proud to host the OneBlood Big Red Bus for a community blood drive at Beaufort Memorial Hospital on Monday\, July 6. \n📍 955 Ribaut Road\, Beaufort🗓️ Monday\, 7/6⌚9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nSchedule an appointment:https://www.oneblood.org/donate-now/scheduler.html?locationId=1624367 \nOne pint of blood can help save up to 3️⃣ lives.Give the gift of life. \nAll donors receive:• $25 eGift card• T-shirt• Wellness checkup
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/blood-drive-beaufort-memorial-hospital-3/
LOCATION:955 Ribaut Rd\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-5441\, United States\, 955 Ribaut Rd\, Beaufort\, SC 29902-5441\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T090000
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SUMMARY:🐾 Pet Photo Day - Beaufort\, SC 📸
DESCRIPTION:🐾 Pet Photo Day – Beaufort\, SC 📸 \nAward-winning photographer Jim Harris is bringing the Summer Tour to Tractor Supply Co. in Beaufort\, SC\, with a special Pet Photo Day celebrating the bond we share with our pets. \nEstablished in 1984\, Jim Harris brings over four decades of professional experience along with a mobile studio on site\, complete with professional lighting and backdrops for high-end pet portraits. \n📍 Location: Tractor Supply Co. – Beaufort\, SC📅 Date: Sunday–Monday\, July 5th–6th \n• Professional pet portraits• All pets welcome• By appointment only• Spots available \n🗺️ Jim Harris is on the road for the Summer Tour\, traveling through Florida\, Georgia\, and South Carolina. Upcoming stops and the full tour map can be found on our website. \n📋 Book Now:www.HarrisPetPhotos.com \n📞 Call / text: 352-419-9668or use our website to reserve your appointment. \n✨ No pressure\, no hard selling.Just a relaxed professional photo experience for you and your pet. \nCreate a portrait that lasts a lifetime 🐶📷 \n#PetPhotography #Photographer #PetsOfInstagram
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/%f0%9f%90%be-pet-photo-day-beaufort-sc-%f0%9f%93%b8/
LOCATION:Tractor Supply Co.\, Tractor Supply Co.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
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SUMMARY:4th of July Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:🇺🇸 PORT ROYAL UNDER THE FIREWORKS 🇺🇸 \nJoin us at Sands Beach on July 4 for an evening of music\, food\, community\, and one of the Lowcountry’s favorite Independence Day traditions. \n🎵 12 PM – DJ Kev on the Beach & select vendors🌮 3 PM – Food vendors open🎺 8 PM – Marine Corps Band performance🎆 Dusk – Fireworks over the water \nBring your chairs\, your blankets\, and your family for a celebration along the waterfront. \nFood & drink vendors include:Bananarama • Fly Pies • Gloria’s Filipino Food • Golden BBQ • HELP of Beaufort Beer & Wine • Maynard’s • Pieces of Yard • Snowie \nAdditional parking and shuttle information will be announced soon.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/4th-of-july-celebrations/
LOCATION:Sands Beach\, Sands Beach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T150000
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SUMMARY:4th of July Festival 🎉
DESCRIPTION:🎆 FREE 4TH OF JULY FESTIVAL 🎆 \nSaturday\, July 4th | 3:00 PM40 Faith Station\, Beaufort\, SC \nRegister Here ➡️ https://tr.ee/lwvQzp \nCome celebrate with us! Food\, fun\, and FREE giveaways for the whole family: \nFREE FREE FREE!!! \n🍔 Free Food🎵 Live Music🎈 Kids Activities🛒 Free Groceries👕 Free Clothing🎁 Free Toys\, TVs & Gift Cards \nCome hear an encouraging message. There is a system and budget in place for the distribution. \n📲 Scan the QR code or click below to register — see you there! \nRegister Here ➡️ https://tr.ee/lwvQzp \n#4thOfJuly #BeaufortSC #FreeCommunityEvent #SouthCarolina #FREE #beaufort
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/4th-of-july-festival-%f0%9f%8e%89/
LOCATION:40 faith station\, Beaufort\, SC\, 40 faith station\, Beaufort\, SC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T110000
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SUMMARY:4th of July Bait Shop Party
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Bait Shop on the way to the Sands Beach for a quick bite to eat and an ice cold beer and drinks! TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/4th-of-july-bait-shop-party/
LOCATION:901 8th Street\, Port Royal\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29935\, 901 8th Street\, Port Royal\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29935
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T090000
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SUMMARY:Community Freedom Fest at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independence Day with family\, friends\, and community at the Community Freedom Fest at the Park! 🇺🇸 \nJoin us on Friday\, July 4\, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Waterfront Park for a fun-filled morning of patriotic celebration. Enjoy family-friendly activities\, games\, kids DJ\, community organizations\, and plenty of opportunities to make lasting memories together. \nThe festivities kick off with the Kids & Family Parade at 9:00 AM. Participants are encouraged to decorate their bikes\, wagons\, strollers\, and more in red❤️\, white🤍\, and blue💙 and join the parade as it travels from 500 Carteret Street to Waterfront Park. \nWant to participate in the parade? Register here: https://form.jotform.com/261475583021152 \nBring your lawn chairs\, gather your neighbors\, and celebrate the spirit of community and freedom along Beaufort’s beautiful waterfront. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting for the holiday\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nSmall-town charm. Patriotic fun. Community spirit. Celebrate the Fourth of July in Downtown Beaufort! 🎆🇺🇸 \n📆 July 4th⏰9 A.M. – 1 P.M.📍Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/community-freedom-fest-at-henry-c-chambers-waterfront-park/
LOCATION:Henry C Chambers Waterfront Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T080000
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SUMMARY:Hilton Head Firecracker 5K
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our country’s 250th birthday with the 42nd Annual Firecracker 5K at Honey Horn Plantation in Hilton Head\, SC! This beloved tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels to celebrate the holiday with a spirited 5K race through the scenic beauty of the park. \nThis year’s proceeds recipient is Tunnel to Towers Foundation \nHighlights Include:🎖️ Finisher Medals for all 5K finishers. Celebrate your accomplishment with a medal at the finish line!👕 Event Apparel: A commemorative technical T-shirt for all participants.🍴 Food Trucks: Refuel post-race with a variety of delicious food options from local vendors.🎶 Music: Enjoy festive tunes to keep the energy high all morning long.🏆 Awards: Prizes for top runners in each age group ensure everyone has a shot at glory! \nDate: July 4\, 2026Location: Honey Horn Park\, Hilton Head\, SCStart Time: 8:00 AM \nDon’t miss this exciting chance to celebrate the Fourth of July with family\, friends\, and the running community. Register today to secure your spot and be part of Hilton Head’s most exciting race of the year! \nLife\, Liberty\, and the Pursuit of Awesome Race Swa \nIn Sparkle like a firecracker at the Hilton Head Firecracker 5K! Your registration includes an exclusive finisher’s medal for 5K finishers and a commemorative T-shirt to mark your achievement in style. \nAll New Improved Course! \nThe Firecracker 5K course offers the most scenic park side run that showcases the natural beauty of Honey Horn Park. \nHoney Horn is a historic 68-acre property on Hilton Head Island\, South Carolina\, that serves as the home of the Coastal Discovery Museum. Located at 70 Honey Horn Drive\, just off William Hilton Parkway\, it offers visitors a rich blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. The grounds are adorned with majestic live oaks draped in Spanish moss and feature expansive salt marshes. \nThe route features a mix of paved roads and gravel paths\, making it both runner- and walker-friendly.A flat course provides the perfect balance of challenge and comfort for participants of all fitness levels. As you make your way around the grounds\, you’ll be surrounded by lush greenery and the vibrant sights and sounds of Hilton Head’s unique wildlife. \nThe finish line awaits near the park pavilion\, where cheering spectators and post-race festivities add to the celebratory atmosphere. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a leisurely holiday run\, the Firecracker 5K course offers a memorable experience for all! \nThis year there will a kids 1/4 mile Fun Run! \nPacket PickupPick up your race packet on July 3rd from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Palmetto Running Company\, located in Shelter Cove Town Center (28 Shelter Cove Lane\, Unit 117\, Hilton Head Island\, SC 29928). Parking is available in the town center lot. \nDirections & Race Day InformationThe race begins at 8 a.m. on July 4th at Honey Horn Park (70 Honey Horn Dr.Hilton Head Island\, SC 29926). Please arrive by 7 a.m. to allow ample time for parking\, check-in\, and stretching before the race. NO same day registration. \nParkingRace day parking is available on site.  \nRace ScheduleJULY 3 Packet Pick UpPalmetto Running Company  \n2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Packet Pickup.Note: No Race Day Registration \nJULY 4 (Race Day)Honey Horn Park \n7:00 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. | Late Packet Pickup8:00 a.m. | Race Start9:00AM a.m. | Awards Ceremony \nAwardsEvery participant receives a finisher’s medal! Additional awards will be presented to Top 3 Overall (Female & Male) / Top 3 Age Group (Female & Male) and of course the top 3 dog finishers. \nSPECIAL AWARD FOR MOST PATRIOTIC COSTUME!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/hilton-head-firecracker-5k/
LOCATION:Honey Horn Plantation\, Honey Horn Plantation
ORGANIZER;CN="Palmetto Running Co":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:Red\, White\, and Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Downtown Beaufort on Friday\, July 3rd from 5:00–8:00 PM for an evening of family-friendly fun\, live entertainment\, and community spirit! \nEnjoy live music throughout downtown\, inflatable games and activities for kids and families\, a ride on the little train\, and the chance to visit with some of your favorite furry friends. Be sure to hop into the cake walk for a chance to win a sweet treat and test your appetite in the hot dog eating contest! \nWhile you’re downtown\, take time to shop local\, dine local\, and support the businesses that make our community special. Whether you’re enjoying dinner with family\, finding a unique gift\, or grabbing a sweet treat\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nA special thank you to Harris Teeter for their generous support of this event. Community events like First Friday wouldn’t be possible without partners who invest in making Beaufort such a wonderful place to live\, work\, and visit. \nBring your friends\, bring your family\, and celebrate Independence Day weekend in Downtown Beaufort!
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/red-white-and-beaufort/
LOCATION:Downtown Beaufort\, Downtown Beaufort
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T170000
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SUMMARY:Town of Bluffton 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Bluffton is hosting its 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday\, July 3\, 2026. The celebration will begin at 5:00 p.m. with a pre-party at Martin Family and DuBois Parks. The fireworks show will start shortly after 9:00 p.m. and will be visible from Oyster Factory and Wright Family Parks. \n• Carnival-style games with patriotic prizes (while supplies last)• Bounce houses and a rock wall• Food and beverage concessions available for purchase• DJ Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor• Live music by the Parris Island “Dirty Boots” Brass Band from 6–7 p.m.• Rick Hubbard’s Bubble Stuff Show• National Anthem sung by a local Bluffton student \nFireworks Display:9 p.m. | Oyster Factory & Wright Family Parks \nThe fireworks show will launch from a barge in the May River and can be viewed from both parks. \nNote: Barge positioning may change due to various factors; attendees may need to adjust their seating to ensure the best view. \nView News Release Here: https://bit.ly/4oENTIw
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/town-of-bluffton-5th-annual-independence-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Martin Family Park Historic Bluffton SC
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Bluffton Government":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T103000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
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UID:27308-1782986400-1782988200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Town of Bluffton: 250th Independence Day Flag Dedication Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Town of Bluffton\, the Sons of the American Revolution Thomas Heyward Jr. Chapter\, and special guests from the Beaufort 250 Committee for a patriotic Flag Dedication Ceremony as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. \nThis special ceremony will honor the American flag’s history\, significance\, and enduring symbolism through remarks\, patriotic music\, a flag dedication\, and the presentation of a commemorative certificate. The program will also include a patriotic sing-along and recognition of our nation’s heritage. \nWednesday\, July 2\, 202610:00 AM to 10:30 AM📍 Veterans Memorial at Buckwalter Place Park (2 Venture DriveBluffton) \nSpecial Guests:• Beaufort 250 Committee \n🍧 Free Rita’s Italian Ice will be available following the ceremony\, while supplies last. \nWe invite residents\, veterans\, families\, and visitors to join us in celebrating our nation’s history and the values represented by the American flag. \nEvent sponsored by Rita’s Italian Ice.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/town-of-bluffton-250th-independence-day-flag-dedication-ceremony/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial at Buckwalter Place Park\, Veterans Memorial at Buckwalter Place Park
ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Bluffton Government":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
CREATED:20260618T012750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204833Z
UID:27239-1782900000-1782934200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Ben Franklin Comes to Town
DESCRIPTION:Come listen and learn from Founding Father\, Benjamin Franklin\, while he visits the Lowcountry! GregRobin Smith\, performing as Benjamin Franklin\, presents a first-person program exploring Franklin’s life\, ideas\, and legacy through scholarship\, storytelling\, and audience interaction.  \nBeaufort Schedule: \nLiberty & Legacy: Beaufort Branch Library at 10amPutting Down Roots of Liberty: Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park at 2pmBen Franklin Alive Performance: USCB Center for the Arts at 4pmA Dialog Across Centuries: St. Helena Anglican Church at 6:15pm \nRSVP to these events and find out where else he will be here: https://beaufort250.com/ben-franklin/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/ben-franklin-comes-to-town/
LOCATION:Beaufort\, South Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
CREATED:20260618T012750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204833Z
UID:27238-1782842400-1782849600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Maker’s Choice Home Decor Project! SOLD OUT! New workshop added!
DESCRIPTION:One workshop. Four project options. Endless creativity.✨ \nNew Workshop added July 16\, 6–8 PM. Our Maker’s Choice Home Decor Workshop is a fun night out where everyone gets to create something they actually love. \nChoose your foundation:✨ Canvas Pillow✨ Decorative Tray✨ Textured Wall Art✨ Doormat \nAfter you register\, you’ll receive a link to explore 15+ design options for your chosen project\, so you can personalize it to fit your style. \nGrab a friend\, your sister\, your hubby\, or your favorite creative crew and make a night of it. \nOnly 10 seats available. Register here: https://marshviewmercantile.commentsold.com/products/makers-choice-home-decor-workshop-july-16-6-8p \n#CreativeWorkshop #MakersGonnaMake#CreateAndConnect #DIYDecor#CreativeCommunity
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/makers-choice-home-decor-project/
LOCATION:2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 2631 Boundary St\, Beaufort\, SC
ORGANIZER;CN="Marshview Mercantile":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T100000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
CREATED:20260520T001747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204833Z
UID:26944-1782811800-1782813600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Story Time 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Maritime Center to take a trip through our natural world and watch animals come alive through the pages of a book! Stick around after the story for a fun activity or animal encounter. \nFree to attend! \nNo registration – just show up \nStory time is once a month but during the summer\, June-August\, it is every Tuesday.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1638989597081637/?event_time_id=1638989707081626
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/story-time-2026-10/
LOCATION:310 Okatie Hwy\, Okatie\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29909\, 310 Okatie Hwy\, Okatie\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29909
ORGANIZER;CN="Port Royal Sound Foundation":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
CREATED:20260626T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204833Z
UID:27304-1782810000-1782835200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Ben Franklin Comes to Town
DESCRIPTION:Come listen and learn from Founding Father\, Benjamin Franklin\, while he visits the Lowcountry! GregRobin Smith\, performing as Benjamin Franklin\, presents a first-person program exploring Franklin’s life\, ideas\, and legacy through scholarship\, storytelling\, and audience interaction.  \nHilton Head Island Schedule: \nDonuts with Ben Fraklin: Liberty Oak Tree Harbour Town at 9amTea\, Coffee & Conversation: USCB HHI Campus at 10:30amConversations with Ben: HHI Branch Library at 3pm \nRSVP to these events and find out where else he will be here: https://beaufort250.com/ben-franklin/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/ben-franklin-comes-to-town-3/
LOCATION:Hilton Head Island\, South Carolina\, Hilton Head Island\, South Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204833Z
CREATED:20260626T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204833Z
UID:27303-1782750600-1782761400@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Pops with Ben
DESCRIPTION:What: Benjamin Franklin at Heyward House\, portrayed by renowned living history interpreter GregRobin Smith \n When: Monday\, June 29\, 2026 \n Time: 4:30 PM \n Where: Heyward House Museum\, 70 Boundary Street\, Bluffton \n Admission: Free and open to the public \n Parking: Available at Martin Family Park \n Pops with Ben: Palmetto Pops will be on the grounds with popsicles available for purchase \n Flags: Children’s flags courtesy of the Heritage Library while supplies last \n Photo Opportunity: “A Portrait with a Founding Father” \nFamily Friendly: Children are encouraged to ask questions and engage with Benjamin Franklin \n RSVP Requested: While admission is free\, we ask that guests RSVP so we can help ensure enough popsicles are available for everyone who would like to purchase one.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/pops-with-ben/
LOCATION:70 Boundary Street\, Bluffton\, SC\, 70 Boundary Street\, Bluffton\, SC
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Bluffton Foundation":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T173000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260626T204831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27301-1782729000-1782754200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Ben Franklin Comes to Town
DESCRIPTION:Come listen and learn from Founding Father\, Benjamin Franklin\, while he visits the Lowcountry! GregRobin Smith\, performing as Benjamin Franklin\, presents a first-person program exploring Franklin’s life\, ideas\, and legacy through scholarship\, storytelling\, and audience interaction.  \nBluffton Schedule: \nBrunch with Ben: USCB Bluffton Campus at 10:30amConversations with Ben: Bluffton Branch Library at 3pmPops with Ben: Heyward House Museum at 4:30pm \nRSVP to these events and find out where else he will be here: https://beaufort250.com/ben-franklin/
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/ben-franklin-comes-to-town-2/
LOCATION:Bluffton\, South Carolina\, Bluffton\, South Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260626T204831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27300-1782640800-1782662400@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Carolina Day
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate all things Carolina Day with good vibes\, great people\, and tons of fun activities! \nJust some of the exhibits we will be hosting:* Inalienable Rights\, the Living History arm of The Slave Dwelling Project\, travels across the United States to present the lives and histories of enslaved people. Through storytelling\, artisan demonstrations\, hearth and open fire cooking demonstration and dynamic presentations\, visitors are encouraged to talk with the living historians to learn more about the enslaved community beyond the fields* Marion “Rollen” Chalmers\, founder of Rollen’s Raw Grains. Stories of Carolina Gold rice\, the land\, and a legacy grown with purpose.* The Charles Towne Few Pirates and more
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/carolina-day/
LOCATION:Old House Plantation\, Old House Plantation
ORGANIZER;CN="Jasper County 250":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260601T221525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27104-1782586800-1782597600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Da' Gullah American Revolutionary Experience
DESCRIPTION:A New ChapterGullah Traveling Theater\, Inc. (GTTI) proudly presents Da’ Gullah American Revolutionary Experience\, an electrifying new theatrical production premiered July 19 & 20\, 2025\, in Bluffton\, SC\, at May River Theater. Commissioned and funded by the South Carolina 250th American Revolutionary Anniversary Sestercentennial Commission\, this groundbreaking play illuminates the untold stories of the Gullah people and their vital yet often overlooked contributions to the American Revolution (1770-1783).
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/da-gullah-american-revolutionary-experience-2/
LOCATION:USCB Center for the Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Gullah Traveling Theater Inc.":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260618T012750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27236-1782585000-1782592200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Carolina Day Campfire Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Gather around the fire for an evening of meaningful conversation\, shared history\, and community connection.This special program is free and sponsored by Jasper County 250.Joe McGill and The Slave Dwelling Project invites participants to reflect on life in the Lowcountry during the Revolutionary War era. Through guided discussions and storytelling\, attendees will explore what daily life was like for enslaved individuals in Jasper County\, formerly part of Beaufort District in 1776\, with particular attention to the Old House Plantation site\, birth and burial place of Thomas Heyward\, Jr\, signer of the Declaration of Independence\, Patriot\, Statesman\, and Planter. These elements offer a window into the landscape and labor that shaped the lives and histories of people in the region\, fostering a deeper understanding of the past and its enduring legacy.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/carolina-day-campfire-conversation/
LOCATION:Old House Plantation\, Old House Plantation
ORGANIZER;CN="Jasper County 250":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T180000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260626T204831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27297-1782576000-1782583200@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Books & Bites with Paulette Dash Edwards
DESCRIPTION:Books & Bites with the Author welcomes Paulette Dash Edwards with her memoir\, Breaking Free: My 20-Year Battle with Addiction\, on Saturday June 27th from 4:00-6:00pm! \nBreaking Free is Paulette’s testimony of survival\, redemption\, and purpose – a story written to remind readers that no matter how deep the struggle\, freedom is possible\, and a new legacy can be built.  \nThis event is Free and open to the public\, books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. Drinks & snacks provided by Beaufort Bookstore.
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/books-bites-with-paulette-dash-edwards/
LOCATION:2127 Boundary St Suite 15\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902\, 2127 Boundary St Suite 15\, Beaufort\, SC\, United States\, South Carolina 29902
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260618T012749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27234-1782576000-1782590400@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:Rooted: Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooted-summer-concert-series-tickets-1988456603228?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/rooted-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Penn Center\, Saint Helena Island\, SC\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260626T204831Z
CREATED:20260601T221524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T204831Z
UID:27103-1782572400-1782597600@explorebeaufortsc.com
SUMMARY:HPRF's Just for the Hell of it Party
DESCRIPTION:Live Oak Park (behind the Elementary School) @ 3PM to 10PM
URL:https://explorebeaufortsc.com/event/hprfs-just-for-the-hell-of-it-party/
LOCATION:Port Royal SC
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