Columbia, S.C. – Join your community on Saturday, June 28, 2025, as the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) proudly presents the 37th Annual Lake Murray Independence Day Celebration, sponsored by Lexington Medical Center.
This beloved tradition will feature South Carolina’s largest fireworks show, launching at approximately 9:30 p.m. from two locations: Spence Island and Dreher Island. The dazzling display will be synchronized to patriotic music broadcast live on 93.1 The Lake (Midlands Media Group), and the station will be on-site at Dreher Island State Park, entertaining the crowd and enhancing the festive atmosphere.
Best Viewing Locations
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By boat on Lake Murray
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Dreher Island State Park
3677 State Park Road, Prosperity, SC 29127
Entry fees: $3 adults | $1.50 seniors (65+) | $1 children (ages 6–15)
Support & Sponsors
This annual celebration is made possible by support from Taste of Lake Murray, private donors, and generous sponsors including:
Lexington Medical Center, Dominion Energy, First Community Bank, Palm Beach Tan, Bentley Pontoons, US FOODS, DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia, Trevett’s, and Tidewater Boats.
Help support the fireworks year-round through the “Adopt-a-Firework” symbolic donation program at LakeMurrayCountry.com or in person at the Lake Murray Country Visitors Center (2184 North Lake Drive, Columbia, SC).
Rain Date: In case of severe weather (thunder and lightning), the fireworks will be postponed to Sunday, June 29.
A Weekend of Patriotic Fun
The Independence Day Celebration kicks off CCLMC’s “Spirit of Americana” series, showcasing patriotic events throughout the region. Highlights include:
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June 29: Grand Finish of the 2025 Great Race – Moore Park, Irmo
See hundreds of vintage vehicles cross the finish line of America’s premier long-distance antique car rally. -
Additional Festivities:
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Town of Blythewood’s Rockin’ Red, White & Blue Celebration
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Lexington County Peach Festival
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Harper Street Bike Parade in Newberry
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Fort Jackson Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
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Note: The Patriotic Boat Parade on Lake Murray will not be held this year due to dam construction.
