{"id":372,"date":"2023-04-21T14:44:47","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T20:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/?p=372"},"modified":"2023-05-25T15:40:36","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T21:40:36","slug":"fourth-of-july-festivities-lake-murray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/fourth-of-july-festivities-lake-murray\/","title":{"rendered":"Fourth of July Festivities: Lake Murray"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/munnerlynpyrotechnicslakemurrayfireworksdreherisland-17-1.jpg\" alt=\"fireworks over lake murray, boats\" class=\"wp-image-385\" width=\"841\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/munnerlynpyrotechnicslakemurrayfireworksdreherisland-17-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/munnerlynpyrotechnicslakemurrayfireworksdreherisland-17-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/munnerlynpyrotechnicslakemurrayfireworksdreherisland-17-1-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/munnerlynpyrotechnicslakemurrayfireworksdreherisland-17-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chapinmagazine.com\/home\/2020\/6\/2\/july-4th-on-lake-murray\">Chapin Magazine<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contributing-author-connor-west\">Contributing Author: Connor West<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are many Fourth of July Events near Lake Murray, South Carolina:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July Celebration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baseball and Fireworks at Segra Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fort Jackson&#8217;s Independence Day Celebration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lexington County Blowfish Annual Fish Fry and Fireworks Show<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Born in the USA 4 Miler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Carolina bursts with excitement during the Fourth of July as festive celebrations unfold around Lake Murray and Columbia.&nbsp; From spellbinding fireworks displays to lively music performances, there\u2019s no end to these good times. Join us as we explore some of the area\u2019s best Fourth of July events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July Celebration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Lake Murray, SC 4th of July fireworks 2019: full video\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wvcrqJe4TTY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wltx.com\/article\/news\/local\/locals-prepare-for-south-carolinas-biggest-firework-show-on-lake-murray-south-caroina\/101-86862eaf-236e-4cbc-9c7d-b0b5d21e9f4b\">News 19 WLTX<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July celebration is one of the most popular events in the Columbia area, and it features a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. Festivities include a boat parade at Bomb Island, live music performances, and a spectacular fireworks display on both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/dreher-island-state-park-outdoor-escapes\/\">Dreher and Spence Island<\/a> that lights up the sky over Lake Murray. In addition, visitors can enjoy food and drinks from local vendors while taking in the stunning views of the lake. The event is free and open to the public, making it an excellent option for families and groups of friends looking to celebrate the Fourth of July in a fun and festive atmosphere. It is no wonder that the Lake Murray Fourth of July celebration is considered one of the best in the Midlands, drawing in thousands of visitors each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baseball and Fireworks at Segra Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Segra Field Baseballs diamond with fans\" class=\"wp-image-377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture-650x365.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/Capture.jpg 1731w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/news\/featured\/explore-segra-park-home-of-the-columbia-fireflies\">MLB<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-id=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5.jpg\" alt=\"exterior of Segra Park\" class=\"wp-image-380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5-650x434.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/segrapark2019-5-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/ballparkdigest.com\/2016\/04\/15\/spirit-communications-park-columbia-fireflies\/\">Ballpark Digest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For baseball enthusiasts, Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, hosts a Fourth of July celebration with a baseball game followed by fireworks. The community is very proud to have the Fireflies\u2014they are the only professional team in Columbia. At the Fourth of July celebration, the fans enjoy the players&#8217; glow-in-the-dark uniforms, which signify their mascot, the firefly. So check out the schedule for this upcoming season if you\u2019re a baseball fanatic and enjoy family fun while celebrating the red, white, and blue!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fort-jackson-s-independence-day-celebration\">Fort Jackson&#8217;s Independence Day Celebration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/62c115d237a71.image_.jpg\" alt=\"a concert with the banner USO in the background on the stage\" class=\"wp-image-381\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/62c115d237a71.image_.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/62c115d237a71.image_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/62c115d237a71.image_-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/62c115d237a71.image_-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coladaily.com\/communities\/columbia\/photo-gallery-fort-jacksons-independence-day-celebration-lights-up-the-night\/article_248f388e-fa74-11ec-8644-f7aab5f34bec.html\">Cola Daily<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another famous Fourth of July event is the Independence Day Celebration at Fort Jackson, named after President Andrew Jackson. It is also a 53,000-acre army training center, so it&#8217;s a great place to honor our troops! The celebration features live music, food vendors, a fireworks display, and a cannon fire tribute to the armed forces. The event is free and open to the public, making it an excellent option for families on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lexington County Blowfish Annual Fish Fry and Firework Show<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/102339796_bob-stefko-2000-de5f90a461a74356a4281678868a04c6.webp\" alt=\"fried fish, French fires, kale, a lemon wedge on a fork, a bowl with sauce and a spoon, and a candle in a holder\" class=\"wp-image-382\" width=\"839\" height=\"559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/102339796_bob-stefko-2000-de5f90a461a74356a4281678868a04c6.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/102339796_bob-stefko-2000-de5f90a461a74356a4281678868a04c6-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/102339796_bob-stefko-2000-de5f90a461a74356a4281678868a04c6-650x433.webp 650w, https:\/\/www.lakehomesusa.com\/cat-thornton\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/13\/2023\/04\/102339796_bob-stefko-2000-de5f90a461a74356a4281678868a04c6-450x300.webp 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/article\/what-is-a-fish-fry\/\">All Recipes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/goblowfishbaseball.com\/4472-2\/\">Lexington County Blowfish baseball team&#8217;s annual fish fry and firework shows<\/a> are exciting for families and sports fans alike. This July Fourth event features an all-you-can-eat fish fry and live music. Attendees can enjoy delicious food while watching the Blowfish and then cap off the evening with a dazzling pyrotechnic show. The event is a beloved tradition in the Lexington County community and serves as a fun way for locals to come together and root, root, root for the home team<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Born in the USA 4 Miler<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Born in the USA 4 Miler - 2019 Montage\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LABW9XyYsLs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LABW9XyYsLs\">Will is That GoPro Guy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strictlyrunning.com\/BUSA_2\/index.html\">Born in the USA 4 Miler<\/a> is a great option for those who want to start their holiday with some exercise. This event is a 4-mile run that takes place in downtown Columbia. Also, there\u2019s an option to run a 4-mile relay between two people or participate in a firecracker run (shorter race for kids) for younger participants. This is an active event to get patriotic, have fun exercising, and burn some calories before the holiday feasts begin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Party in the Palmetto State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, if you plan to celebrate Independence Day in South Carolina, you\u2019ll want to add Lake Murray and Columbia to your itinerary. Whether you prefer watching fireworks, attending baseball games, or listening to live music, you&#8217;re sure to have a memorable and enjoyable experience honoring the stars and stripes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div ><style>#sp-ea-434 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-434.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-434.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-434.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-434.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-434.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1779390782\"><div id=\"sp-ea-434\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4340\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4340\" aria-controls=\"collapse4340\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What activities are included in Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July Celebration?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse4340\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-434\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4340\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July celebration features a boat parade, live music performances, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Murray.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4341\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4341\" aria-controls=\"collapse4341\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What goes on at the Fourth of July Celebration at Segra Park?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse4341\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-434\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4341\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies baseball team, hosts a Fourth of July celebration with a baseball game followed by fireworks. Fans can enjoy the players&#8217; glow-in-the-dark uniforms and experience family fun while celebrating the holiday.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4342\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4342\" aria-controls=\"collapse4342\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is Fort Jackson&#8217;s Independence Day Celebration?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse4342\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-434\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4342\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Fort Jackson&#8217;s Independence Day Celebration is a popular Fourth of July event at the 53,000-acre army training center. It includes live music, food vendors, a fireworks display, and a cannon fire tribute to the armed forces.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-4343\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse4343\" aria-controls=\"collapse4343\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Where does the Born in the USA 4-miler occur?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse4343\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-434\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-4343\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>The Born in the USA 4-miler takes place in downtown Columbia<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contributing Author: Connor West South Carolina bursts with excitement during the Fourth of July as festive celebrations unfold around Lake Murray and Columbia.&nbsp; From spellbinding fireworks displays to lively music performances, there\u2019s no end to these good times. Join us as we explore some of the area\u2019s best Fourth of July events. Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July Celebration Lake Murray&#8217;s Fourth of July celebration is one of the most popular events in the Columbia area, and it features a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. 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