Mt. Pleasant’s newest park is reason enough to celebrate a three-day grand opening July 3 through 5. The $14 million park is a joint effort of the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission and the Town of Mount Pleasant.
Here’s the line-up:
FRIDAY, JULY 3
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, Hallman Boulevard, Mount Pleasant , SC
4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Free kids activities
Food & refreshments available for purchase
Mount Pleasant Artist Guild showcase in Visitor Center
Free admission, free parking all weekend
Shuttle available from College of Charleston Athletics Comple
6: 30 p.m.
Park dedication
8 p.m.
The East Coast Party Band on pier
The Charleston Community Band on lawn beginning
SATURDAY, JULY 4
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum grounds
4 p.m. to midnight
Get ready for a patriotic Friday at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. There’s nothing like it anywhere in the southeastern United States! Hot bands, a huge Kidz Zone, some of the best restaurants and snacks in Charleston, and when the stars come out… fabulous fireworks off the flight deck of the USS YORKTOWN! All on beautiful Charleston Harbor. Free Admission! Free Parking!
SUNDAY, JULY 5
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, Hallman Boulevard, Mount Pleasant, SC
2 p.m.
Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavilion dedication
6:30 p.m.
War Memorial Dedication
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