Savannah's Waterfront Independence Day Celebration

Our largest annual event is the Independence Day Celebration attracting over 40,000 people. Celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, the fireworks show is not only entertaining but also a vibrant symbol of our freedom here in the United States. This event is free and open to all.

Plant Riverside District, The Park at Eastern Wharf and Rousakis Riverfront Plaza will feature live music outdoors prior to the fireworks show beginning at 9:30pm. The Third Infantry Division Brass Band & Rock Band will perform on Rousakis Riverfront Plaza from 7:30 - 9:30pm. Several waterfront restaurants will be providing food and drink specials. Check back here for more details.

The fireworks show will be launched from a barge in the Savannah River, with the Savannah Convention Center serving as the backdrop. Scheduled to begin around 9:30pm, the show is choreographed to a patriotic musical soundtrack played from various locations throughout the viewing area. The approximately 20-minute show is visible from Rousakis Riverfront Plaza, Plant Riverside District, Eastern Wharf, downtown rooftop bars, and will be streamed on WTOC+ (Roku, Firestick, Apple TV, etc.), WTOC.com, and the WTOC app.

What you need to know about Independence Day on Savannah's Waterfront

To ensure everyone to has a fun and safe Independence Day Celebration, please note this important information below:

Chairs and/or blankets are allowed.

There is no alcohol service in our public areas, you MUST enter an establishment to get a drink. You CAN take that drink outside in a plastic 16oz to-go cup.

Everyone will need to show ID to purchase alcohol every time, no gray hair exceptions.

On River Street, coolers, multiple cups per person, glass, cans, exotic animals, personal fireworks, bangs, snaps and smoke bombs, skates and skateboards, bicycles, as well as dangerous, disruptive behavior are all prohibited.

River Street and all ramps from MLK, Jr. Blvd. to the east end will close to vehicular traffic at approximately 6pm until after the fireworks. SPD will determine when to safely open the street based on the number of pedestrians exiting the area.

Cars parked in parking lots along River Street before 6 p.m. must remain there until SPD reopens River Street.

Downtown parking at metered spaces is free on Independence Day.