Hilton Head Island Events

Shelter Cove Events

Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is Hilton Head Island’s premier waterfront destination for dining, shopping, entertainment, and events. From summer-long HarbourFest fireworks and live music to art festivals, community markets, and world-class theatre at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina — something wonderful is always happening here.

🎆 HarbourFest 2026 — All Summer Long

Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend · 2026

HarbourFest Entertainment & Fireworks

📍 Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina · 1 Shelter Cove Ln · Hilton Head Island, SC

HarbourFest is an all-summer-long celebration at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina featuring fireworks, carnival games, face painting, live music, and the very popular Shannon Tanner and Cappy the Clown. Tuesday nights bring spectacular fireworks over the marina, while Thursday nights feature Shannon Tanner’s Oyster Reefers band. Free and open to the public — one of Hilton Head Island’s most beloved warm-weather traditions.

Full HarbourFest Details

🎆 2026 Fireworks Schedule — Shelter Cove

June — Tuesdays

June 9 · June 16 · June 23 · June 30

July 4th — Saturday

Independence Day Fireworks Show

July — Tuesdays

July 7 · July 14 · July 21 · July 28

August — Tuesdays

August 4 · August 11 · August 18

All fireworks shows start when the sky is dark. Shows are free and open to the public. Subject to change and weather permitting. Drones are not allowed during Tuesday night fireworks shows. For mobile alerts, text PD to 833-428-2890.

Upcoming Events at Shelter Cove

April 22 – May 24, 2026

Hairspray — Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

📍 14 Shelter Cove Lane · Hilton Head Island, SC · Wed Apr 22 @ 7:30 PM through Sun May 24 @ 2:00 PM

The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Hairspray comes to Hilton Head Island at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. In 1962 Baltimore, quirky teen Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on The Corny Collins Show — and uses her newfound fame to fight for integration. A crowd-pleasing favorite with wit, charm, and a beautiful message of acceptance. Don’t miss this one.

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May 22–24, 2026 · Friday 10 AM – 6 PM · Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM · Sunday 10 AM – 4 PM

Hilton Head Island Art Festival

📍 Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina · 1 Shelter Cove Ln · Hilton Head Island, SC

Presented by Nash Gallery, the Hilton Head Island Art Festival returns to beautiful Shelter Cove Harbour with a wide selection of American-made art including pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, photography, and more. A full weekend experience of fine art, casual dining, live entertainment, and shopping against the stunning backdrop of Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina.

Event Details

Weekly · Check Calendar for Dates

Hilton Head Community Market at Shelter Cove

📍 Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina · Hilton Head Island, SC

The Hilton Head Community Market at Shelter Cove is a beloved weekly gathering featuring local vendors, fresh produce, handmade goods, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. A wonderful Lowcountry community tradition in a beautiful waterfront setting. Check the Shelter Cove events calendar for current dates and times.

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Summer · Thursdays During HarbourFest

Shannon Tanner & the Oyster Reefers — Live Music

📍 Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina · Hilton Head Island, SC

Every Thursday night during HarbourFest, Shannon Tanner and the Oyster Reefers take the stage at Shelter Cove Harbour with live music that has made them a Hilton Head Island summer institution. Fun for all ages, free, and set against the beautiful backdrop of the marina at twilight.

HarbourFest Schedule

More at Shelter Cove

🎭 Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

World-class Broadway-style theatre at 14 Shelter Cove Lane — one of the finest performing arts centers in the Southeast. Check their season schedule for upcoming productions.

🎸 Music & Taste

Shelter Cove’s celebrated Music & Taste series combines live music with the best dining and drinks the harbour has to offer. A fantastic evening out on the waterfront.

🚤 Marina & Water Activities

Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina offers boat slip rentals, waterfront dining, and beautiful views of Broad Creek — the perfect waterfront setting for any visit.

🍽️ Waterfront Dining

Shelter Cove is home to some of Hilton Head’s best restaurants — including ELA’s On the Water, Poseidon, Tio’s Latin American Kitchen, and many more.

🛍️ Shopping

Browse the boutique shops and galleries around Shelter Cove Harbour — from Nash Gallery and local art to clothing, gifts, and island essentials.

📅 Full Events Calendar

The Shelter Cove calendar is updated throughout the year. Visit welcometosheltercove.com for the most current events, schedules, and additions.

For the most up-to-date Shelter Cove events calendar, fireworks schedule updates, and HarbourFest details, visit welcometosheltercove.com or sheltercoveharbourfest.com. Sign up for mobile alerts by texting PD to 833-428-2890.

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