Tickets on sale for Patriots Point fireworks blast
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Tickets are on sale now for one of the Charleston area's favorite summer celebrations.
The Fourth of July Fireworks Blast will take place aboard the historic USS Yorktown aircraft carrier at Patriots Point on the Independence Day holiday.
The celebration will include live music, local food and beverage vendors, family-friendly activities, and great views of the more than 20-minute fireworks show over Charleston Harbor.
'Whether you're a Charleston local or visiting for the holiday, there's no better place to celebrate America's birthday than atop a piece of American history,' the museum said.
A ticket to the celebration includes access to the USS Yorktown and all activities associated with the fireworks blast. Food and drink are available for purchase.
The event will be held from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Organizers say parking is available on site and is not included in the event ticket. Space is limited. For more information about tickets, parking, the clear bag policy, and other details, you can click here for the museum's event page.
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