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Jun 27, 2023

A Note From Mayor Sulka

Lisa Sulka

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Summer Celebrations It is what Bluffton’s people do best: We “build community” by coming together to celebrate our parks and each other. After a successful inaugural year, the town is pleased to host its second annual movie series, summer children’s events, and Independence Day celebration. The town will host its Independence Day celebration, Saturday, July […]

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Summer Celebrations

It is what Bluffton’s people do best: We “build community” by coming together to celebrate our parks and each other. After a successful inaugural year, the town is pleased to host its second annual movie series, summer children’s events, and Independence Day celebration.

The town will host its Independence Day celebration, Saturday, July 1, beginning at 5 p.m. and continuing through the fireworks display. The festivities begin at Martin Family and DuBois Parks with live music by the Parris Island Brass Band Marine Ensemble. Bluffton is honored to have this special band from Parris Island join us for this patriotic holiday.

Along the perimeter of Martin Family Park, children can play interactive games; each game offers an opportunity to win patriotic-themed prizes. Come a little hungry, for local food trucks will also be available.

There will be plenty of activities to work off the festive food. Children can play on the rock wall and bungee jump in the parking lot between the two parks. The fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. They will be launched from a barge in the May River, so you will also be able to view them from Wright Family Park, Oyster Factory Park, or by boat.

The town is also hosting its children’s movie series from April through December, rotating among the town parks. Three movies have already been shown. Lyle, Lyle Crocodile will be shown July 14 from 6-8 p.m. at Oscar Frazier Park, and Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank will be shown September 8 from 6-8 p.m. at Martin Family Park. 

While you are jotting down events on your calendar, don’t miss out on the children’s event, “Slide Out of July,” to be held July 22 on the large lawn at Buckwalter Place Park. This event will be from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and will feature water slides, concession stands, video games played on a Jumbotron television, lawn games, a DJ playing music, and fun prizes for participants.

Hope to see you, your family, and neighbors at these summer celebrations! 

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