07/04/2024
Celebrate and parade, island style.
The Isle of Palms has quickly become an island of golf carts. It’s how folks like to get around, hit the Harris Teeter, get to the beach, go to dinner, and trick-or-treat.
July 4th is no exception. It didn't start out as an officially organized event, but more of a beloved (and growing) tradition that’s been around for more than 30 years. It’s the annual “Isle of Palms Community 4th of July Golf Cart Parade.” And in 2023, organizers announced they may see 500 golf carts taking part!
Folks love to decorate their carts, themselves, and sometimes their bikes, and to show off their pride in the red, white and blue. Uncle Sam usually makes an appearance or two. Candy will be thrown. Water guns and water balloons will be blasting/flying.
It takes place on the end of the island toward Breach Inlet. The parade itself kicks off at 10:00 a.m. at the corner of 4th Avenue and Charleston Boulevard. The parade route turns left onto Ocean Boulevard, down to 9th Avenue, left onto Carolina Boulevard heading south, down Carolina then ending at 2nd Avenue. Staging of the carts begins at 9:00 a.m. near the corner of Carolina Boulevard and 2nd Avenue. Carts will travel two by two in the north lane of Charleston Blvd. If you're a spectator, you are encouraged to start finding a good viewing spot at 9:00.
If you’re here and have rented a cart, you’re welcome to take part. Or just head over and watch the patriotism roll down the street.
There is no website or phone number, as it is more of an organic happening. For more info, you can contact event coordinator Diane Juras, who can be reached at djuras@comcast.net.