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Beaufort Water Festival in Beaufort, South Carolina is usually held ten days in mid-to-late July. Next dates not confirmed: the organizer had not posted them when we checked on October 26, 2026. Opening ceremony with Parris Island Marine Band and fireworks, raft race, arts and crafts market, bocce and badminton tournaments, nightly events at Waterfront Park.
At A Glance
| Next dates | Not posted yet (not confirmed) |
|---|---|
| Usually | ten days in mid-to-late July |
| Where | Beaufort, Beaufort County |
| Admission | Opening Ceremony listed as a free event; tickets for other events sold online only, no gate sales; children 5 and under free |
| Since | 70th Annual in 2026; "Since 1956" (Commodore letter) |
| Official site | bftwaterfestival.com |
When It Usually Happens
Usual timing from past editions: ten days in mid-to-late July. Source: past edition (“July 17th – 26th, 2026”).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Beaufort Water Festival?
The next dates are not posted yet. Usual timing from past editions: ten days in mid-to-late July.
Where is Beaufort Water Festival held?
In Beaufort, Beaufort County, in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.
How much does it cost?
Opening Ceremony listed as a free event; tickets for other events sold online only, no gate sales; children 5 and under free
Keep Planning
Read on October 26, 2026. Festival dates change; confirm on the organizer’s page before you go.
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