HarbourFest

Summer Evenings from April through August at Shelter Cove Harbour

HarbourFest has earned the distinction of being Shelter Cove Harbour's signature summer event. From April through September, Shelter Cove features live entertainment seven nights a week, plus unforgettable food, arts and crafts, fireworks and a flurry of activity. All events at HarbourFest are free and open to the public.

Troubadour Shannon Tanner, a fixture at HarbourFest since 1988, blends the sounds of the ‘60s with sing-a-longs and his own original ballads. An audience favorite, Shannon returns to Shelter Cove to kick off his 22nd anniversary season on Hilton Head Island, much to delight of children and families who return, year after year, to enjoy his high-energy performances. Shannon will kick off his shows this year on Thursday April 15th at 6:30pm. He will continue one show per night, Wednesday thru Saturday at 6:30, thru Memorial Day Weekend. From June 1 thru September 5, Shannon will offer two one-hour shows each night at 6:30 and 8:00pm, Monday thru Friday. Download Shannon's Schedule here.

Fireworks serve as the centerpiece for HarbourFest every Tuesday from June 22 to August 10, 2010. This breathtaking display lights up the sky just after dusk. Don't miss the special Fourth of July fireworks show, which offers a vibrant extravaganza of light over the harbor. To view the show from a unique perspective, Outside Hilton Head offers special "Fireworks Paddle" guided kayak tours during the summer.

Download the HarbourFest Schedule

Don't forget Shannon Tanner's Wonderful Wacky Wizzle Cruise!

You'll see dolphins, Shannon does a music and magic show, kids drive the boat, and we'll conclude with a treasure hunt in the harbour! Parents and kids meet at Shelter Cove on Dock C in front of San Miguels Restaurant at the Boat called "HOLIDAY" at 8:15am. Departure is at 9am and we will return at 11am.
$15/person with kids 2 and under $6
Available May 28 - September 3
For more info contact Captain Mark at 843.785.4558

Outside Hilton Head Activities in conjunction with HarbourFest:

Dolphin Boat Cruise- Fireworks Cruise
Book this boat cruise early, it is extremely popular! You'll enjoy our regular 2-hour dolphin cruise, but it also includes an additional half-hour for your family to enjoy the spectacular display of Shelter Cove's fireworks - in comfort - with 'the best seat on the island', and without the hassle of crowds!
Prices range from $40 to $50
Available: mid-June - mid-August
Go here to book online

Kayaking- Fireworks Paddle
Every Tuesday during the summer we have a special tour that departs early evening from Shelter Cove Marina. You will enjoy our fun and informative 2-hour Guided Kayak Nature Tour. Then everybody will park in the marsh with the best seats in the house for the Shelter Cove Harborfest fireworks!
Adults are $25, and Children 12 and younger are $20.
Available: June - August
Go here to book online

A word from our guests:

I am the father of two girls and we have been vacationing at Hilton Head every year for the last 13 years. We have seen your show (usually multiple times) every year and I want to thank you for what you do. I commented to my wife and kids (now 22 and 26) that it is incredible to me that you must have done 1,500-2,000 shows over the years and each show seems like the first one you have ever done. You are amazingly upbeat and devoted to putting on a great show. -Tom 7/16/2008

If I could be in your audience again this week I would raise my hand when requests were taken and say "Diamond Dreams." Your performance was reverberating in that I need to return again before years end to hear the magic. -Henry and Patricia 7/17/2008

For more information about Shannon Tanner, visit http://www.shannontanner.com/ online.