Plan Your Perfect Getaway
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Summer
June - August
- •Beach time
- •Water parks
- •Fireworks
- •SkyWheel rides
Your Weekend Itinerary
A suggested plan for your summer visit
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Free Things to Do
Great activities that won't cost a dime
Chapin Memorial Library
Myrtle Beach
Plyler Park
Myrtle Beach
Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum
Myrtle Beach
Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk
Murrells Inlet
Waites Island
North Myrtle Beach
Georgetown Harborwalk
Georgetown
Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum (Old)
Myrtle Beach
Tilly Swamp
Conway
Annual Events & Festivals
Don't miss these special occasions throughout the year
Main Street North Myrtle Beach
North Myrtle Beach
The Society of Stranders Fall Migration kicks off this week running September 18-27, 2026, bringing tens of thousands of Carolina Shag dancers together. Iconic Main Street dance clubs host nonstop parties celebrating the official state dance of South Carolina. The coastal autumn breeze and nostalgic beach vibes make this one of the most anticipated weeks of the year.
Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival
Myrtle Beach
Annual festival featuring food trucks from across the region.
Loris Bog-Off Festival
Loris
October festival celebrating local culture with BBQ competition and entertainment.
Hot Summer Nights Car Show
Myrtle Beach
Weekly classic car show along Ocean Boulevard every Tuesday.
World Famous Blue Crab Festival
Little River
Annual festival celebrating Little River's fishing heritage with food, crafts, and entertainment. May 16 & 17, 2026.
SOS Fall Migration
North Myrtle Beach
Shag dancing festival celebrating beach music and dance culture.
Christmas Lights at Nights of a Thousand Candles
Murrells Inlet
Brookgreen Gardens transforms into magical candlelit wonderland.
Myrtle Beach Bike Week
Myrtle Beach
One of the largest motorcycle rallies on the East Coast.
Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival
Murrells Inlet
Fine arts and crafts festival held annually at the historic Atalaya Castle within Huntington Beach State Park.
Sun Fun Festival
Myrtle Beach
Week-long festival with parades, concerts, and family activities.
Myrtle Beach Marathon
Myrtle Beach
Annual marathon and half-marathon along scenic coastal route.
Conway Riverfest
Conway
Riverfront festival with live music, food, and arts in historic downtown.
Carolina Music Fest
Myrtle Beach
Multi-day country music festival featuring top country artists on the beach.
Dickens Christmas Show
Myrtle Beach
Victorian-themed holiday shopping and entertainment festival.