“Visit Myrtle Beach, together with our business, accommodation and attraction partners, have created a safe space for visitors who are ready to travel this year and experience the Grand Strand this holiday season,” he said. Karen Riordan, President and CEO of Visit Myrtle Beach. “For a brighter holiday season, with sun in the sky and around every corner, we welcome travelers Myrtle Beach how they try to add a little sparkle to the year and escape to the beach for all that our destination has to offer. ”
Whether you are planning a vacation trip for your family or giving a next getaway to a loved one, Visit Myrtle Beach has created a Vacation Guide for Holidays with everything you need to know about exploring the region. Visitors can search for vacation deals, music shows, festive events and more.
Myrtle Beach is kicking off the holiday season with an exciting line of theater performances, festive events, light displays, shopping experiences and more. Here are some ways to celebrate the season, create memories and enjoy adventures that will make you feel restored this year:
- The Biggest Christmas Show in the South: South’s Grandest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theater brings a Christmas music experience that is sure to put you in the spirit of the season. The performance celebrates the true meaning of Christmas with its combination of traditional Christmas classics and contemporary holiday favorites.
- The Carolina Opry Christmas Special: Carolina Opry, known as the Grand Strand’s first live theater, is a family run business that started more than 30 years ago and has a longer duration than any Broadway show. Opry is preparing to launch its 35º The Carolina Opry Christmas Special, one of the most beloved Christmas shows in town.
- Christmas at Pirates Voyage: Make it an unforgettable Christmas at the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show while the crew recounts the Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas Tale. Celebrate the holidays as the Mystical Spirit of Christmas takes Captain Scrooge on a journey to discover the meaning of Christmas. You’ll find your family laughing as the giant Christmas toys come to life and perform acrobatics high in the lagoon.
- A thousand candles nights: Brookgreen Gardens is set to host the annual Nights of a Thousand Candles. Every year, the gardens come to life with a magical light display featuring more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and sparkling lights. Nights of a Thousand Candles is a beautiful event where guests can stroll through the gardens with a cup of hot cider, dance to Christmas music and more.
- Complimentary holiday carriage rides: Enjoy free carriage rides from 15h to 18h every Sunday in November and December at the Dolce Lusso Salon on the corner of Howard Avenue and Nevers Street. Guests will enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and a carriage ride through The Market Common with social distance protocols in place.
While these events provide the perfect setting for the holiday’s joy, visitors can also experience these Myrtle Beach shopping experiences to find the perfect gift for those unable to attend the Grand Strand:
- Barefoot Landing: For a true southern experience along the Intercoastal Waterway, Barefoot Landing is home to specialty shops, unexpected treasures and an impressive range of restaurants serving local cuisine.
- Conway Glass: For handmade ornaments, holiday decor and personalized products, Conway Glass is known for its unique glass products that you won’t find anywhere else in Myrtle Beach. Founded in 1986, visitors can explore the glass blowing studio, venture out into the gallery or take a special class to learn about the glass blowing process.
- Common Market: Known for its local boutiques, exclusive restaurants and holiday-themed events perfect for all travelers, Market Common has a small-town atmosphere with great experiences. Travelers can enjoy the holiday season during festive events or simply explore the local shops that call Market Common home.
- Brookgreen Gardens Museum Store: Inside Brookgreen Gardens, visitors will find handmade pottery, a variety of household products and a collection of books, including the Magnificent Brookgreen Storyhouse Book series that was written and illustrated by employees, friends and volunteers, which are a special Christmas gift.
- Broadway on the beach: Create your own magical memories while traveling to Broadway on the beach. This shopping center offers a variety of festive events, inviting restaurants and unique holiday shopping experiences, suitable for all ages.
If you still dream of the perfect trip to the beach, Visit Myrtle Beach is also hosting an Escape to the Beach, where you can win a getaway for two. Sharing a bookmark Myrtle Beach memory, participants can win a two-night trip with tickets to attractions and credits for meals. Applications will be accepted through January 8, 2021.
Visit Myrtle Beach values the health and safety of residents and visitors. For more information on the current status of trips in Myrtle Beach, visit https://www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/plan/visitor-resources/healthy-travel-information/. Visitors are also encouraged to check out the attractions and commercial establishments they will visit for specific security protocols.
On Myrtle Beach, SC
Stretching Little river for Pawleys Island and comprising 14 distinct communities, the Myrtle Beach the area is home to 60 miles of sandy beaches, a variety of family entertainment and attractions and world class golf. Popularly known as the Grand Strand, the Myrtle Beach the area presents the holiday experience par excellence tempered with a lot of southern hospitality. For additional information about the Myrtle Beach area, visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.com or call (888) Myrtle-1.
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