The summer season is jam packed with free concerts, fireworks, live entertainment, incredible attractions, and so much more. That’s why it helps to get some insider info to help you plan the best North Myrtle Beach vacation! We’re breaking down a few ways you can make the most of your upcoming trip to the beach right here.
Plan a Feast in Your Condo!
Your fully equipped kitchen in your condo provides a great setup for cooking your family’s favorite meal or for trying some of our local seafood, especially when you’re traveling on a budget! Grab some fresh seafood from one of our great markets for a Lowcountry Boil, or grill some steaks on the charcoal and gas grills located on most Condo-World properties.
Visit a Local Gem
Shh! We’re sharing some of our favorite things to do that are sometimes off the beaten path, and some that you may never have seen before. You can ride horses on Waites Island, one of the last undeveloped barrier islands in all of South Carolina, or learn something new at the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum. You’re sure to find something you’ve never tried with this list of Secret Places to Visit in North Myrtle Beach.
Head to Main Street in North Myrtle Beach
You’ll find a free concert every Thursday, or for the full North Myrtle Beach experience, book your FREE Shag Dance Lesson on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Fat Harold’s Beach Club. Other great places to check out include Melt (some of the best ice cream in town), Flynn’s Irish Tavern, and O D Arcade and Lounge. Main Street is located just steps away from AshWorth and Ocean Bay Club.
Family Fun Fridays at Myrtle Waves Water Park
Myrtle Waves is the only public water park in Myrtle Beach and has a great variety of single rider slides, mat slides, tube slides, enclosed slides, and more. There’s also a large wave pool, kiddie pools, and a special water park just for the little ones. Join them for Friday Family Fun all summer long from 3-8 p.m. and watch movies like Lilo & Stitch from the Wave Pool with fun-themed food and drink specials. Wristbands are just $24.99/person.
Big Chill Island House Fireworks
Monday nights mean free fireworks at Barefoot Landing, and Big Chill Island House invites you to their fireworks watch party! Get there early to grab some of their unique, fresh cuisine and crafty cocktails and enjoy a live fireworks show from their rooftop deck overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Reservations for fireworks on Mondays are recommended and can be made up to 60 days in advance!
Free Family Fun in Downtown Myrtle Beach
Downtown Myrtle Beach hosts fireworks from the Second Ave Pier every Wednesday, so if you’re staying at the oceanfront resorts near the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, you’re just a short walk down. Bay View on the Boardwalk and Sandy Beach Resort are two great locations near the pier.
The fun continues nightly in downtown Myrtle Beach with live concerts on Wednesday and Friday, plus family-friendly fun starting at 5 p.m. with all kinds of live entertainers in Plyler Park. On Sundays, they’re doing a family day from 1-4 p.m.
Free Fireworks at Broadway
Grab a bite to eat at Broadway at the Beach for their fireworks on Tuesday nights, or you can avoid it altogether that night to explore other, less populated attractions! Even if you can’t make the fireworks, they have nightly entertainment all summer long, including stilt walkers, character visits, live music, and roaming entertainers.
Find the Best Shells
When you’re looking for the best shells to bring home or create crafts with while you’re visiting North Myrtle Beach, be sure to check at low tide for the best offerings. If you happen to be here for a quick summer thunderstorm, right after is a great time, as when the ocean starts to churn, it brings out all kinds of treasures. We have a complete list of tips and tricks for shelling in Myrtle Beach right here.
Jerusalem Mediterranean Restaurant Belly Dancing
Jerusalem Cafe, located just a short drive from Island Vista Resort and Dunes Village Resort in Myrtle Beach, is a beautiful restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine that’s out of this world! The restaurant offers an expansive and open dining room around a large bar with some of the most gorgeous restaurant decor in town. Check out their live belly dancers on Wednesday and Saturday at 6:30 p.m. (reservations are suggested but not required).
