1
Wed
Holiday
New Year’s Beach Ball Drop
Ring in the new year oceanside with live music, family fun, and a midnight countdown on the boulevard.
Monthly Events
January
Winter celebrations and cozy coastal gatherings to kick off the year.
February
Romance on the coast, running events, and mid-winter festivals.
14
Fri
Family
Valentine’s Sunset Cruise
Evening harbor cruises with dinner packages available along the Intracoastal Waterway.
March
Spring arrives on the Strand with parades, car shows, and outdoor fun.
8
Sat
Family
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Floats, bagpipers, and green-clad crowds line the route through the beach district.
April
Peak spring season brings festivals, fairs, and perfect beach weather.
5
Sat
Family
Sun Fun Festival
One of the East Coast's longest-running spring festivals — sand sculptures, concerts, and a parade.
May
Harley rallies, seafood festivals, and the start of summer on the coast.
3
Sat
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
BBQ teams, beach music, and family games kick off the summer festival season.
June
Summer is in full swing with nightly entertainment and oceanfront events.
7
Sat
Music
Ocean Boulevard Summer Nights
Free concerts every weekend with street performers, vendors, and extended boardwalk hours.
July
Fireworks, patriotic celebrations, and peak summer energy on the Grand Strand.
4
Fri
Holiday
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Multiple fireworks displays along the coast — grab a spot on the sand early for the best views.
31
Fri
Music
The Allman Brothers Tribute
The Allman Brothers
August
Late-summer festivals, beach music, and back-to-school celebrations.
3
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm
Every monday
4
Tue
Family
Fireworks- Broadway at the beach- Every Tuesday- 10pm
Ends August 31st, 2026
4
Tue
Family
Polynesian LUAU Feast & Hula Fire Show- Tuesdays 6-9pm
Live show at 8pm- Ends Sept 8th, 2026 Food- All you can Eat Kahlua pork, Huli Huli Chicken, Hawaiian Rolls, Tropical fruits, Pineapple upside-down cake Free Decorative Lei Price- Adults $55, Kids 4-12 yrs $20, and Age 0-3yrs is Free
5
Wed
Family
Fireworks- 2nd Avenue Pier- Every Wednesday- 9pm-9:30pm
Ends September 2nd, 2026
5
Wed
Family
Hula Fire and Luau Dinner- Every Wednesday-Avista Hotel 6pm
Free if a guest at hotel or $25 each for Buffet meal, Arrive at 6pm for buffet-Show starts at 630pm Food= Kalua Pig, Pineapple glazed chicken and island Sides ENDS Sept 9th, 2026
5
Thu
Music
Music on Main 630-830pm EVERY THURSDAY
Dancing, classic beach bands, and a celebration of Carolina coastal culture. Ends in September 2026
6
Thu
Family
Cornhole Tournements- Kyles Cornhole 6:30-9:30pm
7
Fri
Family
TAX FREE SHOPPING- 7th, 8th, 9th
9
Sun
Family
Ricochet- Greg Rowles Theatre 7pm
10
Mon
Family
Fireworks- Barefoot Landing- Every Monday @ 10pm
Ends August 31st, 2026
10
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm
13
Thu
Family
Music on Main 630-830pm EVERY THURSDAY
14
Fri
Family
Jeff Foxworthy- Alabama Theatre- 7pm
17
Mon
Family
Comedy Cabana presents DALE JONES 7pm
17
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm
18
Tue
Family
Comedy Cabana presents DALE JONES 9pm
20
Thu
Family
Music on Main 630-830pm EVERY THURSDAY
22
Sat
Music
Fly High Again- Ozzy Osbourne Experience- HOUSE OF BLUES 7pm
24
Mon
Arts
Magic for Adults
Magic show for ADULTS only
24
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm
30
Sun
Family
Jimmy Buffet Tribute- Greg Rowles Theatre 7pm
31
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm
September
Shoulder season brings food festivals and smaller crowds on the beach.
1
Tue
Family
Polynesian LUAU feast & Hula Fire Show- Final Shows- Sept 1st & 8th- 6-9pm
Live show at 8pm- Ends Sept 8th, 2026 Food- All you can Eat Kahlua pork, Huli Huli Chicken, Hawaiian Rolls, Tropical fruits, Pineapple upside-down cake Free Decorative Lei Price- Adults $55, Kids 4-12 yrs $20, and 0-3 yrs is FREE
2
Wed
Family
Fireworks- 2nd Avenue Pier- LAST TIME for the summer- 9pm-9:30pm
FINAL SHOW- Sept 2nd
2
Wed
Family
Hula Fire & Luau Dinner- Final Shows- Sept 2nd and 9th- @6pm
Free if a guest at hotel or $25 each for Buffet meal, Arrive at 6pm for buffet-Show starts at 630pm Food= Kalua Pig, Pineapple glazed chicken and island Sides ENDS Sept 9th, 2026
3
Thu
Family
Music on Main 630-830pm EVERY THURSDAY
Ends Sept 24th for the season
6
Sun
Family
HOTEL CALIFORNIA- Salute to the Eagles- Alabama theatre- 7pm
7
Sat
Family
Irish Italian International Festival
Two cultures, one celebration — food booths, live music, and a downtown street fair.
7
Mon
Family
LABOR DAY
7
Mon
Family
Pinpoint Cornhole Games 6:30-10pm- MONDAYS
12
Sat
Arts
FIFTY SHADES LIVE- Male Dancers- 8pm
Since no strip clubs for the ladies around here, HERE YOU GO..ENJOY
18
Fri
Family
SOS Fall Migration- SEPT 18-27th
SOS dancers come to town to enjoy the state dance- The Carolina Shag
19
Sat
Family
One night in Memphis-7pm- Alabama theatre
Music performed of ELVIS, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash
24
Thu
Family
Comedian- Leanne Morgan-Alabama Theatre
Sept 24th- 7pm & Sept 25th- 3 & 7pm
25
Fri
Food & Drink
Fall- HARLEY BIKE RALLY- Sept 25th- Oct 4th, 2026
Be safe and Enjoy the Fall Rally- Sept 25th- Oct 4th, 2026
27
Sun
Family
Sounds of Summer- THE BEACH BOYS 3pm & 8pm- Alabama Theatre
Enjoy the real BEACH BOYS (NOT A TRIBUTE BAND)- Two shows to choose from 3pm & 8pm
October
Fall festivals, Halloween fun, and comfortable beach weather.
4
Sat
Food & Drink
Beach Boogie & BBQ Festival
Fall edition of the popular BBQ festival with live bands and craft vendors.
November
Holiday season begins with parades, markets, and coastal charm.
8
Sat
Sports
Turkey Trot 5K
Thanksgiving morning race along the coast — costumes encouraged.
December
Holiday lights, coastal Christmas magic, and New Year's Eve on the beach.
6
Sat
Holiday
Nights of a Thousand Candles
Thousands of candles illuminate the gardens — one of the Southeast's most magical holiday experiences.
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