Your Last Summer Splash: Spending Labor Day in Myrtle Beach

Thinking of vacationing in at Grand Palms Resort over Labor Day weekend? Great idea! Summer isn't over quite yet! Come spend your last summer hurrah with us, and experience the beginning of a different season on the Grand Strand. Also check out our blog article Fall: Welcome to Myrtle Beach's Secret Summer for more ideas on making the most of your fall vacation.

Key Points

• The Grand Strand boasts many farmers markets, where you can chat with and support local artisans and farmers.

• Enjoy local flora and fauna as the weather becomes more temperate.

• Relax by the pool or at the beach, and let Grand Palms Resort pamper you.

Explore Farmer's Markets

The farmer's markets around the Grand Strand offer more than just fresh, local produce. These markets build community spirit by connecting farmers, artisans and shoppers, and visitors alike! Remember your cash, get there early, and make memories with our local artisans and famers!

• Surfside Beach Farmer's Market

  • Tuesdays 10 am to 3 pm

  • This market is one of the area's longest-running markets, with a wide selection of food from local vendors.

  
  

• Valor Park Farmer's Market (at Market Common)

  • Saturdays 10 am to 3 pm

  
  

• North Myrtle Beach Farmer's Market

  • Fridays 10 am to 3 pm

• Myrtle's Market (Downtown Myrtle Beach)

  • Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9 am - 3pm

Ride a Segway Through Huntington Beach State Park

What better way to learn the history and see the wildlife of South Carolina's Lowcountry than on a Segway tour? Take a few hours out of your day and see the beauty of Huntington Beach State Park with a group of fellow nature lovers!

Voyage into the Inlet

Adventure into the waters of Murrells Inlet in search of dolphins, sharks, jellyfish, rays, osprey, herons and many other local critters! Check out Blue Wave Adventures to book your expedition!

Take a Swing at Mini Golf

As the weather starts to dip into lower temperatures, mini golf is a perfect way to spent a late summer day. Grand Palms Resort is a short drive to many exciting mini golf courses in the area.

Hang out at the Resort

You can have a great time, without even leaving the resort property! Check out the activities calender to see details about roasting s'mores, making your own stuffed animal, taking surf lessons by the pool, and many more activities!

Hit the Beach

As the kids go back to school, head to the beach! Hop on one of the Grand Palms Resort beach shuttles and spend a relaxing day in the sand and sea.

Stroll through Brookgreen Gardens

These breathtaking gardens are open 9:30am to 5:00pm, and are even more enjoyable as the weather cools off. You'll have many areas to explore, from the Lowcountry Zoo, to the Botanical or Sculpture Gardens. If you're feeling more adventurous, or in the mood for learning the history of Brookgreen Gardens, check out one of their excursions. Check out their website here.

Come Stay with at Grand Palms Resort

Whatever your September plans might be, come share them with us at Grand Palms Resort! Make sure to book here or call 888-913-4477 to reserve your stay!

Kristen Meeker

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Kristen spent her childhood on the Grand Strand. She studied English and editing in college, spent time in Appalachia and currently lives in the Pacific Northwest. Kristen enjoys quilting, reading, and traveling with her family. She makes her way back to the beach as often as she can!