There's always something new and exciting happening at The Beach! Here are a few of the latest and greatest events on the Grand Strand. Some of the source for this article can be found here.
Events & Attractions
Myrtle Beach Classic
The inaugural Myrtle Beach Classic (May 9-12, 2024) is the first PGA Tour event in Myrtle Beach history. Hosted by Visit Myrtle Beach, along with the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce; Golf Tourism Solutions; and South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism; the event is being held at the Dunes Golf & Beach Club, a championship golf course, well renowned for its beauty along the Atlantic Ocean.
Carolina Country Music Festival
After a highly successful, completely sold out 2023 event, the Carolina Country Music Festival is returning to Myrtle Beach June 6-9, 2024. Carrie Underwood and Morgan Wallen are already confirmed as headliners along with other fan favorites!
PopStroke
Designed by Tiger Woods, PopStroke is opening at Broadway at the Beach in spring 2024, offering a family-friendly golf experience that offers a full-service restaurant and two putting courses.
Greg Rowles Legacy Theater
The brainchild of veteran local performer Greg Rowles, the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre is slated to open in spring 2024. This renowned venue features world-class singers and musicians offering diverse and captivating performances. A great addition to the family of world class music venues in Myrtle Beach.
New Playground at Grand Palms Resort
Four slides, three swings, a glider, gas and charcoal grills, and a 3-story climbing tower! What's not to love! Kids of all ages are going crazy for the new playground. Read more about it here.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
In addition to over 20 waterslides, a wave pool and lazy river, Myrtle Waves Water Park will be adding a new “Wild Water Racer” mat slide for the 2024 season. This exhilarating ride will allow up to four people to lay on a mat on their stomachs and slide down head first. The water park will also be expanding their cabana and shaded seating area for the season.
Surfside Beach Pier Reconstruction
The town of Surfside Beach is reconstructing their iconic pier after it suffered extensive damage during Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Built to withstand hurricane force winds, the pier will feature a restaurant and vendor space and is slated to be completed in 2024. Catch one of our complimentary shuttles that chauffeur Grand Palms Resort guests to and from Surfside Beach Pier. Read more about our complimentary beach shuttles here.
Hickey's InterActive Adventures
Prepare for an exciting fusion of entertainment and education at Hickey's InterActive Adventures, coming to Myrtle Beach with a grand opening in early spring 2024. Spanning 38,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art Family Edutainment Arena aims to redefine family entertainment. Offering an expansive array of interactive, interchangeable activities, it seamlessly blends fun and learning for residents and visitors of all ages.
Food & Drink
Coffee & Cream Cabana
A new addition to award-winning Chef Heidi Vukov’s portfolio, Coffee & Cream Cabana at Heidi’s Corner opened in spring 2023 and offers 16 hand-crafted seasonal flavors of ice cream, homemade waffle cones, cookie ice cream sandwiches and ice cream cakes, as well as specialty coffees, light fare foods and treats.
Neptune Bistro & Raw Bar
Neptune Bistro & Raw Bar opened in 2023 as the newest addition to the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, featuring craft cocktails, fresh and innovative cuisine, and breathtaking waterfront views.
O.A.K. Prime
Having opened in April 2023 by Myrtle Beach native, Chef Jarrett King, O.A.K. Prime offers fine dining in Carolina Forest featuring re-imagined classic dishes with a southern twist.
Mimosas
Mimosas opened in June 2023 as a breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating, an extensive list of mimosa drinks and a unique menu that includes elevated brunch offerings like their signature, fried lobster and waffles.
Blue Drum Waterfront Restaurant
Boasting the best view in Little River, Blue Drum Waterfront Restaurant opened in April 2023 and offers unique seafood dishes paired with stunning scenery.
Voodoo Brewing Co.
Voodoo Brewing Co. opened in October 2023 in Murrells Inlet and boasts 24 taps pouring mostly Voodoo beers and seltzers with the occasional local brew added in, as well as a menu of brewpub food on steroids. The 4,750 sq. ft. building offers a relaxed atmosphere with outdoor seating and a games area.
The Tasting Room on 9th
Opening this spring, The Tasting Room on 9th is the first official wine bar in the newly developed Arts and Innovation District. Boasting a wide selection of wines from around the world and a curated menu with food pairings, The Tasting Room offers an inclusive, community-centered space where everyone from the wine novice to the experienced connoisseur feels welcome.
Swig & Swine
Its first venture outside of Charleston, Swig & Swine’s fifth location is opening in Myrtle Beach’s Arts and Innovation District later this year, offering award-winning barbecue and a diverse selection of craft beer.
Mura
Myrtle Beach’s first conveyor-belt restaurant, Mura features Asian staples such as milk bread and Bibimbap, letting guests select small dishes from a moving platform, allowing them to try a variety of menu items during the dining experience. Opening early 2024.
Transportation
Breeze Airways
Breeze Airways begins non-stop flights to Myrtle Beach from Providence (RI), Charleston (WV), Tampa (FL) and Hartford (CT) in 2024.
Come Stay with Us!
Grand Palms Resort is the place to vacation to discover all the new things that Myrtle Beach has to offer! Click here to reserve your stay or call us at 888-913-4477 to make a reservation. Hope to see you soon at Grand Palms Resort!