South Myrtle Beach is slower paced and quieter than central and north Myrtle Beach, but don’t read too much into it. South Myrtle Beach is still a magical place to enjoy a vacation, tending to cater more to a younger crowd than the rest of the area. The South Myrtle Beach area includes popular Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island; both offer scenic adventures on the water from the deck of a boat and so much more.
Summer in South Myrtle Beach
Murrells Inlet hosts a July 4th Boat Parade where boats can enter a contest for the best decorated boat. Spectators can view the boats from the marsh walk area and the whole thing is capped off by Fireworks starting at 10 p.m.
The Annual Beauties of America National Pageant comes to South Myrtle Beach in August celebrating the beauty and achievements of women of all ages.
The PGA Tour Superstore World Amateur Handicap Championship features 72 holes of stroke play competition, an 18-hole championship playoff, parties and entertainment.
Fall in South Myrtle Beach
Fall in South Myrtle Beach brings Halloween on the Marsh Walk. Children can enjoy trick-or-treating along the marsh walk as well as compete in a costume contest. At night there are prizes for the most frightening adult customs.
In November you can melt to the classic sounds of the south at the South Carolina Bluegrass Festival.
Winter in South Myrtle Beach
A Christmas boat parade at Murrells Inlet precedes the appearance of Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Other events include the lighting of the Christmas tree, choirs singing Christmas songs, and the eagle scouts making a bonfire.
Spring in South Myrtle Beach
The Grand Strand Fishing Rodeo sponsored by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce runs from April 1st to October 31st. Awards are given for fish of the month, largest species, and outstanding catches in men’s, women’s and children’s categories. A grand prize of $2000 is for the catch of the day. Fishing can be anywhere along the Grand Strand, not only South Myrtle Beach.
South Myrtle Beach offers an experience that is more laid back than one at the bustling North Myrtle Beach, if you are someone who prefers a calm boat ride to a load night club, South Myrtle Beach may be for you.
