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What’s hot this Christmas at ‘The Beach’
Myrtle Beach is deservedly famed for its lush championship golf courses but there’s much to see and do beyond the fairways, especially during the festive season.
If the 60 miles-plus of coastline isn’t enough of a lure, the area celebrates the holidays with shopping galore at Myrtle Beach outlet malls and unique boutiques, plus spectacular light shows and theatrical experiences. There’s something to delight everyone at The Beach.
Visit Myrtle Beach is showcasing nine of its best holiday season highlights:
Winter Wonderland at The Beach
This new holiday event features a covered outdoor ice-skating rink, walk-through lights experience and more. After exploring the Winter Wonderland, stroll down to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and beachfront for a bite and festive holiday drinks. From November 26, 2021 to January 2, 2022, at the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place.
The Great Christmas Light Show
Drive through over two million sparkling lights at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex. From November22 through December30.
Nights of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens offers splendour along the Grand Strand, with over 2,800 hand-lit candles and even more sparkling lights. From November 26, 2021 through January 2, 2022.
Ripley’s Festival of Trees
The marine life at the Ripley’s Aquarium will be decked out in decorations, along with a Festival of Trees showcasing over 55 trees decorated for each state and territory in the US.
The Christmas Show of the South
This tradition brings a fun spirit of Christmas to life with music, comedy and dance, from November 1, 2021 to January 5, 2022.
Christmas at Pirates Voyage
Enjoy a holiday feast while watching acrobatics high above the lagoon and swashbuckling excitement, from November 4, 2021 through January 1, 2022.
GTS Theater Shows
A full theater program including: Magical Christmas Magic and Comedy Show, Original Motown Christmas Show, Christmas with Elvis and Step into Christmas with Elton John. From November 2 to December29.
Hot Jersey Nights Christmas Special
The Broadway Theater combines holiday classics with hits from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, for a sonic trip down memory lane. From November 8, 2021 through January 1, 2022.
The South’s Grandest Christmas Show
Enjoy a lively performance of classic Christmas favourites. From November 1, 2021 through January 1, 2022 at the Alabama Theatre.
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