Fabulous Fall Festivals in Myrtle Beach
Ashley's Note: My family always looks forward to fall for all of the oodles of outdoor festivals that descend on our area this time of year. Mostly all of them are family-friendly, with activities, food and drinks, and entertainment available for all ages!
Fall is upon us and, along with the milder weather that sweeps in along the coast, there is a schedule chock-full of festivals this season throughout Myrtle Beach. Here are the must-events you should put on your calendar now through November!
Early Fall
Waves of Praise Gospel Fest
Friday, August 30 – Saturday, August 31, 2024
Be inspired and uplifted at this annual music festival that features local, regional, and national gospel groups and performers at Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place. Admission is free; you just need to bring a beach chair or blanket for seating while you enjoy the waves of praise!
Crooktoberfest
Centered around living the good life, Crooked Hammock Brewery in North Myrtle Beach is hosting the fourth annual festival that brings the rich traditions of Germany right here to South Carolina at their month-long pop-up event, returning for a limited time only from September 6 to October 6. Stop by for fresh fall brews, decor, live polka music, a Bravarian cookout-inspired menu, and craft tables for kids.
SOS Fall Migration
Thursday, September 12 – Sunday, September 22, 2024
Fall means it’s time for shaggers to descend from across the country to Main Street and Ocean Drive in North Myrtle Beach to celebrate South Carolina’s state dance, the shag. Put your dancin’ shoes on for 10 days of special events at well-known shag clubs, including Fat Harold’s, Ducks, the OD Arcade, and more.
Aynor Harvest Hoe-down Fest
Saturday, September 21, 2024
This longtime tradition in Aynor is now in its 44th year, featuring more than 100 craft booths, entertainment, food, and games. The day-long festival kicks off with a parade and shuts down with a street dance.
Conway Burger Week
Saturday, September 14 – Sunday, September 22, 2024
You’ll want to get your hands on the burgers crafted by Conway’s Patty Chefs during this week-long event. Downtown Conway restaurants will boast their best burgers, with the official menu to be released online Sept. 9.
Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival
Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29, 2024
This 49th annual festival takes place in and out of the historic Atalaya Castle on the grounds of Huntington Beach State Park. Nearly 100 of the finest artisans will be showcasing and selling their works, art, and crafts. Visitors will also enjoy local food vendors and live music performances.
Beach 'n Chili Fest
Saturday, September 28 - Sunday, September 29, 2024
Dig into some of the world’s best chili recipes at this festival, along with a car show, live music, family fun, chili tastings, and special guests! It all takes place at The Beach’s Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place.
Irish Italian International Festival
Saturday, September 28, 2024
North Myrtle Beach has been going international 20 years strong for this one-day event held on Main Street. More than 15,000 will celebrate the day away with specialty foods from local restaurants, two stages of live entertainment, street performers, art and craft vendors, and dance groups specializing in Irish-Italian themes. On top of that, there are friendly competitions, like the spaghetti-eating contest.
Mid-Fall
Vintage Market Days
Friday, October 4 - Sunday, October 6, 2024
Get ready to shop until you drop at this upscale, vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market at the Myrtle Beach Sports Center featuring original art, home décor, outdoor furnishings, specialty plants, food, and more.
Myrtle Beach Bike Week Fall Rally
Monday, September 30 – Sunday, October 6, 2024
Harleys will rumble through Myrtle Beach during this annual fall rally that also features live music, demos, bike vendors, special events, and more.
Surfside Beach Family Festival
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Bring the family to Surfside Beach, where folks gather across from Benjamin’s Bakery for a fun-filled day of live music, food trucks, a dunk tank, and more. The event is free, but any donations made supports the Garden City and Surfside Beach South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts (SCUTE).
OktoberFest at Barefoot Landing
Saturday, October 5, 2024
This annual celebration features all things German-inspired, including food, drinks, live music, contests, and more activities.
Harvest Home Festival
Saturday, October 5, - Sunday, October 6, 2024
Brookgreen Gardens hosts this family-friendly favorite that includes a pumpkin patch, scarecrow building, a hay maze, face painting, craft tables, live music, food trucks and vendors, and more harvest fun.
Fall Taste of The Market Common
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Buy your tickets now for the Fall Taste of The Market Common, which showcases delectable dishes prepared by its lineup of some of the best restaurants in the area from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Little River ShrimpFest
Saturday, October 12 – Sunday, October 13, 2024
The 19th annual ShrimpFest is a popular event that takes over the Little River waterfront on Columbus Day weekend. Not only can you indulge in mouth-watering shrimp samples from local restaurants, but you can take in the smooth sounds of live jazz.
Myrtle Beach Mini-Marathon
Saturday, October 12, 2024
The Myrtle Beach coastline is the best route to hit the ground running for half-marathon (13.1-mile), 5K (3.1 miles), and Doggie Dash mini-marathon.
Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival
Friday, October 18 – Sunday, October 20, 2024
For more than seven years, this fest has been jamming with a full weekend of smooth, soulful, and edgy regional and local jazz artists at a historic Myrtle Beach jazz site, Charlie’s Place, on Carver Street. Food and drinks are also served; bring a beach or lawn chair.
Loris Bog-Off Festival
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Since 1980, downtown Loris has hosted this landmark festival that celebrates a Southeastern fave dish, the chicken bog, a blend of chicken, rice, sausage, and spices. The event also offers entertainment, vendors, and fun for all ages.
Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
Saturday, October 19 – Sunday, October 20, 2024
For the past 35 years, historic Georgetown has hosted the Wooden Boat Show on Front Street. It’s one of the Southeast’s best wooden boat exhibits, featuring more than 140 classic wooden boats displayed on land and water, children’s model boatbuilding, knot-tying contests, a boat race, youth sailing regatta, maritime arts and crafts, food, and music.
Late Fall
Taste of the Town
Tuesday, October 22 2024
This tasty fundraiser for St. Andrew Catholic School has been feeding folks for the past 40 years. The area’s best restaurants serve up tapas-style samples of the finest at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.
Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam
Friday, October 25 - Sunday, October 27, 2024
Thousands of Jeep owners will hit the beach for the fourth annual Jeep Jam, complete with an epic off-road obstacle course, live entertainment, car show, kids’ zone, scavenger hunt, beach crawl, nightly parties, food trucks, beer raffles, and more.
I Love Seafood Fest
Saturday, October 26, 2024
If you love seafood, this is the festival for you! Get ready to be served the freshest seafood around, from the ocean to your plate, such as lobster, crab, crawfish, shrimp, and more. Live entertainment and cooking demos are also planned for this fun fest at Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place.
Myrtle Beach Invitational
Thursday November 21, Friday November 22 & Sunday November 24, 2024
ESPN brings college basketball to the HTG Center at Coastal Carolina University in the Myrtle Beach area. Don't miss all the action this November!
Ashley Daniels of Myrtle Beach is a full-time freelance writer, editor, wife, and mother of three sons and two fur babies. Most recently, she also became a published author of "100 Things to Do in Myrtle Beach Before You Die," part of a bestselling national series. A native of Eastern PA, Ashley received her bachelor’s in English Writing from the University of Pittsburgh and her MA in Writing from Coastal Carolina University. Today, her folio boasts nearly 25 years of regional and nationally published printed magazine features, blogs, and web copy for a roster of clients, and ADDY award-winning copywriting. For more info, visit www.ashleymdaniels.com