Step Off the Beach and Into History.
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary on the Grand Strand
On July 4, 2026, the United States commemorates 250 years of independence — a once-in-a-generation milestone. As a proud partner of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT), Visit Myrtle Beach is honored to take part in the statewide SC250 celebration.
From coastal communities to Revolutionary War battlefields, South Carolina played a defining role in America’s fight for freedom — and that history lives on here along the Grand Strand, you just might have to look a little closer.
A Legacy in Numbers
#1 State for Revolutionary War battles
400+ Revolutionary War battles fought in South Carolina
250 Years Of American independence
1776 The year that shaped a nation
Our Revolutionary Roots on the Grand Strand
While Myrtle Beach is known today for 60 miles of shoreline, its story stretches back to America’s founding.
Discover the Full SC250 Experience
South Carolina is where the Revolutionary War was won. Explore statewide events, heritage sites, and untold stories as the Palmetto State commemorates 250 years of American independence.
Plan Your Myrtle Beach Getaway
Plan your Myrtle Beach trip around the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and explore a different side of history along the Grand Strand. From Conway to Georgetown, visit local museums, historic homes, and plantation sites, then head back to the beach—it’s an easy way to mix time on the coast with something more meaningful.
