The Top 10 Things to Do on the Grand Strand During the Holidays (Because Yes, We Do Christmas Better Here)
If you aren’t using me as your realtor, it’s okay—people make mistakes sometimes. But if you’re on the Grand Strand for the holidays, don’t make the bigger mistake of staying home while everyone else is out enjoying palm trees in sweaters.
Whether you’re a local who “wasn’t doing much this year” or a visitor who came for sunshine and found Christmas magic, the Grand Strand absolutely shows up for the holidays.
Night of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens is the crown jewel—thousands of hand-lit candles, live music, and pure holiday magic. North Myrtle Beach’s Christmas Light Show lets you enjoy festive cheer without leaving your car. Downtown Conway delivers cozy, Hallmark-movie vibes with riverwalk lights and community events. The Alabama Theatre Christmas Show brings singing, dancing, comedy, and production value that even locals come back for every year.
Murrells Inlet’s MarshWalk Wonderland of Lights combines waterfront views, restaurants, live music, and glowing boardwalks. Broadway at the Beach and Barefoot Landing go full holiday mode with lights, events, shopping, and Santa sightings. Local concerts and pop-up shows are everywhere, and yes—we even have “snow,” made from foam bubbles that kids love and adults secretly enjoy.
But honestly? Just being here during the holidays makes the list. Mild weather, ocean views, Christmas lights, and no snow shovels
