July 27, 2011
Free Fun in Myrtle Beach
After exploring some of the free activities in Charleston and Atlantic Beach we’re going to stay along the coast and take a look at Myrtle Beach. Of course there are plenty of dinner shows, putt-putt courses and amusement rides to stay occupied with, however if you want to save a dollar there are also a variety of other events in the area that won’t cost a penny.
Ocean Boulevard’s Hot Summer Nights: To help promote the new boardwalk the town of Myrtle Beach is hosting Hot Summer Nights, a nightly event series that is being held until Sept. 3 that features fireworks, music and much more. Some of the highlights include Kids’ Carnival night every Monday, live concerts every Tuesday and Saturday and one of the best fireworks displays each Wednesday night so be sure to head to Plyler Park on the Boardwalk to enjoy an entertaining stroll by the sea.
Music in the Streets: Blues, jazz, rock, swing and even show tunes are just some of
the genres you will hear from the stage at the Market Common in Myrtle Beach. An upscale urban shopping center with restaurants, the Market Common is also the host of Music in the Streets, a free summer concert series with 13 performances during the season. Every Friday through Aug. 26 from 6-9 p.m. local bands will grace the stage and provide and evening of entertainment under the stars.
Movies Under the Stars: Once again the Market Common delivers a free evening of family entertainment during the summer months. Every Wednesday night in August at 9 p.m. the Market Common invites guests out to enjoy classic movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, Grease and Ghostbusters. Be sure to come hungry for the show as the Piggly Wiggly grocery store across the street sells already made picnic baskets or enjoy a soda and popcorn for just $1.
SummerFest: Every Wednesday night until Aug. 31 Boardway at the Beach invites
you out to enjoy the weekly strolling Boardwalk Parade at 7 p.m. Starting by the Alabama Theatre, the parade includes a marching band, live animals, clowns, magicians, stilt walkers and a variety of other circus oriented entertainers. If you can’t make it out for the parade be sure to stop by on Monday nights around 10:15 p.m. to catch the fireworks display that will run through Sept. 2.
