From BBQ feasts to St. Paddy’s shenanigans, here’s what’s happening this month
March in Myrtle Beach is when things start heating up—literally and figuratively. The sun shines a little longer, the ocean breeze feels just right, and the calendar is stacked with events that make staying inside a crime. Whether you’re here for classic cars, craft cocktails, or just an excuse to wear green and party, we’ve got you covered. Here are six can’t-miss events happening in Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, and Murrells Inlet this March.
CHEERS! St. Patrick’s Bingo Crawl
Consider this the most strategic way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day—one drink, one game, one step closer to victory at a time. The Market Common transforms into a St. Paddy’s playground with a bingo crawl that sends you hopping from one venue to another, collecting stamps for drinks, bites, and fun challenges. Snag some festive swag along the way, and if luck is on your side, you might just win the Grand Prize Pot of Gold. Who knew bingo could be this competitive?
Location: 4017 Deville Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
36th Annual Run to the Sun Car Show
If the smell of gasoline and the sight of vintage rides get your heart racing, you’ll want to mark your calendar for this legendary car show. With over 3,500 pre-1989 classics on display, Run to the Sun is a paradise for gearheads and nostalgia lovers alike. This year’s event is revving things up with celebrity appearances from Joe and Amanda Martin of Iron Resurrection, along with vendors, swap meets, and a whole lot of chrome. Bonus? The proceeds go to local charities, so you can ogle hot rods for a good cause.
Surfside Beach BBQ Festival
Attention, BBQ lovers, this one’s for you. The annual Surfside Beach BBQ Festival is bringing the heat (and the meat) with a showdown of pitmasters, live music, craft vendors, and enough smoked goodness to keep your taste buds dancing all day long. Friday night kicks off with the Anything But BBQ event, while Saturday serves up the main competition. Expect ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and all the fixings—just don’t wear a white shirt.
Location: Surfside Drive and Yaupon Parking Lot
11th Annual Oyster Roast & Bloody Mary Festival
If you love seafood, live music, and a little friendly competition, this festival is a triple threat. Hosted at The Wicked Tuna, this coastal celebration serves up fresh local oysters by the bucket and Bloody Marys that are as creative as they are boozy. Local restaurants battle it out for the title of Best Bloody Mary, and you get to play judge. Toss in some live tunes, arts and crafts vendors, and that signature Murrells Inlet waterfront view, and you’ve got yourself a Sunday well spent.
Location: 4123 US-17 BUSINESS, Murrells Inlet, SC
10th Annual Luck of the MarshWalk
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations hit a whole new level at the MarshWalk, where the green beer flows, live music fills the air, and costumed revelers parade along the boardwalk. Whether you go full leprechaun or just sport a touch of green, this festive waterfront party is one of the best places to let loose on March 17. With each restaurant offering themed food and drink specials, it’s the perfect way to toast to the luck of the Irish—Murrells Inlet style.
Location: 4025 Highway 17 Business, 4065 US-17 BUSINESS, Murrells Inlet, SC
