Fireworks, Farmers Markets, Beach Town Traditions & Summer Nights
July around the Grand Strand is packed with ways to enjoy summer, from oceanfront fireworks and golf cart parades to farmers markets, live music, outdoor yoga, and waterfront nights. Whether you’re planning a full Fourth of July celebration or just looking for something easy to do during the week, there are plenty of ways to soak up the season.
4th of July Events Around the Grand Strand
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Fireworks | 9:00 PM
If you want the classic Myrtle Beach Fourth of July experience, this is the one. Fireworks over the Atlantic, crowds gathered along the sand, families walking the Boardwalk, and that unmistakable summer vacation energy make this one of the most iconic ways to celebrate.
Broadway at the Beach Fireworks | 10:00 PM
Broadway at the Beach is a great option if you want to turn fireworks into a full night out. Come early for dinner, shopping, sweets, attractions, or a walk around the lake before the show begins. It’s bright, busy, family-friendly, and easy to enjoy without sitting on the sand.
Cherry Grove Pier Fireworks | 9:30 PM
Cherry Grove Pier offers a more relaxed beach setting for fireworks. It still draws a crowd, but it has more of a North Myrtle Beach neighborhood feel than a big attraction feel. Bring chairs, blankets, or beach towels and settle in along the sand for a classic coastal fireworks night.
Barefoot Landing Fireworks | 10:00 PM
Barefoot Landing gives you a polished waterfront setting with restaurants, shops, entertainment, and fireworks over the lake. It’s lively but a little more relaxed than some of the busier tourist spots, making it a great choice for families, couples, and anyone looking for an easy night out.
Murrells Inlet Boat Parade | 10:00 AM
The Murrells Inlet Boat Parade is one of those events that feels very specific to the Inlet. Decorated boats, patriotic colors, marsh views, and people gathering along the water give it a local, coastal charm. Pair it with brunch, lunch, or a walk along the MarshWalk.
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk Fireworks | 10:00 PM
The MarshWalk fireworks are one of the most atmospheric Fourth of July options on the Grand Strand. With seafood restaurants, live music, drinks, marsh views, and boats in the background, it feels like a full summer night out — not just a fireworks show.
Windy Hill Golf Cart Parade | 10:00 AM
The Windy Hill Golf Cart Parade is simple, cheerful, and full of small beach town charm. Decorated carts, patriotic outfits, and families waving from the street give it a very local North Myrtle Beach feel. It’s a fun, easy morning activity before the beach or evening fireworks.
Surfside Beach Golf Cart Parade | 10:00 AM
Surfside Beach’s Golf Cart Parade captures the personality of the town perfectly. It’s casual, colorful, family-friendly, and full of red, white, and blue. This is a great morning event if you want something relaxed, community-centered, and easy to enjoy near the beach.
Stars & Stripes FAM JAM | 12:00–3:00 PM
Stars & Stripes FAM JAM at Neal and Pam’s keeps the Surfside celebration going after the golf cart parade. With live music, family activities, and a casual beach-town atmosphere, it’s a fun midday stop before the afternoon flyover or evening plans.
Salute From The Shore | 1:00 PM
Salute From The Shore is a quick event, but it’s one of the more meaningful moments of the day. People gather along the beach, look toward the sky, wave flags, and watch the military flyover pass along the coastline. It’s patriotic, simple, and memorable.
Independence Day 5K | 7:00 AM
For early risers, the Independence Day 5K in The Market Common, is a festive way to start the holiday before the heat and crowds build. Runners, walkers, families, and kids can all take part, and the patriotic outfits make it feel fun and lighthearted.
Weekly July Events Around the Grand Strand
Every Monday: Run Club @ Tidal Creek Brewhouse
Tidal Creek’s Run Club is one of those local weekly events that makes Myrtle Beach feel more lived-in than vacation-only. It’s casual, social, and welcoming, whether you’re a regular runner, a walker, or just looking for a low-pressure way to get moving.
Every Tuesday: Farmers Market @ Memorial Park
The Surfside Beach Farmers Market has a smaller, local feel. It’s a simple daytime stop for produce, baked goods, honey, plants, handmade items, and local products. For visitors, it’s a nice way to experience Surfside beyond the beach.
Every Wednesday & Saturday: Summer Light: Art by Night @ Brookgreen Gardens
Summer Light: Art by Night at Brookgreen Gardens is one of the most beautiful ways to spend a July evening. It’s slower, more elevated, and perfect for date night, photos, or anyone looking for something a little different from the beach scene.
Every Thursday: Music on Main
Music on Main is a classic North Myrtle Beach summer night. Bring a chair, grab dinner nearby, and enjoy live music in a laid-back outdoor setting. It’s family-friendly, easygoing, and a great way to spend a Thursday evening.
Every Friday: Sunset Luau Dolphin Cruise
The Sunset Luau Dolphin Cruise feels more like a vacation experience than a typical event. With water views, dolphins, sunset scenery, and island-style energy, it’s a memorable Friday night option for families, couples, and visitors.
How to Choose Your July Plans
If you want the classic beach fireworks experience, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk or Cherry Grove Pier are the strongest picks. If you want dinner, shopping, and fireworks all in one place, Broadway at the Beach and Barefoot Landing are easy choices. For something more local and coastal, the Murrells Inlet Boat Parade, Windy Hill Golf Cart Parade, and Surfside Beach Golf Cart Parade bring that small-town July 4th charm.
For families, Surfside’s FAM JAM, the Hula & Fire Dancer Show, Music on Main, and the Market Common Farmers Market are easy wins. For a date night or something more elevated, Brookgreen’s Summer Light, the Sunset Luau Dolphin Cruise, or Murrells Inlet fireworks at the MarshWalk are great options. And for locals looking for regular summer routines, Tidal Creek Run Club, the Surfside Farmers Market, and the Conway Farmers Market are simple ways to enjoy July without fighting the biggest crowds.
