Peak travel season is right around the corner, meaning it’s the perfect time to head down to North Myrtle Beach! The Carolina Coast during this season has plenty of fun to offer. Whether you’re looking to spend a day at the beach, enjoy live music, or try out some local dining, North Myrtle Beach in the summer offers plenty to do on your coastal vacation!
Take advantage of the warmer weather and longer days, and follow along as we highlight some of the best things to do all summer in North Myrtle Beach!
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In this blog:
- Spend the Day at the Beach
- Get Out on the Water
- Go Deep-Sea Fishing or Take a Dolphin Tour
- Summer Events in North Myrtle Beach
- Celebrate the 4th of July in North Myrtle Beach
- Explore Main Street
- Relax at the resort
- Plan your Summer trip to North Myrtle Beach
Spend the Day at the Beach
No North Myrtle Beach trip is complete without a day at the beach. During peak summer season, the shoreline and beaches stay relatively busy, giving you a classic beach day feel throughout, where you’ll see other visitors swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying the weather.
Parasailing Over the Carolina Coast
Ever wanted to see the Grand Strand from 400 feet above ground? North Myrtle Beach’s shoreline is home to a few parasail operators. This is a fun and exciting activity to do on the beach, whether it’s your first time or your 100th time!
- Aloha Water Sports – 2208 N Ocean Blvd
- New Wave Watersports – 1701 S Ocean Blvd
Yoga on the Beach
One of the more unique beach experiences in the area, North Myrtle Beach offers quite a few yoga classes that you can take right on the beach! While many of the beach classes are seasonal, most studios in the area hold beach classes all throughout the summer, giving you plenty of time to plan your class!
Ocean Yoga with Kseniia
- Price: Beach Classes start at $25
- Location: 1101 N Ocean Blvd
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Cherry Grove Yoga
- Price: Beach Classes start at $15
- Location: 645 Main St
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Get Out on the Water
Wanna go beyond the beach? Lucky for you, North Myrtle Beach offers a variety of watersports throughout the shoreline as well as the Intracoastal Waterway. Rip through the water on a jet ski rental, enjoy a relaxing wade on a pontoon or, hang tight through wake jumps on a banana boat. Experiences serve customers of all experience levels; however, jet ski operators under 16 must ride with an adult.
Myrtle Beach Watersports
For nearly 30 years, this local operator has served the area with boat tours, jet skis, and more. With a fleet of over 50 jet skis and several boats, including two 75-foot cruise boats, this business serves a wide range of water sports needs. This family-owned operator runs four different locations, with its North Myrtle location sitting right on Atlantic Beach.
- Experiences: Jet Ski Rentals, Pontoon and Tritoon Rentals, Hurricane Deck Boat
- Location: 1522 Watson Ave, Little River
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Downwind Sails Watersports
Grab a group and check out this company for a great deal! This top-rated attraction on TripAdvisor has been in operation since 1978, emphasizing safety and customer well-being. With two locations, this operator can also serve both the north and south ends of the Grand Strand.
- Experiences: Banana Boat Rides, Jet Ski Rentals, Sailboat Tours
- Location: 1522 Watson Ave, Little River
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Explore Local Wildlife
Fishing Charters
Try a more guided experience in the water and explore some of North Myrtle Beach’s native wildlife! Book a fishing charter and get the chance to see species like the king mackerel, snapper, and mahi! Many local charters offer half and full-day options, making this a convenient addition to your summer itinerary.
- North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters – 2201 Little River Neck Road
- Little River Fishing Fleet – 1901 Hwy 17 South
Eco-Tours
Southern Shores Cruises Dolphin Tours
This cruise company offers a variety of ways to see local wildlife, including a jet ride and a more conventional wildlife tour. Aside from the dolphins, you’ll get the chance to see leatherback sea turtles, black-tip sharks, and jellyfish while on this tour.
- Price: 2-hour tours start at $35
- Location: 2201 Little River Neck Rd, Building #2
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Waccamaw River Tours
For a more secluded experience, try this tour that takes you deep into the Intracoastal Waterway through the creeks and swamps of the Waccamaw River. Along the way, you’ll see moss-lined riverbanks with the chance of seeing species like herons, egrets, turtles, and more.
- Price: Tours start at $24
- Location: 8496 Enterprise Rd
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Summer Events in North Myrtle Beach
With the season bringing in live music and community events, why not take part in some of North Myrtle Beach’s local flavor? Get outside and enjoy community with these summer events!
Music on Main
Every Thursday, starting in June, you can head on down to. Main Street for Music on Main! Shows start around 6:30 p.m., but the road closes at 4:30, giving you enough space and time to relax, find a spot, and explore local shops during the festivities.
- When: Thursdays – Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Main Street
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Movies at McLean
Ever wanted to watch movies at a baseball diamond? McLean Park hosts movies right on the field on the second Friday of every month, with a different family-friendly showing each time. While the event is free, concessions will be available, and it is suggested that you bring a chair.
- When: Second Fridays at 7 p.m.
- Where: 93 Oak Drive
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Celebrate the 4th of July in North Myrtle Beach
The Fourth of July always brings families and communities together in North Myrtle Beach, but this year it’s a little different. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, making for an extra-special celebration.
America 250: Red, White, and Remember Parade
Over at the market common, this patriotic parade will feature a series of floats and even let you ride through the parade on your own golf cart. Following the parade, a picnic will be held, with live music and kid-friendly activities.
- When: May 23 – 10 a.m.
- Where: 4017 Deville Street
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Red, White, and Blue 5k
Celebrate the holidays while getting a good physical challenge. The event features a 5k run/walk at a $45 admission price as well as a 50-yard dash for kids, with no entry cost! If you do decide to race, you’re encouraged to wear red, white, or blue to show North Myrtle Beach your holiday spirit.
- When: July 3 – 4 – 7 a.m.
- Where: Barefoot Landing 4898 Hwy 17 S
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Fireworks at Cherry Grove Pier
To wrap up your 4th of July, enjoy a fireworks show on the shoreline! This free, professional fireworks show will last 30 minutes. Organizers encourage you to bring a chair and show up early for a good spot.
- When: July 4 – 9:30 p.m.
- Where: 3500 N Ocean Blvd
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Explore Main Street
Main Street stands as one of the best spots in town for dining, drinks, and live entertainment, all while being close to the beach. The vibrant area features several local favorites, like Main Street Tap and Grill, with its craft beers and International Café, which serves a variety of sandwiches and cocktails. Whenever you’re done exploring Main Street, you can just walk right back to the beach!
Relax at Ocean Drive Resort
Make your North Myrtle Beach getaway extra special by staying at Ocean Drive Resort! Wake up on the shoreline and enjoy our vast on-site amenities, including our crystal-blue pool, lazy river, invigorating whirlpool, and our tiki bar! If you want to stay out of the water, we also have a fitness center featuring top-of-the-line equipment from Nautilus and Stair Master.
Plan your Summer trip to North Myrtle Beach
Now that you have a whole list of things to do this summer, all that is left to do is decide where to stay. Book your trip with Ocean Drive Beach & Golf Resort to enjoy the best value on the Grand Strand. Our team will work to ensure that you make the most of your vacation. See all of our accommodations today and save big on all of our latest specials when you book direct with Ocean Drive Beach & Golf Resort!