Beach renourishment in Myrtle Beach is scheduled to begin next week, with work expanding to include the Arcadian Shores area just north of the city. The project remains on track for completion by Memorial Day, and the beach will stay open throughout construction with only small sections temporarily closed.
-- How did a Black man in the 1940s Jim Crow South open a club where Black and White people danced side by side to the tunes of music's legendary entertainers? The answer lies in a story as unforgettable as the music that turned a nightclub into a place of unity.
Beginning Monday, July 21, 2025, CHARLIE'S PLACE, a new five-episode, documentary-style podcast series hosted by filmmaker Rhym Guissé, uncovers the unbelievable true story of a revolutionary Myrtle Beach juke joint that brought communities together through the power of music.
Syracuse University Esports is thrilled to announce its continued partnership with Visit Myrtle Beach as they bring the multi-award-winning Boost on the Beach event back to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for the fourth consecutive year. Hosted at The Hangout on March 14-15, 2026, this year’s event will feature 12 teams from across the country competing in an electrifying Rocket League tournament, showcasing top collegiate talent on a national stage.
Adult volunteers who work at least 24 hours at the 2026 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, scheduled from May 7-10 at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, will be able to take advantage of deep discounts at 22 golf courses on July 27 (Monday). Volunteer registration will remain open at MyrtleBeachClassic.com until all positions are filled.
National media coverage positioned Myrtle Beach as a high-value, family-friendly coastal destination known for affordability, scenic beauty, and strong food, golf, and entertainment offerings. Outlets including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel and Tour World, and The Local Palate highlighted the region’s budget-friendly appeal and multigenerational lifestyle, while culinary recognition, premier golf rankings, and major entertainment coverage further reinforced Myrtle Beach’s national profile.
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC) and Visit Myrtle Beach have announced the volunteer community members who will serve on their 2026 Board of Directors and Advisory Boards. These individuals provide governance over the organizations, guiding strategic initiatives that support regional economic prosperity to enhance quality of life across the Grand Strand.
Tickets for the PGA TOUR’s upcoming ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic will be available for purchase at 9 a.m. ET on Monday, Feb. 9. Tickets can be purchased by visiting myrtlebeachclassic.com.
Myrtle Beach is stepping into the new year with a wave of new developments, exciting events and destination-defining milestones, along with all the classic experiences that keep visitors coming back year after year. Spanning 60 miles of iconic coastline and 14 distinct coastal communities, the Grand Strand boasts an array of new attractions, dining and lodging experiences, offering more ways than ever for visitors of all ages to celebrate, explore and make lasting memories
Beach renourishment in Myrtle Beach is scheduled to begin next week, with work expanding to include the Arcadian Shores area just north of the city. The project remains on track for completion by Memorial Day, and the beach will stay open throughout construction with only small sections temporarily closed.
National coverage continued to position Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand as a welcoming, year-round destination with broad appeal, anchored by strong culinary recognition, coastal charm, seasonal experiences and increasing air service. Major outlets including Islands.com, Fodor’s, Travel + Leisure, AARP, and Travel and Tour World highlighted the region’s standout seafood and Southern dining, friendly communities, and growing reputation as an affordable U.S. destination. Holiday and winter travel coverage was especially prominent, with Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles earning repeated national praise and Myrtle Beach named a top winter and last-minute holiday getaway. Additional lifestyle and entertainment coverage reinforced the area’s family-friendly, multigenerational appeal, small-town character in places like Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet, and cultural vibrancy through festivals, arts, and major 2026 concert announcements, while human-interest stories further underscored the region’s strong sense of community and place.
National and regional coverage continued to spotlight Myrtle Beach and surrounding communities as highly desirable destinations for travel, retirement, and relocation, with Travel + Leisure naming South Carolina the most popular state to move to in 2025 and identifying Myrtle Beach as the top city, praised for its beaches, wildlife, and golf. The region received significant attention for its affordability, appearing in multiple national roundups focused on budget-friendly winter travel, holiday deals, safe and welcoming towns, and hidden gem getaways. Brookgreen Gardens emerged as a major cultural and seasonal highlight, with features in Garden & Gun and Country Living, including national recognition of its Nights of a Thousand Candles event, while Huntington Beach State Park earned distinction as South Carolina’s top birding destination. Culinary and local businesses were also prominently featured, from seafood buffets and local bars to cozy cocktail spots and iconic Southern flavors. Coverage further emphasized enhanced travel accessibility, with Allegiant and Breeze Airways announcing new nonstop routes to Myrtle Beach in 2026, reinforcing the destination’s growing national connectivity and broad appeal.
Myrtle Beach is entering 2026 with a slate of special accolades and national recognitions received throughout the year that underscore the region’s long-lasting popularity as a place to live, work and visit. By continuing to capture national and international attention, the Grand Strand remains firmly positioned as a leader in travel, hospitality and community development.
Playing under sunny blue skies and mid-60s temperatures, the Western Michigan University Broncos took advantage of South Carolina’s mild, mid-December weather to deliver a dominant performance at the 6th annual Myrtle Beach Bowl presented by Engine on Dec. 19, 2025. Defeating Kennesaw State University 41–6, the Broncos capped their season with an impressive victory Friday at Brooks Stadium on the picturesque campus of Coastal Carolina University.
The Carolina African American Heritage Foundation (CAAHF), in partnership with the City of Myrtle Beach, the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance will celebrate the 21st anniversary of Grand Strand Freedom Week, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with special events from Jan. 16 to 20, 2025.
