Free events in Myrtle Beach, SC

Guys and Dolls Charleston Dancing presents a community tea dance themed In The Good Olde Summertime at the NMB Historical Museum. New dancers are welcome, with instruction in the Charleston provided and no partner or prior experience required. Admission is free, singles are encouraged, and couples can learn together. Iced tea is provided courtesy of the North Myrtle Beach BOJANGLES.

Music and bingo come together at 810 Billiards & Bowling North Myrtle Beach. As songs play, participants mark matches on their bingo cards, blending a lively game night with a sing-along vibe that spans classics and current hits. Prizes await the winners, and food and drinks are available from the full menu. There is no cost to participate, making it an easy way to enjoy music, laughs, and a bit of friendly competition.

Each week, GATOR 107.9 brings Free Show Friday to the Grand Strand home of free live music. A PayDay Friday drawing happens before the entertainment, then the night continues with performances from top bands in the area. This recurring event offers free live music in a place dedicated to it.

Explore a community yard sale featuring bargains on household goods, vintage finds, handmade creations, and more. A variety of vendor booths will be on site, giving shoppers the chance to support local sellers and enjoy a friendly morning together. Gourmet coffee from Dolce Bon Petit will be available for purchase. Admission is free, and vendor fees support Market Common Community Church Mission Partners, Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Prospective sellers can register in advance through the event form.

At the Valor Park Farmers Market in Market Commons, shoppers can discover handcrafted soap made with goat milk, created with entirely natural ingredients and offered at budget friendly prices.

Celebrate National Bowling Day with a free hour on the lanes. Enjoy casual games and raffles, all centered on family friendly fun.

The Hangout hosts The Band Waleska in a live performance showcasing the group's trademark Southern rock style.

Mr. Nigel and Friends bring a party atmosphere to The Hangout for a Saturday celebration packed with lively vibes and plenty of energy. It is all about keeping the fun rolling from start to finish, creating a festive scene that lights up the weekend.

Memorial Park hosts a free concert series with live music throughout the summer. Bring friends and family, set up with a chair and blanket, and enjoy a picnic, or grab dinner in Pier Village before settling in for the show. The summer lineup features Brown & Brooks, Nor’ Eastah, If Birds Could Fly, Salty Dog, Fabulous Fish Heads, Mark and Dora, Dune Fox Duo, We Saw A Bear, McKinney & Co, Anthony Stells, Sweet Sweet, Alex Arnick, Alan Bibey Duo, King Tide Duo, and City Lights Trio.

Sunday Funday with Bumpin Uglies is part of the A&A Produce Summer Concert Series on the NÜTRL Waterway stage, offering free live music and cold beer set directly on the Intracoastal Waterway. This waterfront gathering welcomes all ages.

The Accelerators bring free live music to The Hangout with a set that spans rock, blues, country, and more. A lively performance showcases their range across multiple genres.

Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach hosts a family friendly evening with free face painting on the patio, upbeat music, and a relaxed vibe. Enjoy classic Hard Rock menu favorites while kids enjoy the face painting. Guests can receive a $10 off $50 coupon during their visit. It is well suited for families with children, a casual night out by the beach, or anyone wanting to add some extra fun to dinner plans.

Urban Jukebox delivers a high-energy set at The Hangout with a lively blend of neo-soul, funk, reggae, and more. Expect soulful grooves, upbeat rhythms, and a party atmosphere throughout the performance.

Island rhythms arrive at Surfside Pier with a free show of hula and fire performed right on the sand. Experience the traditions of Hawai‘i, Tahiti, New Zealand, and Samoa through music and dance, highlighted by a dramatic fire act. This family friendly event runs for one hour and welcomes all ages. Bring a beach chair or blanket, settle into the sand by the ocean, and enjoy a Polynesian showcase at Surfside Pier.

Jukebox Bingo puts a musical spin on classic bingo at 810 Billiards & Bowling North Myrtle Beach. As familiar tunes and current hits play, players mark their cards to match the music and compete for a winning pattern. It is free to play, prizes go to the winners, and the venue offers a full menu and drinks for the duration. Expect a lively, easygoing game night filled with music, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs.

On Monday nights, Barefoot Landing hosts a weekly fireworks display over the lake. All shows are weather permitting.

Surfside Beach Farmers Market is a weekly marketplace sponsored by the Town of Surfside Beach, highlighting local growers, artisans, and services. Visitors can find seasonal fruits and vegetables, local honey, farm-fresh eggs, meats, baked goods, handcrafted soaps, potted plants, knife sharpening services, handmade jewelry, coffee, pottery, and more, with offerings that may vary from week to week. Those interested in becoming a vendor can call 843-839-4488 for details. Organizers also advise that payment will never be requested by text or online to help protect against scams.

City Lights brings an energetic set of classic pop and rock spanning the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and beyond to The Hangout. This free live music performance features familiar favorites from across the decades.

A fast-paced take on classic trivia keeps everyone on their toes at 810 Billiards & Bowling North Myrtle Beach. Players can jump in solo or team up with friends as they race to answer each question before the clock runs out. Winners take home prizes, and the venue serves a full menu with drinks. It is free to play, so bring your best brainpower for quick-fire questions and plenty of laughs.

A weekly fireworks show is planned, proceeding only if weather allows. It offers a festive nighttime display during a limited run.

Presentations led by the North Myrtle Beach Sea Turtle Patrol offer an engaging look at sea turtles and practical ways to help protect them from extinction. The program is suitable for most ages, and admission is free.

Hot Summer Nights brings free live music to Plyler Park in downtown Myrtle Beach, turning the park into a lively hub for concerts. Each performance spotlights a different band, with genres spanning rock, reggae, country, funk, blues, and Top 40. Over the Moon Productions provides pre-show entertainment at the park before the bands perform. There are no tickets and no registration, just arrive and enjoy the music. The lineup features acts such as The Peeples Project, Ntranze, We Saw A Bear, Devin Dove Band, Chasing Rachel, Emory West Band, The Zilches, Fossil Rockers, Burning Bridges, Joes On Call, Vince Peeples & The Co., Justin Fox Band, Instant Karma, Bailey Road, The Mary English Band, Slack Tide, Old Soul, and Paperwork.

Survey-style trivia takes over 810 Billiards & Bowling Market Common with a game built around popular opinion. Instead of chasing a textbook answer, players aim to match the responses most people gave, echoing the feel of classic game shows. The pace is quick, surprises are part of the fun, and winners take home prizes. It is free to play, and a full menu with drinks is available. Teams are welcome as players try to think like the majority.

Free Crafter’s Cove drop-in sessions at the Surfside Beach Fishing Pier offer hands-on crafts that are both fun and educational for children 10 and younger. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Vendors should note that registration and payments for town events are handled only through the official website or in person at Surfside Beach Town Hall. Payments will never be requested via social media, so please watch for scams.

Each Thursday, the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA hosts a farmers market presented by K-Bar Farm, a first-generation local family farm focused on clean, community-rooted food. Shoppers can expect fresh seasonal produce, the farm’s elderberry syrup made from fresh berries, beef and pork raised with regenerative practices, local honey, an assortment of jams, jellies, and pickled goods, and natural home and wellness products. The market is free to attend and open to everyone, and a YMCA membership is not required to shop. It generally goes on rain or shine, with exceptions for holidays or extreme weather. All activity is in person at the YMCA or at K-Bar Farm’s Homestead Junction, which offers the farm’s full selection. Organizers note that no one will request money through the event post and encourage caution regarding online scammers.

A weekly market at the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach showcases seasonal produce from area farms, pasture-raised eggs and meats, handcrafted soaps, and other goods. Instructors and students add to the selection with fresh-baked bread and barbecue or smoked meat specials.

Experience a lively country set from the Taylor Richardson Band on the outdoor stage at The Hangout. This is an opportunity to see the band perform live in an open air setting.