Myrtle Beach Weekend Events
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: July 11, 2009
Myrtle Beach offers a wide variety of events for all ages. Whether you are catching a show, playing a round of golf, or exploring the Atlantic Ocean; Myrtle Beach is on the Top Ten Beach Vacations List according to a new SC Poll.
Summer in Myrtle Beach means a array of festivals, live music, and fireworks. Make your plans now to visit Myrtle Beach next weekend.
List of Events in Myrtle Beach for July 18th, 2009.
- Myrtle Beach Rock @ the House of Blues in North Myrtle Beach @ 7:00pm
- Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Winston- Salem Dash @ the BB&T Coastal Field @ 7:05pm
- Broadway at the Beach Celebrates their 14th Birthday from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Birthday cake, balloons, a parade and Fireworks.
- Masters of Magic @ The Palace Theatre @ 5:30pm
FireWorks
- Le Grand Cirque @ The Palace Theatre @ 8:00pm
- Babies Exhibit @ Ripley’s Aquarium @ 7:00pm
- IMAX 3-D offers show times all day; shows include Sea Monsters 3-D, Mummies 3-D, Under The Sea 3-D
- Miniature Golf through out the Grand Strand
- Over 100 premium Golf Courses to choose from
- Freestyle Music Park offers thrilling rides and great entertainment
With so much fun in Myrtle Beach, your dream vacation is only a click away.
Bi-Lo Myrtle Beach Marathon
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: July 10, 2009
USA Today announced the 10 Great Places to Run in the Winter,
and the Myrtle Beach Marathon made that list. The Bi-Lo
Marathon kicks off February 11th, 2010.
BI-LO Marathon:
* Saturday, February 13, 2010 for BI-LO Marathon
* Start time, 6:30 AM (6:25 AM for Wheelchair and Crankchair)
- The BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon will start the intersection of Grissom Parkway and 21st Ave. N, Myrtle Beach, SC.
- The Finish Line will be in the parking lot of BB&T Coastal Field.
- Maps of the BI-LO Marathon course will be available at the Runner’s Expo.
- The BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon course will close at 2:30PM.
- Mile markers will be posted at each mile.
- Digital time clocks will be visible approximately every two miles along the Marathon course.
- A digital clock at the Finish Line will display unofficial finishing time.
- The marathon course is USATF Certified and is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon .
- Unofficial bicycles, baby strollers, skates, in-line skates, and skate boards are not allowed on the course. Headphones (iPods, MP3 players, etc.) are also prohibited.
- Pacing times are as follows:
- 3:10
- 3:30
- 3:40
- 4:00
- 4:30
- 4:45
- 5:00
- 5:30
- Pacing times are subject to change.
Awards
* All BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon finishers will receive a Finisher’s Medal at the Finish Line.
* Finisher’s Certificates will be available online at brightroom.com.
* Participants are eligible for one award only.
* Awards will not be mailed. All awards must be picked up after the respective races.
* Unclaimed awards will be available at the House of Blues Post Race Party.
The RBC Centura 5K
Date
* Friday, February 12, 2010 for RBC Centura Bank 5K
* Start time, 6:30 PM
- The RBC Centura Bank 5K run will start on Celebrity Circle outside Ripley’s Aquarium. The course will circle Broadway at the Beach and finish at Coastal Federal Field.
- Click here to see a course map. Course maps will be available at the Expo.
- A digital clock at the Finish Line will display elapsed race time.
- Unofficial bicycles, baby strollers, skates, in-line skates, and skate boards are not allowed on the course. Headphones are also prohibited.
- All RBC Centura 5K finishers will receive a Finisher’s Medal at the Finish Line.
- Finisher’s Certificates will be available online at www.Brightroom.com
- Participants are eligible for one award only.
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Awards will not be mailed. All awards must be picked up after the respective races.
- Unclaimed awards will be available at the House of Blues Post Race Party.
Courtesy of www.mbmarathon.com
Myrtle Beach Marathon – Ripley’s Fun Run
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: July 8, 2009
Great Starts and Great Finishes.
The Myrtle Beach Marathon is running back into town on February 11th – 14th, 2010. A time honored and welcomed event in Myrtle Beach; the Myrtle Beach Marathon brings in runners from all points of the south. The BI-LO Myrtle Beach Marathon supports the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of South Carolina and the Horry County Chapter of the American Red Cross . Since its first year in 1998 the Myrtle Beach Marathon has assisted the charities in raising over $500,000.
The marathon kicks off with an expo at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center on February 11th, 2010. Hours of the Expo are 5pm – 9pm on the 11th and 11am – 9pm on the 12th. Both Expo dates are free and open to the public. Current sponsors are Bi-Lo, Dasani, Michelob Ultra, RBC Bank, Ripley’s Aqauirium, House of Blues, Chick-fil-A; as well as many more.
The Fun Run, which is a 5K distance, will take place on February 12th, 2010, at 5:30pm. The start and finish point will be at Celebrity Sqaure, adjacent to Ripley’s Aquarium at Broadway At The Beach.
Join Ripley’s after the race for the Junior Post Race Party:
- Location
- February 12, 2010
- 6pm to 8pm
- Race bibs may be used in lieu of tickets for entrance to the party.
- Free, light refreshments will be served.
If you would like to become a vendor or participate in the Myrtle Beach Marathon, please visit the website. www.MyrtleBeachMarathon.com
“Last Swing before the Ring”
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 27, 2009
Oceana Resorts has the scoop on Myrtle Beach Golf. For the Groom looking for a weekend getaway before his big day, Oceana Resorts has trained professionals available to book your tee time.
Choose your own courses or let Oceana Resorts customize a package for you.
With the Grooms Getaway, rekindle friendships and make memories with a day on the green. Relax on the beach, go para-sailing, jet skiing, fishing, and play your best game ever. Upon arrival the Groom will receive a welcome gift including a bucket of beer waiting in his room. You can also choose any of the following:
Simply choose Oceana Resorts or call one of our golf specialists at 1-877-840-8464 to wrap it all up for you.
Weekend Festivals & Fireworks
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 26, 2009
Enjoy everything from spaghetti to sparklers this weekend as the Grand Strand starts to celebrate Independence Day! On Saturday in Myrtle Beach’s Valor Park , located at the Market Common, the Sons of Italy will host Festa Italiana, a two-day Italian Festival. There’s entertainment from Frank Gigli, Larry Tanelli and the Dino Show, Louis Prima Tribute, and Elvis and The Blues Brothers from Legends in Concert. There will be Italian food and Dessert booths, FREE children’s arts and crafts table, and much more. The festival hours for both days will be 11:00am to 6:00pm.
Conway will host its Independence Day celebration on Saturday with Riverfest. The annual event, held at the Riverwalk in downtown is a festive day filled with Food, Fun, and Fireworks. There will be a boat parade, homemade raft race, LIVE music on multiple stages, a car show, Jell-O jump, and the evening will end with a fabulous fireworks display. Event starts at 3pm.
Sunday will be the City of Myrtle Beach’s Independence Day celebration. The celebration will be held at BB&T Coastal Field, gate opens at 5pm. Come and be entertained by the Andrew Thielen Big Band, who will perform at 7:30pm. Food and drinks will be sold, but you are free to bring your own picnic and cooler. (NO glass containers permitted). Fireworks will begin at 9:15 pm.
It’s a Thursday Lawn Party
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 25, 2009
Market Common continues it’s celebration of summer with the introduction of the “Thursday Lawn Party” at Valor Park. There will be LIVE music, food, drinks, and lawn games for the entire family. Tonight’s party is a LUAU sponsored by Tommy Bahama, complete with Fire Dancers, Tommy Walsh and the Hawiian Breeze. The event starts at 6:00 and ends at 9:30pm.
It’s Officially Summer
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 24, 2009
Although the calendar states that summer officially started on Sunday, June 21st. Here along the Grand Strand we’ve been celebrating for almost a month. Besides the 60 miles of beach, the Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach areas have so much going on. Believe it or not, so much of it is FREE. From every corner for everyday there are entertainment options for everyone. Market Common toward the south end of the beach, offers something almost every night of the week, whether it’s fireworks, Inflatable Jungle Gyms for the kids, Art Walks, Concerts, festivals and more. In Central Myrtle Beach come enjoy “Ocean Boulevard’s Hot Summer Nights” activities at Plyler Park, oceanfront park off the boulevard. For five nights a week, the entertainment ranges from Concerts, Fireworks over the ocean, Street performers, Stilt walkers, and a Kid’s Carnival. At Broadway at the Beach enjoy LIVE concerts, multiple entertainment and shopping outlets, restaurants and so much more. Along the North end, there’s La Belle Amie Vineyards that offers Family festivals, Wine Tours & Tasting. The “Sounds of Summer Concert Series” at McLean Park in North Myrtle Beach is a fantastic way to enjoy an evening out with the family, bring your blanket or a lawn chair and sit back and enjoy the night. At Barefoot Landing you have “SummerFest”, where the Pirates have been on parade, nightly entertainment along the boardwalk with jugglers and other types of street performers. Every Monday, enjoy the Fireworks show. Or if you would like to travel to the City of Conway, they are entertaining crowds with movies along the river, Jazz Concerts, other and music festivals. This small town so rich in history, has a Museum, Kayak rentals, boat rentals, Antique shops, and so much more. This Saturday don’t miss the Riverfest, their largest celebration of the year. Enjoy the Jell-O Jump, the raft races, arts & crafts, Live Music on multiple stages, Car Show, and finish the evening with one of the largest fireworks displays along the Grand Strand. This is just to name a few. There is so much to see and do, that you will probably have to make multiple trips to Myrtle Beach. One way to make the planning process more enjoyable is to have someone who knows the area give you a hand with finding a place to stay closest to the action and help you with what the latest specials you qualify for. Call 1-866-469-7853 for more information on your Myrtle Beach lodging needs.
Sparkling Myrtle Beach Activities
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 23, 2009
With over 60 miles of beach, Myrtle Beach showcases the sparkling Atlantic. With something fun for all ages on the Grand Strand, you will find the crystal clear waters provide the perfect playground. Whether you prefer boating, fishing, surfing, kayaking, scuba diving, parasailing, or windsurfing, Myrtle Beach one of the top rated family beach vacation destination by TripAdvisor.
X-Treme Sports
Myrtle Beach is home to ancient rivers, winding creeks, spectacular marshes, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Water lovers have even more opportunities for fun in the sun. Sail into the Harbourgate Marina in North Myrtle and enjoy all the beauty of the marina as well as the local amenities of the beach. So when your resting hours are over and you are in the mood to have an adventure, Myrtle Beach is calling you.
Myrtle Beach Base Recreation Center
Posted by: Oceana Resorts on: June 22, 2009
The Myrtle Beach Base Recreation Center
Classes and Activities
Call 918-2380 for information!
Senior Movie Schedule - Come enjoy a free movie for adults and seniors every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. Soft drinks and popcorn are available for $1 each.
June 23 – The Family that Preys (PG-13), starring Kathy Bates
June 30 – Bride Wars (PG-13), starring Anne Hathaway
July 7 – 13 Going on 30 (PG), starring Jennifer Garner
July 14 – 18 Again! (PG), starring George Burns
Myrtle Beach Table Tennis Club – If you enjoy the game of table tennis, come join this competitive group! All are welcome to play. The club meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Just $1 to play. Annual memberships are available for $10 per year for city residents and $17 per year for non-residents.
Bingo – Bingo, anyone? Come play every Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. There is no charge for bingo, but please bring a prize for the prize table!
Quilting - Come join the Grand Strand Quilters on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Learn how to make your very own quilt or show off your skills to others. All are welcome to join this fun and exciting group. Just $2 per visit. Annual memberships are available for $10 per year for city residents or $17 for non- residents.
Beginner Ballroom Dance Lessons – with Jim Sterner every Monday from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Students will learn a basic step, rumba, cha cha, waltz, fox trot and much more. $7 per person for city residents and $12 per person for non- residents.
Shag/Swing Dance Lessons – with Jim Sterner every Monday from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Students will learn to shag with moves like male and female turns, a side-by-side turn, a start and much more. $7 per person for city residents and $12 per person for non- residents
Line Dance Lessons – with Sandra Morris every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Just $4 per person for city residents or $6 for non residents. Hee Haw! You’ll love the music, fun and friendly people!
Free Game Day – Come play games with us, every Wednesday from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. for adults and seniors and every Thursday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. for teens. Come socialize with others while enjoying Wii games, billiards, table tennis, horseshoes and card and board games.
Guitar Lessons – with Steve Marino every Thursday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Get quick and easy instructions for the beginner student and theory and technique for the developed guitarist. Classes are in 40 minute time slots. Students must have own guitar and call to schedule time. Maximum 4 students per time slot. $5 per class for city residents and $8 per class for non-residents.
Beginners Taoist Tai Chi – with Barbara MacDonald from the Taoist Tai Chi Society every Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. $25 per month for city residents and $42 per month for non- residents. This is a beginner class with 108 moves.
Base Book Club – The Base Recreation Center invites you to join the Book Club. The club will meet every Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. to discuss books of your choice. Please call in advance to register. It’s free to join, and coffee will be provided.
