Holiday Events 2009
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Christmas Show
The annual Chrismtas production runs through January 2nd (closed December 23rd-25th). This year, a variety of songs have been changed and new members have been added to the show. The show runs two hours with a 20-minute intermission. Adult tickets range from $38-$47.
Santa Pictures
Santa will be in the Lakeview Courtyard near the carousel from Noon to 3 p.m. December 5th, 12th & 19th for pictures with kids and pets.
Night of a Thousand Candles
Brookgreen Gardens will hold their annual holiday event December 4th & 5th, 11th & 12th, and 17th-19th from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests will walk through the gardens alongside hand-lit candles that illuminate paths and garden displays. There will also be live entertainment each evening. Admission is $15/adult and $6 for children ages 6-12. Children ages 5 & under are admitted free.
Christmas Show
The annual Christmas production runs through January 2nd (closed December 21st-25th). The show runs about 2.5 hours, including a 20-minute intermission. Adult tickets range from $37-$51.
Santa Pictures
Santa will be at the Coastal Grand Mall through December 24th. Hours are as follows:
- Monday-Saturday - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (break time is 1-2 p.m. & 5-6 p.m.)
- Sundays - Noon to 6 p.m. (break time is 3-3:30 p.m.)
- Chrismtas Eve - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Santa's Wonderland
Santa's Wonderland returns to Bass Pro Shops through December 24th. Games and activities will be set up for children during normal store hours. A free photo with Santa will be available as follows:
- Monday - Friday - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturdays - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Sundays - Noon to 5 p.m.
- December 21st-23rd - Noon to 9 p.m.
- Christmas Eve - Noon to 5 p.m.
The Polar Express in 3D
This Christmas classic is playing at the IMAX theater in December. Tickets are $13/adult and $11 for children. Children ages 3 & under are admitted free.
Santa Pictures
Santa will be at the Inlet Square Mall through December 24th. Hours are as follows:
- Monday - Friday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (break time is 1-2 p.m. & 4-5 p.m.)
- Saturdays - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (break time is 1-2 p.m. & 4-5 p.m.)
- Sundays - 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (break time is 2-3 p.m.)
Pet Photos With Santa
Have your pets picture taken with Santa December 7th or 14th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Do not use the Food Court entrance.
Christmas Towne
The annual Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce's Christmas Towne event will take place Sunday, December 13th from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. The event will feature photos with Santa, live entertainment, a tree lighting ceremony, and games & activities for children. Admission is free.
Stop by GrandStrandOnline.com's booth for a chance to win some prizes & toys. We'll have a bottle ring toss set up for the kids and will also be handing out coloring pages for our Holiday Coloring Contest!
Christmastime
The Twelve Irish Tenors return to the Palace Theatre for their annual holiday concert through January 2nd.
This year, special guests include Michael W. Smith with the Long Bay Symphony December 3rd-5th and Debbie Reynolds December 8th-12th. The show times for Michael Smith are 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday with a 2 p.m. matinee on Thursday. Show times for Debbie Reynolds are 8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday with a 2 p.m. matinee on Thursday.
Regular show times are at 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday. There is also a 10 a.m. morning show on Wednesdays and a 2 p.m. afternoon show on Thursdays.
Christmas Parade
The annual parade will take place December 12th at 2 p.m. The parade begins on Ocean Boulevard at 10th Avenue South and finishes at 16th Avenue North.
Holiday Carriage Rides
Each Saturday from December 5th-19th, free carriage rides will be given from Noon to 3 p.m. in front of King Sreet Grille & Tommy Bahama's.
Breakfast With Santa
Admission is $8/person and includes breakfast, a photo with Santa and a Christmas sheet. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 843.839.0249. Each breakfast is at 9 a.m.
- December 5th - Gordon Biersch
- December 12th - Roy & Sid's American Kitchen
- December 19th - Travinia Italian Grill
Ice Skating in Valor Park
A synthetic ice rink will be set up on Saturday & Sunday from December 19th to January 3rd in Valor Park. Admission is $7/person and includes skate rentals. The rink will be closed December 24th & 25th.
Don't see your event listed. E-mail info@grandstrandonline.com with information about your event to have it added to our holiday guide.
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