Spring has arrived! Springtime in Myrtle Beach means warm temperatures and lower humidity. High temperatures in April tend to be about 75 degrees. We would enjoy seeing you visit us in Myrtle Beach this month. There are many events and activities happening across the Grand Strand including Egg-cellent Easter celebrations, food festivals, and much more!

Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival

When: Friday, March 31 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Saturday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Sunday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place – 812 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach

The Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival returns to the beach for a weekend of food trucks, beer and wine sales, kid zone and live music.  The event will feature over 50 local and regional food trucks such as CINN-sane Cinnamon Rolls, Sprinkles and Coffee, Big Mike’s Soul Food, Deekydawg’s BBQ, Pita Perfect, Wing Paradise, Jersey Dogs, Island Noodles, and much, much more choices and varieties. Local vendors and artisans will also be on hand. Single-day tickets are good for one person for any one day for $5, and children 12 and under are FREE.

Myrtle Beach Spring Fest

When: Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Grand Park at Market Common – 1011 Crabtree Lane, Myrtle Beach

The City’s Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Department invites everyone and their families to enjoy Spring Fest at Grand Park in The Market Common. This free, fun-filled event includes food, games, egg hunts, vendors, a car show, and more.

Cowboys Beach Bash Festival 2023

When:  Wednesday, April 19 through Sunday, April 23
Where: Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark – 2913 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach

Join this fan-filled epic event! It’s the 5th Annual Cowboys Beach Bash. The Cowboys Beach Bash is part of THE NFL Beach Festival. Enjoy this four-day event filled with music, food, drinks, and more. There will be sports vendors on site each day. Four-day tickets are available for purchase.

Myrtle Beach Pelicans Baseball

When: Home games in April: April 6 – 8 & April 18 – 23
Where: TicketReturn.com Field at Pelicans Ballpark

Stock up on peanuts and Cracker Jacks – the Myrtle Beach Pelicans kick off their 2023 season with a home game against the Charleston RiverDogs on Thursday, April 6. Not only is taking the family to a Pelicans game a great way to spend quality time together, but it is also an affordable option. Call (843) 918-6000 for information and tickets.

Nearby places to stay: Landmark Resort, hotel BLUE, Captain’s Quarters, Palace Resort, and Palms Resort.

Murrells Inlet MarshWalk Masters

When: Saturday, April 8 at 3 p.m.
Where: Murrells Inlet MarshWalk

Looking to enjoy a little golf competition? Make plans to attend this year’s 13th Annual MarshWalk Masters! This annual event always takes place during the Master’s tournament and is the perfect way to enjoy the sights and sounds of the bustling Murrells Inlet MarshWalk. Participants will play each of the nine holes along the MarshWalk.

Over $1,200 in prizes will be given away, including cash, MarshWalk Gift Cards, and golf vouchers. Winners must be present to win. The event is cash only; each round is $20 per person and kids under 18 can play with a registered adult. Plus, enjoy drink and appetizer specials throughout the course!

Easter Activities

The Myrtle Beach area is filled with a variety of Easter activities including delicious brunches, egg hunts and even a helicopter egg drop! View the 2023 Myrtle Beach Easter information here.

Smoke on the Beach

When: April 7 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and April 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: 8th Avenue N, Myrtle Beach (near the Boardwalk)

Come and try some BBQ at the MBSC Smoke on the Beach BBQ Competition Festival! This annual event by the Myrtle Beach Shrine Club draws amateur and professional BBQ teams to the beach. Join the fun with festival vendors and food trucks. The festival also features live music and a car show. Sun, Fun. Sand, and BBQ!

SOS Spring Safari

When: April 13 – 23
Where: Main Street, North Myrtle Beach

Did you know that the Grand Strand is the home of the famous Shag dance? The SOS (Society of Stranders) Spring Safari is a shagger’s dream! Thousands of shaggers visit North Myrtle Beach annually for a wide variety of activities including tea parties, shag dancing, dance lessons, live music, and mingling with friends. As the sun goes down, all the local lounges light up with activity and spots like Duck’s, Fat Harold’s, Pirate’s Cove and the OD Lounge become the center of nightlife and fun. This spring celebration will conclude with a parade on the last Saturday of the event featuring ACSC member clubs that plan, design, and build parade floats.

Nearby places to stay: Beach Cove Resort, Ocean Creek, Sea Watch

Art in the Park

When: April 22 & 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Valor Park, The Market Common

It’s an artist-run venue, held three weekends a year in Myrtle Beach. Hosted by Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild, visitors can view and purchase a variety of works of art including sculptures, paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry and more.

Dragon Boat Festival

When: Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Grand Park, The Market Common

This is the 15th annual Dragon Boat Festival, a popular fundraising event featuring teams of 20 paddlers, plus a drummer, racing for the fastest time in their divisions.  In addition, there will be a live DJ, awards ceremony, food and drink vendors, entertainment, and a Family Fun Zone, at additional costs. Spectator entrances are free!

Shadow Bay Celtic Festival

When: Saturday, April 29 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: RH Acres, 3833 Socastee Blvd, Myrtle Beach

Join them for their second festival! This festival will feature a variety of Celtic traditions and will include Highland games on the main field, live Celtic music, a bonfire, a fairy forest, blacksmith demonstrations, an artisan area, a handfasting ceremony, a Maypole dance, and more. Tickets are $12 in advance for adults ages 12 and older, and $6 for children ages 4 to 11. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate with cash.

Shows and Concerts

There are also a variety of shows and concerts taking place throughout Myrtle Beach in April. Enjoy exquisite costumes, songs and dances at Alabama Theatre, the home of the new ICONIC show!

Or, catch a live concert such as

• Nothing More: Spirits Tour 2023, Confirmed Line Up: Nothing More, Crown The Empire & Thousand Below at the House of Blues on April 1.
• The 5th Dimension, a vocal group that is recognized as the most prolific soul, R&B groups in musical history at Alabama Theatre on April 2.

• Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox: Life In The Past Lane Tour at House of Blues on April 7.
• Resurrection- A Journey Tribute, band members recreate the sights and sounds of a 1980’s Journey concert at The Carolina Opry Theatre on April 16.
• An Evening with Denise Tichenor, a global performer in the gospel industry for over 35 years at Alabama Theatre on April 16.
• Oak Ridge Boys, Front Porch Singin’ Tour, their four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a Number One Pop smash, earned them a Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM award. They will be performing at Alabama Theatre on April 22.
• Three Dog Night, a grammy-nominated band, in its 5th decade at Alabama Theatre on April 29.
• Johnny Mathis, legendary singer accompanied by a 25-piece orchestra with the classics at The Carolina Opry on April 30.

These are just some of the events going on around Myrtle Beach in April! Be sure to check out our Myrtle Beach Resort Deals page to save big on your spring stay.