12 Days of Christmas, Day 11: Top Live Christmas Shows at Myrtle Beach Theaters
Nothing captures the magic of Christmas at the beach like a live show at one of Myrtle Beach's award-winning theaters. After facing challenges in recent years, these venues are thriving with enhanced safety protocols including reduced capacity, masking, rigorous cleaning, social distancing, and abundant holiday cheer. Here are standout holiday productions:
The Christmas Show of the South
At The Carolina Opry (8901 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach), the festivities begin in the breathtaking lobby adorned with over 35 Christmas trees and 5 miles of lights. Now in its 35th year, this fan-favorite features stellar performers like Delvin Choice (from NBC’s The Voice), Rory John Zak, Tangena Church, Brad Long, and the energetic All That! clogging group. Originally running through January 6, 2021 (check current dates), tickets start at $42. Visit TheCarolinaOpry.com for details and tickets.
The South’s Grandest Christmas Show
The Alabama Theatre (4750 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach) delivers holiday classics and modern hits by an all-star cast, including musician Greg Rowles. Expect dazzling dances, decorations, and laughs from new addition Slim Chance, the comedic juggler. Families love this annual tradition (originally through January 2, 2021; verify schedules), with tickets from $43. Alabama-Theatre.com.
Christmas at Pirate’s Voyage Dinner & Show
Pirate’s Voyage (8907 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach) reimagines A Christmas Carol with a swashbuckling twist aboard the high seas of Buccaneer Bay. Meet grumpy Captain Scrooge and Bob Cratchit in a journey through Christmases past, present, and future, paired with a four-course feast, acrobatics, high dives, live animals, and comedy. Select dates through December (confirm availability). PiratesVoyage.com.




