Summer 2019 Live Music Guide: Top Free Events in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach pulses with live music nearly every night. While bars and restaurants offer consistent entertainment, summer 2019 features scheduled performances at premier outdoor venues, perfect for families and music lovers.
Downtown North Myrtle Beach
Head to downtown North Myrtle Beach for live bands on Main Street. After work or a beach day, enjoy restaurants, shopping, dancing, and music. Relax in your beach chair while golf carts park easily—Main Street closes from Ocean Boulevard to McMillan Real Estate, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Concert Location: Horseshoe, 1 WW South Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 p.m. Free admission. Bring a chair! More information.
2019 Music on Main Schedule:
- May 16 – Envision (Beach/Motown)
- May 23 – The Tim Clark Band (Variety)
- May 30 – Hip Pocket (Variety)
- June 6 – Painted Man (Variety)
- June 13 – The Entertainers (Beach)
- June 20 – Black Glass (70’s & 80’s Arena Rock)
- June 27 – The Blackwater Rhythm and Blues Band (Beach, Blues)
- July 4 – Tru Sol (Variety, Dance)
- July 11 – Jim Quick and Coastline (Variety)
- July 18 – Bullfrog Band (Classic, Modern Rock)
- July 25 – Too Much Sylvia (Variety)
- August 1 – Craig Sorrells Project (Classic Rock, Variety)
- August 8 – Silk Groove (Motown, Beach)
- August 15 – The Tonez (Variety)
- August 22 – Part Time Party Band (Beach, Variety)
- August 29 – Chocolate Chip (Top 40)
- September 5 – Chairmen of the Board (Beach)
- September 12 – Band on Fire (Variety)
- September 19 – The Embers (Beach)
- September 26 – NTranze (Variety, Dance)
Barefoot Landing
Experience live music outdoors at Barefoot Landing's Dockside Village Amphitheater every Friday and Saturday through May 25, 5:00–8:00 p.m. Bring blankets or lawn chairs for free shows before or after dining. Visit BFLanding.com for details.
North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex
The Sounds of Summer Concert Series offers family-friendly music under the stars at the amphitheater. Bring chairs or blankets; snacks available for purchase. No tobacco, coolers, or outside food/drinks.
Location: NMB Park & Sports Complex, Sandhills Bank Amphitheater, McLeod Seacoast Meadow (150 Citizens Circle, Little River, SC 29566). Fridays, 7:00–9:00 p.m. Free, all ages.
2019 Sounds of Summer Schedule:
- May 17 – Empire Strikes Brass (Brass, Rock)
- June 21 – Simply Tina (Tina Turner Tribute)
- July 19 – Andrew Thielen Band
- August 16 – The Tams (Beach)
- September 20 – Mr. Holland’s Oats (Hall & Oats Tribute)
Hot Summer Nights
From June 11 to September 2, Plyler Park and Myrtle Beach Boardwalk host free family entertainment nightly, 8:00–11:00 p.m. Enjoy live concerts, kids' carnival, karaoke, game shows, plus glitter tattoos, princesses, crafts, and more starting at 6:00 p.m. Stilt walkers and balloon artists on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays. MyrtleBeachDowntown.com.
- Monday: Kids Party – DJ Glow
- Tuesday: 8:00 p.m. – Pirates and Princesses
- Wednesday: Live Music – 8:00 p.m. Concert Bash featuring Boardwalk Elvis
- Thursday: Live Music – 8:00 p.m. Live Band Night
- Friday: Karaoke – 8:00 p.m. with backup singers and effects
- Saturday: 8:00 p.m. – Boardwalk Tropical Show
- Sunday: 6:00 p.m. – Family Game Show Night
House of Blues
Live music every Friday/Saturday on the outdoor deck at House of Blues Myrtle Beach. Sundays feature Gospel Brunch with buffet and live Gospel. HouseofBlues.com.
The Landing at the Boathouse
Sunday Funday features touring bands on the waterway stage starting at 5:00 p.m. Free, all ages until 8:00 p.m. (21+ after). Lawn seating; enjoy local craft beer. Inside local bands follow. LandingMB.com.
