Top Myrtle Beach Holiday Photo Spots: Capture Magical Christmas Memories
The holiday season is all about creating lasting memories. Myrtle Beach boasts idyllic locations to capture cherished Christmas moments with your family. Across the Grand Strand, discover magnificent Christmas trees, festive decorations, and dazzling light displays—perfect for stunning holiday photos.
Broadway at the Beach
Broadway at the Beach features spectacular new Christmas decorations throughout its 350-acre shopping and entertainment complex. Admire beautiful ornaments, twinkling lights, clusters of trees, and a towering 56-foot lit Sequoia tree with 580 branches illuminated by 14,500 RGB LED lights. Catch the synchronized music and light show—lasting over six minutes—every 30 minutes from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. (last show at 9 p.m.). Between shows, the tree cycles through vibrant color-changing effects. Make a day of holiday shopping and snap unforgettable photos!
Boardwalk
Myrtle Beach's iconic Boardwalk glows with colorful lighting displays. The SkyWheel, of course, is always beautifully illuminated, offering prime photo backdrops.
Market Common
This upscale shopping and entertainment district exudes city charm, beautifully adorned for the holidays with sleighs and decorations accenting the stores. Near the movie theater, pose by a massive tree and drop letters to Santa in the North Pole mailbox.
North Myrtle Beach Christmas Light Show
Experience over 2 million festive lights along a 1.5-mile drive-through at the Great Christmas Light Show in North Myrtle Beach. Afterward, visit Santa’s Village for the Santa Express Train, tubing, ice skating, a petting zoo, and photos with Santa—plenty of picturesque spots throughout.
Nights of a Thousand Candles
At Brookgreen Gardens, Nights of a Thousand Candles enchants with 4,500 hand-lit candles, sparkling lights, carolers, and festive entertainment. Honored with the Charles A. Bundy Award for Excellence in Tourism from the South Carolina Parks and Recreation Department and named "Best Christmas Lights in South Carolina" by Travel+Leisure Magazine. Arrive before sunset for scenic photos with a golden backdrop, then revel in the magical evening light display.
Theater Lobbies
A pro tip from locals: Visit the stunning theater lobbies in Myrtle Beach. Carolina Opry and Alabama Theatre boast gorgeous holiday decorations throughout, and guests are welcome to stop by for photos.
