Thanksgiving in Myrtle Beach, SC: Family Events, Turkey Trots, and Dining Specials
Note: This guide features 2018 Thanksgiving events and specials in Myrtle Beach. For the latest details, contact venues directly to confirm availability and pricing.
Thanksgiving is an ideal time for family reunions and getaways. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offers diverse accommodations, exciting events, and activities to celebrate the holiday season. Top Grand Strand restaurants provide Thanksgiving Day specials, eliminating the need to cook. Weekend events ensure entertainment beyond turkey leftovers.
Thanksgiving Weekend Events
49th Annual South Carolina Bluegrass Festival
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach
November 22 - 24, 2018
12 to 10:30 p.m., Daily
Enjoy over 20 artists. General admission tickets start at $40 per day for adults. For more information, visit www.adamsbluegrass.com.
9th Annual Surfside Rotary Turkey Trot
Surfside Pier
Surfside Drive and Ocean Boulevard, Surfside Beach
November 22, 2018
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
One of the area's largest races with over 1,200 runners benefiting the Surfside Beach Rotary Club. Choose 10K, 5K, or 1-mile options. Visit www.mbturkeytrot.com.
11th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot
Valor Park at The Market Common
1150 Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach
November 22, 2018
8 to 10:30 a.m.
Starts and finishes at scenic Valor Park, benefiting the Myrtle Beach Humane Society. Free kids' tot trot. Register for 10K, 5K, or 1-mile. Call (843) 267-7443.
34th Annual Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
Intracoastal Waterway from Little River to Dock Holidays Marina
November 24, 2018
5 to 7 p.m.
Watch this spectacular holiday boat parade. Family-friendly viewing spots along the waterway. Visit www.christmasregatta.com.
Thanksgiving Day Dining Specials
Hard Rock Cafe
Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach
12 to 8 p.m.
Ages 11+ $27.95 pp / Ages 4-10 $12.95 pp. Plus tax and gratuity. Ages 3 & younger free. Reserve at 843-946-0007 Ext. 208.
Marina Inn at Grande Dunes, Nautilus Ballroom
8121 Amalfi Place, Myrtle Beach
11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults: $39 / Ages 4-12: $15 / Ages 3 & Under: Free. Plus tax and gratuity. Call 843-913-2858 for reservations.
Thoroughbreds Chophouse & Seafood Grille
9706 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Annual Thanksgiving buffet. Reserve at (843) 497-2636.
Hook & Barrel
8014 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
$38 per person, $16 for children 12 and under. Call 843-839-5888 or reserve online: https://hookandbarrelrestaurant.com/reservations/.
Prince Resort at the Cherry Grove Pier
3500 North Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach
1 to 4 p.m.
Traditional buffet: Adults $24, Children 4-7 $14, 3 & under free (plus tax/gratuity). Call (844) 496-6231.
Just Off Main at Avista Resort
300 North Ocean Blvd., North Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults $25, Children 6-9 $12.50, under 5 free (plus tax/gratuity). Call (844) 698-8093.
Shoreline Cafe at Grande Shores Ocean Resort
201 77th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach
4 to 9 p.m.
Adults $16.99, Children 6-11 $9.99, 5 & under free (plus tax/gratuity). Call (844) 512-7082.
California Dreaming – Surfside
2657 Beaver Run Blvd., Surfside Beach
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
$19.95 adults/10+, $9.95 under 10. Call (843) 215-5255.
California Dreaming – Myrtle Beach
10429 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
$19.95 adults/10+, $9.95 under 10. Call 843-663-2050.
Chestnut Hill
9922 Hwy. 17 North, Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
$34.95 adults, $29.95 seniors/teens, $15.95 children 4-10, free under 3. Call (843) 449-3984.
Gulfstream Café
1536 Waccamaw Dr., Garden City
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
$19.95 adults/10+, $9.95 under 10. Call (843) 651-8808.
House of Blues
4640 Highway 17 S., North Myrtle Beach
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
$37 adults, $18.50 children 4-10, free under 3. Call (843) 913-3746.
Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse
2920 Hollywood Drive, Myrtle Beach
Opens at 12 p.m.
$29.95 per person. Call (843) 839-0777.
Wild Wing Cafe
4706 Hwy 17 S. North Myrtle Beach
11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$25.95 adults, $10.95 children 10 & under. Call (843) 361-9464.
The Caravelle Resort – St. Johns
6900 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
$23 adults, $12 children 4-11, free under 3 (includes tea/soda, tax/tip). Open seating. Call (843) 918-7082.
Beach Colony Resort - The Ocean Cafe
5308 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach
$22 adults, $11 children 4-11, free under 3 (includes select beverages, tax/tip). Open seating. Call (843) 449-4010 ext. 0.
Landmark Resort – The Gazebo Restaurant
1501 Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach
$19.95 adults, $9.95 children 4-11, free under 3 (includes tea). Open seating. Call (843) 448-9441.
Ocean Creek Resort – Four Seasons Restaurant
16000 North Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
Seatings: 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
$28.95 adults, $14.95 children 12 & under (beverages included, tax/gratuity extra). Call 843-272-7724 ext. 1010.
Sea Watch Resort - Captain's Cove Restaurant
161 Seawatch Dr., Myrtle Beach
Seatings: 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m.
$26.99 adults, $13.99 children 4-12, free under 3 (beverages included, seniors 10% off, tax/tip extra). Call (843) 918-0000.
Don't miss Black Friday shopping deals along the Grand Strand. Stay tuned for our holiday weekend shopping guide!
