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Myrtle Beach Memorial Day Weekend 2018: Parades, Picnics, and Veteran Honors

Myrtle Beach Memorial Day Weekend 2018: Parades, Picnics, and Veteran Honors

In Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer. Local schools are out, temperatures hover in the 80s, and it's prime time for beach picnics and water adventures. Planning a visit? Don't miss these highlights:

Military Appreciation Days Parade and Family Picnic
Saturday, May 26, 2018

Myrtle Beach's Military Appreciation Days in May feature parades, exhibits, and more. Catch the parade at 10:30 a.m. along Howard Avenue and Farrow Parkway at The Market Common. Grand Marshal: U.S. Army Reserve Capt. and 2016 Miss USA Deshauna Barber. Follow with a free Family Picnic at Grand Park, featuring lunch by Omar Shriners Chefs and live music from the Andrew Thielen Big Band. Sponsored by the City of Myrtle Beach, PGBA, LLC, and Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Details: 843-918-1014.

Atlantic Beach Memorial Day Bikefest
Friday, May 25–Monday, May 28, 2018

This popular Bikefest runs all weekend, with a 23-mile traffic loop from 10 p.m. Friday–Sunday until 2 a.m.: 29th Avenue North & Ocean Blvd south to Kings Hwy, up Harrelson Blvd to U.S. Hwy 501, north on S.C. 31, south on George Bishop Pkwy back to start. Plan for traffic.

Surfside Beach Memorial Day Golf Cart Parade
Sunday, May 27, 2018

Join the festive parade from 1–2 p.m. south on Ocean Boulevard. Contact: Debbie Ellis at 843-640-9548 or dellis@surfsidebeach.org.

Surfside Beach Memorial Day Cookout
Sunday, May 27, 2018

A local favorite at Surfside Drive & Yaupon Drive from 4–8 p.m., with live music by Sea Cruz. Sponsored by the Town of Surfside Beach. Contact: Debbie Ellis at 843-650-9548 or dellis@surfsidebeach.org.

Veterans March
Monday, May 28, 2018

Starts 9 a.m. on Ocean Boulevard—no floats or vehicles except for mobility needs. Organized by Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapter. Visit www.MilitaryAppreciationDays.com.

Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
Monday, May 28, 2018

11 a.m. at Myrtle Beach Convention Center: speakers, Missing Man Table, honor guard. Open to public. www.MilitaryAppreciationDays.com.

Surfside Beach Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 28, 2018

2:30–3:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial, honoring veterans and families.

Welcome to Myrtle Beach for a memorable holiday weekend!

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