Memorial Day Weekend in Myrtle Beach: Parades, Races, Cookouts, and Ceremonies
Memorial Day weekend signals the unofficial start of summer for most Americans, with barbecues, baseball, and beach days leading the way. In the Myrtle Beach area, we're celebrating in style with a packed lineup of events honoring our military heroes and kicking off the season.
The City of Myrtle Beach hosts its annual Memorial Day Parade on May 24, traveling from 27th Avenue North to Ninth Avenue North along Ocean Boulevard. This year's grand marshal is former talk show host and military veteran Montel Williams.
For runners, the popular Dirty Myrtle Mud Run returns to Waterbridge in Carolina Forest on May 24 at 9 a.m. Expect to get wet, muddy, and have a blast—perfect for adventure seekers.
On May 25, Brookgreen Gardens offers a scenic 5K race at 6:30 p.m., winding through the stunning gardens at dusk—an ideal blend of fitness and beauty.
That same day, Surfside Beach hosts a community Memorial Day cookout at the Surfside Beach Pier from 4 to 8 p.m., featuring classic favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs.
The City of Myrtle Beach concludes the weekend with a Memorial Day ceremony at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center on May 26 at 11 a.m., followed by a screening of the documentary “Lions in Blue & Gray: Joshua Chamberlain and Stonewall Jackson” at the Grand 14 Theatre in The Market Common.
With favorable weather forecast and 60 miles of pristine beaches, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy. Happy Memorial Day, and welcome to summer!
