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Local Calendar of Events Festivals Parades Celebrations Annual Events - Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events

PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Each Friday from 6pm-Midnight, children ages 1-12 are invited to enjoy a Pizza Party, games, and the latest "G" movie release. Kids have fun while parents get a night out! Reservations not required, but recommended.
Venue:	The Kid Center 3936 Hwy 17 S. North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Date:	May 09, 2008
Time:	6pm-Midnight
Web:	http://www.thekidcenter.com
Email:	thekidcenter@gmail.com
myrtle beach TV team capturing the Strand in HD
Spring is in full swing and the myrtle beach TV team has some surprises for 2008. The production team is back in the studio and unveiling new clips daily and weekly. Wave when you see them!
Venue:	HD Webcast
Date:	May 10, 2008
Time:	24/7/365
Web:	http://www.myrtlebeachtv.com
9th Annual Dixie Chicken Funament
Harbourgate Marina will host the 9th Annual Dixie Chicken "Funament" a multi species fishing tournament and fundraising event during Memorial Day Weekend, May 23rd through May 25th. The tournament, sponsored in part by Damon’s Restaurant and the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, attracts fishermen from across the country, and features cash and prizes totaling approximately $50,000. In addition to the "Funament" itself, the weekend will play host to several functions including the Fifth Annual Flounder Frenzie scheduled for May 24.
Date:	May 23, 2008
Email:	principles@marketingstrategiesinc.com
	Memorial Day Weekend (May 23-25). For more information call (843) 249-1637.
2008 SB Cup Golf Tournament
Please attend the 7th Annual SB Cup presented by Rohlen.com. 3 Night / 3 Rounds, Prizes, Awards Cookout and more . . . May 29 - June 1 . . .
Date:	May 29, 2008
Time:	12:00 PM
Web:	http://www.rohlen.com
Email:	brad@rohlen.com
	Log onto http://www.rohlen.com for all the details. JOIN US THIS YEAR ! ! !
Hanson at House of Blues
Come check out Hanson on May 6th, with MySpace Records star Kate Voegele and Steven Kellogg.
Venue:	House of Blues
Date:	June 05, 2008
Time:	8:00 PM
Web:	http://www.hanson.net
Ripley’s Talk Like a Pirate Contest
This summer, Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach, S.C. will celebrate the vernacular of the high seas with its first ever Ripley’s Talk Like A Pirate Contest on Saturday, June 7. Being a pirate was mostly a man’s lot during 1650-1730, the heyday of piracy. However, this summer Ripley’s will be welcoming buccaneer wannabees of all sizes and persuasions with the winners taking home a boatload of booty. Pirates will compete in three categories, kids 14 and under, men and women, with each offering a total of $600 in cash and prizes. Contact Tim O’Brien at Obrien@ripleys.com for more information.
Venue:	Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, S.C. at Broadway at the Beach
Date:	July 06, 2008
Time:	3 p.m.
Web:	http://www.ripleysquarium.com
Email:	Obrien@ripleys.com
Vacation Bible School
Where Faith conquers fear and all doubts are "Cast Away" - Classes for all ages infants to adults
Venue:	Myrtle Beach Church of Christ; 4500 Wild Iris Dr.; Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Date:	August 04, 2008
Time:	6:45pm-8:15pm
Web:	http://myrtlebeachchurchofchrist.org
Email:	office@myrtlebeachchurchofchrist.org
	The theme of this years Vacation Bible School is "Where Faith Conquers Fear and All Doubts are 'Cast Away'" August 4th-8th Classes for all ages (infants to adults) Come join the fun!
Harley Davidson Myrtle Beach Spring Rally
Direct from Daytona Bike Week 2008 - Bikeweek.com's Street Team is heading to Myrtle Beach for the spring rally to bring you the same daily coverage of events & parties. Find the Street Team for cool, free stuff.
Date:	August 09, 2008
Web:	http://Bikeweek.com
Email:	mj@getenthused.com
	We have 100's of event photos from every big party and event at Daytona Bike Week 2008! We will have video and photo teams on the streets every day during the Myrtle Rally!

All businesses and local organizations are encouraged to submit events to the Myrtle Beach Calendar. Upon approval by one of our staff, we'll publish community events at no cost.

Myrtle Beach Events & Happenings Around the Grand Strand

There are so many events, activities, parades, celebrations, and festivals happening in Myrtle Beach and the greater Grand Strand area that even locals have trouble keeping up with all the fun things to do each week.

To your left you'll find all the current Myrtle Beach events and latest happenings along the Grand Strand of South Carolina that were either entered by our staff or submitted by other local businesses and organizations.

Note that the

graphic by an event on the left means myrtle beach TV is planning to film there.

Where they have been provided, you'll find phone numbers, email addresses and web sites related to the events on the calendar to help you find more detailed information about each of the listings.

If you are a local business or organization, you're encouraged to add events by using the link at the bottom of the calendar.

In addition to the current list of events, below you'll find a monthly summary or overview of the recurring annual events happening on the Grand Strand.

So before you plan your vacation, be sure to check the month of your visit, so you can join the locals and other visitors at these fun celebrations.

Planning your family vacation and bringing along the kids? Check out some of the area's top children's activities and get some ideas on what to do with the kids during your vacation to Myrtle Beach.

Annual Events, Festivals & Parades

January Events
Lifestyles Expo
Grand Strand Boat Show
Mid-Winter Shag Classic

February Events
Myrtle Beach Marathon
Mardi Gras Myrtle Beach Festival

March Events
National Shagdance Championships
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival
Canadian American Days

April Events
Grand Strand Fishing Rodeo
SOS Spring Safari
Spring Games & Kite Flying Contest
Rivertown Jazz & Blues Festival Events

May Events
Mayfest on Main Street
Harley Davidson Myrtle Beach Spring Rally
Little River Blue Crab Festival
Atlantic Beach Bikefest

June Events
Harborwalk Festival
Sun Fun Festival
Art in the Park

July Events
North Myrtle Beach July Fourth Celebration
Murrells Inlet 4th of July Boat Parade
City of Myrtle Beach Independence Day Celebration
Surfside Beach July Fourth Celebration

August Events
DuPont World Amateur Handicap Golf Tournament
Craftsman's Classic Arts and Crafts Festival

September Events
Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival
Paws Across the Water Duck Race
St. John's Greek Festival
Oktoberfest in Little River
Pawley's Island Festival of Music and Art
Sara's Beach Walk
Italian Festival
SOS Fall Migration

October Events
Shrimp & Jazz Festival, Little River
Loris Bog-Off
Carolina Heritage Festival and Beach Party
Myrtle Beach Fall Motorcycle Rally
Oktoberfest German Festival
South Carolina International Chili Cook-Off

November Events
Dickens Christmas Show and Festival
South Carolina Bluegrass Festival
Intracoastal Christmas Regatta

December Events
Beach Ball Classic
Myrtle Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony
Surfside Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony
Georgetown Christmas Parade
North Myrtle Beach Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Festival of Trees

Hotels that Allows Pets

If you're looking for pet-friendly hotels in Myrtle Beach, Staybridge Suites offers a choice of three types of spacious accommodations: a studio, one bedroom, and a two bedroom/two bath, and welcome your pet as part of the family. All suites feature fully-equipped kitchens, including microwave, coffee maker, and and apartment-sized refrigerator with icemaker.

Helpful Local Information

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Recent photos around the Grand Strand

Neculai Family at Broadway at the Beach

Little River docks

Grand Strand Junior Womens Club at CASA fundraiser event

Victory over Violence fundraiser event

The Market Common opens

PF Changs opens at Market Common

Chamber BAH at Brentwood Restaurant