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Myrtle Beach 4th of July Events

06/26/2023

If you plan to visit this Independence Day, save room on your bucket list for some of these exciting Myrtle Beach 4th of July Events. Enjoy explosive fireworks, unique parades, and more when you vacation with Sea Crest in Myrtle Beach. Check out some of the top Myrtle Beach 4th of July Events happening this holiday:

Murrells Inlet Boat Parade

The best waterfront dining area on the Grand Strand is also home to the Murrells Inlet Boat Parade, one of the most popular Myrtle Beach 4th of July events. The annual parade will start at 6 pm on July 4. Boats will be decorated in this year’s theme, Made in the USA

Salute from the Shore

Join thousands of other spectators throughout the state for Salute from the Shore, a 4th of July tradition in Myrtle Beach. Around 1 pm, two F-16s and a C-17 will fly over the Grand Strand. Will they be able to see your red, white, and blue celebrations from above? Salute the pilots and share your photos with the organization! 

Pawleys Island 4th of July Parade

One of the most unique 4th of July events in Myrtle Beach is the Pawleys Island 4th of July Parade. While most parades feature solely vehicles, golf carts, or boats, the floats in the Pawleys Island parade can be anything that functions as one! 

Surfside Beach 4th of July Celebration

Head to Surfside Beach on 4th of July for an evening of food trucks, live music, and more fun activities at Memorial Park. Live music by The Catalinas. Celebrate 4th of July at “The Family Beach”! 

Viewing fireworks is one of the top Myrtle Beach 4th of July Events

Myrtle Beach Fireworks

  • Murrells Inlet MarshWalk

Stick around after the Boat Parade for the fireworks show at the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk. Fireworks will begin at 10 pm. 

  • Barefoot Landing

Grab a late dinner and find a spot to watch the fireworks at Barefoot Landing on 4th of July. Sparks fly at 10 pm! 

  • Cherry Grove Pier

The annual Cherry Grove Pier fireworks will take place again this year on 4th of July at 9:90 pm. Bring a blanket or chair to watch from the beach. 

  • Downtown Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Watch the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk fireworks from anywhere in downtown Myrtle Beach on July 4th. Fireworks usually start around 10 pm. 

  • Broadway at the Beach

Head to Broadway at the Beach early to take advantage of the world class shopping and dining before the fireworks at 10 pm on July 4. 

A Fourth of July Vacation in Myrtle Beach

Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort boasts family-friendly on-site amenities including nine pools, a children’s water park with water slides, an oceanfront bar, a coffee shop and more. Ready to experience a Myrtle Beach fourth of July? Browse our oceanfront suites and efficiencies located in the heart of the Grand Strand.