Myrtle Beach Fall Festivals
A pumpkin underneath a fishing pier on the beach. September through October is the ideal time for a family getaway to Myrtle Beach. With temperatures ranging from 75º F to 80º F, it's perfect for soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the area's fall festivals. At Dunes Village Resort, you'll be ideally situated to immerse yourself in these exciting seasonal events. Experience the top fall festivals in Myrtle Beach with this comprehensive list:

Fall Festivals in Myrtle Beach in September

I Love Seafood Fest

September 13 and 14, 2024 | Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place, Myrtle Beach  I Love Seafood Fest is a festival honoring all things seafood in Myrtle Beach. Local restaurants, food vendors, and food trucks gather at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place in Myrtle Beach to provide fresh local seafood delicacies in celebration of the flavors of the coast. Join locals and vacationers for this festival September 13 and 14, 2024 at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place for two days of delicious seafood, live music, and good company.

Aynor Harvest HoeDown Festival

September 21, 2024 | Downtown Aynor, South Carolina  The Aynor Harvest HoeDown Festival is a fall festival near Myrtle Beach celebrating its 43rd year on September 21, 2024. Join the town of Aynor for a parade at 10 am to kick off a day of fall festivities, from live music and festival food vendors to an antique car show and fall activities for kids.

Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival

September 27 – 29, 2024 | Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet This annual fall festival near Myrtle Beach is a weekend-long celebration of artisans in all disciplines. The Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival features artisans specializing in pottery, jewelry, woodwork and metal work, basketry, painting, and more. Visit this fall festival located in the beautiful Huntington Beach State Park, just 22 miles from Dunes Village Resort in Myrtle Beach.

Irish Italian International Festival

September 28, 2024 | Main St., North Myrtle Beach The 20th annual Irish Italian International Festival will take place on September 28, 2024. Enjoy authentic Irish and Italian dishes, live musical performances, and craft vendors at this Myrtle Beach fall festival. Festival admission is free, and parking is free on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. 

Fall Festivals in Myrtle Beach in October

Sarvis House Family Fall Fest

October 5, 2024 | Sarvis House, Socastee  Join the Socastee Heritage Foundation for their annual Sarvis House Family Fall Fest on October 5, 2024. This free event near Myrtle Beach features over 60 vendors, food and drinks, live music and entertainment, face painting, hay rides, inflatables, games, characters, a costume contest, a pumpkin patch, and trunk or treating. 

Fall Bike Week 2024

September 30 – October 6, 2024 | Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach Fall Bike Week officially begins September 30 and welcomes bikers from up and down the coast to the Grand Strand. Many local businesses participate in events and specials throughout the week, and bikers ride through Myrtle Beach to enjoy the hint of fall weather in the air. Come experience the excitement of Fall Bike Week in Myrtle Beach! 

Art in the Park

October 7-8, 2024 | Valor Park at Market Common, Myrtle Beach  Art in the Park is an outdoor show and sale hosted by Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild, one of several events annually. These weekend-long festivals in Myrtle Beach feature a variety of local artists and artisans with art and merchandise for sale. Admission to Art in the Park is free, with hours from 10 am to 4 pm both Saturday and Sunday.

Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon and Coastal 5K

October 12, 2024 | From 8th Ave. N to Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Two races will take place on October 12 in Myrtle Beach: the Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon and the Myrtle Beach Coastal 5K. Both races offer a well-maintained course and treat racers to stunning views of the coast as they finish the race at Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. 

Little River ShrimpFest

October 12 and 13, 2024 | Little River, South Carolina  Little River ShrimpFest is one of the most popular fall festivals in all of South Carolina, located less than half an hour from our Myrtle Beach hotel. Join Little River for two days of shrimp-centric dishes and other seafood delights, made from local and fresh-caught seafood, plus land-loving dishes and more. Bring the family for food, fun, and fall festivities from 9 am to 5 pm all weekend long.

Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival

October 18 – 20, 2024 | Charlie’s Place, Myrtle Beach  The Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival is a dream come true for music lovers. This family friendly fall event in Myrtle Beach offers live music, local and regional jazz performers, and more. Enjoy the sounds of classic and modern jazz during this two-day fall festival in Myrtle Beach, a can’t-miss event when you visit the Grand Strand this fall.

Myrtle Beach Halloween BOOnanza

October 26, 2024 | North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex, Little River This year’s Myrtle Beach Halloween BOOnanza in Little River promises games, fun inflatables, magic shows, marshmallow roasting, trick or treating, and more. Admission to this October event near Myrtle Beach is $5 for everyone age 3 and up, free for kids under 3. 

Fall Festivals in Myrtle Beach in November

Brew at the Zoo

2024 Date TBD | Brookgreen Gardens and Lowcountry Zoo, Murrells Inlet This fall fest near Myrtle Beach is for adults only. Brookgreen Gardens hosts their annual Brew at the Zoo event that features incredible local brews and a chance to enjoy Lowcountry Zoo! Tickets will go on sale soon, and Brookgreen Gardens offers a special discount for Designated Drivers. 

Mythical & Medieval Fest

November 9 – 10 + 16 – 17, 2024 | RH Acres, Myrtle Beach  We’re going back to the Renaissance for two weekends during this fall festival in Myrtle Beach. The Mythical & Medieval Fest will take place November 9 – 10 and November 16 – 17, 2024.  Located at RH Acres in Myrtle Beach, you’ll be immersed in medieval battles, forest fairies, and fun food from the past, all at the Mythical and Medieval Fest. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids 4-11.

Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals

November 7 – 10, 2024| Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Myrtle Beach  The annual Dickens Christmas Show is a holiday tradition in Myrtle Beach. Shop from talented vendors, indulge in delicious food, enjoy live entertainment, and meet Santa! Single day tickets for adults are $12, multi-day tickets are $15. These prices are higher at the door – reserve your tickets in advance!After a day of live entertainment, shopping, and delicious food, what better place to land than an oceanfront resort? When you book a fall stay at Dunes Village Resort, you’ll be just minutes from the best fall festivals in Myrtle Beach.