Myrtle Beach in April (2024)


Myrtle Beach in April is becoming busier, but the crowds of the summer vacation season for the most part have yet to arrive. The earlier parts of the month are typically quieter, with visitor numbers rising during the spring break period.

April weather in Myrtle Beach is usually very good, with many sunny and warm days, and although the water isn’t warm enough yet for extended swims, hotter days can still be just right for other beach activities.

Myrtle Beach events in April usually include the Horry County Fair toward the end of the month, the Socastee Heritage Festival, and the Coastal Highland Games. April generally also offers Easter events (when the holiday falls this month), food festivals, spring arts events, and the beginnings of some of Myrtle Beach’s outdoor concert series.

There are many other things to do in Myrtle Beach in April, including watersports, or kayak tours, or boat excursions, hiking in local state parks, golfing, shopping, museums, wildlife attractions, the nearby Brookgreen Gardens, and the area’s other varied attractions.

See also:
Concerts in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach’s annual festival calendar
Boat tours of the Waccamaw River and Waccamaw NWR
How to get to Charleston from Myrtle Beach

!Event dates, venue and other details can change at short notice. Please check all information at the official website before making plans to attend an event.

Recurring Events In April

– The Carolina Opry, selected evenings, February 1 - October 26 2024
Variety show at The Carolina Opry Theater. More details

– Time Warp, selected evenings, February 2 - October 25 2024
Tribute show at The Carolina Opry Theater. More details

– Iconic, February 8 - October 25 2024
Variety show at the Alabama Theatre. More details

– Original Motown Tribute Show, selected evenings, February 10 - October 30 2024
At GTS Theatre. More details

– Elton John Tribute Show, Tuesdays, February 13 - October 29 2024
At GTS Theatre. More details

– Magic and Comedy Show Starring Michael Bairefoot, Thursdays, February 15 - October 24 2024
At GTS Theatre. More details

– Spring Legends in Concert, March 1 - May 25 2024
Tribute show at the Legends in Concert Theatre at Broadway at the Beach. More details

– Charles Bach Wonders!, March 14 - December 31 2024
Magic show at the Charles Bach Wonders Theatre. More details

– Sound Tracks of Soul Show, Fridays, March 29 - December 27 2024
At GTS Theatre. More details

– Surfside Beach Farmers Market, Tuesdays, April 2 - October 29 2024
At the corner of Surfside Driveand Willow Drive North. More details

– North Myrtle Beach Farmers Market, Fridays, April 5 - October 25 2024
At 925 1st Avenue S, North Myrtle Beach. More details

– Downtown Conway Farmers Market, Saturdays, April 6 - October 26 2024
Under the Main Street Bridge, Conway. More details

– Valor Park Farmers Market, Saturdays, April 6 - October 26 2024
At The Market Common. More details

Events From April 1 To The Weekend Of April 6-7 2024

See March events

– Prince George Tour of Historic Plantations & Homes, April 5-6 2024
Annual tours of historic properties in the Myrtle Beach area, plus oyster roast, afternoon tea and bazaar and bake sale. More details

– Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival, April 5-7 2024
Annual food truck festival at the Old Myrtle Beach Mall Site. More details

– Oak Ridge Boys, American Made Farewell Tour, April 6 2024
Concert at Alabama Theatre. More details

– Dionne Warwick, April 7 2024
Concert at The Carolina Opry. More details

– Summer Concert Series: Tyler Farr, April 7 2024
Concert series at the Landing at the Boathouse. More details

Events From April 8 To The Weekend Of, April 13-14 2024

– KidzTime Festival, April 13 2024
Free family festival at Broadway at the Beach, with children’s activities, vendors and more. More details

– MarshWalk Masters Tournament, April 13 2024
Minigolf tournament at the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk. More details

– The Platters, The Coasters And The Drifters, April 13 2024
Concert at Alabama Theatre. More details

– Summer Concert Series: Tropidelic, April 14 2024
Concert series at the Landing at the Boathouse. More details

Events From April 15 To The Weekend Of April 20-21 2024

– Monday After the Masters, April 15 2024
Annual celebrity golf tournament to benefit children’s educational and golf programs. More details

– SOS Spring Safari, April 18-29 2024
Annual shag dancing event at the Ocean Drive Beach Resort. More details

– Small Town, Big Show, April 20 2024
Car, truck and motorcycle show in downtown Loris. More details

– Spring Taste of the Market Common, April 20 2024
Annual food festival at The Market Common featuring food from nearby restaurants. More details

– The Brothers Doobie & Journey Tribute, April 20 2024
Tribute concert at Alabama Theatre. More details

– Art in the Park, April 20-21 2024
Art fair of the Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild, at Valor Park, The Market Common. More details

– Summer Concert Series: The Vegabonds, April 21 2024
Concert series at the Landing at the Boathouse. More details

– The Edwards Twins, April 21 2024
Impersonator performance at Alabama Theatre. More details

– Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA, April 21 2024
Tribute concert at The Carolina Opry. More details

Events From April 22 To The Weekend Of April 27-28 2024

– SOS Spring Safari, April 18-29 2024
Annual shag dancing event at the Ocean Drive Beach Resort. More details

– Myrtle Beach International Film Festival, April 23-27 2024
Annual film festival at The Market Common, with screenings, forums and food and other events. More details

– Georgetown Bridge 2 Bridge Run, April 27 2024
Annual half marathon, 12K and 5K races through historic downtown Georgetown. More details

– Dragon Boat Festival, April 27 2024
Annual dragon boat races at Grand Park at The Market Common, to benefit faith-based charity Ground Zero. More details

– Shadow Bay Celtic Festival, April 27 2024
Celtic and Norse-themed festival at RH Acres, Socastee, with Celtic music, Highland games, vendors, artisanal demonstrations, Maypole dance and more. Event benefits Caleb’s Dragonfly Dreams, which provides activities for children who live in group homes or shelters. More details

– Socastee Heritage Festival, April 27 2024
Free annual family festival of the Socastee Heritage Foundation, with arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities and more. More details

– Flounder Tournament, April 27 2024
Annual fishing tournament in Murrells Inlet in association with the Grand Strand Salt Water Anglers, to benefit the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Reef Program’s work to develop artificial reefs, and other local programs. More details

– Josh Turner, April 27 2024
Concert at Alabama Theatre. More details

– George Thorogood & The Destroyers, April 27 2024
Concert at The Carolina Opry. More details

– Brookgreen Gardens Art Festival, April 27-28 2024
Annual arts festival at Brookgreen Gardens featuring artists from the South and across the country. More details

– Summer Concert Series: Julio and the Saltines, April 28 2024
Concert series at the Landing at the Boathouse. More details

Events From April 29 To The Weekend Of May 4-5 2024

– SOS Spring Safari, April 18-29 2024
Annual shag dancing event at the Ocean Drive Beach Resort. More details

– Ocean Drive Beach Music Festival, May 4 2024
Annual beach music festival in North Myrtle Beach. More details

– Three Dog Night, May 4 2024
Concert at Alabama Theatre. More details

– Beachtown Throwdown, May 4-5 2024
CrossFit competition at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium. More details

– Summer Concert Series: Afroman, May 5 2024
Concert series at the Landing at the Boathouse. More details

→ See May events


Myrtle Beach in April (2024)

FAQs

Is April a good month to go to Myrtle Beach? ›

Myrtle Beach Spring (March – May)

The temperatures are quite agreeable, with daily averages in the 60's-70's and the forecast typically includes a mix of sunny days and some spring showers. Spring is a popular time of year for spring break vacations, Easter weekend getaways, and our St Patrick's Day celebrations.

Is it warm enough to swim in Myrtle Beach in April? ›

Myrtle Beach Average Temperatures in April

The average water temperature is around 62ºF, which is too cold for all but the bravest souls to take a dip.

Is Myrtle Beach Boardwalk open in April? ›

The boardwalk is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for visitors to enjoy year-round!

Are outdoor pools open in Myrtle Beach in April? ›

Our indoor pools are open all year. Our outdoor pools do close from October 31st – March 2nd. Is your water park and splash area open year-round? The water park and splash area closes from October 31st – March 2nd.

How should I dress for Myrtle Beach in April? ›

The clothing

Spring temperatures in Myrtle Beach can vary from day to night, so be sure to pack some light layers. Spring in Myrtle Beach is popular for its pleasant weather, but you might need to pack a thin rain jacket and an umbrella if the forecast predicts a chance of showers.

Is Myrtle Beach a spring break destination? ›

I'm often asked if Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a good choice for spring break travelers. The answer is yes! Our area is a very popular spring break destination for families with school-aged children.

Is Myrtle Beach water blue? ›

A lack of recent storms has allowed the sediment in the water to settle on the bottom, making the color of the ocean to be blue. Ocean water naturally appears blue because the water absorbs red light waves while blue light waves bounces off the water, according to AccuWeather senior meteorologist Tom Kine.

What's happening in Myrtle Beach in April 2024? ›

April 5-7, 2024

Always popular, the free Myrtle Beach Food Festival weekend will again be held at the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place in downtown Myrtle Beach. Food trucks will be parked and ready to sell their specialties, along with beer and wine vendors, a kids zone, and live music.

Can you see dolphins in Myrtle Beach in April? ›

Typically, dolphins are most active in this area in the fall, usually around October or November. You might also see dolphins in March or April, since the animals tend to head back up north during this time. When you book your Myrtle Beach dolphin tour, we'd recommend hitting the water as early as possible.

Is it better to stay in Myrtle Beach or North Myrtle Beach? ›

Many people also say that North Myrtle Beach is more of a family-oriented vacation spot, whereas Myrtle Beach is a bit more of a “party” atmosphere, but really it is what you make of it. The nightclubs and hangout spots are all located in Myrtle Beach so they are a bit easier to access, which draws the younger crowd.

What happened to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk? ›

The original wooden Boardwalk was destroyed by Hurricane Hazel in 1954, which gave way to a new concrete based pathway that is still in place today. In 2006, the town voted in favor of upgrading the boardwalk at a cost of $6.4 million dollars.

Is April off season for Myrtle Beach? ›

March through May. March through May is the start of vacation season here in Myrtle Beach. Restaurants and attractions start to extend their hours and hotels begin to fill. The weather during this time of year is perfect, typically in the mid-70s and lower 80s.

Is Myrtle Beach rainy in April? ›

April Temperature & Weather Guide

April brings the sunniest weather of the year to North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This is a beautiful month of pleasant temperatures and little rainfall with extended opportunities for sunbathing.

Is April too early to open pool? ›

Opening up by early or mid-April not only gives you the availability to use the pool if the weather is nice, but it also ensures that any problems with equipment or water chemistry can be a problem of the past when it comes time to have your big Memorial Day bash.

What is the cheapest time of year to go to Myrtle Beach? ›

The cheapest time to visit Myrtle Beach is typically the winter season, when hotels are cheaper. It's also the slowest time of the year, so while it may be cold you'll enjoy less crowded beaches and attractions. There are plenty of free activities you can enjoy at Myrtle Beach to help you save even more money.

What month is Myrtle Beach the busiest? ›

June through August

Keep in mind, it's also the busiest time of year with a high volume of tourists and increased occupancy rates at Myrtle Beach Resorts.

Is April a good time to go to the beach? ›

The best beaches to visit in April offer a unique blend of pleasant weather and fewer crowds, as it's spring in the Northern Hemisphere and fall in the Southern Hemisphere. This is normally shoulder season, meaning there are fewer people around as you enjoy the mild weather.

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