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Top 5
5 local places to shop for gifts on Black Friday
- For hostess gifts & fun friends: Shop for gifts and shoes and silly holiday games at Ooh La La in Myrtle Beach
- For the Southern lady who loves color: pick out Lilly Pulitzer, Julie Vos jewels, and southern brands at Pink and Red
- For Lowcountry entertainers: The Painted Dragonfly in Downtown Conway has a collection of gifts for every bourbon drinker, candle lover, and party thrower on your list.
- For the Jackie O’s on your list: Ladies, here’s your permission to get a gift for someone on your list, and get a gift for yourself – 20% off at Taylors in Pawleys Island
- For the rugged Garden & Gun man: Rambler at Magnolia Row is where you’ll find cool t-shirts, camping gear, edgy trucker hats, and gadgets for the men on your list
SC foodies, shop our affiliate partners 🥂
Shop S.C. brands online – Smithey Ironware is offering a #6 skillet gift with purchase, Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit gift packs, Red Clay Hot Sauce (yum!)
Weekend Events
CHRISTMAS SHOWS (this weekend + throughout the season)
- The Great Christmas Light Show – The drive through light show will feature over 2 million lights festively displayed along a 2-mile drive throughout the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex. Over 500 magical light displays, some up to 55 feet tall, have been custom made for The Great Christmas Light Show. Visitors will experience NEW enchanting animated figures and holiday scenes where the lights will come to life.
- The Christmas Show of the South – The Carolina Opry Christmas Special is in its 38th season of enchanting holiday performances. The Christmas special creates a family experience that is second to none as new talent mingles with acclaimed rotating artists and long-standing Opry favorites.
- The South’s Grandest Christmas Show – the Alabama Theatre’s award-winning production brings an enchanting blend of talent, breathtaking scenery, and magical special effects to the Grand Strand, delivering an unforgettable holiday musical experience that will immerse you in the spirit of the season.
- Live Music every night of the week
FRIDAY, NOV. 24
- Wonderland of Lights – Bring the family, a friend, or that special someone and stroll the holiday lights on the MarshWalk. Relax and enjoy the salt air breeze while getting into the holiday spirit- and have a Merry MarshWalk Christmas.
- SoCo’s Charity Oyster Roast on Front Street in Georgetown – Live Music with N Tranz, Buckets of Oysters, Buckets of Natty Lights, fresh steamed Shrimp, Prizes & Raffles
- Let in Snow Campfire Experience at Crooked Hammock – For the annual “Let It Snow”, Crooked Hammock will have holiday music in the backyard while it snows around their fire pit and roasting table, and you can show up and stay warm with the ultimate winter treats. Each experience includes all the fixins needed for s’mores & hot cocoa for up to four guests, an exclusive Crooked Hammock carol book, and a limited edition Crooked Hammock holiday ornament to take home for the tree! Availability is limited.
SATURDAY, NOV. 25
- Bags ‘n Biscuits in Downtown Conway – Shop local in Downtown Conway! Small Business Saturday is Saturday, November 25—-Kick-off your shopping at Conway Downtown Alive with Bags ‘N Biscuits presented by State Farm Agent Dan Fedele from 9:00 AM -11:00 AM. Swing by the the 5th and Main Building at 428 Main Street to grab a biscuit, coffee and a free tote bag to fill with LOCAL treasures. Supplies are limited. One bag and biscuit per person. You must be present to receive a bag or biscuit. Keep it local and shop Downtown Conway!
- CCU v JMU – Head out to Coastal to see the Chanticleers take on James Madison, a 3:30 pm game!
- Intracoastal Christmas Regatta – Each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, locals flock to the waterfront to view this spectacular maritime parade. The flotilla starts at the Little River Inlet at 5 PM and travels south, arriving at Dock Holidays Marina at 7 PM. Gather your family and watch the parade as it passes various viewing areas along the waterway.
- Fireworks at Broadway at the Beach – 8 p.m.
- Let in Snow Campfire Experience at Crooked Hammock continued – For the annual “Let It Snow”, Crooked Hammock will have holiday music in the backyard while it snows around their fire pit and roasting table, and you can show up and stay warm with the ultimate winter treats. Each experience includes all the fixins needed for s’mores & hot cocoa for up to four guests, an exclusive Crooked Hammock carol book, and a limited edition Crooked Hammock holiday ornament to take home for the tree! Availability is limited.
SUNDAY, NOV. 26
- Family Day Farmers Market at the Hammock Shops – Farmers market with locally grown and crafted items such as farm eggs, local honey, artisanal soaps, meats, handmade jewelry, and more.
- Let in Snow Campfire Experience at Crooked Hammock continued – For the annual “Let It Snow”, Crooked Hammock will have holiday music in the backyard while it snows around their fire pit and roasting table, and you can show up and stay warm with the ultimate winter treats. Each experience includes all the fixins needed for s’mores & hot cocoa for up to four guests, an exclusive Crooked Hammock carol book, and a limited edition Crooked Hammock holiday ornament to take home for the tree! Availability is limited.
Make Snacks for the Carolina – Clemson Game
- Super Easy Air Fryer Egg Rolls + an elegant Pinot Noir
- Healthy Jalapeño Popper Dip + a Crisp Sparkling Wine
- Fig with Cheese & Hot Honey + a smooth as caramel Chardonnay
- Dressed-up popcorn + a food-friendly Rosé
COMING UP
Make your reservations now!
- FAB Art Ball benefiting the Franklin G. Burroughs Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum on Nov. 29
- Nights of a Thousand Candles – Starting this weekend at Brookgreen Gardens. Most nights are sold out. You have to keep checking the website for availability, as people exchange tickets will be released.
- City of Conway Tree Lighting – Nov. 30
- 9th annual Santa Crawl on the MarshWalk – Dec. 9
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