Bars & Nightlife
The Best Live Music Venues in Myrtle Beach
If you’re looking for the best live music in Myrtle Beach, be sure to put these fan-favorite venues and concert halls on your agenda. When the sun goes down, it’s time to step away from the sandy shores and beautiful resorts and put on your dancing shoes for an evening of live music in Myrtle Beach. Whether you prefer a dance hall with a live DJ, a local act in an open-air atmosphere, or a national headliner in a large concert venue, the nightlife scene in Myrtle Beach is vibrant and diverse and can please party-goers and those looking for easygoing entertainment, in equal measure.
In this beloved vacation destination, you don’t have to wait for the weekend for a night on the town. With so many live music venues, you can arrive any night of the week and find musicians playing mellow tunes or captivating a crowd with their catchy hooks on stages throughout the city. Even Sunday nights in Myrtle Beach offer plenty to do, as local hotspots and waterfront bars rarely take nights off from hosting musical acts. End your week with a bang by attending a concert or enjoy a low-key Sunday night out listening to an acoustic performance.
Myrtle Beach Concert Venues
For renowned artists and professionally produced performances, check out live music at one of these Myrtle Beach concert venues:
The Bowery
110 9th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
A national icon, the Bowery is the oldest continually operating music venue in Myrtle Beach. This honky-tonk was the birthplace of country music supergroup Alabama, and carries on that tradition with live country music almost every night.
Alabama Theatre
4750 U.S. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Another longtime Myrtle Beach favorite, the Alabama Theatre was opened in 1993 by renowned country music group, Alabama. Stop by for a wide selection of live music and entertainment from a variety of top entertainers and popular cover bands, or reserve your seats for the venue’s seasonal highlight, the South’s Grandest Christmas Show.
Carolina Opry Theater
8901 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Recently named the top attraction in Myrtle Beach, the Carolina Opry Theater offers the oldest—and best—variety show in the area. Stop in to experience this two-hour extravaganza, featuring 35 of the nation’s best live music, comedy, and dance performances, or check out one of the venue’s other well-known shows, like the Time Warp tribute band special or the Carolina Opry Christmas Special. Bonus tip: this venue offers 2- and 3-show packages for substantial savings and even more live music enjoyment!
Legends in Concert
2925 Hollywood Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Located in the heart of Broadway at the Beach, the Legends in Concert has been a local live music attraction for over two decades. This family-friendly show features an ever-changing mix of live music acts with award-winning production value for an evening you’re sure to remember.
Myrtle Beach Live Music Venues
If you prefer a more intimate atmosphere, outdoor seating, or you just want to enjoy the opportunity to discover up-and-coming acts, check out a performance at one of these Myrtle Beach live music venues:
Tin Roof
1410 Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Tin Roof, also known as “The Roof,” is a bar/restaurant and live music venue in downtown Myrtle Beach. Located on the third floor of BLVD building, this unique venue features a rooftop patio so visitors can dance the night away while enjoying uninterrupted views of the Grand Strand.
Murrells Inlet Marshwalk
Waterfront, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
If you’re looking for multiple live music venues in one short stretch, check out the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk. This waterfront strip in Murrells Inlet features multiple live music venues within walking distance from one another, including the Dead Dog Saloon, Creek Ratz, and Wahoo’s Fish House.
Bourbon Street
5307 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
This smaller venue features acts of many genres including open mic acoustic guitar nights to large rock, country and alternative acts. A local’s hangout, Bourbon Street is a neighborhood pub with a focus on quality live music, four to six nights per week. Also a plus, is that right next door is Pine Lakes Tavern, another popular neighborhood bar that offers live music utilizing local and regional talent. You’ll find many patrons that travel back and forth in the course of an evening to catch two or more bands.
Pirate's Cove
205 Main St., North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
A Main Street mainstay since 1995, the Pirate’s Cove is one of Myrtle Beach’s top live music venues. With two stages on two floors, including an outdoor rooftop bar, this venue features a wide range of acts from rock, reggae, and country to classic rock and hip-hop, performed by a rotation of local favorites and some regional and national acts.
The Boathouse
201 Fantasy Harbour Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, the Boathouse is best known for its live music venue where guests can gather on the lawn or watch from their boats. Each April through September, check out the Friday night series of up-and-coming country musicians or stop by for the locally famous Backyard Summer Concert Series each Sunday, with acts from all genres performing.
Hot Fish Club
4911 Hwy 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29526
This Murrells Inlet restaurant features a live music gazebo out back along the waterfront. Enjoy live rock, country, alternative and funk bands from around the Southeast. For the better part of two decades locals and visitors have made the Hot Fish Club a destination for food and fun.
Pawleys Island Tavern
10635 Ocean Hwy., Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Better known as “The Pit,” this locals hideaway offers indoor and outdoor live music year-round. Tucked away in the South End of Myrtle Beach, this venue features a variety of local artists, with plenty of college-friendly bands. Come for the music and stay for the pizza.
Ocean Annie's Beach Bar
9550 Shore Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
For more than 30 years, this oceanfront hangout has been a hub of good vibes and live music on the beach. Throughtout the summer you’ll find some of the area’s best cover bands performing on the patio day and night and there’s always a lively crowd ready to dance along to their favorite tunes. With cheap drinks and a great atmosphere for fun, you won’t find many better places to enjoy some tunes and take in the beach scenery.
Free Live Music in Myrtle Beach
Music on Main and Sounds of Summer
Each week in June–September, the town of Myrtle Beach puts on a free concert for residents and visitors to enjoy. There are two concert series: the Music on Main series takes place each Thursday at 7:00 and features local and regional acts, while the Sounds of Summer series takes place the third Friday of each month and features well-known cover bands for renowned artists like Dolly Parton and Journey. Stop by Main Street, between Ocean Boulevard and Main Street Sweets, and bring a beach chair or blanket and get ready to enjoy this family-friendly series.
Broadway at the Beach Summer Concert Series
The crowd-favorite Broadway at the Beach shopping center puts on daily entertainment throughout the summer, including roaming street performers, live music acts, living statues, fireworks displays, and more.
