Things To Do
Best Things To Do in Myrtle Beach When it Rains

Beat the wet weather with a trip to our famous aquarium, Ripley’s Aquarium, located at Broadway at the Beach. Ripley’s Aquarium is home to an array of aquatic life, including sharks, penguins, stingrays, jellyfish and so much more! A new sloth exhibit is also coming in spring 2023. 

Ripley’s offers a variety of hands-on activities, including petting stingrays, holding horseshoe crabs, or even experiencing a fun Penguin Encounter. The aquarium is a great place to spend a day dodging a summer storm or just taking a break from the sun!

Ready to be amazing, impressed and maybe just a bit baffled during your Myrtle Beach trip? Ripley’s Odd-itorium, located along the strip on Ocean Boulevard, is the rainy-day destination for you. A variety of human and animal oddities are on display with topics ranging from pop culture to science to travel and more. Take shelter from the weather amongst the bizarre and interesting exhibits at this one-of-a-kind museum. 

Sky Zone (formerly Rockin’ Jump) is an indoor trampoline park that is fun for the whole family! Boasting a professionally trained safety staff, Sky Zone keeps you safe as you enjoy jumping the day away. From large trampolines to foam pits and many other fun features,  Sky Zone is definitely a place to spend your time on a rainy day!

Big Air Trampoline Park offers a fun and exciting respite from a rainy day at the beach. Jump on the trampolines, challenge a friend of family member to a battle over the foam pit, climb a rock wall, or test your skills on the shark ride. You’ll literally be bouncing off the walls — and not in your cooped up in a hotel room. Big Air also feature as an on-site cafe and special events such as cosmic nights and toddler time. 

Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center offers three fun activities under one roof. This family-friendly facility has something for every age. Wander through rooms full of wax statues representing your favorite Hollywood actors at the Hollywood Wax Museum. Run from terrifying, blood-thirsty zombies at Outbreak:Dread the Undead. Or, save Princess Hannah in Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors. You can choose to do only one adventure, but it’s always more fun to do all three with the All Access Pass– especially on rainy days.

If you’re enjoying a couples retreat or a girls trip to the beach, a day at Duplin Winery may just be the cure for the rainy day blues. Duplin Winery is a laid-back good time located at Barefoot Landing. Enjoy a wine tasting that includes samples of the winery’s signature muscadine wines with a knowledgeable staff member to guide you through. 

Make no mistake – WonderWorks is an upside-down building fun of entertainment and fun. The Broadway at the Beach attraction is packed with over 100 science-based interactive exhibits where visitors can lie down on a bed of nails, play virtual major league sports, explore Mars, fly a fighter jet, and much much more. There’s also laser tag, a 6D theater, and a ropes challenge course. This is a perfect place to spend several hours if the weatherman is calling for day of rain.

The Carolina Opry Theater is home to a variety of shows that run throughout the year, a perfect indoor escape on a rainy vacation day. The Carolina Opry Show is an  award-winning extravaganza that blends two hours of high-energy music, comedy and dance in a luxurious theater complete with state-of-the-art lighting, sound and special effects. Time Warp takes guests through the music of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s with a fast-paced and exciting show. Celebrate the holidays in the winter months with the beloved Carolina Opry Christmas Show. 

The Alabama Theatre, located at Barefoot Landing, is home to two exciting shows along with guest artists throughout the year. The theater’s brand new show, Iconic, debuts in February 2023. Iconic features an updated song list, comedy, and thrills with an all-star cast of entertainment pros. In November and December, the South’s Grandest Christmas Show returns to bring the joy of the Christmas season to the Myrtle Beach stage. 

What better way to spend a rainy day than following Blackbeard and Calico Jack  on an exciting adventure while enjoying a four-course feast? Watch pirate crews fight battles on land, in the sea, and on full-size pirate ships as you cheer them on. This family-friendly show is sure to entertain and amaze your whole crew — you won’t even miss the sunshine when you’re immersed in this swashbuckling tale.  

Looking for a show off the beaten path? GTS Theatre offers a fun and unforgettable change from the ordinary. GTS Theatre is a 1920’s-style cabaret theatre with an art deco theme featuring the Original Motown Tribute Show in Myrtle Beach along with a variety of other shows throughout the year. 

Charles Bach’s Broadway at the Beach theater features a variety of shows throughout the year. Charles Bach’s Wonders magic show is a high-energy display full of wonder and magic for the whole family. Adults will enjoy the Hypnosis comedy show, which features humor best suited for those 18+. Take shelter at the state-of-the-art theater and take in an unforgettable show. 

Grab a cold one and load up your game card at Dave & Buster’s for a day of fun in the massive arcade. In addition to a huge selection of games, Dave & Buster’s features an extensive menu, full bar, and plenty of TVs to catch sporting events. The entertainment mecca is located at Broadway at the Beach and is the perfect place to hide out from poor weather or even beat the midday heat. 

With multiple locations on the Grand Strand, 810 Bowling & Billiards offers an upscale twist on your typical bowling alley and a perfect respite from a dreary day. With state-of-the-art bowling lanes, a full-service bar, tasty and innovative menu, and a variety of board and bar games, 810 is a great spot to spend a day indoors.