51. Fireworks Shows
Despite several fireworks shops in Myrtle Beach, these popular party favors are technically illegal to possess or discharge within city limits, on the beach and in most areas of the Grand Strand. If you get caught you’ll be subject to a $200 fine. So why not leave the bright light blasts to the experts, because there are certainly plenty of fireworks shows in Myrtle Beach to enjoy. Fireworks shows have long been an inseparable part of beach vacations, and it seems like there are more big displays than ever. With several area attractions offering at least one show per week, there’s really no excuse not to catch a good explosion show while you’re here. As for the 4th of July, they’ll be everywhere from Cherry Grove to Pawleys Island, sometimes simultaneously, so pick a spot and post up and enjoy the extravaganza.
There are lots of good places at Broadway to watch the fireworks, but there aren’t many bad places. The blasts go up high over the lake in the middle of the complex, so unless you’re standing behind a building, you should have a pretty good view of the show. Fireworks will be held at 9 p.m. April 4, 8 p.m. April 18, and 10 p.m. May 23, June 2 and June 9; then they will be held at 10 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday from June 16-Sept. 5. Additional dates are 8 p.m. Oct. 31, Nov. 14, and Dec. 31.
There aren’t many more entertaining and beautiful things to do in Myrtle Beach than watch fireworks blast over the ocean at night. It seems patriotic, reminiscent of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” And with its Hot Summer Nights series, the Boardwalk is one of only a few spots along the Grand Strand that hosts weekly shows. Fireworks will be held from the Second Avenue Pier at 10 p.m. Wednesday nights from June 10 through Aug. 19.
Like Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing is a collection of shops, restaurants, and entertainment that also hosts fireworks at least once a week. They also have a lake in the middle of the complex, so the best places to see the show here is from one of the restaurant’s patios. Fireworks displays will be held every Monday from June 1st – August 31st at 10:15 p.m. Additional shows will be 10:15 p.m. July 4; 10:15 p.m. Sept. 5; 7 p.m. Nov. 21; and 6 p.m. Dec. 31.
Independence Day and fireworks go together like hot dogs and buns, or apples and pie. And it’s a time when many Americans flock to Myrtle Beach to celebrate this great country and its history. Visitors have numerous options to catch a special edition fireworks display along the Grand Strand, and locations include Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing, Second Avenue Pier, Surfside Pier, Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, and Cherry Grove Pier.
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