Myrtle Beach, S.C.

102 THINGS TO DO IN MYRTLE BEACH
92. Sporting Events

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Sporting Events

Join other enthusiasts in the stands at a Myrtle Beach sporting event and savor that electric feeling from the crowd’s energy and the team’s determination. Myrtle Beach serves as a haven for athletes from novice softball players to pro golfers. The mild weather and state-of-the-art facilities in Myrtle Beach make it an ideal location for a variety of seasonal sporting events and annual tournaments. 

The Grand Strand is home to the Pelicans, a minor-league baseball team, and the Chanticleers, the Division 1 teams in the Coastal Carolina University Athletics program. These professional and collegiate teams play locally in pre-season, regular season, playoff, and championship games. Families flock to baseball games in Myrtle Beach for safe, affordable entertainment while hardcore sports fans cheer on the Chanticleers at competitive college games. 

Myrtle Beach invites teams from across the country to compete in tournaments. Fans, families, and talent scouts join the audience for a close look at some of the most talented athletes in their respective fields. Myrtle Beach golf tournaments challenge golfers from across the globe to showcase their skills on PGA-approved links. Outside of pro competitions, most tournaments in Myrtle Beach feature young athletes. Junior and high school teams bring their A-game and compete for titles and collegiate attention at these intense sporting events in Myrtle Beach. 

Plan to attend at least one of these exciting events during your Myrtle Beach vacation:

Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Pelican Stadium

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Myrtle Beach Classic is a new addition to the PGA Tour. Dunes Golf and Beach Club will host athletes, sports journalists, and avid golf fans during the week of May 9–12, 2024 for this official FedEx Cup event and a bonus match. This Myrtle Beach sporting event is guaranteed to draw a large crowd, so we recommend all spectators and golfers book a hotel well in advance.

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Beach Ball Classic at Myrtle Beach Convention Center

Beach Ball Classic at Myrtle Beach Convention Center

The most talented high school basketball teams from across the country prove their mettle in the Beach Ball Classic. Kobe Bryant, Rasheed Wallace, and other NBA legends previously competed in this renowned Myrtle Beach basketball tournament. The Beach Ball Classic is held in the Myrtle Beach Convention Center at the end of December, making it a holiday must for fans of the hoop.

Coastal Carolina University Athletics

Coastal Carolina University Athletics

Just a short drive inland from the beach are the sporting arenas of the Chanticleers, a rising force in the ranks of Division I college athletics. On Saturdays in the fall, the football team suits up for battle and seldom leaves the field without a ‘W’, compiling a 24-5 record over the last two seasons and reaching the national quarterfinals in the NCAA FCS tournament both times. The list of alumni that have graduated to the NFL includes running back Mike Tolbert, and wide-receiver Jerome Simpso

Myrtle Beach Preseason Soccer Classic at North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex

Myrtle Beach Preseason Soccer Classic at North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex

Kick off the athletic calendar with some friendly competition at the Preseason Soccer Classic. Youth soccer teams showcase their skills on the field and scope out the season’s competition at this Grand Strand match-up. This Myrtle Beach soccer tournament will be held August 24–25, 2024 at the Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex. Event attendees should reserve nearby accommodations well in advance.

Myrtle Beach Classic at Dunes Golf & Beach Club

Myrtle Beach Classic at Dunes Golf & Beach Club

Myrtle Beach Classic is a new addition to the PGA Tour. Dunes Golf and Beach Club will host athletes, sports journalists, and avid golf fans during the week of May 9–12, 2024 for this official FedEx Cup event and a bonus match. This Myrtle Beach sporting event is guaranteed to draw a large crowd, so we recommend all spectators and golfers book a hotel well in advance.

Athletics Department at Coastal Carolina University

Athletics Department at Coastal Carolina University

This Myrtle Beach university hosts men’s and women’s sporting events all year long. Join fellow Chanticleers fans in the stands for collegiate-level competitions in golf, lacrosse, basketball, baseball, and soccer.  The most popular sporting events for this local college are the football games. You’ll want to arrive early to a Chanticleers football game for the chance to mingle with fellow fans at tailgates. Located inland, Coastal Carolina University in Conway is just a 25-minute drive from Myrtle Beach International Airport.

Youth Softball Nationals at Grand Park Athletic Complex

Youth Softball Nationals at Grand Park Athletic Complex

Kick off the athletic calendar with some friendly competition at the Preseason Soccer Classic. Youth soccer teams showcase their skills on the field and scope out the season’s competition at this Grand Strand match-up. This Myrtle Beach soccer tournament will be held August 24–25, 2024 at the Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex. Event attendees should reserve nearby accommodations well in advance.