Area Overview
This quaint riverside community offers a charming break from the bustle of the city
Located on the banks of the Waccamaw River about 15 miles west of Myrtle Beach, Conway serves as the county seat for the citizens of Horry County and has its own municipal government and police department.
A council-led city government oversees the town’s affairs and Horry County Schools operates several public schools within the city limits. Fire & Rescue services are provided by Horry County.
Originally established as the village of Kingston back in 1732, Conway eventually became a major economic hub to the region thanks to its trade and commerce via the river and railway systems.
Producing lumber and turpentine used for shipbuilding and tobacco and other agricultural products, Conway was the center of economic power in the county before the development of the coastal areas as tourism destinations.
The City of Conway remains proud of its rich history, celebrating its way of life with the annual RiverFest event along the downtown waterfront each June.
The downtown district features post-Civil War era buildings, twisting live oaks that drape Spanish moss over the streets, and recreation areas on the banks of Lake Busbee. Downtown Conway features older, single-family neighborhoods, while the outskirts of town remain rural countryside.
Coastal Carolina University is located south of town and several new single- and multi-family developments have sprung up around campus.
Where to stay
Hotels in Conway
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Conway Articles
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Myrtle Beach Restaurants & Hotels with Thanksgiving Meals for 2021
October 14, 2021
If working away in the kitchen over the stove doesn’t sound like the ideal way to celebrate Thanksgiving, give one of these Myrtle Beach restaurants …

5 Great Day Trips from Myrtle Beach
September 9, 2019
Many people who visit Myrtle Beach may not ever want to leave, but if you’re staying for a while, why not take a fun day trip to a nearby city or town? T …

Top 10 Historical Attractions Near Myrtle Beach
November 16, 2018
While Myrtle Beach may be a fairly young city, the Grand Strand area is rich with history spanning back to the plantation days and even before that when th …

Myrtle Beach Weekly Events Rundown: June 11 – 17
June 11, 2018
Have a blast this week with fireworks shows, fun live music, the Summer Lights Festival at Brookgreen Gardens, and more going on in and around Myrtle Beach …

Recycling in Myrtle Beach
April 16, 2018
Recycling is important to the environment, and with so much coastal beauty and lowcountry landscapes in our area, why wouldn’t we want to try our hardest …

2017 Festivals and Events to Watch in the Myrtle Beach Area
August 16, 2017
Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand are home to countless festivals every year. From summer events that take full advantage of the sun and the sand to food f …

Best Myrtle Beach Gyms & What They Offer
August 8, 2017
The Grand Strand has many recreation centers, from the North Strand of Little River down to the South Strand of Pawleys Island. Many of these facilities of …
Points of Interest
Restaurants & Attractions in Conway
Here's a look at some of the best places to eat and things to do in Conway:

Horseback Riding of Myrtle Beach
Whether your preferred mode of transportation is by boat, helicopter, bicycle, or otherwise, there are numerous way …

Eggs Up Grill
This small, regional chain was hatched in Pawleys Island in 1986 and the popular restaurant quickly spread throug …

T.I.G.E.R.S. Preserve
An encounter with wild animals in Myrtle Beach is more likely than one might think, and not just the ones that take …

Bistro 90
Bistro 90 may sound fancy—and look fancy—but this restaurant prides itself on being a local favorite. It may se …

Cook-Out
Cook-Out is Southern backyard-style grilling at its finest and fastest. Open from 11 a.m. until several hours after …

Bo.Co. Bistro
Bo.Co. Bistro is one of Conway’s newest and most delicious new eateries! Known for its “southern charm …
What's Happening
Upcoming Events in Conway
Here’s a look at some of the best Conway events & festivals happening soon in the area:

Conway Ghost Walks: Spirits of the Lowcountry
Conway Ghost Walks: Spirits of the Lowcountry is a festival of historic ghost stories that revolve around downtown Conway. Professional storytellers share spooky tales during a 60- …
Downtown Conway

Spooktacular Halloween Bash at Thompson Farm
Thompson Farm will host their third annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash this October. Join them for a costume party with flashlight fun in the corn maze, a bonfire, inflatables, can …
Thompson Farm & Nursery

Toto’s Day on the Farm
Man's Best Friend is invited to Thompson Farm for one special day this October! Bring your dog dressed in their best costume!The all day event is included in general admission. …
Thompson Farm & Nursery

Candy in the Corn Trick or Treat Trail
Thompson Farm will host Candy in the Corn Trick or Treat Trail every Saturday from October 12-26, 2019. Kids in costume will have a chance to wind through a special […] …
Tickets from $10

Conway Halloween Carnival
The Conway Halloween Carnival will be held at the Conway Recreation Center with games, prizes, a S'mores station, hot dogs, pizza and a costume contest.Games are .25 cents to $1 [& …

Special Needs Family Fun Day Golf Tournament
Show off your golf game for a great cause with Special Needs Family Fun Day this July for their 3rd annual Golf Tournament for Special Needs at River Oaks Golf Plantation. [&helli …
Special Needs Family Fun Day Golf Tournament

Myrtle Mile Race and Festival
The inaugural Myrtle Mile Race & Festival event takes place November 3, 2018, in the heart of Myrtle Beach! The event includes a food drive and per-entry donation to aid Hurri …
Historic Pavilion Site

Conway Riverfest
Don't miss the annual Riverfest in downtown Conway. The family-fun festival offers an exciting play area just for kids, food and beer garden, live music, food, arts and crafts and …
Tickets from $5
Downtown Conway

Conway Celebration of Lights
Every week in December, join the city of Conway for a Celebration of Lights drive-through Christmas light show. The show runs from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays through Sunday with the [ …
Tickets from Free
Downtown Conway
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Visiting Conway
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Conway Neighborhoods
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