Things To Do
Things to Do in Myrtle Beach in November
November is a great time to visit Myrtle Beach; the weather is slightly cooler, there are fewer crowds, and there are tons of fun things to do!
A November beach trip is a great time to recharge before the busy holiday season and get in the Christmas spirit, or to just relax and take a breath. Here are some of our top things to do at the beach in November.
Take in a Holiday Show
November is when Myrtle Beach starts to get in the holiday spirit! Local theaters begin their Christmas shows on Nov. 1. The show are great for visitors of all ages and include a variety of entertainment such as singing, dancing and even comedy. The
Christmas Show of the South, The Carolina Opry
The Carolina Opry is transformed into a winter wonderland for this fabulous Christmas show, which has been a staple on the 
Grand Strand for more than 30 years. The show includes top-notch performers, including clogging group All That!, 35 talented singers and performers, an orchestra, and even a horse-drawn carriage. The show is a must-see and will get your holiday juices flowing!
The South’s Grandest Christmas Show
Stop in to the Alabama Theatre for The South’s Grandest Christmas Show, which features a mix of holiday classics and contemporary favorites along with the comedic stylings of Rick Mockel. The show is a testament to the true meaning of Christmas, and you’ll be tapping your toes throughout the experience.
Motown Christmas Tribute
The GTS Theatre’s holiday show is a tribute to the motown musical genre. It includes soulful renditions of Christmas classics and audience sing-alongs. The show runs on select dates through November.
Church the Musical: The Spirit and Soul of Christmas
This Christ-centered show at the Asher Theater features classic Christmas songs with a soulful, R&B, gospel vibe. The all-star vocalists are sure to bring Christmas cheer to visitors of all ages.
Read more about Myrtle Beach-area Christmas shows, including pricing and dates, on our blog!
Get a Jump on Your Christmas Shopping
Myrtle Beach is home to tons of great places to shop, so why not get away and get a jump on your shopping?
Broadway at the Beach and Barefoot Landing are both home to tons of specialty stores and boutiques perfect for unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Restaurants and entertainment opportunities abound at both of these popular complexes, so you can spend an entire day at either location. November is a relatively slow month for tourism at the beach, so you won’t face the large crowds that we experience in summer, making it a perfect time to try out great restaurants with no wait times!
If you’re a Black Friday shopper, you will not be disappointed with your shopping opportunities on the Grand Strand. Big Box stores are located throughout the Grand Strand with their Black Friday sales starting as early as Thanksgiving Day. Tanger Outlets and Coastal Grand Mall are also popular Black Friday hotspots.
Get Festive with a Fall Festival
The fall months are prime time for festivals and events in Myrtle Beach! Locals and visitors will enjoy the following events in Myrtle Beach during the month of November:
•Dickens Christmas Show & Festival
•Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
•Plus many more!
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Beach
Take a break from cooking at home and spend your Myrtle Beach vacation celebrating Thanksgiving at a local restaurant! Plenty of Myrtle Beach hotels and eateries offer special Thanksgiving feasts for vacationers as well as locals who don’t feel like spending hours upon hours in the kitchen. 
The House of Blues offers a Southern Thanksgiving Feast along with live music. Other popular eateries that offer Thanksgiving meals include California Dreaming (both locations), the new Hook & Barrel, and Gulfstream Cafe. Several area hotels also offer Thanksgiving meals, including family-favorite Dunes Village Resort, Avista Resort in North Myrtle Beach, and Prince Resort at the Cherry Grove Pier.
We keep a running list of Thanksgiving dinners complete with prices and menus. Check it out here!
Myrtle Beach is known as a Golf Capital of the USA for good reason- the Grand Strand area is home to over 100 top-rated courses that attract millions of visitors each year! November provides the perfectly cool weather that allows golfers to enjoy a round or two out on the greens without sweating bullets.
