This summer you can explore the extra-terrestrial side of the universe at an all-new attraction – Encounters: UFO Experience.  Located at Broadway at the Beach, the experience gives people a comprehensive look at alien encounters all in one place.   Visitors can find Encounters at the space previously occupied by Bodies: Revealed.

Photo Credit: Encounters: UFO Experience

Anyone who has ever wondered what might be discovered among the stars and planets in our mysterious universe will want to visit this Myrtle Beach attraction. The history of alien encounters, extra-terrestrials in pop culture and theories about military connections and Area 61 are explored.  More than 200 artifacts, seven galleries, models, film clips and an interactive alien abduction experience create an immersive attraction.  You can see props from the Steven Spielberg movie E.T., as well as replicas and models like the famous Easter Island statues and Egyptian Hieroglyphic tablets reporting extraterrestrial sightings.

Encounters: UFO Experience is scheduled to be at Broadway at the Beach through Labor Day. During May, it will be open Thursdays from 11am to 8pm; Sundays from 11am to 8pm; and Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 10pm. Beginning Memorial Day, Encounters will be open seven days a week, Sundays through Thursdays from 11am to 8pm and Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 10pm.   Tickets are $14 for adults and $10 for children (ages 4 – 12). Children under the age of three are free.

Summer time is the best season to visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  The weather is perfect for days spent at the beach and there are a variety of things to do and special events planned. One thing you can add to your itinerary is the free entertainment scheduled each Friday night at the Market Common. 


Market Common

Every Friday night in June, July and August from 6pm-9pm you can enjoy live jazz music at The Market Common and go on a free carriage ride.  The carriage rides start in front of Tommy Bahama’s and take guests on a leisurely stroll through the Market Common district.

Market Common also hosts Movies Under the Stars every Wednesday in June, July & August at 9pm. 

• June 5: Jaws
• June 12: Ghostbusters
• June 19: Sister Act
• June 26: Father of the Bride
• July 3: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial
• July 10: Despicable Me
• July 17: Goonies
• July 24: The Lion King
• July 31: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
• August 7: Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone
• August 14: Three Men & a Baby
• August 21  City Slickers
• August 28 Jurassic Park

Nacho Hippo will sell beer, wine & nachos. Canipes Chocolates & Candies will sell gourmet snacks and popcorn.

Make your way to Market Common this summer to enjoy all of these FREE activities!

Landmark Resort

Make a splash year-round when you reserve Myrtle Beach hotels with indoor pool.  Myrtle Beach is a popular place to visit during the summer, but when you stay at hotels with indoor pools you can swim and play no matter what the weather outside may be like.  Plus, it’s nice to have inside aquatic amenities to enjoy when you’ve had your fill of sand and surf.

There are a wide range of hotels in Myrtle Beach to choose from.  Some properties feature a basic indoor pool, while others are outfitted with indoor poolscapes boasting hot tubs and lazy rivers. 

A few of our favorite hotels with indoor pool in Myrtle Beach SC include:

• Atlantic Breeze Ocean Resort
• Avista Resort
• Beach Colony
• Best Western Ocean Sands
• Landmark Resort

You’re sure to find a hotel with the aquatic amenities you’re searching for on Reserve Myrtle Beach. 

Get ready South Carolina’s largest Christian Music Festival.  The Beach Blast Music Festival takes place this Saturday, May 18 in Myrtle Beach.  Headlining this year's festival is award-winning artist TobyMac.

The schedule for Beach Blast:

3:00pm - Doors open
3:55pm - Welcome with Bone Hampton
4:00pm - Jamie Grace
4:40pm - Matthew West
5:20pm - Building 429
6:25pm - Tenth Avenue North
7:20pm - A message from Matthew West
8:05pm - Compassion International
8:55pm – TobyMac

The Beach Blast Festival will be located between 8th and 9th Avenues North on Ocean Boulevard. Tickets are on sale now, with advance tickets for adults available for $43 and children for $25. Tickets day of show will sell for $50 for adults and $25 for children (ages 3-12). To purchase tickets, click here.

Be sue to bring lawn chairs and blankets as seating is not available at Beach Blast. Coolers and cameras are allowed, and don’t forget the sunscreen! 

One of the best ways to enjoy a vacation in Myrtle Beach is stay at a beachfront resort.  Beachfront Myrtle Beach resorts let you stay steps away from the ocean, with the beach serving as an endless playground for you and your loved ones.  Plus, there are plenty of beachfront hotels in Myrtle Beach so you’re sure to find one that fits your budget and vacation needs.

Nothing makes a vacation on the Grand Strand better than easy access to the beach.  Let’s face it – you visit Myrtle Beach to spend summer days in the sun, surf and sand.  So, stay at a resort that offers convenient beachfront access as well as other beachfront amenities like pool decks and restaurants. 

A few of our favorite Myrtle Beach beachfront resorts include:

• Avista Resort
• Beach Cove Resort
• Patricia Grand Resort
• Prince Resort
• Springmaid Resort
• The Caravelle Resort

Take a look at Reserve Myrtle Beach’s full selection of beachfront properties to find the perfect place to stay on your vacation!

Traveling with kids can be an adventure.  Kids are active, silly, and energetic and sometimes there is simply no stopping their rambunctiousness.  When you vacation on the Grand Strand, you’ll find several Myrtle Beach restaurants that cater to kids but also satisfy an adult’s grown-up appetite. 

Our Top 5 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Myrtle Beach include:

1) Ultimate California Pizza Game Zone: Adults and kids can dine in harmony at the Ultimate California Pizza in Myrtle Beach.  More than 60 high-tech games keep the kiddos entertained, while the sports bar inside the restaurant has 26 flat-screen televisions playing sports all day, every day, which will keep Dad happy.  Mom will like the wide selection of menu options, with over 90 toppings available to create the pizza of your choice.  Plus, gourmet salads, pastas and sandwiches are served here too. 

2) Burky’s Grill:  One of the reasons Burky’s attracts local families and visiting families alike are their great prices.  The menu features hamburgers, hot dogs, Cincinnati style chili, barbecue, soups, salads, ice cream and other basic American fare all in a 1950s-style setting. Adding to the old Americana feel are the low prices, with nothing on the menu over $6.

3) Revolutions:  Technically this choice is located in Murrell’s Inlet, about 30 minutes south of Myrtle Beach.  We couldn’t resist putting it on our top five list, though, as kids can have a blast at Revolutions.  The restaurant is surrounded by an arcade, 16 bowling lanes and movie theater with 11 screens.  Plus, there is a full service bar catering to adult beverage options.  Combined all of the things to do at Revolutions are affordable child menu prices that make a night out fun and reasonable on the budget.

4) River City Café:  This selection has locations throughout the Grand Strand, making it an easy option for families.  Signature menu items like juicy burgers and classic sandwiches satisfy your hunger rumblings, while the quirky atmosphere makes you feel right at home.  Dive into the free bucket of peanuts, and then throw your shells on the floor.  Feel like doodling or playing a game of tic-tac-toes?  The brown paper table cloths are made just for that! 

5) Capriz Italian Feast: Capriz features a casual family-style Italian feast of unlimited offerings of made from scratch pizza and pasta served tableside. The all-you-can-eat Italian feast features unlimited offerings of made from scratch pizza and pasta dishes served tableside & four selections of delectable fire roasted meats that are brought to your table and served gaucho style.  Your meal also includes endless visits to our gourmet salad bar of over 20 items.  Kids 6 and under eat free and kids age 7-12 are only $8.95.

Broadway at the Beach is hosting an Independence Day Spectacular this summer.  From Monday, July 1, through Saturday, July 6, Broadway celebrates with concerts, fireworks and family-friendly entertainment.  Special 4th of July Fireworks presentations are planned at 10pm on July 4, as well as July 2. 

Details regarding entertainment are still being finalized.  However, in years past, Broadway at the Beach has hosted comedy juggling shows, street entertainment, appearances by local mascots and live music performances. 

When you vacation on the Grand Strand, a visit to Broadway at the Beach is an absolute must.  The entertainment complex is home to a variety of attractions, including Ripley’s Aquarium, MagiQuest and WonderWorks.  Plus, a wide selection of fining options, including Joe’s Crab Shack, Margaritaville and Liberty Steakhouse and Brewery, are available.  Browse through shops such as the Ron Jon Surf Shop or Retro Active.  Surrounded by Lake Broadway, the complex is a fun yet beautiful place to spend a day in Myrtle Beach.

More details regarding Independence Day at Broadway at the Beach will be coming soon! 

Memorial Day Weekend in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is the official kickoff to summer on the Grand Strand.  Plan a Memorial Day Weekend vacation to see celebrate the start of summer in Myrtle Beach.

In addition to welcoming beach season, Myrtle Beach will be hosting a variety of events in remembrance of those who have died in service for our country.  One of the military events scheduled is the Memorial Day Weekend Parade.  The parade marches down Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach on March 25 from 10:30am to noon.  Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rocky Bleier, who is also a Vietnam veteran, Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient, will serve as grand marshal. The Memorial Day Weekend Parade is the highlight of Myrtle Beach’s month-long Military Appreciation Days.

Surfside Beach is hosting its annual Surfside Memorial Day Cookout on May 26.  The cookout, which will be located on the Surfside Pier from 4pm-8pm, is a laid back event. Inflatables and live entertainment by the Nacho Mamma Band will be provided. 

Atlantic Beach Bike Week is an annual motorcycle rally on the Grand Strand.  Custom motorcycles and lots of entertainment are highlights of this Memorial Day Weekend Event. 

Reserve your stay at a Myrtle Beach Resort to enjoy a Memorial Day getaway on the Grand Strand. 

June 1: Art Festival at Brookgreen Gardens
This one-day event is an opportunity to talk with local and regional artists and authors. Brookgreen invites selected artists and authors to sell their works, meet with visitors and give demonstrations during this one day festival. Free with garden admission.

June 1: 18th Annual Corvettes at Myrtle Beach Car Show
The Myrtle Beach Corvette Club presents the 18th Annual Corvette Show, Corvettes at Myrtle Beach on Saturday, June 1st from 9am to 4pm. See corvettes, old and new on display at Broadway at the Beach. Proceeds from this event shall benefit several different local charities.

June 15:  Wine Tasting at Brookgreen Gardens
Come to the Gardens from 5:30-8:00pm and enjoy wine samplings, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Wines featured this year include selections from Australia and New Zealand.  There will be a silent auction and you’ll have the chance to speak with expert wine reps and buy discounted bottles. Cost is $65/non-members or $50/members. Call (843) 235-6016 for reservations.

June 3-September 1: Coca Cola Summer Nights at Broadway at the Beach
Enjoy free family-style entertainment nightly, including stage shows, street acts, musical entertainment and more. 

June 3-August 31: Ocean Boulevard’s Hot Summer Nights
Featuring free concerts, fireworks, and kiddie carnivals from June until September, Hot Summer Nights on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk will be bigger and better than ever.

June 1 – August 31: Summerfest Fireworks at Barefoot Landing
The fireworks shows will be held at 10:15 p.m. every Monday from June 1-August 31 at Barefoot Landing.

June 8:  Battleship 101 at Battleship North Carolina
From 10am – 3pm ship volunteers will engage visitors on certain areas of the ship including gunnery, sickbay, galley, radar, engineering, and daily ship life. The battleship is located in Wilmington, about 1.5 hours from Myrtle Beach.

June 8:  John Heiert/Jean Wheeler Memorial Golf Tournament
The 12th annual golf tournament to benefit Mercy Care will be held at River Oaks Golf Club. Proceeds will go towards the children’s programs at the non-profit hometown hospice. Tournament includes breakfast, lunch, and prizes. Sign up online.

June 15:  Wine Tasting at Brookgreen Gardens
Come to Brookgreen Gardens from 5:30-8:00pm and enjoy wine samplings, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Wines featured this year include selections from Australia and New Zealand.  There will be a silent auction and you’ll have the chance to speak with expert wine reps and buy discounted bottles. Cost is $65/non-members or $50/members. Call (843) 235-6016 for reservations.

June 22:  Art in the Park
The Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild is organizing the 41st year of Art in the Park. The event will be held at Chapin Park. Art will be available for purchase.

June 29:  Conway Riverfest
This annual independence celebration in Conway will have plenty of live music, food, games, and fireworks. Conway is located about 20 minutes from Myrtle Beach and makes a great destination for a day trip. 

Summertime and baseball go hand in hand.  Take part in America’s favorite pastime by purchasing tickets for a Myrtle Beach Pelicans game.  The minor league baseball team is celebrating its 15th season this year, and has quite the skilled team coming to the plate.  Catching a game on the Grand Strand is fun for the whole family, plus ticket prices are low making a day at the park extremely affordable. 

Promotions at the park add to the fun atmosphere.  With Myrtle Beach Pelicans tickets you can take advantage of the free giveaways, special savings and family-friendly events available at all home games.

Some of the special promotions include:

• Team Tuesdays: Team Tuesday Poster Series Giveaway offers a free poster to the first 1,000 fans presented by Sheriar Press.
• Wiener Wednesday: Chow on $1.00 Hebrew National Hot Dogs all game long.
• Thirsty Thursdays: Enjoy discounted beer with drink specials on Thirsty Thursday.  $1.00 draughts of Budweiser & Bud Light are poured from 6 to 8pm.
• Family Sunday: Family Sunday includes pre-game catch on the field. Bring your ball and glove when the gates open an hour before the first pitch, and your family and friends can warm up in the outfield.  Stay after the game for fireworks! 

There are 70 home games this season in Myrtle Beach.  The Pelicans are on pace to win their 1,000th game in 2013 so it’s sure to be an exciting season!