Merrily Myrtle - A Holiday Celebration - Stars + Stars Light up the Holidays
Holiday entertainment in Myrtle Beach is wrapped up with a big ribbon when theaters put on special productions. With 8 major theatres you can unwrap many magical moments. Don't be fooled by the great imitators of Elvis, Garth Brooks and Reba Mcentire or miss out on such original acts as Neil Diamond, The Smothers Brothers or Roy Clark. The "stars" will shine and we'll light the lights at Brookgreen Gardens and on the boat regatta. Put the Myrtle Beach area on your holiday shopping list by calling 800-496-9262 or click here for detailed information.

35th Annual South Carolina State Bluegress Festival
The 35th Annual South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival will be held on November 25, 26 & 27, 2004 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

Annual Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
The Intracoastal Christmas Regatta is the "Original" holiday maritime parade for the Grand Strand. Begun by Susie Watson and Poo McLauchlin, the regatta provides a festive, unique beginning to the holiday season. The Regatta will be held on November 27, 2004.

Festival of Trees 2004 
The "Festival of Trees," which is in its third year, is a special Christmas tribute to the heritage and diversity of our great United States. Guests will be immersed in this holiday experience as they stroll through an amazing winter wonderland of 30 unique and ornately decorated state themed trees. Each tree depicts the heritage, culture, and notables of that particular state. The 2004 festival includes the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin. The festival is held at Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach.

Springmaid Beach Resorts 18th Annual Arts &Craft Show
Visit over 200 arts, crafts and food vendors located inside and outside the oceanfront conference center. Free Admission & Parking. Kids bring a can of food to help out local food agencies and receive a free beanie friend. The Springmaid Beach Resorts 18th Annual Arts & Craft Show will be held 12/3/04-12/5/04 at the Springmaid Beach Resort Conference Center.

Nights of a Thousand Candles
December 3 - 18, 2004 Friday and Saturday nights 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thousands of lights sparkle among live oak trees and illuminate the garden paths as musicians perform, carolers sing and visitors experience the enchantment that only Brookgreen can bring. Mark your calendars now for this holiday experience you'll not soon forget. Tickets are $10. Member tickets are $8 when purchased at the gate and $6 when purchased in advance. Children 12 and under are FREE.

South Carolina Birds
How many ways can birds be rendered in art? Dozens, hundreds perhaps? South Carolina Birds, the exhibit curated by USC Ph.D. candidate Wim Roefs originally of the Netherlands, poses the question and attempts to answer it to a degree. The birds exhibited are not necessarily from or in South Carolina, but all are created by South Carolina artists. Some are realistic and perfectly rendered; others are abstract. Some are visible; others invisible! And some are simply funky! But all combine to make a most intriguing exhibit that all ages and attitudes can enjoy!  The exhibit will run November 4, 2004 – December 29, 2004 at the Myrtle Beach Art Museum.