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Myrtle Beach vs North Myrtle Beach: What’s the Real Difference? (2026 Guide) ✓ Last Updated: March 2026 Planning a Grand Strand vacation and not sure which “Myrtle Beach” to choose? You’re not alone. Most visitors have heard of Myrtle Beach — but North Myrtle Beach is an entirely separate city just 15 miles north, with its own personality, its own beaches, and its own loyal following of families who come...

Easter Services on the Grand Strand: Where to Worship from Murrells Inlet to Loris Table of Contents Easter Morning on the Grand Strand Myrtle Beach Easter Services North Myrtle Beach and Atlantic Beach Churches Murrells Inlet and Garden City Churches Little River Churches Conway Churches Loris Churches Celebrate Easter at the Beach Easter Morning on the Grand Strand Easter on the Grand Strand begins before the restaurants open and long...

Easter 2026 on the Grand Strand: Egg Hunts, Festivals, Food Trucks and the Sweet Return of Spring Table of Contents Spring Arrives on the Grand Strand North Myrtle Beach: Bunny Hops, Egg Hunts and Beach Music Conway and Little River: Small-Town Energy, Big Family Fun Myrtle Beach: Spring Fest and Food Truck Weekend Socastee and Murrells Inlet: Heritage, Gardens and Waterfront Spring Why This Season Feels Different Plan Your Easter...

New Pirate-Themed Waterfront Restaurant Opens in Murrells Inlet with All-Day Happy Hour Table of Contents A Fresh Concept on the Murrells Inlet Waterfront Casual Seafood and Comfort Food A Pirate-Themed Dining Experience Live Music and All-Day Happy Hour A Great Stop During a Grand Strand Vacation Visitors exploring the South Carolina coast now have another reason to stop along the famous Murrells Inlet MarshWalk area. A brand-new waterfront dining spot...

Pasta for Pets: A Delicious Way to Support Animal Rescue on the Grand Strand Table of Contents More Than a Fundraiser Organizations Protecting Animals Along the Grand Strand The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach Grand Strand Humane Society Kind Keeper Animal Rescue A Pet-Friendly Community by the Beach How You Can Help Plan Your Visit to North Myrtle Beach Along the Grand Strand, compassion often shows itself in quiet...

North Myrtle Beach Turns Green for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival Table of Contents A Sea of Green: The Famous North Myrtle Beach Parade Parade Route and Viewing Tips The Street Festival on Main Street Fun Contests and Family Activities Live Entertainment Schedule Parking and Shuttle Information Make It a North Myrtle Beach Getaway Every spring, North Myrtle Beach wakes up to the sound of bagpipes, laughter, and...

New Restaurants and Shops Coming Near North Myrtle Beach and Little River Table of Contents A New Publix Grocery Store Near North Myrtle Beach Restaurants and Businesses Planned for the Plaza More Businesses Coming to the North Myrtle Beach Area Exploring the Northern Grand Strand Plan Your North Myrtle Beach Vacation The northern end of the Grand Strand continues to grow, and visitors staying in North Myrtle Beach are about...

North Myrtle Beach Farmers Market: Fresh Finds, Friendly Faces, and Friday Favorites There is something comforting about a farmers market in the South. It is not just the tomatoes lined up in bright red rows or the smell of baked goods drifting across the tables. It is the feeling of a place still connected to the land, to the seasons, and to the people who make a living with their...

Downtown Myrtle Beach Comes Alive: Events, Music, and Art at Nance Plaza Table of Contents Why Nance Plaza Feels Different Right Now A New Gathering Place in Downtown Myrtle Beach First Friday ArtWalk: Art in the Open Air Nights at Nance: Live Music Under the Evening Sky The Growing Energy of Downtown Myrtle Beach Adding Downtown Events to Your Myrtle Beach Vacation Book Your Beach Vacation There’s a different rhythm...