November Calendar of Events 2017

November in Myrtle Beach brings its own rewards with beautiful weather and no crowds.  If you are looking for even more reasons to come see us at Plantation Resort, you’ll find them here in our list of November events. Expect to see more blogs coming up, detailing some of your favorite holiday activities such as the best places to eat for Thanksgiving and what to do for the upcoming Holidays. 

Island Fever Music Fest
November 4th
12-3 pm
La Belle Amie Vineyard
$8

Enjoy an afternoon of music at the Island Fever Music Fest. Sunshine and salty ocean breezes provide the perfect atmosphere for this fantastic event. You’ll find plenty of seating under the cabanas or the pavilion, on the decks or porches. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a little wine and lots of friendly folks. Bring a portable chair, or use one of theirs if you arrive early enough. Festival dates are subject to change. Inclement weather may cause a last-minute postponement or cancellation, so check the website or call prior to coming to the event.

Art in the Park
November 4th – 5th
10 am-4 pm
Chapin Park

Art in the Park features over 40 artists from as near as North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia and as far away as California, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York and Pennsylvania. Featured art includes paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone. It’s a great experience for any lover of the arts.

Annual Myrtle Beach 400
November 9th – 11th and 16th – 18th
Myrtle Beach Speedway
$20/General Admission (kids 12 and under get in free)

Don’t miss the Myrtle Beach 400! It’s 2 weekends of back to back racing action. See the South East Limited Late Models the 1st weekend and the NASCAR Late Models the 2nd weekend battle it out for the win!

Dickens Christmas Show
November 9th – 12th
9 am-6 pm, 9 am-8 pm, 9 am-8 pm, 12-6 pm
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Prices Vary 

The Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals is a unique national award winning event comprised of shopping and entertainment options for individuals and groups alike. The Dickens Christmas Show Holiday Shopping is Victorian Holiday-themed with hundreds of period clad vendors hawking everything from jewelry, gifts, toys, arts and crafts, gourmet foods, holiday decor and more. There’s truly something for everyone on your holiday list. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Strolling Victorian Musicians, Tea Leaf Readers, Punch & Judy Shows, Shadow Box Displays, a Life Sized Historic Santa through the Ages Exhibit and a real live Santa, each lend their own charm to the show. Plus there are elaborate Festival displays of Trees, of Tables, of Wreaths Dickens Show Crafts and the Festival of Worlds that add to the experience too!

Snowball Drop
November 11th
Starts at 10 am
Downtown Conway

Approximately 1,500 ping-pong balls with store names and prize numbers written on them will be fired high into the air from a “snowball cannon.” After catching snowballs, participants visit the various shops to claim their coupon, special offer or gift. Snowball Drop participants are invited to gather on Laurel Street between 3rd & 4th Avenue to catch the snowballs as they rain down on waiting shoppers.  But remember…don’t be late – the blizzard starts at 10:00 a.m. sharp! The first launch is for kids only and features small prizes from Conway Alive. The remaining launches are for adults only and feature 40+ Conway businesses. This event is free and open to the public. Conway Alive reminds participants that some attendees become very excited when the snowballs are launched and therefore some pushing and running may occur during the event.

 

 

 

 

 

Art in the Park
November 11th – 12th
10 am-4 pm
Valor Park

Located in nearby Market Common, Art in the Park features over 40 artists from as near as North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia and as far away as California, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York and Pennsylvania.   Featured art includes paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone. It’s a great experience for any lover of the arts.

Mythical and Medieval Festival
November 11th – 12th
11 am-7 pm, 11 am-6 pm
RH Acres
$7/Adult, $3/Child, Children under 3 free

The Mythical & Medieval Fest is a Renaissance-themed festival to raise money for Caleb’s Dragonfly Dreams. Caleb’s Dragonfly Dreams is a local non-profit in Myrtle Beach that provides positive activities to children that have been abused, abandoned or neglected and reside in group homes or shelters. This noble charity provides you with a whimsical realm filled with a fairy forest, medieval combat, princesses, artisan’s village area, fire show and much more. This event is for the whole family. Enjoy free activities like archery and Viking toss. Parents put your shillings away because everything inside the Children’s Realm is included with your paid admission. Sit on a hay bale and listen to musicians strum their guitars and play their flutes or watch blacksmiths form a bracelet from hard steel and glass blowers melt glass into a beautiful pendant.

Annual Tree Lighting
November 18th
6-8 pm
The Market Common

You’ll find a train for the children on Deville Street as well as a balloon artist, face painter, carnival games and inflatables on Reed. The stage events begin with Ruckus Drumline in front of the Grand 14, followed by Beach Brass Quintet and Santa! Santa uses his magic to light the tree and after is found in his sleigh in front of The Grand 14 available for visits and pictures with the children.

WineStock
November 18th
La Belle Amie Vineyard
$8/Adult

It’s the La Belle Amie version of Woodstock – a tasty combo of music and wine. You’ll find plenty of seating under the cabanas or the pavilion, on the decks or porches. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a little wine and lots of friendly folks. Bring a portable chair, or use one of theirs if you arrive early enough. Admission is reduced by $3 if you bring 2 canned/dry good food items for the area food bank. Festival dates are subject to change. Inclement weather may cause a last-minute postponement or cancellation, so check the website or call prior to coming to the event.

SC State Bluegrass Festival 
November 23rd – 25th
12-10 pm, 12-10 pm, 12-10:30 pm
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Ticket Prices Vary

If you love bluegrass, here’s your chance to hear some of the great bluegrass musicians of our day. The lineup includes Dailey & Vincent, the Grazcals, the Trinity River Band and more!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanksgiving Dinner at Plantation Resort 
November 23rd
2 pm (Advanced Purchase Required)
Activity Center

Plantation Resort is serving a delicious Thanksgiving meal for you to enjoy! Bring your family and your appetite and come together with other Resort guests to share in Thanksgiving Dinner at the Activity Center.  Meals are also available for delivery to your condo so you and your family can enjoy a special feast dining in at your “home away from home.”

Surfside Rotary Turkey Trot
November 23rd
Surfside Beach
Prices Vary (and increase as the event draws closer)

This race is just around the corner from Plantation Resort.  Run with over 12,000 others in the race that begins and ends at the Atlantic Ocean and supports our local Rotary Club. There’s a free tot race for kids.  After the races, you can enjoy some delicious Bojangles Biscuits and chocolate milk.

Grand Strand Turkey Trot
November 23rd
The Market Common
4 pm – 7 pm
Prices Vary (and increase as the event draws closer)

This race runs through the beautiful Market Common located on the former historic Air Force base. Race proceeds support the Myrtle Beach Humane Society, so head on out, enjoy the crisp fall breeze, some Bojangles catering and the great feeling of supporting the local Humane Society.

Holiday Spirits Bonfire
November 25th
La Belle Amie Vineyard

Celebrate with music, delicious wine and good food. Hay rides, children’s activities and great fun for all. Bring two canned/dry good items for the food bank and receive a $3 discount on admission.

Thanksgiving Weekend Fireworks Extravaganza
November 25th
10 pm
Broadway at the Beach

End your Thanksgiving week with a bang at the Broadway at the Beach Fireworks Extravaganza!

Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
November 25th
Begins at 5 pm
Little River

Each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the curtain rises on this spectacular maritime parade at the Little River Inlet at 5 pm and travels south, arriving at Dock Holidays Marina at 7 pm. Gather your family and watch the parade as it passes various viewing areas along the waterway from Little River to Dock Holidays Marina.

Holidays on the Boardwalk
November 24th to January 1st
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Don’t miss Holidays on the Boardwalk in Myrtle Beach beginning the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Each week will feature a holiday light show, camel rides, live entertainment, and visits with Santa! The Festival of Lights is a must-see.  

Reserve Your Stay at Plantation Resort

All of these November events are just a short drive from your favorite “home away from home” at Plantation Resort. Call Owner Services at 1-800-845-5039 to reserve your stay today.