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Grand Strand Fall Festivals
You don’t need analysts to tell you which festivals to attend. You need a nice list. And that’s what you’ve found here.
Autumn brings warm yet cooler weather. That’s perfect for festivals.
You’ll find friendly folks and fantastic food on the fall festival scene. Also, magnificent music and creative crafts. Get down to the Grand Strand this fall and see for yourself.
Handbook of Myrtle Beach Fall Festivals
There are traditional festivals on the Grand Strand, but they’re anything but routine. Check out the fun you could have this autumn in Myrtle Beach.
SEPT. 23-25 - BEACH 'N CHILI FEST
The 55th Annual World Championship Chili Cook-off is heading back to The Beach in 2022! This BEACH ‘N CHILI FEST will feature over 500 flavors of award-winning chili for your sampling pleasure!
There’s fun in the sun for all ages, from live music to car shows, celebrity appearances, and more! Gate admission is FREE.
SEPT. 26-OCT. 2 - FALL RALLY
Hangout locations include The Beaver Bar, Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson, Jamin’ Leather, and others. Cruising daycations include rides from Murrells Inlet to Charleston and Wilmington.
OCT. 1 - Surfside Beach Family Festival
Surfside Drive
10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Enjoy arts and crafts, childrens’ activities, food booths, live entertainment, and more. FREE.
OCT. 2-3 - MYRTLE BEACH JERK FEST
Broadway Street will shut down for this extravaganza. It’s in honor of this fusion of African and Taíno cultures in Jamaica. Enjoy food trucks, live entertainment, retail vendors, and more. General admission is FREE, but you must buy tickets to have wine.
OCT. 8 - 7TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL
Sawgrass Pediatric Dentistry
Noon-4 p.m.: FREE community festival. Enjoy bounce houses, DJ, dance, food vendors, face painting, gymnastics, mascots, and more. Arrive early for swag.
OCT. 8-9 - ART IN THE PARK
Valor Park, Market Common
10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Don’t miss the year’s third installment of this event, by Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild. See work from artists nationwide in an array of mediums. FREE.
OCT. 13-16 - MYRTLE BEACH GREEK FESTIVAL
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, North Myrtle Beach
11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday: Enjoy an incredible lineup of Greek dishes and pastries.
OCT. 15-17 - MYRTLE BEACH JAZZ FESTIVAL
Carver Street, downtown Myrtle Beach
Hear the soulful sounds of local and regional musicians at the sixth rendition of this event. The area is rich in musical history. Little Richard, Otis Redding, Ray Charles, and others have performed there. This year’s lineup includes Jeff Dimaio, Jeanette HarrisJames Stephens III, and more.
OCT. 16 - SHARE THE LOVE OF LOCAL FALL FESTIVAL
Cooper House & Event Center
11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Eat, drink shop, live, and play local. Enjoy drinks, food, games, kids’ activities, a pumpkin sale, and shopping. FREE. Enter online to qualify for a free swag bag.
NOV. 5 - BREW AT THE ZOO
Brookgreen Gardens
5:30 -8:30 p.m: Brookgreen Gardens is happy to announce their annual event, Brew at the Zoo will be taking place yet again this fall!
In the possibility of rain, the event will be rescheduled for the following day, November 6th. Brew at the Zoo is located at the Lowcountry Zoo and guests should plan to arrive there.
This year, Brew at the Zoo will be hosting The Paul Grimshaw Band to perform live during the event! Brew at the Zoo has been a well known fall favorite to all guests and visitors! This event is a great way to see the beauty of Brookgreen all while having a fun night of beer tasting and visiting vendors from all over! Brew at the Zoo is a charity event held every year to help raise money and to help support Brookgreen Gardens.
This event is only open to guests 21 and over and includes a beer tasting. Tickets for members can be purchased for $45 and non-members for $50 for a ticket wristband.
There are also $25 Designated Driver tickets available for purchase. Designated Driver tickets are the same for members and non-members and do not include a beer tasting.
Additionally, you can also choose to purchase a Brew at the Zoo VIP ticket for $100 each. The VIP ticket includes seating in the VIP Beer Garden and a private beer tasting with full sized beers as well as soups.
The perfect place to stay: Brittain Resorts & Hotels
After you enjoy the festivities, retreat back to comfortable accommodations. Take a dip in a pool, or relax while enjoying an oceanfront view. With many resorts to choose from, you’ll find the perfect option for your family at Brittain Resorts!