Best Things to do in Myrtle Beach in April

 

Winter is long gone, and one of the best months to visit Myrtle Beach is upon us! April is by far one of the best months to visit Myrtle Beach, as the shoulder season is in full swing. The weather has heated up to a comfortable level at this point, but the massive crowds have not yet arrived. This is because Myrtle Beach is largely a family vacation destination, and school is still in session! It will be a couple of months until families begin to make their treks down to South Carolina's best beaches. Visiting while the crowds are minimal is one of the best ways to enjoy the Grand Strand, as the lines and wait times at all of the best attractions and restaurants are virtually non-existent. This post is going to break out some of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach in April, and you should listen up whether this is your first time visiting, you are an annual visitor, or you are a full-time resident! As if that isn't enough, we will end by detailing a few reasons why April is actually one of the best months to visit Myrtle Beach!

 

1.     Celebrate Easter At One of Myrtle Beach's Best Restaurants (Or On a Resort!)

 

We mentioned in the introduction that April is one of the best times to visit Myrtle Beach because the area is still in the middle of its shoulder season, and crowds are diminished as school is still in session and families stay home. Well, the exception to this is certainly Easter week, as many schools around the east coast have the week off! Spending Easter break at Myrtle Beach is a pretty common thing for families that like to visit the Grand Strand, and this is the one week of the spring that things almost feel like they do in the summer. 

 

This should not deter you from coming, though! The area does a fantastic job of hosting its guests for Easter, which is further evidenced by the large number of families that make the trip here every April. Restaurants and resorts host delicious Easter breakfasts, brunches, and dinners, and the weather is warm enough to explore the area or relax on the beach after you eat. While the larger crowds may seem like a deterrent at first, they do a lot to wake the area up from its winter slumber and open up the offering of the best Myrtle Beach activities!

 

2.     Catch a Myrtle Beach Pelicans Baseball Game

 

The beginning of April marks the beginning of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans' season, and this is not something you want to overlook! The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are the city's minor league baseball team, and this squad does a great job of making the game of baseball fun to watch as a family. Friends of ours at The Present Perspective ranked attending a Myrtle Beach Pelicans game as one of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach, regardless of the time of year, and we could not agree more! Since they are only a minor league team, tickets are remarkably cheap while the fun level is just as high. This April, the Pelicans play at home between the 12th and 17, and between the 26th and 30th. Even if you aren't a baseball fan, this is one of the best date night ideas or events for a night out as a family that you will find in the area during April. You won't regret it!

 

3.     Smell the Intoxicating Barbecue at Smoke on the Beach

 

This year on April 15 from 3:00 to 10:00 and April 16 from 10:00 to 6:00, Smoke on the Beach is the single best thing to do in Myrtle Beach. This event will feature over 50 barbecue masters competing for a wide range of prizes, as well as vendors, food trucks, and more. We all know that good barbecue is a time-tested staple of southern cuisine, and this event is nothing but further evidence of that! There is much fun to be had, and much delicious food to be eaten! If that isn't enough, there will even be live music and a car show added on top. If you happen to be in Myrtle Beach on Easter weekend, you can't miss this. 

 

 

4.     Do Some Shopping at the Tanger Outlets, Barefoot Landing, or Broadway at the Beach

 

The end of tax season is upon us, which means there is a good chance you are due for a nice and sizable tax refund! If this is the case for you, you may be looking for some creative ways to burn through some of that cash. While Myrtle Beach is typically more known for its restaurants and beaches, there are also a handful of favorite shopping venues that deserve a visit as well! Really, when you think about the number of visitors that this area receives each year (tens of millions each summer, to be exact) the area has to be equipped to satisfy all of their touristy desires. Going shopping in Myrtle Beach is not a rainy-day activity like it is in many other places, as the best shopping venues in Myrtle Beach are all outdoors. From great deals at the Tanger Outlets, to lovely evenings out at Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the Beach, you have plenty of great places to shop in the Grand Strand, making shopping one of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach in April.

 

 

5.     Play a Round of Golf at One of Myrtle Beach’s Many Renowned Golf Courses

 

At this point in the year, the weather is consistently beautiful and the humidity is very low. If you want to head to Myrtle Beach to go golfing, this is as good a time as any! If you have read any of our posts, by this time you ought to know that Myrtle Beach’s nickname is the “Golf Capital of the World”! There are so many golf courses that you can play at in the Grand Strand, and they span across all difficulty levels. Golfers of all levels can find a course that suits their style of play, whether they prefer a 6 pack and a cigar over a laid back day of 18 holes, or a more intense round with strict focus on the rules and final outcomes. Even miniature golf is a viable option in Myrtle Beach, as it feels like there is a miniature golf course almost every five minutes!

 

 

6.     Head to Pancakes and Penguins at Ripley’s Aquarium

 

This month, Pancakes and Penguins is making two appearances at Ripley's Aquarium in Broadway at the beach. The first of those appearances, however, is already sold out. (This goes to show just how popular of an event it is!) If you wanted to visit on April 11, you are out of luck. However, if you are hoping to visit on the 13th, you still have a chance to buy tickets! From 8:00 am to 10:00 am, this event allows for patrons to meet and greet the aquarium’s penguins before the aquarium opens for the day while also having a unique visitor experience and eating a nice breakfast. The breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, fruits, coffee, and juices. In addition to the meet and greet with the penguins and the breakfast, guests can expect a photo op with the aquarium’s mascot, a craft session, and admission to the aquarium once the event has concluded. Tickets cost $59.99 for adults and as low as $12.99 for kids depending on their age. Be sure to purchase your tickets online in advance to make sure that you have a spot, as the event will not happen again until mid May, most likely. Pancakes and Penguins is one of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach in April, and if you miss this opportunity you won’t have another chance for several weeks. Unless you live here, that is probably not very useful!

 

7.     Attend a Concert or Show

 

Myrtle Beach has a handful of concert and show venues, and the event lineup in April is absolutely packed. From country singers, to musicals, to tribute shows about some of music’s greatest artists, the lineup of shows has a little something to please everyone. Here is a quick look at some of the best shows and concerts coming to Myrtle Beach this April:

 

• Remember When Rock Was Young – Elton John Tribute at The Carolina Opry Theatre on April 3

• Drew Holcomb at the House of Blues on April 9

• The Platters, The Drifters, And The Coasters at Alabama Theatre on April 23

• Jazz in the Park Concert at Grand Park at The Market Common on April 24

• The Gaither Vocal Band at The Carolina Opry on April 24

• Three Dog Night at Alabama Theatre on April 30

 

 

Why is April One of the Best Months to Visit Myrtle Beach?

 

You have seen us write this before, and we will write it again: there really is no such thing as a bad month to visit Myrtle Beach. There is always something going on here, even in the peak of winter, and the weather throughout the entire year is quite tolerable for most people, if not relaxing and comfortable! In our opinion, when it comes down to it, April is definitely one of the best months to make a trip to Myrtle Beach. The weather is nice and warm, which makes for some really enjoyable walks on the beach, rounds of golf, and outdoor dinners. If you get lucky, the weather is even warm enough to lay out and sun tan on the beach and play some beach games, like Spikeball and volleyball. On top of great weather, there are some other really fun things going on in Myrtle Beach in April, which we mentioned above.

 

If all of that weren’t enough, with the exception of Easter weekend, the crowds in Myrtle Beach are minimal in April. Do you love going to Crabby Mike's, but you hate waiting in your car for an hour for a table to come available? You should visit in April, as there is almost never a wait. Most of the restaurants and entertainment venues are open for business, but the massive crowds of the summer have not yet arrived. I think we ought to give those restaurants a bunch of credit, as they really do a great job of getting people in the door as quickly as possibly in the summer. But really, there is nothing better than walking right in the door and feating away on their incredible buffet.

 

The final major upside of visiting Myrtle Beach in April is the tranquility that you will experience, both in the city and at your hotel or other accommodation. Don't get me wrong; Myrtle Beach is a lot of fun in the summer when it is packed, and the energy and fun is infectious. However, there is something really special about the rest and relaxation you can attain here during the low season. You can go for long walks on the beach completely on your own, you can have a peaceful cup of coffee and maintain a conversation without straining your ears, and you can get from the north end of the city to the south end of the city in much less time than it takes in the summer due to the lack of traffic. Myrtle Beach in April is an entirely different universe from Myrtle Beach in the summer, and it is one that we really enjoy without the shadow of a doubt!

 

That is all we have for you about visiting Myrtle Beach in April. As you can see, April is actually one of the best months - if not the best month - to visit the Grand Strand's greatest city. There are countless great and unique things to do, the weather is great, and there are virtually no lines at all – a striking change when compared to the busy summer months where it is not uncommon to wait in line for hours for a table at dinner. If you decide to visit Myrtle Beach or any other place in South Carolina and fall in love, reach out to us for help. We at The Boyd Team are always here to help you figure out whether Myrtle Beach is your next home or not, and we are committed to helping you find the right property for your needs and dreams. Any question that you have about moving to the area and finding your dream home by the beach is our pleasure to answer. Feel free to send us an email at eddie@boydteam.com or text or call us at (843) 222-8566, and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Being true natives of the Grand Strand and Horry County and with over 25 years of experience in the local real estate market, whether buying or selling, we can help you make your dreams a reality.  

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