Author: Garden City Beach

Here are a few holiday happenings that are upcoming in Murrells Inlet. Great for the whole family! Sunday, December 4, 2011 .. 3:00 pm Annual Christmas Parade – Boats & Floats for the Kids Get in the holiday spirit with the Annual Community Christmas Parade beginning at 3:00 pm! Come and enjoy the fun as the Murrells Inlet Christmas Parade… Read More “Holidays in Murrells Inlet are the Best on the Beach!”

A great way to celebrate the nice brisk weather and enjoy the company of hundreds of fellow oyster lovers, this annual creek-front tradition is a favorite for locals and visitors. Oyster-eaters belly up to the tables for an all-you-can-eat afternoon feast of steamed oysters. And you can bet…you will get your belly-fully of oysters that afternoon. All-you-can-eat oyster tickets cost… Read More “8th Annual Murrells Inlet Oyster Roast”

I know many people, when they think of vacationing at the beach, they think of Summer. Obviously this is the go to time of year when families vacation. It’s hot, that’s when everyone else comes, the kids are out of school. But I’m here to tell you, as someone who had lived at the beach my whole life, the absolute… Read More “An Ode to Fall at the Beach”

If you’re looking for good food, a nice atmosphere and one of the most amazing views on the Grand Stand, look no further than Gulf Stream Café. A favorite among locals and visitors alike, Gulf Stream is located on the south end of Garden City Beach, next to Marlin Quay Marina. They have a great happy hour and early evening… Read More “Gulf Stream Café in Garden City Beach”

Anyone who lives on or likes to visit the South end of the Grand Strand are in for a treat! A new, state-of-the-art movie theater has opened at the Inlet Square Mall! The 11 screen cinema features Sony surround sound, comfy leather chairs, and stadium seating, sure to be a hit with residents of Garden City, Murrells Inlet and Pawleys… Read More “New Movie Theater in Murrells Inlet Opens with a Bang!”

It was another beautiful Fourth of July in Murrells Inlet and Garden City! The docks and boats were as festive as always, and everyone was “Riding the Inlet Wave of Freedom,” which was the theme this year. Food, fun, friends and fireworks abounded!… Read More “Fourth of July in Murrells Inlet”

Too often, those of us who actually live on the Grand Strand forget how many great attractions we have at our fingertips and we take for granted all that Myrtle Beach and the surrounding area have to offer. So it’s nice every now and then to get out and try a few new things! The other day I wanted to… Read More “A native plays tourist in Myrtle Beach”

If you’re in Garden City and you really want to have a relaxing day, do yourself a favor and spend it on the water in the Inlet! There are many different water activities you and your family can partake of in the Garden City/ Murrells Inlet area. For instance, boat rentals (a small safety course is required) jet ski rentals,… Read More “Murrells Inlet: A Day on the Water”

On Saturday, May 21st, Georgetown will celebrate the Annual Harborwalk Festival. Events range from harbor boat tours, to a bass fishing tournament and is topped off by a street dance until midnight with live music. The festival was originally designed to help defray the cost of the downtown redevelopment. This included building the 12 foot wide Harborwalk along the shoreline… Read More “The Historic City of Georgetown”

The weather is lovely and vacation time is here! Time to stroll and fish The Pier, get some homemade ice cream from Painter’s, visit Sam’s Corner and boogie board on the beach! Greetings from Garden City Beach!… Read More “Welcome to Garden City Beach, South Carolina!”