Myrtle Beach is in full holiday mode this weekend. From downtown art walks to oceanfront lights, small-town parades, and candlelit gardens, the Grand Strand is packed with things to do from Friday, December 5 through Sunday, December 7, 2025.
If you are visiting—or you already live here and are thinking about your next move—here is your weekend guide, along with how Joel Barber Realtor can help you make this coastal lifestyle your everyday reality.
Friday, December 5: Art, Lights, and Ocean Views
Kick off the weekend downtown with the F1rst Friday Art Walk Holiday Edition, happening Friday, December 5, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Myrtle Beach Arts & Innovation District. Local businesses, galleries, and restaurants host artists, live music, and pop-up performances all evening.
From there, stroll toward the oceanfront to experience Winter Wonderland at The Beach, running nightly from November 28, 2025, through January 4, 2026. Walk through shimmering light displays along the Boardwalk and enjoy the festive atmosphere from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. each night.
If you catch yourself saying, “I wish we lived close enough to walk here every Friday,” that is exactly the kind of conversation Joel Barber Realtor has with buyers. Joel knows the oceanfront condo towers, second-row buildings, and nearby neighborhoods that offer easy access to downtown events while still giving you the privacy and comfort you want at home.
Saturday, December 6: Parade Night and Big Holiday Shows
On Saturday, December 6, head up to North Myrtle Beach for the NMB Christmas Parade, one of the Grand Strand’s favorite holiday traditions. The nighttime parade begins at 5:30 p.m. along Main Street, with lighted floats, decorated vehicles, and local groups creating a classic small-town-at-the-beach feel.
Saturday is also packed with major holiday shows:
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The Carolina Opry Christmas Special – “The Christmas Show of the South” offers performances this weekend, including 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. shows on Saturday, December 6, at The Carolina Opry on North Kings Highway.
After the parade or the show, you are just a short drive from many of the neighborhoods and communities that buyers love—golf course developments, Intracoastal Waterway homes, and quiet residential streets. Joel Barber Realtor can help you compare North Myrtle Beach, central Myrtle Beach, and the surrounding areas so you can decide where you want to spend future parade nights.
All Weekend: Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens
Just south of Myrtle Beach in Murrells Inlet, Brookgreen Gardens is in the heart of its famous Nights of a Thousand Candles celebration. This weekend, December 5–7, 2025, the gardens glow from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with more than 2,700 hand-lit candles, millions of lights, and live music in a breathtaking Lowcountry setting.
Many locals consider this a must-do every year and plan their holiday calendars around it. If you fall in love with the Murrells Inlet side of the Grand Strand—marsh views, big trees, and a quieter pace—Joel Barber Realtor can show you homes and communities that keep you close to both Brookgreen Gardens and the beach.
Ready to Turn a Holiday Weekend Into a Home Search?
This weekend’s events highlight what living here really looks like: evenings under the lights, community parades, and first-class entertainment just a short drive from home.
If you are thinking about buying or selling along the Grand Strand, connect with Joel Barber Realtor:
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Call or Text: 843-655-2979
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Email: jbarber.realtor@gmail.com
Whether you want an oceanfront condo, a golf course home, a quiet neighborhood near Brookgreen, or a North Myrtle Beach property close to Main Street, Joel Barber Realtor can guide you through every step and help you find the right fit.
