Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

Last Thanksgiving, Loris groups hosted two free dinners; the event at Ernie's Hometown Diner on November 27 served turkey, stuffing, and sides from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. while a Thanksgiving Feast at Capture Inc. Community Center offered an early dinner and takeout service on November 25.

On Wednesday, Bourbon Street Bar and Grill in Myrtle Beach hosts a Thanksgiving Eve Bash featuring an outdoor bar experience by Carolina Social — with live music from The Zilches, a raffle to benefit local families, and a request for a donation to Toys for Tots; Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church also holds a free Thanksgiving Kick-Off at 3:15 p.m. along Dirty Branch Road. On Thanksgiving Day, Turkey Trots will start at 8 a.m. along Farrow Parkway in Myrtle Beach, Ocean Boulevard in Surfside Beach, and in Barefoot Landing.

On Monday, Nov. 24, Lindsey Rea signed legal adoption papers for siblings C.J. and J.J at the Horry County Government and Justice Building — a moment celebrated by Legacy Church and community members after years in foster care.

Chabad of Myrtle Beach has proposed a 37-building complex for the local Jewish community that will include a school, worship center and rental units, and now awaits City Council approval—city leaders already approved annexation requests for the site—and the project will be built on 6.4 acres over 10 years with planned public improvements such as new sidewalks and security cameras.

Myrtle Beach will host its annual Christmas tree lighting event in Plyler Park on Saturday, with festivities starting at 4pm and the 32-foot tree lit at 6:15pm.

The event features live holiday music, free hot cocoa and coffee, and offers photo opportunities with holiday characters (a local tradition) and a chance to meet Santa (an expected highlight).

Low Country Community Church will host its annual N.O.A.H. event this Thanksgiving to offer a warm meal and gathering for the community—Pastor Steve Fairchild explained it will run from Noon to 3:00 p.m. on November 27th at 4430 Murrells Inlet Road.

Hundreds gathered at the Market Common tree lighting ceremony Saturday night on the Grand Strand — Santa Claus arrived, took the stage to light the tree, and marked the start of the festive holiday season.

Hagan Trading Post specializes in handmade wood items and will appear at local farmers markets — the vendor offers quality craftsmanship and unique designs — locals can follow updates on Facebook.

On Friday at 2:30 a.m., four non-student individuals entered Singleton Young Hall at CCU and stole a flag while damaging the area—parents say the response was too mild and fear for student safety remains high.

HGTC held a community forum at the State Theatre in Loris on November 20th where over 100 local residents, educators and business leaders filled out surveys on a possible satellite campus to help ease long commutes in northwest Horry County—officials now plan to review the feedback and gather further input before deciding on the campus proposal. The effort could lead to a new learning center serving Loris, Green Seas, Longs and Aynor areas.

A beach clean up took place in Atlantic Beach Sunday morning to remove trash and restore dunes — a move aimed at preserving the coastline for local residents.

South Carolina officials urge drivers to buckle up, slow down, and put phones away to stay safe during holiday travel.

Law enforcement will begin road checks tomorrow at 6 p.m. through Sunday night—focusing on high crash areas and impaired driving.

CodeRED is experiencing a nationwide outage after a cybersecurity incident earlier this month, yet local emergency agencies continue sending IPAWS alerts using backup systems — officials advise residents to enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on mobile devices and change any reused passwords immediately. The outage does not affect alerts from the National Weather Service.

SC Blue announced it will offer free support to help residents navigate open enrollment for 2026—guiding them through plan selection and coverage options.

Open Mic Night with Luke

7-11 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Hang out with Luke at the Open Mic and showcase your talent in a lively atmosphere.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Avista Resort

Holiday Feast — Dinner Time — Avista Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful Thanksgiving meal by the ocean in North Myrtle Beach.

Christmas Craftpalooza

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront — Free admission — Explore local crafts and enjoy homemade treats at this holiday kick-off event.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special

1-2:30 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Early reservations recommended — Celebrate the enchanting spirit of Christmas with music, comedy, and dance performances by a talented cast in a stunning holiday setting.

The Montgomery Family Christmas Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Briarcliffe RV Resort Inc. — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of joyful Christmas and Gospel music performed by The Montgomery Family.

Jukebox Bingo Night at Taco Mundo

5-7 p.m. — Taco Mundo Kitchen y Cantina — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of music bingo at this lively cantina.

Trivia Tuesday

7-9 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse (Tap & Grill) — Reservations required — Test your knowledge with weekly trivia challenges at a popular local venue.

Wednesday Night Open Mic with Luke

7-11 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of entertainment and creativity at the weekly open mic night.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special

1-2:30 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets required — Experience a stunning holiday celebration with music, comedy, and dazzling decor in Myrtle Beach's top Christmas show.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special

7-8:30 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting blend of holiday music, dance, and comedy at the ultimate Christmas show in Myrtle Beach.