May marks the beginning of the high season at Myrtle Beach, with crowds starting to develop by the middle of the month. By Memorial Day weekend (one of the busiest weekends of the year), the city is extremely busy. You can expect large numbers of people at the beach and at restaurants and attractions, heavy traffic, and high prices for accommodation.
Weather in May is generally excellent, with plenty of sun and high temperatures, although it is not usually as hot and humid as during the height of summer. May, and especially earlier May before the crowds descend, can be one of the best times of year to visit the Myrtle Beach area.
The biggest events in Myrtle Beach in May include two multi-day bike festivals, each of which attracts thousands of bikers to the Myrtle Beach area, with attendant increases in traffic.
Other events this month include several food and music festivals, summer festivals, a popular car show hosted by the Myrtle Beach Corvette Club, arts events and more. There are also various free outdoor concerts and free family-friendly outdoor movies on during the month of May at several Myrtle Beach locations.
See also:
– Myrtle Beach concerts
– Myrtle Beach’s biggest annual festivals
– Myrtle Beach water sports
– Boat rentals from Myrtle Beach
!Event dates, venue and other details can change at short notice. Please check all information at the official website before making plans to attend an event.
Events this month to be confirmed.
– SOS Spring Safari, April 24 - May 4 2025
Annual shag dancing festival with a variety of events in North Myrtle Beach. More details
– Ocean Drive Beach Music Festival, May 3 2025
Annual festival of beach music in North Myrtle Beach. More details
– Brothers Doobie And Journey Tribute, May 3 2025
Tribute concert at Alabama Theatre. More details
– Tonight’s the Night: Rod Stewart Tribute featuring Rob Caudill & Carmine Appice, May 4 2025
Tribute concert at The Carolina Opry. More details
– Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally, May 9-18 2025
Very popular annual motorcycling festival with events across the Grand Strand, with rides and other events at local venues. More details
– Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally, May 9-18 2025
Very popular annual motorcycling festival with events across the Grand Strand, with rides and other events at local venues. More details
– World Famous Blue Crab Festival, May 17-18 2025
Very popular annual food festival along the Little River waterfront, with local seafood and other festival foods, live beach music, crafts vendors and more. More details
Events this week to be confirmed.
Events this week to be confirmed.
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