12/20/2024Just because it's winter doesn't mean the beach is quiet - the list of things to do in Myrtle Beach in January 2025 is longer than you’d expect! Unlike in years past, most of Myrtle Beach now stays open year-round. Restaurants, shops and attractions continue to welcome visitors and locals alike.
Many golfers head to Myrtle Beach in the winter for the great golf packages and deals, while others visit to enjoy the beach with fewer people. Some just love the mild winter weather that Myrtle Beach has compared to up North. Did you know that the average temperature in Myrtle Beach in January is nearly 60 degrees? No matter why you've come to stay, we've found all of the fun things to do Myrtle Beach in the winter!
While Winter Wonderland at the Beach is a Christmas event, it extends through the first few days of January to make sure as many people get to experience the magic as possible. Light displays are on nightly through January 5, 2025.
A welcome refuge from the chilly winter air, Ripley's Myrtle Beach gives guests the opportunity to explore mystifying underwater worlds without dipping a toe into cold water. Home to thousands of marine species, interactive exhibits, and add-on experiences to make your trip even better, Ripley's is easily one of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach when it's cold outside.
Kids and grownups alike love this interactive science museum. Brave hurricane force winds, touch water the same temperature that Titanic sank in, blow human-sized bubbles, make music with your shadow, and so much more. Want more excitement? WonderWorks also has laser tag and ropes courses.
January 18, 2025
Myrtle Beach's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade will feature high school marching bands, performers, community groups, and more on decorated floats. Gather with locals to celebrate and remember Dr. King! Watch the City of Myrtle Beach's Facebook page for announcements about the parade route and details.
Spend your Christmas money or just enjoy window shopping at Tanger Outlets. Browse classic stores like Nike, Coach, J. Crew, Kate Spade, and more, plus tasty restaurants to keep you fueled up for a full day of shopping and fun.
Home to both local and nationally-recognized brands, The Market Common in Myrtle Beach is a one-stop destination for food, entertainment, and fun. Whether you want to shop 'til you drop, indulge in local flavors, bowl a round against your group, see a movie, or any combination of it all, you can find it right here in The Market Common.
Visiting Myrtle Beach for New Year's 2025? The Market Common is the site of Southern Times Square, the Grand Strand's answer to Times Square New Year's Eve.
From tap rooms to restaurants with their own flavors, you're never far from a delicious brew in Myrtle Beach. Atlas Tap House, New South Brewing, Whiskey Roots, The Bowery, and Grand Strand Brewing are the closest breweries to Coral Beach Resort.
Myrtle Beach has a seemingly endless number of miniature golf courses. Pirates, dinosaurs, and more adorn these fun courses, many of which have winter hours to entice locals and visitors to keep their games sharp. Be sure to check your chosen course's website for their hours before you make a trip.
Quite the step up fro mini golf, TopGolf Myrtle Beach is a fun activity for groups of all sizes. Reserve your bay and enjoy perfecting your swing. Work up an appetite? TopGolf's menu is almost as legendary as their business model.
Shops, restaurants, and more await at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach in January. No matter what time of year, Broadway is bustling with things to do. Whether you're on the hunt for a local souvenir or the perfect meal, you'll find it at Broadway at the Beach.
Stay warm and pick up a little culture on your way at Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum, Myrtle Beach's only art museum. Resuming normal hours on January 2, 2025, this Myrtle Beach art museum is located just across the street from the beach for an easy stroll before or after you visit.
Dolphin cruises are a popular year round activity in Myrtle Beach, and January is no exception. Though a January trip means bundling up for the boat, the sight of dolphin fins breaking the surface of the sparkling blue water on a crisp winter day is unbeatable. Many cruises guarantee a sighting or your next trip is free!
Alabama Theatre's January 2025 season includes The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston, Rickey Mokel's I Think About Stuff, and Let's Hang On: Frankie Valli Tribute. From legendary renditions to comedy specials, you're in for a treat this January in Myrtle Beach.
Through January 5, 2025 enjoy Brookgreen Gardens' iconic Nights of a Thousand Candles. The already-stunning gardens are decorated in thousands of sparkling lights and hand-lit candles, adding a magic to the landscape that only comes around once a year. Even when the holiday events are over, Brookgreen makes an amazing day trip. Bundle up and stroll through the interesting ecosystems present and thriving in coastal South Carolina.
The remaining oceanfront green space on the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach State Park is a unique place to spend a January day in Myrtle. Watch for migratory birds, stroll along the beach and hunt for shells, and explore trails away from chilly breezes.
Located south of Coral Beach Resort, the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk is a one-of-a-kind seaside escape featuring a lively night scene, fresh seafood and a wealth of water activities like kayaking, boating and more. Learn more about why we love the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk.
For the days when you don’t feel like leaving the resort, slip on your swimsuit, grab a towel and head downstairs. Coral Beach Resorts & Suites has one of the largest indoor heated pool complexes in Myrtle Beach. Our spacious indoor pool is heated to a perfect 86 degrees. The best part? All of these onsite indoor water features are included with your stay!
Our oceanfront Myrtle Beach resort also features an on-site bowling alley. Take a look inside our 4th floor entertainment zone.
Whether you're enjoying a round of golf (or miniature golf), meandering the trails of the state park or enjoying a local event, there are endless things to do in Myrtle Beach in the winter.
Ready to book your Myrtle Beach winter vacation? Check out our January special offers now. Here’s a list of even more reasons to visit Myrtle Beach in the Winter. See you in January!