Myrtle Beach Events November 2026 | Festivals & Things to Do
Looking for the best Myrtle Beach events in November 2026? November brings a packed lineup of automotive weekends, dance and arts festivals, holiday light shows, races, and seasonal celebrations throughout Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand.
November's calendar includes the Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam, Showstopper Dance Convention, Mythical & Medieval Fest, the Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals, the Myrtle Beach Songwriters Festival, Art in the Park, the Annual Carolinas GCSA Conference & Show, The Great Christmas Light Show, the Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot, Winter Wonderland at the Beach, and Nights of a Thousand Candles.
Whether you're staying in Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, Little River, or Georgetown, use this November 2026 Myrtle Beach events guide to plan your fall getaway.
Traveling with friends, family, a golf group, or an organization? Myrtle Beach Group Shuttle provides private group transportation throughout Myrtle Beach and surrounding Grand Strand communities.
Myrtle Beach Events in November 2026 at a Glance
Oct. 30 - Nov. 1: Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam
Nov. 6 - 8: Showstopper Dance Convention
Nov. 7 - 8: Mythical & Medieval Fest (Weekend 1)
Nov. 12 - 15: Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals
Nov. 13 - 14: Myrtle Beach Songwriters Festival
Nov. 14 - 15: Art in the Park
Nov. 14 - 15: Mythical & Medieval Fest (Weekend 2)
Nov. 16 - 18: Annual Carolinas GCSA Conference & Show
Nov. 23 - Dec. 30: The Great Christmas Light Show
Nov. 26: 20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot
Nov. 25 - Jan. 2: Winter Wonderland at the Beach
Nov. 27 - Jan. 3: Nights of a Thousand Candles
Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam
October 30 - November 1, 2026
November opens with one of the Grand Strand's biggest automotive weekends as the 9th Annual Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam returns October 30 through November 1.
The three-day event brings Jeep enthusiasts together for thousands of Jeeps, beach crawls, vendors, live music, obstacle courses, and family-friendly fun. The event takes place at the former Myrtle Square Mall site, 2501 N. Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach. Jeep Jam weekend kicks off with the Jeepers Creepers Halloween Parade on Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 PM along Ocean Boulevard, free to watch.
Coming into town with a Jeep club or group? Myrtle Beach Group Transportation can help coordinate transportation between hotels, the event grounds, dinners, and nightlife, so nobody in the group has to worry about parking or driving separately.
Showstopper Dance Convention
November 6 - 8, 2026
One of the nation's premier dance conventions comes to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center November 6 through 8, 2026.
Showstopper features workshops, training, performances, and talented dancers from across the country, making it a full weekend for dance families and studios.
Dance families traveling together can use Myrtle Beach Group Transportation to keep everyone together between hotels, the Convention Center, restaurants, and evening activities. Groups flying in for the convention can also pre-book a Myrtle Beach Airport Shuttle from MYR.
Mythical & Medieval Fest
November 7 - 8 and November 14 - 15, 2026
Step back in time at the Mythical & Medieval Fest, which runs two weekends in November: November 7 - 8 and November 14 - 15, 2026, at RH Acres in the Myrtle Beach area.
Both weekends feature live entertainment, artisans, food, and medieval fun for all ages, with live shows and family-friendly activities across the festival grounds.
Families and groups can review Myrtle Beach Group Shuttle Service Areas for transportation to the festival and around the Grand Strand, and keep the whole group together for a full day out.
Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals
November 12 - 15, 2026
A beloved holiday tradition returns to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center November 12 through 15, 2026, for the 45th Annual Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals.
The show features more than 400 period-clad vendors and exhibitors, unique gifts, décor, and seasonal entertainment. Show hours are Thursday 9 AM - 6 PM, Friday 9 AM - 8 PM, Saturday 9 AM - 6 PM, and Sunday noon - 6 PM.
Holiday shopping groups and seasonal outings are a natural fit for Myrtle Beach Group Transportation, and companies planning a festive team outing can arrange Corporate Transportation to and from the Convention Center.
Myrtle Beach Songwriters Festival
November 13 - 14, 2026
The inaugural Myrtle Beach Songwriters Festival brings live music, original songs, and storytelling to venues across downtown Myrtle Beach November 13 - 14, 2026.
The weekend opens with a Friday kickoff party from 6 - 9 PM, followed by the main day of performances on Saturday from 2 - 11 PM, in an intimate downtown setting.
An evening of music across multiple downtown venues is exactly when a group shuttle earns its keep. Myrtle Beach Group Transportation can move your group between venues, dinner, and hotels, so everyone enjoys the night together.
Art in the Park
November 14 - 15, 2026
Art in the Park returns to Valor Park at The Market Common November 14 - 15, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM each day.
The juried fine arts festival features local and regional artists, live music, and a vibrant outdoor atmosphere, with original works across painting, sculpture, woodworking, photography, jewelry, pottery, glass, and more.
Visitors staying in Myrtle Beach can turn the festival into a full-day Market Common getaway. Myrtle Beach Group Shuttle serves The Market Common and surrounding communities as part of its Grand Strand Shuttle Service Area.
Annual Carolinas GCSA Conference & Show
November 16 - 18, 2026
Golf course professionals gather in Myrtle Beach November 16 - 18, 2026, for the Annual Carolinas GCSA Conference & Show at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.
The conference offers education, networking, and the latest developments in golf course management for industry professionals, with a trade show floor alongside the sessions.
Attendees traveling for the conference can pre-book a Myrtle Beach Airport Shuttle from MYR, and companies sending a team can arrange Corporate Transportation between hotels, the Convention Center, and group dinners.
The Great Christmas Light Show
November 23 - December 30, 2026
The holiday season lights up North Myrtle Beach with The Great Christmas Light Show, running November 23 through December 30, 2026, at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex.
The drive-through show features more than two million lights and festive displays. Gates are open nightly from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The show is closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, and Christmas Day, December 25.
Because it is a drive-through show, it is a natural group outing: everyone rides together in one van. Groups staying in North Myrtle Beach can find North Myrtle Beach Group Transportation, and Myrtle Beach Group Transportation can coordinate the evening for groups coming from anywhere on the Grand Strand.
20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot
November 26, 2026
Thanksgiving Day starts on the run with the 20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Grand Park Lake at The Market Common.
The morning features a 5K starting at 8 AM and the free Gobbler Kids' Dash at 9 AM, supporting local charities and community programs.
Running clubs, families, and groups can use Myrtle Beach Group Transportation to get the whole crew to the start line together, and groups flying in for race weekend can reserve a Myrtle Beach Airport Shuttle before arrival.
Winter Wonderland at the Beach
November 25, 2026 - January 2, 2027
Holiday lights take over the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk with Winter Wonderland at the Beach, open nightly from 5 PM to 9 PM, November 25 through January 2.
The walk-through display brings holiday lights, attractions, photo ops, and family fun along the iconic boardwalk, with the ocean as the backdrop.
Families and groups heading downtown for the lights can use Myrtle Beach Group Transportation for door-to-door drop-off at the Boardwalk, so nobody circles for parking.
Nights of a Thousand Candles
November 27, 2026 - January 3, 2027
One of the Grand Strand's most beloved holiday traditions returns to Brookgreen Gardens, where Nights of a Thousand Candles runs on 21 select evenings from November 27 through January 3, 2027, from 4 PM to 9 PM each evening.
Brookgreen Gardens is illuminated by more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights, with seasonal music and food along the garden paths.
This is a premier evening group outing, and it is also an evening when parking and timing matter. Groups can arrange Myrtle Beach Group Transportation for a timed drop-off and pickup, and visitors staying south can review Murrells Inlet Group Transportation, since Brookgreen Gardens sits in the Murrells Inlet area.
More Things to Do in Myrtle Beach in November
One of the best things about visiting Myrtle Beach in November is how easy it is to combine a major event with other Grand Strand attractions.
Consider adding these stops to your itinerary:
Brookgreen Gardens
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
The Market Common
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
Huntington Beach State Park
Family Kingdom Amusement Park
With November events stretching from North Myrtle Beach to Murrells Inlet, planning your trip by location can help you spend more time enjoying the Grand Strand and less time coordinating transportation.
Flying to Myrtle Beach for a November Event?
Flying into Myrtle Beach International Airport with a group?
Myrtle Beach Airport Shuttle Service offers pre-booked private group transportation from MYR to hotels, resorts, vacation rentals, golf courses, and destinations throughout the Grand Strand. Airport shuttles are booked at least 48 hours in advance.
Instead of splitting your group between rental cars or multiple rideshares, everyone can travel together from the airport.
Add a Golf Day to Your November Getaway
November is also an excellent time to combine an event weekend with a Myrtle Beach golf trip.
Golf & Sports Transportation can be coordinated around your tee times, making it easier to enjoy several courses during a single Myrtle Beach trip, with room for clubs and luggage. Groups of more than 15 travel with multi-van coordination, and trailers are available for large groups' clubs.
Myrtle Beach Event & Group Transportation
With November events occurring throughout the Grand Strand, transportation becomes an important part of planning a group getaway.
Festivals and special events
Sports teams
Family vacations
Group outings
Restaurant and nightlife transportation
Whether your plans keep you in Myrtle Beach or take your group from Little River to Pawleys Island and Georgetown, keeping everyone together can make the trip easier.
Ride Together. Arrive Better.
Frequently Asked Questions About Myrtle Beach Events in November 2026
What are the biggest Myrtle Beach events in November 2026?
The biggest November events are the Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam (October 30 - November 1), the Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals (November 12 - 15), Nights of a Thousand Candles (November 27 - January 3), and The Great Christmas Light Show (November 23 - December 30).
When is Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam 2026?
Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam runs October 30 through November 1, 2026, at the former Myrtle Square Mall site, 2501 N. Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach.
When is the Dickens Christmas Show in 2026?
The 45th Annual Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals runs November 12 - 15, 2026, at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.
When is the Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot in 2026?
The 20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot takes place Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Grand Park Lake at The Market Common, with the 5K at 8 AM and the Gobbler Kids' Dash at 9 AM.
When is Nights of a Thousand Candles in 2026?
Nights of a Thousand Candles runs on 21 select evenings from November 27, 2026, through January 3, 2027, at Brookgreen Gardens, from 4 PM to 9 PM each evening.
What family-friendly events are happening in Myrtle Beach in November?
November family-friendly options include the Mythical & Medieval Fest, Art in the Park, The Great Christmas Light Show, the Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot, Winter Wonderland at the Beach, and Nights of a Thousand Candles.
Does Myrtle Beach Group Shuttle provide transportation throughout the Grand Strand?
Yes. Myrtle Beach Group Shuttle provides group transportation throughout Myrtle Beach and surrounding Grand Strand communities. See the Service Areas page for the full coverage area.
Can my group get transportation from Myrtle Beach International Airport?
Yes. Groups arriving at MYR can reserve private transportation in advance through the Airport Shuttle page. Airport shuttles are booked at least 48 hours in advance.
Can we arrange transportation for a Myrtle Beach golf trip?
Yes. Golf transportation is available for groups traveling between accommodations and golf courses throughout the Grand Strand. See Golf & Sports Transportation for details.
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