A Myrtle Beach trip doesn't have to cost a fortune. These spots cost nothing to visit, from the oceanfront Boardwalk to a free history museum and a working early-1900s farm. All of them are on our free map.
A free 1900–1955 working farm run by the Horry County Museum, with animals, a smokehouse and farm demonstrations. · Usually Tue–Sat 9 AM–4 PM · 📞 843-365-3596
Holiday lights along the Boardwalk in downtown Myrtle Beach, free to walk, with events at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place. · Nov 25, 2026–Jan 2, 2027 · nightly 5–9 PM
Broadway at the Beach Tree Lighting & Christmas Parade
Myrtle Beach · Tree lighting & parade · Free
Tree lighting in The Hangout Courtyard with fireworks at 8 PM on Nov 14, then A Very Broadway Christmas Parade on Dec 5. · Tree lighting Sat Nov 14, 2026, 6–8 PM · parade Sat Dec 5, 11 AM
The annual tree lighting in front of the Grand 14 Cinema. On Dec 31, 2026, A Southern Times Square brings a midnight ball drop here too. · Sat Nov 21, 2026 · 6–8 PM · carriage rides 5:45–8:45 PM
A free town tree lighting, then a Christmas parade along Ocean Boulevard and Surfside Drive. · Tree lighting Thu Dec 3, 2026, 4–8 PM (lighting 6:30) · parade Sat Dec 12, 2 PM
A tree lighting at Morse Park Landing, then a parade along Business 17 to the landing the next day. · Tree lighting Sat Dec 5, 2026, 4–6 PM · parade Sun Dec 6, 3–6 PM
Decorated, lighted boats parade down the Intracoastal Waterway from Little River, ending at Dock Holidays Marina in North Myrtle Beach. · Sat Nov 28, 2026 · 5 PM
Walk the Boardwalk, stroll Broadway at the Beach or Barefoot Landing, watch the sunset on the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, and visit the free Horry County Museum. The beach itself is free too, with public access points all along the Strand.
Nature lovers can hike Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve, one of the few places where Venus flytraps grow wild, or walk the shaded Conway Riverwalk.
Are there free things to do with kids in Myrtle Beach?
Yes. The L.W. Paul Living History Farm in Conway is free and has farm animals and demonstrations. The Horry County Museum is free too.
Grand Park at Market Common has playgrounds and a lake, and Hurl Rock Park has the rocky tide pools kids love at low tide.
Is the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk free?
Yes. Walking the Boardwalk is free any time. You only pay for the rides, arcades, shops and food along the way.
Local tips
Parking near the Boardwalk and beach accesses is often paid in season. Check the signs.
The Horry County Museum is open weekdays, so plan a weekday visit.
Low tide is the best time for Hurl Rock Park's coquina rocks and tide pools.
Bring bug spray to Lewis Ocean Bay, especially in warm months.
Common questions
Is the beach free in Myrtle Beach?
Yes. The beach is public and free. Some beach access lots charge for parking in season.
What is free to do in Myrtle Beach at night?
Walk the Boardwalk, browse Broadway at the Beach, or stroll the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet and listen to the live music.
Are there free museums near Myrtle Beach?
Yes. The Horry County Museum in Conway and its L.W. Paul Living History Farm are both free.
Hours, prices and vibes change, and some listings are still being checked. Call ahead or check the attraction's website before you go. Know a local spot we're missing? Tell us on our Facebook page.