SOS Spring Safari Dance Swings into Myrtle Beach

The SOS Spring Safari Dance is an annual tradition in Myrtle Beach, and it returns to the area April 16-25. This event features the dance that originated in Myrtle Beach – the shag. It will take place on Ocean Boulevard to Main street, where all of the local lounges will be participating. A parade, dance workshops and shag competitions are planned.

While you’re in the area enjoying the great dancing, be sure to visit the Ripley’s Aquarium, a unique attraction showcasing under the sea creatures. You’ll also want to take in shows like Dixie Stampede, The Magical Spirit of Ireland or Legends in Concert.

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Celebrate Christmas in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The area is offering a full line-up of events for visitors that are sure to become a holiday tradition.

Brookgreen Gardens is presenting Nights of a Thousand Candles, on select dates from December 4 – December 19. During this event, Brookgreen Gardens is aglow lights shining from the garden paths and trees and live holiday performance are also featured.

Market Common, a premiere shopping and entertainment complex, is presenting a variety of holiday events. The events start on Black Friday with a special tree lighting ceremony and shopping deals, as well as appearances by Santa. Free carriage rides and ice skating are also planned throughout the holiday season.

Christmas Towne comes to Myrtle Beach December 13, from 1pm – 7pm, at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. This event features events that are fun for the whole family, including train rides, ornament making and photos with Santa. An official tree lighting ceremony will take place at 6pm.

Special holiday shows in Myrtle Beach include the Dixie Stampede Christmas Show, a magical celebration featuring toys that come to life, impressive horsemanship, beautiful singing and, of course, a delicious four-course feast. Christmastime, starring The Twelve Irish Tenors, is a festive fun for all. This production highlights the reason for the season with a live nativity scene, accompanied by everyone’s favorite holiday hymns and carols. Legends in Concert Myrtle Beach is presenting a rockin' New Years Eve as well, complete with party favors, entertainment and a live broadcast of the New York City ball drop.

Visitors will also want to visit Ripley’s Aquarium Myrtle Beach. It is beautifully decorated to reflect the holiday season.

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Legends in Concert Features an All-Star Line-Up

Legends in Concert Myrtle Beach is celebrating its 14th season in 2009. The Legends in Concert show is located at the Surfside Beach Theater in Surfside Beach, just six miles south of the Myrtle Beach city center.

Legends in Concert is a world-famous live tribute show that features amazing performers doing renditions of classic songs and acts. During the show, guests are treated to five performers who sing with their natural voices and mimic the mannerisms, hair and dress of the celebrities they portray. The act rotates four times a year, so every time you come to Myrtle Beach the show will be a different experience.

The line-up of performers for September & October shows:

Elvis
Cher
Alan Jackson
Dolly Parton
Barry White

The line-up of performers for November & December shows:
Elvis
Alan Jackson
Frank Sinatra
Whitney Houston
Blues Brothers

Legends in Concert also perform in Branson Missouri, another of ReserveDirect’s great destinations.