With over 60 miles of sandy beaches, endless shopping, countless dining options, and plenty of family activities, it's no wonder Myrtle Beach is a top family vacation destination in America. In addition, Myrtle Beach hosts various events throughout the year. Here are just a few popular events for 2010:

May 2011

• Beach Boogie & Barbeque Festival
  September 3 - September 4
  The festival will feature family friendly entertainment and events including live music, food and arts/craft vendors, huge kids zone, wake board demo, fireworks, etc. Fri 6:30-10PM Sat 10AM - 10PM. Located at the Grand Park - Market Common 843-626-7444
  
• Pelicans Baseball Game
  September 9, 2010
  Myrtle Beach Pelicans Vs. Lynchburg Hillcats. Starts at 7PM at 1251 21st Ave North 843-918-6002
  
• Muscle Car Auction
  September 9 - September 11, 2010
  Muscle Car Auctions Inc. presents the premier muscle car auction of the Southeast. Events include: 400 vehicle classic car auction, classic car memorabilia sale, a 9/11 charity classic car show, and celebrity cars onsite. 10AM - 8 PM at Myrtle Beach Convention Center 336-672-1525
• Fall Festival of SASA Shriners 2010 "At The Square"
  September 17, 2010
  FAmily fun day includes food, entertainment & Shriners events, Motorcycle & Go-Cart Competitions, Hillbilly Car & Rag Top Car Shows, & Booths. Bringing Masonic groups (Scottish & York Rites, Blue Lodges, Daughters of the Nile, etc.) together. 7:30AM - 6PM at Old Myrtle Square Mall Area 843-997-8611
  
• Benefit Concert for Shriners Hospitals for Children
  September 18, 2010
  Special Matinee of the Good Vibrations Show. Benefit concert for Shriners Hospitals for Children. Portion of every ticket sold will benefit the hospitals. 4PM - 5:30PM at the Carolina Opry 843-913-4000
  
• 35th Annual Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival
  September 24 - September 26, 2010
  Enjoy fine art, quality crafts and Lowcountry food, along with the muscial offerings of several of the area's finest musicians. 10AM - 6 PM at Hwy 17 South in Murrells Inlet 843-237-4440
  
• NBC's Inaugural Biggest Loser Event Challenge
  September 25, 2010
  The Biggest Loser Even Challenge is a nationwide series of 5K and one mile events for American s of all fitness levels. Biggest Loser trainer Bob HArper & past contestants will participate in this inaugural event. Registration is underway. Starts at 8AM on Ocean Blvd between 8th and 9th Ave North 843-626-7444
  
• Grand Strand's 1st Fall Fitness Festival and Expo
  September 25, 2010
  Festival follows NBC's 5k & One Mile Biggest Loser Challenge W/ trainer Bob Harper & past series contestants. The lastest sports, nutrition, & fitness services available in the Myrtle Beach area will be featured by a variety of exhibit booths & vendors. 11AM - 7PM at Downtown Myrtle Beach 843-626-7444
  
• Grand Strand Fall Bike Rally
  September 29 - October 3, 2010
  The Annual Fall Bike Rally. The Helmet Law that the city of Myrtle Beach passed has been overturned by the SC Supreme Court.
  
  

• Oktoberfest
  October 2, 1010
  OOMPAH! the Third Annual Oktoberfest German Festival will feature authentic German Music from the Rheingold Band, German Food from The Market Common restaurants, lots of children's activities, and over 40 Oktoberfest beers. 12PM - 7PM at Valor Park Market Common 843-839-3500
  
• Oktoberfest
  October 9, 2010
  The free admission festival begins at noon, concludes with a firework show at 10:35 PM. Ocean Blvd will showcase both food and art vendors. Kids Zone in Plyler Park, where kids can enjoy inflatable bounce houses and slides in the pay-to-play area. 12PM - 11PM at Ocean Blvd, from 8th Ave N to Mr. Joe White Avenue 843-916-4636
  
• 10th Annual "Cruise to the Coast" Classic Car Show
  October 9, 2010
  A car enthusiasts's dream - a day at Barefoot Landing with the Classic Car Show! See styles of all brands, from years gone by. From Fords to Chevys, and everything else, you'll enjoy the history and the beauty of these old cars. 10AM - 4PM at Barefoot Landing - 4898 Highway 17 S. NMB 843-272-8349
  
• 27th Annual Taste of the Town
  October 12, 2010
  Come and enjoy the Grand Strand's largest culinary/social event of the year. Delight your palate with samplings of specialty menu items from 50+ restaurants! 4PM - 10PM at Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-448-6062
  
• Myrtle Beach Train Show
  October 16 - October 17, 2010
  Model Train Show. Vendors, Operating Layouts: O,HO,N0Scale. On Site Food. Door Prizes. Fun for kids of all ages. 10AM - 5PM at 5837 S. Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach 843-297-7162
  
• Brookgreen Gardens' Harvest Home Festival
  October 16 - October 17, 2010
  Two days filled with live entertainment and outdoor activities! The scarecrow-building contest, hay rides, and pumpkin painting patch are just a few of the events that make this a terrific fall festival! 9:30AM - 4:30PM at Brookgreen Gardens 800-849-1931
  
• Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon
  October 24, 2010
  Registration is underway for the inaugural Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon and accompanying events. Starts at 7AM 800-733-7089
  

• Souper Supper
  November 7, 2010
  Come join several of the areas top chefs as they prepare over 30 different delicious soups! $10 a wristband will get you all you can eat! 12PM - 3Pm at Valor Park Market Commons 843-839-3500
  
• Veteran's Day Service
  November 11, 2010
  Veteran's Day Service. Starts at 2PM at Passive Park in Surfside Beach 843-650-9548
  
• 41st Annual South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival
  November 25 - November 27, 2010
  Join us for great bluegrass music at one of our family fastivals. Hours: 25th= 12 noon - 10PM. 26th= 11AM - 10PM. 27th= 3:15PM - 4:45PM. Located at Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-918-1225
  
• 3rd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
  November 26, 2010
  Celebrate the Christmas SEason with Black Friday sales all day! The entire family will enjoy the Tree Lighting Ceremony with complimentary hot chocolate, mascots, live entertainment, complimentary carriage rides, and photos with Santa! Starts at 5PM at Valor Park Market Commons 843-839-3500
  

• Brookgreen's Nights of a Thousand Candles
  December 3 - December 18, 2010
  Brookgreen's celebrated holiday festival with thousands of candles, lights, and live entertainment on Dec 3-4, 10-11 and 16-18 evenings. 800-849-1931
  
• Christmas Parade - Conway
  December 11, 2010
  Annual Christmas parade is largest in Horry County. Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with festive floats, colorful entries, beauty queens, dignitaries, Shriners, and of course....Santa Clause! 10AM - 12PM at Main Street in Conway 843-248-2273
  
• Synthetic Ice Skating Rink
  December 17 - December 31, 2010
  Enjoy the synthetic ice skating rink $7 donations to the Red Cross for all you can skate or spend $50 in our stores and skate for FREE! Show your receipts in the park for the free ice skating voucher. 110AM - 6PM at Valor Park Market Commons 843-839-3500