Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

When Calvin Gilmore visits Nashville these days, it is with a feeling of sweet satisfaction. Calvin was there before, in 1967, as an aspiring young singersongwriter. I was pretty naive, he says. Nowadays, Calvin’s visits to Nashville are more productive. The Ozarks Mountain farm boy who grew up singing in church is now recording a gospel album and oversees the largest live country music enterprise on the East Coast. In 1986, Calvin Gilmore brought a new sound to the beach, The Carolina Opry. It started in a modest 1,000-seat theater in Surfside Beach. That sound grew and grew until shows were sold out night after night. So he started a second show in North Myrtle Beach, The Dixie Jubilee. It too sold out night after night until 1993, when he built a 2,200-seat, state-of-the-art showplace and brought together the best of both shows to create the ultimate show of shows for Myrtle Beach The Carolina Opry. The ONLY show to win the coveted Governor’s Cup, the state’s highest tourism award. The only show to be voted the state’s Most Outstanding Attraction by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. And the only show to win accolades from USA Today, who calls it a “Big Hit.” The New York Post labeled it “A Hot Ticket.” The Hollywood Reporter headlines Myrtle Beach as “Calvin Gilmore’s Country Mecca.” Variety Magazine says,”Myrtle Beach has Calvin Gilmore to thank.” NBC Nightly News says, “Calvin Gilmore is the man who is turning Myrtle Beach into a country music capital.” CNN says, “Calvin Gilmore is given much of the credit for getting Myrtle Beach in tune with the entertainment world.” The Charlotte Observer writes that The Carolina Opry “sets the standard.” And in Sun News Readers’ Polls, The Carolina Opry is voted “The Best of the Beach” year after year. And we hope you will call it the highlight of your visit to the beach. Through the company’s 3 decades, Calvin has produced and directed many different production shows in several different theaters. The company has expanded into the fields of recording, television production, print media, and artist management. What does the boy from Missouri think of it all? “Of course, I’m happy,” he says. “But the best part of all is that I get to be with my family and still sing my songs. That’s what I always wanted.”

Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a 4-course, utensil-free meal served in a castle-like space

Waterfront dining with eight great restaurants offering everything from burgers and sushi to the finest steaks and fresh caught seafood. Take in the fresh salt-air breezes and the abundant marsh life brimming with oysters, crabs, clams, egrets, herons, osprey and more. Sightseeing tours, boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals, charter fishing, parasailing, walking ghost tours and shopping are also featured.

Looking for a perfect way to unwind after a long day? Uncork the sweeter side of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina at Duplin Winery, makers of America’s favorite Muscadine wine. Kick back with a glass of something cool, sweet and easy, or gather some friends for a wine tasting. At our North Myrtle Beach location our staff is ready to educate and entertain you on the winemaking method while you enjoy a delicious tasting. Plus, guests can watch the bottling process, relax in the courtyard and shop in our retail store that offers Duplin Gourmet, wine accessories and something fun for everyone. Whether you are in town for a visit or live near Duplin Winery year-round, our fun and relaxing atmosphere sweetens any stay.

Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games

Class A Advanced Affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show invites ye to join Captain Blackbeard, the most famous pirate to ever sail the seven seas, and his quartermaster Calico Jack as they lead the Crimson and Sapphire crews in an epic battle for lost treasure on land, on deck, in water and high above full-sized pirate ships in a 15 foot deep indoor hideaway lagoon! Ye will thrill at the swashbuckling excitement of spectacular acrobatic competitions, aerial feats, sea lions, tropical birds, beautiful mermaids and much more! Which camp takes the treasure may be up to you as ye cheer me buccaneers to victory, all while ye enjoy a fabulous four-course feast!

There’s just a special place in the hearts of families everywhere for that old-time warm, friendly amusement park by the sea. Family Kingdom features more than 38 thrilling rides. In the last few years, we added four exciting new rides including the Twist ‘n Shout steel roller coaster, the interactive Jump Around Dune Buggies, and the Magic Bikes. Of course, your favorites are ready and waiting. Hold on as the Swamp Fox wooden roller coaster takes your breath away at every turn, splash down on our Log Flume, free-fall 110 feet in our Slingshot Drop Zone, bounce a bit on our bumper cars or hit the Go-Kart tracks. And don’t forget, Family Kingdom’s Oceanfront Water Park, Splashes, is just across the street.