10 Things to Do in North Myrtle Beach in May

Barefoot Landing is great any time of the year, but the weather in May is perfect for outdoor shopping and dining! Stop in all of your favorite stores, as well as unique specialty stores that Barefoot Landing has to offer. Then, decide where you want to eat and enjoy a meal right on the water. Kids will enjoy playing outside at Barefoot Amusements and riding the carousel ‘round and ‘round. Whether you stop here every day on your vacation, or whether you visit once, make sure that Barefoot Landing is on your agenda while you’re in North Myrtle Beach. 

This one’s a no-brainer! While you’re in North Myrtle Beach during the month of May, you must take a day (or your whole vacation) and spend it at the beach. Bask in the sun, dig your toes into the sand, and wash away your worries in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. 

If you came to North Myrtle Beach on vacation without any children in tow, or if you just need a break from your kiddos for an evening out, treat yourself to a cruise with the Big M Casino! Adults will have a blast playing their favorite casino games while sailing along the water. Guests with Big M Casino can also take advantage of an all-you-can-eat buffet for an additional price. 

Of course, it’s hard to visit North Myrtle Beach without going out to eat; especially with so many amazing award-winning restaurants in the area. In May, all of your favorite North Myrtle Beach restaurants are open, offering tons of different types of cuisines to suit your cravings. Visitors to North Myrtle Beach can find restaurants featuring Seafood, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Mongolian, All-American, and much, much more!

The Grand Strand hosts events all throughout the year, but as the season picks up in May, more and more things to do come about. Here are some events that you can check out while you’re visiting North Myrtle Beach in May:

•Snoop Dogg at the House of Blues –May 2

•Rivertown Music & Craft Beer Festival – May 6

•Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally – May 12

•Mayfest on Main Festival – May 13

•World Famous Blue Crab Festival – May 20

•Atlantic Beach Bike Week – May 26

One big reason that many people visit North Myrtle Beach in May is the awesome golfing! From championship golf courses to courses that are friendly to beginners, there is a course for everyone near North Myrtle Beach. Check out this list of top golf courses in the area. Or, if you’re not much into golf, you can always take the kids out for a day of mini-golf! 

Love the water? Try booking a kayaking tour with a local company such as J & L Kayak Tours! No experience is required, as the professional guides with J & L will teach you everything you need to know how to operate a kayak. It’s easy, it’s fun, it’s education, and it’s great for the whole family! J & L offers different tours such as shelling tours, island tours, backwater tours, sunset tours, twilight tours, and much more. 

The Little River Waterfront is a popular spot among locals and visitors to the North Myrtle Beach area. This cool area is home to restaurants, fishing, bars, and the Big M Casino boat. After a day of fishing, grab some fresh seafood at Crab Catcher’s on the Waterfront, the Little River Fish House, Key West Crazy, or Capt. Juel’s Hurricane Restaurant. Not in the mood for seafood? Grab a pint and a bite at McMahon’s Irish Tavern. 

Since the weather in May is pretty awesome, it’s nice to grab a drink with friends and enjoy live music at many different venues across North Myrtle Beach. Want to know where to catch live music in North Myrtle Beach? Check out our blog post! 

Looking for something to do at night after spending the day golfing, shopping, or on the beach? There are many places near North Myrtle Beach that offer top-notch entertainment. The Alabama Theatre at Barefoot Landing hosts a variety show called One: The Show, almost every night throughout the summer. The House of Blues, also at Barefoot Landing, has live music almost every night as well, including local acts on The Deck, and famous artists in the main concert hall.