Celebrate
the Season on the Grand Strand
If you’ve just moved into a Chesapeake Homes community or
are thinking about making South Carolina your new home, you’ll see how quickly
the Grand Strand area comes to life during the holidays. The holidays along the
South Carolina coast are nothing short of magical, and there’s no shortage of
events and local traditions to help you and your family get into the spirit.
Intercoastal
Christmas Regatta | Saturday, November 20, 2025, at 5 pm
Start your celebrations with one of the most iconic local
traditions: the Intercoastal Christmas Regatta. This beloved annual boat parade
lights up the waterway from Little River to North Myrtle Beach with festive
décor and plenty of holiday cheer. Find a cozy viewing spot along the water and
watch the boats as they pass!
If you fall in love with the charm of Little River during
the regatta, take a moment to explore our Bridgewater community and its available
homes.
Brookgreen
Gardens Night of a Thousand Candles | November 28-January 4,
2025, 4-9 pm
Brookgreen Gardens is beautiful any day of the year, but
during the holidays, it transforms into a scene from a movie. As the sun sets,
the gardens start to shine with more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and lights. After
exploring the gardens, enjoy a cup of cider and listen to live music. Night of
a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens is a true South Carolina holiday
staple. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended.
While waiting for the sun to set, stop by our Waterbridge
community to see the homes and homesites we have available.
The Great
Christmas Light Show | November 24- December 30, 2025, at 5:30 pm
If you love holiday lights, this is the event for you. The
Great Christmas Light Show at the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex
features more than 2 million lights and over 500 displays, making it one of the
largest light shows on the East Coast. This 2-mile drive-through event is
perfect for families with young children or anyone looking to experience the
holiday magic without leaving the comfort of their vehicle.
After the drive, make your way to Santa’s Village for
photos, hot chocolate, a petting zoo, train rides, and more!
Admission Prices: Standard
Vehicle - $20 (Non-Village Nights)
Standard
Vehicle - $25 (Village Nights)
Oversized
Vehicles - $50 (All Nights)
Must-See
Christmas Shows
Living in a Chesapeake Homes community means you’re close to
some of the region’s best holiday performances. Popular shows include:
-
Christmas on Main at Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre
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The Carolina Opry Christmas Special
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The Alabama Theatre’s South’s Grandest Christmas
Show
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Pirates Voyage Christmas Dinner & Show
Each venue brings its own spin on seasonal classics.
A
Southern Times Square at the Market Common | New Year's Eve
End the year with one of Myrtle Beach’s biggest
celebrations. A Southern Times Square transforms Market Common into a street
party with live music, a drone show, family activities, local vendors, and the
highly anticipated midnight ball drop! Tickets are required, so grab them early
if this is on your holiday bucket list!
Since Traditions
is our closest community to Market Common, it’s the perfect time to stop by
and see the homes available just a short drive from all the excitement.
Holiday
Magic at Barefoot Landing
Barefoot Landing is already one of the most popular spots
year-round, but during the holidays, it transforms into a magical wonderland with
Christmas lights, seasonal displays, and festive trees. Throughout December,
you can enjoy live holiday music and visits from Santa, with plenty of places
to pick up gifts.
Celebrate
the Season, Chesapeake Homes Style
The holidays shine a little brighter when you live in
coastal South Carolina, and every Chesapeake Homes community puts you close to
the heart of it all. We’re proud to help you experience everything this special
region has to offer. Explore
our communities and find the home that brings your holiday season, and every
season, to life!
