......a transplanted Northern chick writing about Myrtle Beach one experience at a time......

Thursday, December 15, 2011

16 Great Gift & Event Ideas for Christmas in Myrtle Beach

Are You up against that "What-to-Get-So&So-For-Christmas" Wall?
A great way to support local businesses is to give a gift certificate to a Local Attraction or Event that's fun and memorable.
Any one of the offerings listed below will make a great Stocking Stuffer, Hostess Gift, Secret Santa, Office Grab Bag, Teacher Gift, or a treat for yourself or your family.

1.  Children's Museum of South Carolina
2501 No. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-946-9469

a. Sonic Sensation--thru Jan. 6, 2012
Ages 3-12

b. Home Depot presents Breakfast w/Santa & Frosty
12-23-2011
Advance Reservations Required

c. Noon Year's Eve Bash
12/31/11

2.  Fred Astaire Dance Studio
1943 Mr. Joe White Ave.
Myrtle Beach
(in strip mall next to Subway)
843-916-2202

Is someone you know getting married in the New Year?
How about giving  lessons as a gift for their Wedding Dance?
Do you have a youngster who would like to get into dancing?
Children's Ballroom Lessons would prove to them that Santa does really hear their deepest desires!!
Not sure if Dancing is for you? or your gift recipient?
Purchase an Introductory Special to find out!

3.  Myrtle Beach Art Museum
3100 So. Ocean Blvd.
(across from Springmaid Pier)
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-238-2510

Admission to the Museum is Free, but Donations are Gladly Accepted & Encouraged
Maybe a Donation made in the name of your family or in Memory of a loved one would be different.
Businesses looking to dump a little money into local institutions?...look no further.
A little Philanthropy never hurt anyone.

GIVE...to the Myrtle Beach Art Museum


4.  Maze Mania
3013 Hwy. 17 Business South
Garden City, SC
843-651-1641

December Schedule per Maze Mania Facebook
Thursday - Sunday
11 a.m.

Get a Gift Certificate for Admission or a Birthday Party!!

5.  Fun Warehouse
2349 Dick Pond Rd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
843-748-0302

click here for: December Calendar of Events

Skates & Gift Cards Available as Christmas Gifts!


There is so much to do here and so many specials during the month!
Great place to hang out during Christmas Break !!


TOYS FOR TOTS Drop Off Location! 


And if that isn't enough....


Visit:  SANTA's WORKSHOP
Every Saturday & Sunday
12 - 4 p.m.

Bring Your Own Camera To Take Pictures With Santa!!!

6.  Mad Science of Myrtle Beach
(preschool through 5th Grade)
671 Jamestowne Dr.
Garden City, SC 29576
843-651-7510

Winter Holiday Camp
Dec. 21-23

Birthday Parties

GIFT CERTIFICATES Available !!

7.  Sky Fitness 24/7 
4828 Hwy. 17 South Bypass
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-293-3488

Inexpensive, Clean, Up-to-Date Facility Run by  Highly Knowledgeable Folks with a Passion for What They Do!

Give the Gift of Health & Well-Being for Yourself and/or Someone You Love This Christmas!

8. Brookgreen Gardens
1931 Brookgreen Dr.
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
843-235-6000

click for:  DECEMBER EVENTS, including the NIGHTS OF A THOUSAND CANDLES holiday tradition.

9.  Pelicans Minor League Baseball
BB&T Coastal Field
1251 21st Ave. North
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-918-6077

What local Baseball Fan wouldn't love to see tickets to Pelicans Baseball games peeking out from their stocking on Christmas Morning?

Check out the Pro Shop for Fan Gifts as Well

10.  Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland
First Time for Christmas 2011
Located at the BB&T COASTAL FIELD

I drove by the field the other night and was wondering what in the world was going on in there.
Now, I know!!

11.  Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals Week

A listing of all the typical Christmas & Holiday Offerings in Myrtle Beach
All Great!

12.  ATTRACTIONS Dining & Value Guide

I first came across one of these books this past Summer.
A local Property Mgmt. Company puts one of these in all of their Rentals for the Season
I thought that was a great idea.

Better yet though...

This book makes an awesome Christmas Gift and the list of possible recipients could be endless.

The book for Myrtle Beach is THE BEST OF THE GRAND STRAND Edition
Follow the link and you'll be able to preview the book and know exactly what you're getting.

13.  MYRTLE BEACH PROMOTIONS 
Ultimate Discount Fundraising Book 2012


Here's a Sneak Peek of the Coupons Available!


Myrtle Beach Promotions is working to help The Grand Strand Humane Society raise money as well.  


And speaking of the Humane Society....


14.  The Grand Strand HUMANE SOCIETY
3241 Mr. Joe White Ave.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-918-4910

Adopt a Pet this Christmas.
A loving gift which gives back many times over.
If you can't adopt, then maybe a donation?

Check out PETFINDER for some of the Pets available at the Grand Strand Humane Society.

15.  Surfside Bowling Center
510 Hwy. 17 North
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
843-238-2695

Check out their Facebook Page for a listing of current specials.
Extra discounts available for Locals! 


A great alternative to hanging out at the Mall !


And I hate to sound like a broken record, but Bowling sessions make great gifts as well.  


16.  ZUMBA:  
A Great Gift for Yourself or Someone Else or BOTH !!


Buy the gift of ZUMBA or Take Classes Yourself.
Most people are content to wait until they are sick or injured and then go to the doctor.  
Be Proactive:  Invest in your health !


Take off those Holiday Pounds before you even put them on!!
There are so many places on the Grand Strand to take classes...and I think you'll find they accommodate most schedules.






Check back for updates to this list but 16 Ideas are enough to at least get you started and as always; I welcome any ideas you might have as well !!  

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