No need to wait until the new theater opens in downtown Myrtle Beach to experience the art that's blossoming in the emerging Arts & Innovation district.
On Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, experience a vibrant celebration of art, community and culinary diversity during Myrtle Beach’s monthly First Friday Artwalk. The free, family-friendly event takes place from 5-8 p.m.
Several downtown businesses will host live performances, artists and more. Participating businesses are located on the Artwalk map and post a F1rst Friday Artwalk Venue window cling. Hosting businesses and artists include:*
Fresh Brewed Coffee House
933 Broadway Street
Artist: Winston Warner
Grand Strand Brewing
819 N Kings Hwy
Artist: Larry Fine
Boteco VIP
503 9th Avenue North
Artist: Tommy Davis
Tasting Room on 9th
505 9th Avenue, Unit A
Artists: Tiffany Fagnant, Tayler Little, Graciana Love, Sarah Connor
Dolly Llama of Myrtle Beach
505 9th Avenue North, Unit B
Grand Opening
Lucid Coast Candle Bar + Boutique
512 9th Avenue North
Candle Making Workshop
William H Miller Studios
702 8th Avenue North
Various Artists: Birds & Miniatures Showcases
Long Bay Theater
704 8th Avenue North
Artist: Pat Ghannam
Carolina Improv
704 8th Avenue North
FREE Live Improv Performance, 7:30 PM
Artists on 8th Avenue
716 8th Avenue North
Various Artists
Island Vibes
533 Broadway Street
Artist: Susan Barnard
Tea Sommelier: Elijah Davis, Chariot Teas
Swig & Swine
523 Broadway Street
Storyteller: Bo Bryan, Poet Laureate of the City of Myrtle Beach
Topic: From Whale to Wow: The Unlikely Birth of a Seaside Sensation
Kaleidoscope
519 Broadway Street
Artists: Horry Georgetown Technical College students
Our Kids Create
522 Broadway Street
Artists: Our Kids Create summer camp participants
Broadway Street Pocket Park
Broadway Street
FREE Live Performance: Fresh Brewed Coffeehouse’s Open Mic Outdoors
*Artists and assigned locations are subject to change.
The Artwalk transforms the heart of downtown Myrtle Beach into a bustling hub of creativity while downtown restaurants will offer enticing dining specials and refreshing drinks for attendees strolling participating venues.
Jason Greene, Chief Executive Officer of Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance, the event host, said, “Myrtle Beach has a vibrant arts culture, and we believe these monthly events are the perfect venue to highlight that culture. This month, we’ve added several live performances from painting, pottery, improv, language arts and open mic. Our intent is for this event to continue to grow month after month.”
Launched in 2017 by local photographer Carl Kerridge and artist William H Miller, F1rst Friday Artwalk was created to unify and promote the local arts in downtown Myrtle Beach, which housed five art galleries and a frame shop at that time. Since then, F1rst Friday Artwalks have continued with the William H Miller Studios hosting a F1rst Friday Art Reception monthly during the event.
In strolling through the Arts & Innovation district, Artwalk attendees will discover a diverse showcase of local talent. Participating galleries and businesses will feature stunning works from a variety of artistic mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and more. In addition to showcasing their art, several artists will be painting or working with their mediums during the Artwalk.
Check out the F1rst Friday Artwalk map, including the full list of participating businesses and artists by clicking here.
