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Plan a fall getaway on the South Carolina Grand Strand and experience the mild weather, seasonal events, and laidback vibe of the season. Stay along the Grand Strand with BASK Away and plan your vacation around one of our annual fall events, celebrating music, food, art, and beer. Whether you are interested in sampling fall brews at Oktoberfest or decorating pumpkins with the kiddos at Brookgreen Gardens, there is a fall festival in South Carolina for every interest. Pack your bags and head to the beach for an unforgettable fall escape!

Fall Festivals Along the Grand Strand

Aynor Harvest Hoe-Down Festival

Kick off the fall season with the Aynor Harvest Hoe-Down Festival in Aynor. Attend one of the oldest and largest festivals in South Carolina and enjoy parades, arts and crafts, food vendors, kid-friendly entertainment, and live music.

Atalaya Arts & Craft Festival

Atalya Arts & Craft Festival returns to the Grand Strand for its 49th season this fall. Shop from over 100 artisans, try local food, and enjoy live music, all backdropped by the natural beauty of Huntington Beach State Park. 

Surfside Beach Family Festival

Free fun for the whole family awaits during the Surfside Beach Family Festival, offering arts and crafts and vendors, festival food, activities for children, and live entertainment. Stay at one of our Surfside Beach properties and walk to the event!

Oktoberfest at Barefoot Landing

If you are looking for an event for the adults in your group, we recommend attending Oktoberfest at Barefoot Landing. Purchase a wristband and enjoy 10% off food and beverages at participating restaurants throughout Barefoot Landing. Sample German-themed food and drinks throughout the day while enjoying live music and contests.

Harvest Home Festival

Head to Brookgreen Gardens for a day of classic fall fun during the Harvest Home Weekend Festival. Take young kids to explore the hay maze, decorate a pumpkin, and build a scarecrow together!

Little River ShrimpFest

Calling all seafood lovers to the annual Little River ShrimpFest along the historic Little River Waterfront. Stroll along the waterfront and stop for fresh seafood at several local restaurants. The event also includes shrimp cook-offs, jazz music, stilt walkers, balloon artists, and over 100 vendors.

Loris Bog-Off Festival

The Loris Bog-Off Festival celebrates the Southern specialty chicken bog, a spicy combination of rice, chicken, sausage, and pepper. Enjoy a plate of chicken bog while checking out the live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and fireworks at the night’s end.

Brew at the Zoo at Brookgreen Gardens

Sample more than 30 regional and national craft beers during the Brew at the Zoo event at Brookgreen Gardens. Immerse yourself in the beautiful gardens while sipping on beer, listening to live music, and eating at food trucks.

Book Your Fall Getaway on the Grand Strand

Plan your getaway around one of the annual South Carolina fall festivals along the Grand Strand with BASK Away. Browse our luxury vacation rentals along the Grand Strand from Pawleys Island to North Myrtle Beach and find the perfect property for your group. Elevate your stay with our equipment and concierge services, not found anywhere else on the beach. From private chefs to golf cart rentals, we provide everything you need for an unforgettable fall getaway!

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