Neighborhood Services

09/07/2026

What an incredible time at the Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest! From the powerful worship and amazing music to the fellowship, laughter, and beautiful moments shared with family and friends, this was truly an event to remember!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make this festival possible.

📅 SAVE THE DATE!
🌊 Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise 2027
📆 September 2–5, 2027

09/05/2026

Day two of the Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest was filled with praise, worship and fellowship. We hope to see you this evening for night three of the eighth annual event.

- 4 p.m., Saturday, September 5 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard

09/04/2026

City of Myrtle Beach Mayor, Mark Kruea welcomed thousands of Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest attendees to the eighth annual festival at Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place. If you miss Friday’s event, we want to see you tomorrow.

- 4 p.m., Saturday, September 5 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard

09/04/2026

The eighth annual Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest Jump Off Concert brought the community out to Charlie’s Place Thursday evening. Local and regional gospel artists took the stage. The festival continues through Saturday, September 5.

- 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard
- 4 p.m., Saturday, September 5 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard

For more information, click here: https://mbwavesofpraise.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT9NRdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWMwRzJOYUVpeHgydFlOUGdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeTZcMewUFVA8QoTHKhTGzgZQCtZkbCjflrfG4I_wMLvgEywitQRnMKtLfC6c_aem_06FsUvNkm1GnZ1DkBP63IA

09/02/2026

Don’t miss the eighth annual Myrtle Beach Waves of Praise Gospel Fest!

It will be Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 3-5. The event features local, regional and national recording gospel artists, food, activities for the kids and more.

Grammy and Stellar Award-winning recording artists scheduled to perform include Dorinda Clark Cole, John P. Kee & New Life, Luther Barnes, Tim Rogers, Jarell Smalls, Melvin Crispell III, Beverly Crawford and Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers. See the event schedule below.

- 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 3 – Jump Off Concert, Charlie’s Place, 1420 Carver Street
- 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard
- 4 p.m., Saturday, September 5 – Gospel Fest, Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, 812 North Ocean Boulevard

For more information, click here: https://mbwavesofpraise.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT9NRdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWMwRzJOYUVpeHgydFlOUGdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeTZcMewUFVA8QoTHKhTGzgZQCtZkbCjflrfG4I_wMLvgEywitQRnMKtLfC6c_aem_06FsUvNkm1GnZ1DkBP63IA

08/27/2026

Neighbors, families and law enforcement will come together for an evening of community spirit during National Night Out 2026. The annual event is from 5 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C, 2101 North Oak Street. Admission is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Myrtle Beach city council members, Myrtle Beach police officers and specialized units, including SWAT, the K-9 Unit and Bike Patrol. Public Works, emergency response and fire vehicles will also be on display. The event features vendors, arts and crafts, face painting, music and family-friendly activities. Neighborhood Watch groups are invited to participate in the "One Pot Wonder" competition, with prizes awarded for first, second and third place. For more information, contact the Myrtle Beach Police Department's Crime Prevention Office at 843-918-1806.

08/20/2026

Pack your patience!

**NEWS RELEASE**

ROAD CLOSURES AND TRAFFIC DELAYS EXPECTED FRIDAY AHEAD OF PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP'S VISIT TO MYRTLE BEACH

Myrtle Beach residents and visitors should expect temporary road closures and traffic delays during the late afternoon and evening Friday, Aug. 21, due to President Donald Trump’s visit to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

This is not a City of Myrtle Beach event; however, the city-owned Myrtle Beach Convention Center is serving as the event venue. Doors to the convention center are scheduled to open to attendees at 3 p.m., and increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic is expected in the area beginning earlier in the day.

The city also urges anyone planning to wait outside the convention center to prepare for hot weather. Heat-related illness is a concern, particularly for those who may be standing outside for an extended period. Attendees who plan to wait outside in the queue should take precautions to stay cool and seek assistance immediately if they begin experiencing signs of heat-related illness.

Some roads near the Myrtle Beach Convention Center may be posted “local traffic only” beginning in the late morning, with temporary road closures expected in the late afternoon and evening, particularly in areas between the Myrtle Beach International Airport and the convention center. Drivers should allow extra travel time, use alternate routes when possible and follow directions from law enforcement officers. Please drive slowly in affected areas and avoid stopping along roadways or blocking intersections. Closures will vary in duration, and roads will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so.

Because of security requirements, exact road closures and details about the president’s travel route will not be announced in advance. Closures are subject to change at the direction of the U.S. Secret Service. The city is providing the best information available to help residents, area schools, businesses and visitors plan ahead and make appropriate travel decisions.

The City of Myrtle Beach appreciates everyone’s patience and cooperation as city teams coordinate with federal and local partners to accommodate the presidential visit while minimizing impacts to residents, area schools, businesses and visitors.

08/19/2026

Have a great year!