Thanksgiving brings thoughts of turkey, pumpkin pie, and the beach. Yep, that sounds about right. When families have a week off, skip the traditional Thanksgiving and make it a vacation instead.
Six Great Ideas for Thanksgiving on the Hammock Coast
Lay out a Holiday Spread
Cook at your vacation property. After all, our rentals offer well-equipped kitchens with everything you need to cook a delicious holiday meal. Many include an outdoor dining area on the deck to enjoy your meal with a spectacular view.
Enjoy a Local Thanksgiving
Local Eat Drink Celebrate restaurant at The Hammock Shops Village serves a full menu and Thanksgiving favorites from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 23. Make a reservation by calling 843-314-0474.
Light it Up
Kick off the holiday season when the city of Pawleys Island lights its Christmas tree on Saturday, Nov. 25. The event includes carols and a visit from Santa. The MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet also has a free wonderland of lights and festive decorations starting Nov. 25.
See the Garden Glow
For more lights (and we mean a lot more), head to Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet. As one of the most beloved holiday traditions in the region, Nights of a Thousand Candles features more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights illuminating the gardens. From 4-9 p.m. starting the Saturday after Thanksgiving, visitors can walk the lighted path to the sounds of holiday music. Tickets are $17 for children/$35 for adults (nonmembers).
Shop Small
Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet offer specialty boutiques and locally-owned shops where you can find unique gifts for those on your Christmas list. Start with the almost two dozen stores at The Hammock Shops Village, 10880 Ocean Highway, which has operated on Pawleys Island since 1938. Shops offer island apparel, gourmet food items, jewelry, locally made candles, wine, and more. Then head to the Island Shops shopping center, 10659 Ocean Highway, a collection of shops, galleries, jewelry stores, and more.
Dine Out
Enjoy outstanding meals during your stay at one of the delicious restaurants in Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet. Some favorites include Caffe Piccolo, Bistro 217, Chive Blossom, The Rustic Table, Frank’s, and Drunken Jack’s.
Book your stay in a prime coastal property and start a new holiday tradition. There’s plenty of room to bring the whole family, including Grandma.