4th of July

Croissants Bistro & Bakery to host 3rd Annual 4th of July Cupcake Eating Contest & Festival

Do you like cupcakes? Do you like feeling really, really full? Then this could be for you! On Friday, July 4th, Croissants Bistro & Bakery in Myrtle Beach, will be holding their 3rd Annual Cupcake Eating Contest & Festival from 2 to 5 p.m.

During the event, the community is invited to enjoy some holiday fun including pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, cupcake decorating, and carnival games. There will also be hot dogs and hamburgers, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, and beverages from New South Brewery for purchase.

Now if you love light, fluffy, and buttery cupcakes enough to eat an insane amount of them in a short amount of time, you’re in luck. You can compete in the cupcake eating contest for a gift package worth over $1000 including hotel accommodations, restaurant certificates, amusement tickets, and more! And seriously, if you don’t win, you still got to eat a ton of cupcakes. Score! For more information about entering the event, register at info@croissants.net or call (843) 448-2253. You can also sign up online here. Space is limited.

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4th of July cupcakes, baseball, race cars, and fireworks

By Melissa Byers

fireworks It’s a holiday week in Myrtle Beach and, as you’d expect, there are tons of activities planned to celebrate!

Wednesday, July 3rd:

Wheels of Destruction at the Myrtle Beach Speedway – The weekly show features drifting, stunts, school bus racing, and, of course fireworks.

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans will host the Salem Red Sox with a 7:05 p.m. game time. After the game there will be a spectacular fireworks display! Click here to buy tickets online.

Thursday, July 4th:

Like cupcakes? Me too and this one is my favorite event. Croissants Bakery and Bistro is hosting their second annual Cupcake Eating Contest where Dennis Devorick, Carolina Forest Elementary School principal, will defend his title. The event is from 3 to 5 p.m. and there will be cupcakes, face painting, and other entertainment. For more information, check out their Facebook event page.

The Myrtle Beach Speedway is holding a Salute to the Military 100-lap race featuring NASCAR Late Models, Chargers, and mini-stocks. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the main event race begins at 8 p.m. with a massive fireworks display to close out the night. You can get tickets online here. General admission is $15.

For a full list of fireworks in Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, and Murrells Inlet, check out this post by MyrtleBeach.com. I’m not the biggest fan of the most crowded spots. Instead, I like to hop on a public access spot on the beach with a blanket and just watch from afar.

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Locals tip: 4th of July fireworks without the craziness

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Fireworks over Beach — photo by Flickr user Jason Barnette Photography

I’ve been to several of the fantastic, professional fireworks displays around the Grand Strand and they’re all amazing…with a few exceptions. The crowds, the traffic, and the close proximity, which is a problem for one child who has some pyrotechnic anxiety. Here’s how I solve this all.

Park your family on a nice cozy blanket or comfy chair on the beach. There will be fireworks on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, between 2nd and 14th Avenues at Ocean Boulevard. If you’re a southerner, there will also be a fireworks display at Surfside Drive and Ocean Boulevard, viewable from the beach. Last, you could head up north and watch them from the beach as they go off at the Cherry Grove pier. While times are vague, they are generally scheduled for between 9 and 10 p.m.

Getting some distance decreases the noise and concern over something firey touching you. You also get some personal space between you and your neighbor, a beautiful view of the great Atlantic, and the ability to enjoy inexpensive snacks you packed. I’m also a fan of these situations that don’t require tons of effort just in case one of the kiddos has a meltdown, doesn’t feel well, or falls asleep. If I didn’t battle tons of people and spend a ridiculous amount of time finding a spot, I’m a much happier camper should we have to leave before the main event.

The only downsides to this plan are:

1) Lack of pre-show entertainment

2) Lack of a potty

Have a great 4th of July!

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What’s up this weekend 7/1/11 – 7/4/11, including 4th of July fireworks

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Happy 4th of July! It’s a popular one for visiting Myrtle Beach, so welcome vacationers! We hope you enjoy your stay. There are lots of events going on around the Grand Strand, so let’s get down to business.

Are you a walker or runner? There will be an Independence Day 8k/5k at the Market Common’s Grand Park on Saturday, July 2nd beginning at 7:00 am. For more information call 843-712-2618 or visit www.independenceday8k.com.
On Saturday, July 2nd from noon to 8:00 pm, the Sons of Italy will present the “Italian American Salute to the 4th” at Valor Park in the Market Common. There will be entertainment, food, arts and crafts, free face painting and tattoos for the kids, Italian souvenirs, Italian Ices and Desserts, Beer, Wine and more! For more information, you can visit their website: SonsOfItalyMB.com.
On Monday, the town of Surfside Beach is hosting a 4th of July celebration from 6:00 – 10:00 pm at 13 North Ocean Boulevard.
On Monday, Barefoot Landing will present a 4th of July fireworks show at 10:15 pm.
On Monday, Broadway at the Beach will present a 4th of July fireworks show at 10:00 pm.
On Monday, there will be 4th of July fireworks at the 2nd Avenue pier in Myrtle Beach at 9:30 pm.
On Monday, there will be 4th of July fireworks at the Cherry Grove Pier in North Myrtle Beach at 9:30 pm.

If you know of additional events or fireworks displays, please add them in comments.

Enjoy the holiday weekend, everyone!

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