Myrtle Beach Weddings — Venues, Planners & Complete Guide
Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand offer some of the most beautiful wedding venues on the East Coast — from beachfront ceremonies at sunrise to antebellum plantation estates draped in Spanish moss. The Grand Strand hosts over 5,000 weddings per year.
Top Wedding Venues
| Venue | Location | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Litchfield Plantation | Pawleys Island | Historic Plantation | 1750s rice plantation. Avenue of live oaks draped in Spanish moss, antebellum architecture, private marina. |
| Caledonia Golf & Fish Club | Pawleys Island | Lowcountry Elegance | Stunning Lowcountry setting with grand clubhouse, moss-draped oaks, and private lake. Intimate and sophisticated. |
| Marriott Grande Dunes Resort | Myrtle Beach | Beachfront Luxury | Full-service resort with dedicated wedding coordinators, ocean-view ballrooms, and private beach. |
| Ocean Club at Grande Dunes | Myrtle Beach | Exclusive & Private | Private oceanfront club. Intracoastal Waterway and ocean views, intimate atmosphere. |
| Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort | Pawleys Island | Lowcountry Charm | Sprawling resort with oceanfront villas, private beach, multiple pools, and championship golf access. |
| The Tides Hotel | North Myrtle Beach | Boutique & Intimate | Boutique oceanfront hotel with rooftop bar, panoramic views, quieter stretch of beach. |
Beach Wedding Essentials
South Carolina requires a marriage license from the county probate court. Horry County (Myrtle Beach) and Georgetown County (Pawleys Island/Litchfield) both process licenses. No waiting period — you can apply and receive the license the same day.
Beach ceremonies on public beaches in South Carolina are free and require no permit for groups under 25. Larger ceremonies may require a permit from the city or county parks department.
Best months for beach weddings: April–June and September–October. July and August are hot and humid. Hurricane season runs June–November — always have an indoor backup plan.
Honeymoon Hotels
Marriott Grande Dunes Resort — Top choice for honeymoons. Oceanfront suites with private balconies, world-class spa, two championship golf courses, private beach club.
Ocean Club at Grande Dunes — Exclusive private club. Intracoastal Waterway and ocean views, concierge service, intimate atmosphere.
Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort — Pawleys Island resort with oceanfront villas, private beach, and the laid-back Lowcountry vibe.