North Myrtle Beach Christmas Tree Lighting Set for Dec. 1 at McLean Park

The City of North Myrtle Beach will kick off its annual local holiday celebrations on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, with the official Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at McLean Park. The municipal event gathers area families, year-round residents, and winter visitors to mark the opening of the city's seasonal festivities.

The gathering takes place at McLean Park, located at 93 Oak Drive in North Myrtle Beach. Activities will start at 6:00 p.m. Attendance is free and open to everyone, with no admission fee or advance registration required to attend.

Santa Claus and his holiday friends will make a special appearance at the park to take part in the festivities and assist with the formal tree lighting. The evening's scheduled entertainment includes live stage performances, traditional Christmas music, community caroling, and refreshments provided for attendees.

This annual gathering serves as a primary anchor for the city's broader Christmas in North Myrtle Beach holiday season, which also highlights major local attractions like The Great Christmas Light Show hosted through City Parks. The ceremony offers a central place for community members to gather before the full lineup of winter events gets underway.

Residents, commuters, and holiday guests planning to attend should set aside Tuesday evening, December 1, 2026, on their calendars. Attendees traveling to 93 Oak Drive NMB, SC 29582 are encouraged to plan ahead for evening travel near the park to ensure adequate time for parking and getting settled before the 6:00 p.m. stage performances begin.