Best Places for Live Music in North Myrtle Beach

Written by Marissa Polascak on Friday, March 31, 2017

Sometimes nothing is better than sitting at your favorite bar, drink in hand, listening to the sweet sounds of live music. Luckily for vacationers, North Myrtle Beach is home to tons of awesome places to catch bands playing original and popular hits live throughout the week. From rock and reggae to beach music perfect for shag dancing, check out these places to catch live music in North Myrtle Beach:

2001 Nightclub

For over 30 years, 2001 Nightclub has been entertaining locals and visitors to North Myrtle Beach with live music and some of the best DJs around! 2001 Nightclub boasts two clubs under one roof: Next Level and Club Touch. Next Level is the place to be for live music such as beach music bands and local artists. On the other hand, Club Touch is great for those who enjoy dancing to hip-hop, classic, Top 40 hits, and more spun by a DJ. 

Duck’s Beach Club

Duck’s Beach Club is situated on the famed Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. With the tagline “Where the Party People Party,” its no wonder that Duck’s is a great place to see some live bands. All throughout the year visitors can find live music at Duck’s, and the popular club is always packed when the shag dancers come to town! 

Fat Harold’s Beach Club

Since 1962, people from all over have been flocking to Fat Harold’s Beach Club for Carolina shag dance events. This is a happenin’ place for those who love beach music, fun, dancing, delicious comfort food, and friendly folks. 

House of Blues

House of Blues at Barefoot Landing is one of the best spots to catch live music while you’re in town. Not only does the House of Blues have a main concert hall where you can buy tickets to see some of your favorite bands and singers, but this location is also home to The Deck where you can grab a beer and listen to local bands jam the night away. 

Ocean Annie's

Ocean Annie’s

9550 Shore Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC - Directions

Love music AND the beach? Ocean Annie’s is the perfect spot to sit back, relax, catch some rays, and listen to live music while taking in the beautiful views of the ocean. This oceanfront bar is a popular hangout spot, and even has a pool in which guests can cool off during hot summer days

OD Lounge

The OD Arcade & Lounge, also known as “The Biggest Little Bar in Town,” is a friendly little spot located along Ocean Drive. This popular hangout is loved by locals and vacationers alike, and is known for live music, karaoke, dancing, games, food, and, of course, shag dancing! 

Pirate's Cove Lounge

Pirate’s Cove Lounge

205 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC - Directions

If you’re looking for a place to party late any day of the week, head over to Pirate’s Cove Lounge. This hot spot is open until 2 a.m. every day offering live music, drinks, dancing, food, and tons of fun. This Main Street haunt is complete with a rooftop bar that features live music each day of the week, as well as a large indoor stage and dance floor. 

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