Holiday Magic at the Resort

Yes! Many events at Kingston Resorts are open to the public, including Oktoberfest, the Turkey Trot 5K, Holiday Market & Tree Lighting, and Christmas Village. You do not need to be an overnight resort guest to attend these public events. Some experiences require tickets, registration, dining reservations or an overnight booking.

Several seasonal events are free to attend, including Oktoberfest, the Holiday Market & Tree Lighting and Christmas Village. Food, beverages, shopping and other select experience are available for purchase. The Turkey Trot 5K requires race registration, while dining experiences, overnight stays, and the New Year’s Eve Ball are available for an additional cost.

Many of our holiday events in Myrtle Beach are designed for the whole family. Christmas Village features Santa, holiday crafts, movies, s’mores, and seasonal activities, while the Holiday Market & Tree Lighting offers an evening of local shopping and Christmas festivities. Check individual event details above for information about specific activities and age requirements.

It depends on the event. Public events such as Oktoberfest, the Holiday Market & Tree Lighting and Christmas Village do not require admission tickets. Advance registration is required for the Turkey Trot 5K, reservations are recommended for holiday dining, and tickets are required for the Midnight Masquerade New Year’s Eve Ball.

Yes. Kingston Resorts offers Thanksgiving dining in Myrtle Beach for resort guests, locals and visitors. View the Thanksgiving section above for participating restaurants, menus, pricing, hours and reservation information.

Christmas at Kingston Resorts includes the Holiday Market & Tree Lighting, Christmas Village, The Snowfall Retreat holiday condo, Wet Whistle Tinsel Bar and special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining. Event dates, hours, and booking information can be found in the Christmas sections above.

Yes! Make it a holiday getaway with hotel rooms, suites, oceanfront condos and villas at Kingston Resorts. Guests can stay close to our Christmas festivities, holiday dining and New Year’s Eve celebration while enjoying an oceanfront stay in Myrtle Beach.

Holiday events are held at various locations throughout Kingston Resorts, including Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort, Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort, The Landing and Black Drum. Check the individual event information above for the specific location of each experience before arriving.

Yes. Guests receive 90-minutes of complimentary parking in paid parking areas at Kingston Resorts. Standard parking rates apply after the complimentary 90-minutes period. Parking for Christmas Village is free, so guests attending the Village can enjoy the festivities without a parking fee. Because holiday events take place in different areas throughout the resort, we recommend checking the individual event location before arriving.

We’re ready for the weather! Many of our holiday experience can continue rain or shine. Christmas Village is held indoors and will continue as scheduled. If inclement weather impacts the Holiday Market vendors will move indoors to one of our ballrooms. Wet Whistle Tinsel Bar features weather-protective dropdowns and heating to keep things cozy during cooler or rainy weather. In the event of inclement weather affecting the Turkey Trot 5K, the race will be rescheduled. Any updates regarding a new race will be communicated to registered participants.

This page is your guide to the holiday season at Kingston Resorts. Check back for the latest event dates, schedules, menus, tickets, reservations, and seasonal announcements throughout the fall and holiday season.