This day’s observance first appeared in 2010. It was to turn attention back from big-box retailers and online shopping.
It continues today, on a day many consumers begin holiday shopping. If you are in North Myrtle Beach that day, you have many choices for your patronage. This area has a wonderful array of mom-and-pop operations.
Myrtle Beach is convenient to:
- Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach
- Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach
- The Market Common, Myrtle Beach
- Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Shops
Tips for Shopping Small Businesses
It’s easy to get behind a theme like Small Business Saturday. Here’s how to do it right.
- Do lunch there too
After you finish shopping, grab a bite to eat. Hook & Barrel is a nice local place for a funky fresh dinner near Ocean Reef Resort.
- Budget for it
A dose of planning gets you a long way after the day of recognition. Set aside a portion of your money to spend only locally. It will reinforce your habit.
- Follow them
A lasting declaration of support comes when you follow and interact on social media. You’ll keep up-to-date and organically promote the business.
Where to Support Small Businesses in North Myrtle Beach
Small businesses can transport the consumer to a time when service was customized. Find it here.
Barefoot Landing, North Myrtle Beach
There are many small operations in this beautiful complex.
EAT HERE: Blueberry’s Grill
- A model of small restaurants with two local locations. Try the Bloody Mary and Cheesy Shrimp Grits! The fare is Mediterranean-American.
SHOP HERE: Christmas Mouse
- Holiday fun is alluring all year long! Pick up distinctive beach-themed Christmas decorations. Holiday cheer is contagious here.
TRY THIS: Check out the calendar of events for fun.
The Market Common, Myrtle Beach
You could walk all day from shop to shop, restaurant to restaurant, and entertainment to entertainment.
EAT HERE: Zardin Healthy Eatery
- The staff creates fresh, local, rich food and drinks. It’s a fantastic place for a healthy alternative on the go. Enjoy all-day breakfast.
SHOP HERE: Uncommon Chocolatier
- Quite possibly the coolest chocolatier on the planet. You will be back for more. Indulgent selections, custom orders, vegan options, and more.
TRY THIS: Treat your family to a mystery to solve. Escape Vault challenges you to beat the clock together in an incredible escape room.
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Shops
Customers couldn’t ask for a more classic setting for shopping.
EAT HERE: Peaches Corner
- It’s an Ocean Boulevard original, established in 1937. Legendary country group Alabama even sang about it. Get a footlong and onion rings.
SHOP HERE: Gay Dolphin Gift Cove
- You’re unlikely to walk out of this megastore without a souvenir. You could spend hours in what they call the nation’s biggest gift shop.
TRY THIS: Visit the one spot on the Boardwalk that elicits screams: Nightmare Haunted House. The Zombie Zone is a thrill a minute.
Ocean Reef Resort: An Accumulation of Excellent Reviews
Settling into a place that is proud to serve its happy guests over chain hotels could not be easier: Ocean Reef. In a premier location with amazing amenities, it’s the place you’ll get service with a smile. You’re in for an extraordinary experience.
