Fall Bike Week is revving into Myrtle Beach. A visitor’s guide to its sights and sounds.
Myrtle Beach’s fall bike week is rolling into town later this month for a 10-day run that is expected to pull in crowds of up to 30,000 people.
It can be an overwhelming experience for first-timers or newcomers to the area as all those bikes start revving into the region on Sept. 29, but organizers have created several resources to help keep the event user-friendly and safe.
Here’s a guide to what you should know as the popular tradition launches for another year.
If you don’t own a motorcycle, rent one and hit the road
Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Rentals started in 2020, and offers rides by the day, starting at $175, according to its website. Its inventory includes Harley Davidsons, Kawasaki and Suzukis. Reservations can be made online. All riders must be at least 21 years old and have a valid motorcycle endorsed driver’s license.
Rollin’ Rentals, based in Murrells Inlet, also offers by-the-day bikes for between $125 and $250, according to its website. Its requirements are the same as Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Rentals, though customers must use state-mandated helmets, which are also available to rent.
Google-powered technology gives easy access to biker hot spots
Fall Bike Week organizers have gathered a list of 20 hot spots across the Grand Strand, using GPS-linked data through Google Earth to create a virtual guide for must-see locations.
The map hits locations from Murrells Inlet to Little River and includes iconic watering holes like The Bowery, Suck, Bang, Blow, the Rat Hole and of course Myrtle Beach’s Ocean Boulevard.
The guide includes links to each establishment’s website along with hours of operation, addresses and phone numbers.
Need swag? You can get it online
If you attended bike week and didn’t buy a T-shirt, did you even attend bike week? You can grab customized clothing, tote bags and even home decor branded with Myrtle Beach bike spring rally insignia through an Amazon portal linked to the event’s official Facebook page.
Most purchases will set you back between $25 and $40.
Looking for a concert? Live music is on tap throughout the rally
The Grand Strand’s music scene, which draws homegrown talent alongside nationally-known acts, always has something to offer.
MyrtleLive.com is a clearinghouse for those looking to attend a show. It’s calendar updates daily and covers venues from Pawleys Island to Little River, including communities such as Carolina Forest, Cherry Grove, Market Common and Socastee.
This story was originally published September 6, 2023 at 5:00 AM.