It seems a little early (and chilly) for Easter weekend to be upon us, but here we are. Parents are playing Easter Bunny, scouring the Target shelves for any remains of Easter Basket supplies. Tourists are pouring in for a fun family vacation. Here are our top picks and events for the weekend!
Top Picks for the Weekend
LUNCH
Where: La Manna Bread
What: La Manna Bread is Downtown Myrtle Beach's newest breakfast & lunch spot, located right on 9th avenue. You can pick up fresh-baked bread (and / or sweets!) to go. Or, stay and have breakfast or lunch inside the bright cafe or outside on the sidewalk. (more photos)
Try: Go for an empanada, leave with a sourdough loaf for later.
GPS: 507 9th Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
PLAN
Roadtrip event: Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Zoo
What: Sniff, swirl, sip and support conservation at Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden. Sample over 100 varieties of wine while savoring light bites and listening to live jazz in one of America's best public gardens. For those who prefer hops to grapes, an assortment of select local craft brews also will be available for tasting. Proceeds support the care and conservation of the animals and plants at Riverbanks and beyond.
When: April 19th from 7 - 9:30 pm
Tickets: $80 - $150
SEE
Art Exhibit: Buzzing for a Change
What: a mural by artist Matt Willey. He is hand-painting 50,000 honeybees, the number in a healthy hive, in murals and installations around the world. Brookgreen Gardens is proud to participate in this global art project to raise conservation awareness.
Where: at the Brookgreen Gardens Lowcountry Zoo’s “Conservation Station”, beside Red Wolf Ridge and observational beehive
TRY
The best cheese dip on the planet: Sun City Café
A dramatic presentation of the Smokin’ Oldie: Strong Waters Bar
Fig, brie, prosciutto magic on a baguette: Carolina Cheese & Provisions
📆Weekend Events
Friday, March 29
Epoxy Waves Class - Create an epoxy art charcuterie board at Two Brother’s at The Market Common
Photos with the Easter Bunny at Coastal Grande Mall (all weekend)
Saturday, March 30
Sunday, March 31
More things to do
100 Things to do in Myrtle Beach Before You Die by local Ashley Daniels is the BEST compilation of things to do in the Grand Strand for locals and visitors. Ashley is an incredible writer who captures the details of all the major attractions, restaurants, and beauty of the Grand Strand who puts a new spin on some old favorites and uncovers hidden gems even locals will be surprised to discover. You’ll love this bucket list of things to do in Myrtle Beach!
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Bread place sounds great, who doesn't love bread?