Free Concerts Myrtle Beach · Plyler Park · Summer 2026
Hot Summer
Nights
The Grand Strand’s best free summer concert tradition.
Know Before You Go
Free Concerts Myrtle Beach —
All Summer Long.
Hot Summer Nights is Myrtle Beach’s premier series of free concerts — Wednesday and Friday live music at Plyler Park, 13 weeks, 27 performances, zero cost to attend. These free concerts in Myrtle Beach are just part of the story.
Every single night of the week, Over the Moon Productions brings free street entertainment to Plyler Park — stilt walkers, fire performers, foam parties, variety shows, and more. And every Wednesday night, fireworks light up the sky above the 2nd Avenue Pier at 9 PM.
This is your downtown Myrtle Beach summer. Here’s what’s happening each night:
Free Concerts Myrtle Beach
Live Music Lineup · Summer 2026
Mystic Vibrations
Roots ReggaeSouth Carolina’s roots reggae standard-bearers. Ric Williams and the band have been bringing authentic Jamaican-influenced sounds — and their message of love, unity, and peace — to East Coast stages since 1992. High energy, conscious lyrics, loyal crowds.
Randy Atwood Band
Country / Southern RockHigh-energy country and Southern rock that keeps crowds singing and dancing. Tight harmonies, dazzling instrumentals, and all the hits from Jason Aldean, Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, and Morgan Wallen. A must-see for country fans.
The Geoff Gates Band
Country / Pop / RockSaxophonist and guitarist Geoff Gates leads a band blending modern country with pop and rock influences for a fresh, radio-ready sound. Polished live show, strong harmonies, and upbeat music made for beachside evenings.
Funky Leroy Harper & The Allstars
Funk / R&B / SoulBringing the heat with high-energy funk, R&B, and soul — Funky Leroy Harper and his all-star crew know how to work a crowd. Expect deep grooves, powerful horns, and a performance built to get everyone moving at Plyler Park.
Ocean Forest
Psychedelic Surf RockFormed right here in Myrtle Beach in 2014, Ocean Forest brings psychedelic surf rock with a shoegaze, dream pop feel — Americana meets coastal cool. One of the most original sounds on the Grand Strand.
Level 10
R&B / Soul / PartyA high-energy party band that brings the authentic soul and R&B sound to life. Level 10 doesn’t perform — they put on a show. Every performance is built to create an unforgettable experience from first note to last.
Solacoustix
Acoustic Rock / Reggae / PopSmooth grooves and laid-back coastal vibes — acoustic rock, reggae, and pop blended into a perfect beach soundtrack. A favorite along the South Carolina coast, and a natural fit for a warm summer night at Plyler Park.
Hooked
Rock / Pop / Country / Multi-GenreHOOKED has you covered with an unparalleled variety of songs and energy to keep you singing and dancing all night long. From the classics to modern hits — rock, pop, country, disco, Motown, metal, hip hop and more — they strive to do it all.
HWY 17
80s Rock / Party / DanceVoted one of the top party bands on the beach, HWY 17 is the Grand Strand’s hottest 80s rock party. This six-piece outfit delivers all your favorites from the 80s — come dance and sing for the Fourth of July!
The Peeples Project
Funk / R&B / PopSoulful funk, R&B, and pop covers with a polished, modern edge. Standout vocals and a grooving rhythm section create an infectious live experience. They connect across generations — festival favorites for exactly that reason.
Ntranze
Pop / Rock / Top 40A versatile party band covering pop, rock, dance, and Top 40 — guaranteed to keep the party bouncing nonstop. High energy, no breaks, everyone on the dance floor singing and dancing all through the night.
We Saw A Bear
Indie Pop / Alternative RockUpbeat indie-pop and alternative rock with catchy hooks and positive energy. Fresh but familiar — a sound that connects easily with all ages. If you haven’t seen them yet, this is your summer to catch them live.
Devin Dove Band
Country / Rock / PopCountry, rock, and pop with a modern Southern sound. Soulful rock, original songs, and the pop hits you already know — a band that keeps you grooving from start to finish.
Chasing Rachel
Carolina Beach / PopLive, loud, and local — this is your go-to Carolina band for good vibes, big voices, and beach-town soul. Born for stages like Plyler Park. Exactly the energy a summer night downtown deserves.
Emory West Band
Country / Southern RockPolished country and Southern rock with a modern twist. A husband-and-wife vocal duo leads this rocking country good time — powerful voices, tight arrangements, and a stage presence that draws you in.
The Zilches
Classic Rock · 60s & 70sA North Carolina group of young artists playing the music that inspired generations before them — 60s and 70s classic rock done right. Unique voices, timeless songs, and a genuine love for the music they perform.
Fossil Rockers
RockThe Fossil Rockers bring classic rock energy and seasoned stage presence to close out July at Plyler Park. A crowd-friendly performance built for a summer Friday night downtown.
Burning Bridges
Classic Rock · 70s–90sVeteran musicians playing well-known hits you won’t hear from other bands — not the same tired songs. All done accurately, like the original versions from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Excellent vocals. Real crowd pleasers.
Joes On Call
Party RockA high-energy three-piece rock band with Joe leading the charge from behind the drums. This power trio keeps the people moving with party rock songs — lean lineup, maximum impact.
Vince Peeples & The Co.
Blues / Rock / Southern GroovesSoulful blues, rock, and Southern-inspired grooves from seasoned musicians who know exactly what they’re doing. Authentic sound, rich live experience — the kind of music that stays with you after the night is over.
Justin Fox Band
Blues / Southern RockGuitar virtuoso Justin Fox channels Jimi Hendrix and the Black Crowes into original music and covers that rock with a familiar beat. Blues-soaked, Southern-fired, and impossible to ignore. Catch him live — you’ll understand immediately.
Instant Karma
Classic RockClassic rock that gets people on their feet and keeps them there. Timeless rock favorites, tight harmonies, and a stage presence that exudes fun — Instant Karma brings the party to every performance, every time.
Bailey Road
Southern RockThree guitars and a solid rhythm section drive this Southern Rock train out of Conway, SC. Bailey Road is a unique outfit — the kind of band that sounds exactly like a summer night in the South should feel.
The Mary English Band
Pop / Rock / CountryVersatile, soulful, and crowd-connected — pop, rock, and country with vocals that stop you in your tracks. The Mary English Band adapts seamlessly to any audience and leaves every show better than it started.
Slack Tide
Coastal Rock / ReggaeCoastal rock and reggae-inspired vibes that are the perfect beach soundtrack. Relaxed grooves, upbeat rhythms, and a sound that makes you feel like you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. Ideal for a late-August Friday night.
Old Soul
Classic Rock / Blues / SoulClassic rock, blues, and soulful favorites with a timeless feel. Seasoned musicians, authentic sound, and music that resonates across generations — Old Soul is the perfect way to spend one of the last warm Wednesday nights of summer.
Paperwork
Funk Rock / PartyHigh-energy funk rock and party favorites — engaging, lively, and built for nonstop energy. Paperwork closes out Hot Summer Nights 2026 the right way: on a Friday night, with a crowd that doesn’t want the summer to end.
Where
Plyler Park
1000 N. Ocean Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Ocean Blvd at 9th Ave N
When
June 10 – September 4
Bands: Wednesdays & Fridays
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Admission
Free.
No tickets. No registration.
Just show up.
Hot Summer Nights is the largest series of free concerts in Myrtle Beach.
Every Night
Over the Moon Productions entertainment every night of the week at Plyler Park — beginning June 8.
Fireworks
Every Wednesday at 9 PM at 2nd Avenue Pier — all summer long.