4 Upcoming Myrtle Beach Area Tournaments You Might Not Be Aware Of

By Joe Novak

The PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com World Amateur Handicap Championship celebrates its 40^th year in 2023, and in that span has firmly established itself as the premier tournament playing experience for the recreational golfer. But for as big and renowned as the World Am has become in four decades’ time, let’s not forget that the Grand Strand plays host to many additional events throughout the year.

If you’re an avid (or even casual) golfer seeking thrilling challenges and unforgettable experiences, look no further than the Myrtle Beach area. With its renowned reputation as a golfing paradise, our coastal destination offers a wide variety of amateur golf tournaments that you or your group won’t want to miss. Here’s a sampling of a few upcoming opportunities.

Family Golf Week

• Where: 8 Myrtle Beach-area courses
• When: July 20-22, 2023
• Website: https://familygolfweek.com/
• What makes it unique: father/son, mother/daughter, parent/child pairings

Celebrate the power of family bonds at the Father & Son Team Classic, this is the largest event of its kind worldwide. For 17 years, this tournament had been dedicated to creating cherished memories and fostering friendly competition among fathers and sons. However, in 2018, the tournament committee made an exciting change by rebranding the broader experience as Family Golf Week, with a new format that combined the Mother & Daughter Team Classic and the Father & Daughter Team Classic into the all-encompassing Parent & Child Team Classic. Now, the entire family can participate in this longstanding tradition through two separate tournaments.

The Plunder on Pawleys

• Where: True Blue & Caledonia
• When: July 21-22, 2023
• Website: https://thesaltygolfer.com/
• What makes it unique: Large cash prizes, giveaways, and welcome/gift bags

Get ready for an extraordinary event as local social media influencer The Salty Golfer joins forces with Traveling Country Club to present the highly anticipated 3rd Annual Plunder on Pawleys! Play two of “The Golf Capital of the World’s” most highly-rated and nationally recognized courses in one of the fastest-growing tournaments in the Myrtle Beach area.

HERO100 Myrtle Beach Patriots Golf Marathon to Benefit Folds of Honor

• Where: World Tour Golf Links
• When: Sept. 3, 2023
• Website: https://charity.pledgeit.org/myrtlebeachpatriots
• What makes it unique: 100 holes played in 24 hours

This incredible annual event makes a lasting impact on the lives of military and first responders’ spouses and children across the nation. Participants experience the heroic challenge of playing 100 holes of golf while showing their unwavering support for military families. This event brings together true heroes who are dedicated to making a difference. So, put your patriotism on full display and be part of this extraordinary opportunity to make a meaningful change!

Short Par 4 Fall Classic

• Where: 16 Myrtle Beach-area courses
• When: November 12-16, 2023
• Website: https://shortpar4fallclassic.com/
• What makes it unique: Features high-end courses exclusively

Get ready for an unforgettable golf experience at the 9th Annual Short Par 4 Fall Classic! This fantastic event, organized by Golf Tourism Solutions, takes place at top-tier golf courses along the Grand Strand. Prepare to test your skills over four days and 72 holes, with exciting formats changing each day. It’s the perfect opportunity to extend your golf season in 2023 and create unforgettable memories on the course.

Myrtle Beach-area amateur golf tournaments provide an unrivaled opportunity to showcase your skills, bond with fellow golf enthusiasts, and create lasting memories. With a diverse range of tournaments hosted on world-class courses, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself in our truly unique destination and immerse yourself in its vibrant and accommodating golfing culture. Grab your clubs, and let’s play!