There is nothing quite like spending Memorial Day on Isle of Palms. Kick off your summer with an unforgettable beach vacation on the South Carolina coast while remembering America’s fallen military servicemen and women. Whether you are heading to the beach with your entire family or your best friends, there is fun in the sun for everyone. Let this blog post be your guide to the ultimate Memorial Day on IOP fun!
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For those staying for a week or just for the Memorial Day weekend, IOP is the place to have fun in the sun. Memorial Day is the last Monday in May, so get out your calendar and start your vacation planning. Keep reading for the top reasons to book your getaway today!
Memorial Day Concert
Commemorate this special day with the Charleston Concert Band and Columbia Community Band at Hampton Park. This annual Memorial Day concert features a patriotic program honoring those who gave their lives fighting for the USA. No tickets are required, but you will want to bring a lawn chair.
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Visit the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum for a fun and educational experience. Browse the Medal of Honor Museum, tour the USS Yorktown or Laffey, or view the Vietnam Experience.
On Memorial Day at 3:00 pm, the museum participates in an annual national moment of remembrance, Taps Across America. This is an opportunity to pause for one minute of silent tribute while Taps plays in the background.
Charleston RiverDogs Game
Nothing says summer like baseball. Catch a Charleston RiverDogs home game during your Memorial Day on Isle of Palms.
Charleston Adventure Forest
This family-friendly attraction is just 30 minutes from IOP. Charleston Adventure Forest offers ziplining, a climbing wall, kid camps, and animal encounters. If you want something incredible to add to your Memorial Day Isle of Palms vacation itinerary, this thrilling adventure is for you.
A Day on the Water
Isle of Palms offers a variety of outdoor water activities. Enjoy surfing and paddle boarding, discover marine life on an eco-tour, and more! With so many fun and exciting things to choose from, you can try something new every day of your stay.
Spend the Day on the Beach
No coastal vacation would be complete without a day (or every day) on the beach. From sunbathing and wading in the surf to building sandcastles, a day on the beach is the best place for creating lifelong memories, relaxing, and getting a healthy dose of Vitamin Sea.
Visit Delicious IOP Restaurants
Experience incredible dining options during your Memorial Day vacation to Isle of Palms. Enjoy local farm-to-table bistros, open-air seafood joints, and waterfront grills. Delight your taste buds with the best IOP restaurants.
Stay in an Epic IOP Vacation Rental
When you book your stay at an IOP Vacation Rental with East Islands Rentals, you get the best selection of vacation homes and gold-star customer service. With gorgeous oceanfront homes and professional, local staff, you can’t go wrong! Say “hello” to summer with a blissful beach getaway.
Book a Vacation for Memorial Day on Isle of Palms Today!