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Waterfront Weddings & All the Extras

You can host everything from the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and even the bachelor or bachelorette party without leaving the island.

Our spacious guest homes provide a blissful beach paradise for family and friends and our romantic hotels and B-n-B’s will assure that the wedding night is absolutely perfect.

On Folly Beach,

There Are So Many Ways to Enjoy Life on the Water

As you can imagine, our life revolves heavily around the water and being outdoors. Surfing, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, biking, or just walking on the beach … there are so many ways to enjoy the natural beauty of Folly Beach.

Festival Fun

Annual Folly Festivals

From street festivals to beach-wide art and music festivals, Folly Beach knows how to have fun! Most of these annual events take place between early fall and early spring.

Sea & Sand Festival
  • Sea & Sand Festival
  • July 4th Fireworks
  • Mermaids & Mateys
  • Christmas Parade
  • New Year’s Eve
  • Bill Murray Polar Plunge
  • Taste Of Folly

Sea & Sand Festival

February 28, 2026

Location:
Folly Beach

Time:
10:00am - 4:00pm

Buy Tickets Now S&S 2026 Vendor Map & List The annual Sea & Sand Festival, Folly’s longest-running festival at 34 years, returns to Folly Beach Saturday, February 28 & Sun...

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Sea & Sand Festival

July 4th Fireworks

July 4, 2026

Location:
West side of the island, near the Pier

Time:
9:00pm Onwards

Join us on July 4 to celebrate Independence Day with a fun and festive Fireworks Show! The show will begin at dusk and will shoot from the West side of the island, a few blocks from the pier. Viewi...

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July 4th Fireworks

Mermaids & Mateys

October 3, 2026

Location:
Center Street

Time:
10:00am - 4:00pm

October 3, 2026 Ahoy, friends! Get ready as our beloved Mermaids & Mateys Festival returns to Folly Beach in October 2026. Gather your crew, dust off your tail or pirate gear, and prepare to ce...

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Mermaids & Mateys

Christmas Parade

December 12, 2026

Location:
Folly Beach

Time:
12:00pm Onwards

Join us on December 12, 2026 in Santa’s favorite beach town for The Annual City of Folly Beach Christmas Parade! Line up along Center Street as floats, marching bands, and community associations show ...

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Christmas Parade

New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2026

Location:
Center Street, Folly Beach

Time:
7:00pm Onwards

New Year’s Eve: Wednesday, December 31, 2026 Join us on the beach for Folly’s annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show. A spectacular, family-friendly show will light up the night sky! Viewing is av...

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New Year’s Eve

Bill Murray Polar Plunge

January 1, 2027

Location:
Beachside at the Tides Hotel

Time:
11:00am Onwards

Thursday, January 1, 2027 | Beachside at the Tides Hotel “Come Freeze Your Bills Off” We will pay homage to one of Charleston’s funniest residents, Bill Murray! The Polar Bear Plunge rounds out ...

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Bill Murray Polar Plunge

Taste Of Folly

January, 2027

Location:
Center Street

Time:
6:00pm Onwards

Folly Beach is serving up the flavor again in January 2027! Kick things off Friday night with our Cocktail Competition, then keep the fun rolling with the Savory Saturday Street Closure celebration. S...

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Taste Of Folly

Forecast

Weather on Folly Beach

Folly Beach, SC
54°
Fair
6:50 am6:15 pm EST
Feels like: 48°F
Wind: 17mph SSW
Humidity: 86%
Pressure: 30"Hg
UV index: 2
5 pm6 pm7 pm8 pm9 pm
54°F
54°F
54°F
54°F
54°F
ThuFriSatSunMon
63°F / 55°F
61°F / 52°F
63°F / 48°F
66°F / 52°F
61°F / 45°F

Forecast

Weather on Folly Beach

Folly Beach, SC
54°
Fair
6:50 am6:15 pm EST
Feels like: 48°F
Wind: 17mph SSW
Humidity: 86%
Pressure: 30"Hg
UV index: 2
5 pm6 pm7 pm8 pm9 pm
54°F
54°F
54°F
54°F
54°F
ThuFriSatSunMon
63°F / 55°F
61°F / 52°F
63°F / 48°F
66°F / 52°F
61°F / 45°F

Folly Beach Cam

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Detailed Maps & Visitor’s Guide

Click the button below to check out our interactive maps which feature a variety of attractions and points of interest, as well as a downloadable Visitors Guide.

Click on the orange areas below for more information.

Folly Beach

Hover over areas on the map and click for more information.

Folly Beach map
THE PIER FISHING FOLLY RIVER PARK DOWNTOWN ECO-TOURS FOLLY BOAT LANDING MORRIS ISLAND & LIGHTHOUSE AREA FOLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK WAVE WATCH PLAYGROUND THE WASHOUT PIRATE'S COVE PLAYGROUND SHORE BIRD PARK BARK PARK SUNSET CAY MARINA BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT

THE PIER

Fishing, walking, birding, and the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of the “Edge of America” are just some of the possibilities at the Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier.

FISHING

Folly Beach offers all the variety a fisherman could want. Enjoy bountiful surf fishing, river fishing, pier fishing and deep-sea sport fishing year-round due to the Lowcountry’s mild temperatures.

FOLLY RIVER PARK

The River Park includes a community dock for residents and visitors to fish, crab and enjoy marsh vistas and breathtaking sunsets. A great venue for large group events and weddings, it provides a covered stage area, swings, bathrooms and walkways throughout the park area.

DOWNTOWN

EAT: As casual as the vibe is on Folly, you'll find that we are serious about our food.
SHOP: Take a break from the beach and stroll down Center Street for some Folly Beach shopping.
CHILL: Listen for live music coming from all directions and follow the sound of shaking cocktails.

Check out the detailed Downtown menu below for more information.

ECO-TOURS

Explore the natural beauty of Folly Beach through a variety of sightseeing tours and excursions available both on land and on water.

FOLLY BOAT LANDING

The Folly boat landing is the perfect launch site for kayakers and paddleboarders, and it provides boaters with their only public access to the Folly River.  

A trip to Folly Beach isn’t complete without venturing out on the water.

Click Here for More Information on Water Sports on Folly.

Access and parking are free of charge. 

MORRIS ISLAND & LIGHTHOUSE AREA

The Morris Island Lighthouse was built in 1872 and is most notable for its slight NE lean, which is believed to have been the result of the earthquake of 1886. The lighthouse sits several hundred yards into the ocean and can be seen from the Morris Island Inlet at the end of East Ashley Avenue or via the beach. The inlet is a PROTECTED WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, so please be conscious of bird and turtle nests, and please, NO DOGS.

FOLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK

The Folly Beach County Park provides a guarded swimming area open to the general public. Concessions, picnic area, restrooms and outdoor showers. Boogie boards, bicycles, umbrellas, and chair rentals are available between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season.

WAVE WATCH PLAYGROUND

Wave Watch Playground is located at the end of West Cooper Avenue on Folly Beach. The playground is completely enclosed with an abundance of swings, see-saws, slides and more. There is also a covered gazebo perfect for birthday parties and small gatherings, and a “Little Library” (free book share) just outside of the entrance. 

THE WASHOUT

Folly Beach is one of the premiere surfing destinations on the East Coast ... and The Washout is the best area for surfing on Folly. This area of beach was named after Hurricane Hugo "washed out" several homes creating unobstructed wind flow that is perfect for surfing.

The Washout walkover provides beachgoers (specifically surfers) with access to the ocean past the 12th block. The access houses a bulletin board for community notices and an ATM.

PIRATE'S COVE PLAYGROUND

Pirate's Cove Playground is located on the 5th block east between Erie and Hudson. Themed for Folly with pirates, boats and the lighthouse slide, families can enjoy a basketball court, skate park, tennis court and playground area including a rope-webbed jungle gym and the toddlers shrimp boat.

SHORE BIRD PARK

BIRDING HOTSPOT! Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12-square-mile area.

Shore Bird Park was added in 2015 to draw attention to the local shorebird population. The park consists of a circular gravel area with two benches and a sign indicating the historical significance of the Shorebird. The park is open until sundown and is free to the public.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BARK PARK

Bring Fido to Folly! The park is open to all dogs registered with the City of Folly Beach. Find out how to register here.

Click Here for More Information.

SUNSET CAY MARINA

A beautiful marina with a no-frills local bar that happens to be the best spot on the island to catch our spectacular sunsets .... and you'll meet some of the nicest people you could imagine!

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

Explore & Enjoy

Detailed Maps & Visitor’s Guide

Folly Beach Maps

Click the button below to check out our interactive maps which feature a variety of attractions and points of interest, as well as a downloadable Visitors Guide.

Folly Beach map
THE PIER FISHING FOLLY RIVER PARK DOWNTOWN ECO-TOURS FOLLY BOAT LANDING MORRIS ISLAND & LIGHTHOUSE AREA FOLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK WAVE WATCH PLAYGROUND THE WASHOUT PIRATE'S COVE PLAYGROUND SHORE BIRD PARK BARK PARK SUNSET CAY MARINA BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT BIRDING HOTSPOT

THE PIER

Fishing, walking, birding, and the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of the “Edge of America” are just some of the possibilities at the Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier.

Click Here for More Information.

FISHING

Folly Beach offers all the variety a fisherman could want. Enjoy bountiful surf fishing, river fishing, pier fishing and deep-sea sport fishing year-round due to the Lowcountry’s mild temperatures.

Click Here for More Information.

FOLLY RIVER PARK

The River Park includes a community dock for residents and visitors to fish, crab and enjoy marsh vistas and breathtaking sunsets. A great venue for large group events and weddings, it provides a covered stage area, swings, bathrooms and walkways throughout the park area.

DOWNTOWN

EAT: As casual as the vibe is on Folly, you'll find that we are serious about our food.
SHOP: Take a break from the beach and stroll down Center Street for some Folly Beach shopping.
CHILL: Listen for live music coming from all directions and follow the sound of shaking cocktails.

Check out the detailed Downtown menu below for more information.

ECO-TOURS

Explore the natural beauty of Folly Beach through a variety of sightseeing tours and excursions available both on land and on water.

Click Here for More Information.

FOLLY BOAT LANDING

The Folly boat landing is the perfect launch site for kayakers and paddleboarders, and it provides boaters with their only public access to the Folly River.  

A trip to Folly Beach isn’t complete without venturing out on the water.

Click Here for More Information on Water Sports on Folly.

Access and parking are free of charge. 

MORRIS ISLAND & LIGHTHOUSE AREA

The Morris Island Lighthouse was built in 1872 and is most notable for its slight NE lean, which is believed to have been the result of the earthquake of 1886. The lighthouse sits several hundred yards into the ocean and can be seen from the Morris Island Inlet at the end of East Ashley Avenue or via the beach. The inlet is a PROTECTED WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, so please be conscious of bird and turtle nests, and please, NO DOGS.

FOLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK

The Folly Beach County Park provides a guarded swimming area open to the general public. Concessions, picnic area, restrooms and outdoor showers. Boogie boards, bicycles, umbrellas, and chair rentals are available between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season.

WAVE WATCH PLAYGROUND

Wave Watch Playground is located at the end of West Cooper Avenue on Folly Beach. The playground is completely enclosed with an abundance of swings, see-saws, slides and more. There is also a covered gazebo perfect for birthday parties and small gatherings, and a “Little Library” (free book share) just outside of the entrance. 

THE WASHOUT

Folly Beach is one of the premiere surfing destinations on the East Coast ... and The Washout is the best area for surfing on Folly. This area of beach was named after Hurricane Hugo "washed out" several homes creating unobstructed wind flow that is perfect for surfing.

The Washout is situated at the eastern end of Folly Beach, near the intersection of East Arctic Avenue and East Ashley Avenue. A walkover provides beachgoers with access to the ocean past the 12th block.

Click Here for More Information.

PIRATE'S COVE PLAYGROUND

Pirate's Cove Playground is located on the 5th block east between Erie and Hudson. Themed for Folly with pirates, boats and the lighthouse slide, families can enjoy a basketball court, skate park, tennis court and playground area including a rope-webbed jungle gym and the toddlers shrimp boat.

SHORE BIRD PARK

BIRDING HOTSPOT! Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12-square-mile area.

Shore Bird Park was added in 2015 to draw attention to the local shorebird population. The park consists of a circular gravel area with two benches and a sign indicating the historical significance of the Shorebird. The park is open until sundown and is free to the public.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BARK PARK

Bring Fido to Folly! The park is open to all dogs registered with the City of Folly Beach. Find out how to register here.

Click Here for More Information.

SUNSET CAY MARINA

A beautiful marina with a no-frills local bar that happens to be the best spot on the island to catch our spectacular sunsets .... and you'll meet some of the nicest people you could imagine!

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

BIRDING HOTSPOT

Folly Beach is an Audubon birding hotspot with five outstanding birding locations within a 12 square-mile area.

Click here to learn more about birding on Folly.

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Keep Up With What’s Happening on Folly Beach

While there are thousands of instagram-worthy moments on Folly Beach every single day, we can only capture so many. Check out our daily Instagram posts below and make sure to tags us in yours so you can help us share the Folly love.

Keeping Folly clean takes a community 💚

Toby is excited to recognize Folly Hardware as our February Litter Buster for supporting the mission to protect and care for the island we all love. From helping with litter efforts to carrying turtle-friendly lighting that supports conservation along our shoreline, their team is making a real difference. 

Locally owned and rooted right here on Folly, Folly Hardware is more than a stop for supplies. It is a place that shows up for the community and helps keep our island thriving.

Thank you to owner Joe Nacarelli and his family for sharing their love of Folly in ways that truly matter.

📍 106 West Hudson
🌐 follyhardware.com
Facebook: Folly Hardware
Instagram: @follyhardware

Toby appreciates every Earth warrior who helps keep Folly clean 🌎🐢

#FollyHardware #VisitFolly #FollyBeach #KeepFollyClean #FollyCommunity #SupportLocal #EdgeOfAmerica
When the tents come down, and the last song plays, Folly keeps going 🌊

Sea & Sand fills Center Street with art, music, and neighbors coming together. And on Monday morning, we come together again. This time for the shoreline.

The Post Sea & Sand Sweep is our way of closing out the weekend the right way. Simple. Local. Hands in the sand.

🗓 Monday, March 2
⏰ 10 AM to 12 PM
📍 Under the Pier Beachfront

Join Toby, the South Carolina Aquarium, the Coast Guard, and fellow islanders who believe loving a place means caring for it.

Bring a friend. Stay for an hour. Leave Folly a little better than you found it.

Who is in? 🌿

#VisitFolly #FollyBeach #SeaAndSand #KeepFollyClean #FollyCommunity #IslandPace
Sea & Sand is BACK ON! 🌊☀️The 34th Annual Sea & Sand Festival has been rescheduled and is happening THIS weekend on Folly Beach, and you don’t want to miss it!

Salty Saturday | This Sat, Feb 28 | 10am–4pm | Center Street
🏖️ 85+ artisan & food vendors
🏖️ Six amazing bands
🏖️ Charlie the Riverdog food truck
🏖️ Robust kids area with inflatables
🏖️ Rodeo Shark
🏖️ Inflatable putt putt
🏖️ Surfboard Painting Competition
🏖️ Giveaways & event shirts (while supplies last)
🏖️ Proceeds benefiting Surfers Healing Folly, Warrior Surf Foundation & Waves for Women

🎟️ Get tickets now on VisitFolly.com 

Sandcastle Sunday | Sunday, March 1 | FREE to attend
🏖️ Sand Sculpting Competition behind the Tides Hotel
Building starts at 9:30am | Judging at 12:30pm

Special thanks to our sponsors  @spritzcart, @rbaofthecarolinas, @the.best.rentals, @dunesproperties,  @fb_carolinaonevacation, and @myoceanrentalfb for helping make Sea & Sand possible. #SeaandSandFestival #ThisWeekend #FollyBeach #SC
#FollyBusinessSpotlight – MyOceanRental 🌊🏡

Some of the best Folly stays begin with a place that feels like home.

MyOceanRental has been locally owned and exclusively operated on Folly Beach since 2005, helping visitors experience the island through carefully cared-for homes that reflect the easy, lived-in spirit of the community. Their team knows Folly well, and it shows in the way they welcome guests and help them settle into island life.

From oceanfront mornings to evenings spent wandering Center Street, MyOceanRental encourages guests to explore everything that makes Folly special, from local music and food to the quiet moments in between.

Whether you are planning a family getaway, a weekend escape, or a longer stay near the water, they help make visiting Folly feel personal and effortless.

IG: @myoceanrentalfb
🌐 myoceanrental.com

#MyOceanRental #VisitFolly #FollyBeach #FollyBusinessSpotlight #SupportLocal #StayFolly #IslandPace
Winter mornings on Folly have a rhythm fishermen know well 🌊

The marsh behind the island slows down this time of year, and that is when things get interesting. Kayaks slip quietly through the creeks, redfish gather in the shallows, and speckled trout settle into deeper bends where the water stays steady.

It is a slower kind of fishing. Patient casts. Calm water. Watching the tide as much as the line.

For many anglers, winter is not the off-season. It is when Folly feels most predictable.

#VisitFolly #FollyBeach #FollyFishing #KayakFishing #IslandPace
Sunday slows things down on Folly 🌅

The music fades, the water settles, and the island eases into a quieter rhythm. A shoreline, a little golden light, and a moment that reminds you to pause before the next week begins.

This is the side of Folly that stays with you long after you leave.

📸: @a_moment_n_time_ (on IG)

#VisitFolly #FollyBeach #EdgeOfAmerica #IslandPace #LowcountrySunset
Drumroll, please! The music line-up for Sea & Sand is not to be missed!! 🎸🎤🎶

Huron Stage:
Morning: Jared Petty’s & The Headliners
Afternoon: The Travelin' Kine

Erie Stage:
Morning: Dr. T and the Side Effects
Afternoon: Fancy KoolAid

Ashley Stage:
Morning: Kevin West & Friends
Afternoon: The Explorers Club

Grab your tickets now a VisitFolly.com!
#LiveMusic #SeaandSand #MusicLineUp #FollyBeach #SC #ThisSaturday
Some moments on Folly feel like they belong to the water itself 🌊

Golden light, slow waves, and a quiet pause before the day fully begins. Out here, time feels softer, and the horizon always feels within reach.

This is the kind of morning that reminds you why people keep coming back to the Edge of America.

📸: @momentsandtides (on IG)

#VisitFolly #FollyBeach #EdgeOfAmerica #IslandPace #SurfFolly
Some Friday mornings on Folly feel almost still 🌊

Soft light on the shoreline. The lighthouse standing steady in the distance. A quiet stretch of sand before the weekend rhythm begins.

These are the moments that remind you why slowing down here feels so natural.

What is your favorite way to start a morning on the island?

📸: @anthonyosment, @rearview_productions_mgmt

#VisitFolly #FollyBeach #EdgeOfAmerica #IslandPace #LowcountryLife
Due to the weather forecast for this weekend, the Sea & Sand Festival has been 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗗 🌧️ Salty Saturday will now take place on 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟴, and Sand Sculpting Sunday will be held on 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭.

We can’t control the weather, but we can promise the same amazing weekend (next weekend). 85+ vendors, live music, surfboard painting, kids' activities, and the Sand Sculpting Competition on the beach on Sunday! 🏖️✨ Thank you for your understanding, and we can’t wait to see y'all at Sea & Sand. 🌊🌞

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