3 Rainy Day Activities on your Holden Beach Vacation

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One thing about vacationing at the beach every year is there is bound to be at least one rainy day. Holden Beach is an excellent place to vacation, but yes, rain may happen on some afternoons. Staying in one of our Holden Beach vacation rentals will allow you and your family to enjoy your vacation. Look below at three activities you can do on the next rainy day on Holden Beach.

Play Board Games

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One way to help pass the time when it’s raining on vacation is to play a friendly board game. Bring a game or two from home that may be your favorite or pick one up from a local store. While it may be raining outside, you may forget about going back out after all the fun you’ll have. Our favorite games are Life, Candyland, Snakes & Ladders, and Monopoly. Just have a good time together, making new memories while on vacation.

Make Popcorn & Watch a Movie

Another fun thing you can do while in your vacation rental is make popcorn and watch a movie. If you have younger kids, let them pick out one of their favorite movies and even some snacks from the pantry. Pop some popcorn in the microwave or stovetop for a little more fun. Then just turn the lights down low and enjoy watching a movie together as a family. Think of it like your own little movie theater at the beach!

Bowling

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If your family is a little competitive, why not head to the local bowling alley in Shallotte. Play a game or two of bowling, but they also have a bounce house, an arcade & even laser tag. If you have enough in your family, maybe grab two lanes next to each other and have a friendly game against parents and kids. Don’t worry about getting hungry, as they also have food and drinks available on site. Who will win in your family?

You can do many other activities on the next rainy day, but we had to share these with you. If you haven’t booked your next stay in one of our Holden Beach vacation rentals, now is the time. We can’t wait to hear which activity was your favorite on the next rainy day!  

What To Do When It Rains On Your Beach Vacation



Nobody expects it to rain on their vacation so most people don’t plan for it. If you don’t have a list of ideas of things to do during inclement weather you’re going to be sitting in your vacation rental  with nothing to do but watch tv. We have a list of 8 super ideas for things you and your family can do if it rains on your vacation while you’re in Holden Beach North Carolina.

  1. Bring the Movies to You – Redbox offers unlimited movies that you can rent and watch right in your vacation rental. Pick up a half dozen or so and spend binge-watching while relaxing. You will find two Redbox Kiosks at the Walgreens on 1138 Sabbath Home Rd. SW in Holden Beach.
  2. Walk in the Rain – As long as there’s no lightning or thunder in the area, grab an umbrella, put on flip flops, and go for a walk along the beach. Location: Just outside your door.
    10 Things to Do When it Rains on Vacation
  3. Visit an Art Gallery – The Kd Morris Art Gallery & Wine Shop is where you’ll find an eclectic assortment of fine art, jewelry, pottery and other collectibles made by regional artists along with boutique wines from around the world. Location: 3422 Holden Beach Rd., Holden Beach.
  4. Check out the Museum of Coastal Carolina – The Museum of Coastal Carolina has many themed galleries with outstanding dioramas and exhibits about the natural history, environment, and culture of the Coastal Carolinas. Special programs held daily. Location: 21 East Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach. Right now they have limited hours so be sure to check their website before heading over for the day. 
    10 Things to Do When it Rains on Vacation
  5. Ingram Planetarium is where you can experience Laser Light & Music Shows, free science-related programs, learn about the prehistoric adventure of sea monsters, and enjoy star shows. Location: 7625 High Market Street, Sunset Beach, NC. Right now they do have limited hours so be sure to check their website before heading over for the day. 
    10 Things to Do When it Rains on Vacation
  6. Bowling, Arcades & Mini-GolfPlanet Fun offers 32 lanes for bowling, laser tag, indoor mini-golf, jungle gym, bounce house and more! Location: 349 Whiteville Road, Shallotte, NC. Please note that right now they are operating at 50% capacity so if you can get in immediately just be patient. 
    10 Things to Do When it Rains on Vacation
  7. Broadway at the Beach – There is something for everyone here and you’re guaranteed to spend an entire and part of the evening staying occupied with shopping, dining in a large assortment of restaurants, and enjoying amusements such as MagiQuest, Ripley’s Aquarium, Palace Theatre, WonderWorks and so much more! Location: 1325 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC.
    10 Things to Do When it Rains on Vacation
  8. Barefoot Landing – More than 100 shops and restaurants for the whole family’s enjoyment. There’s plenty to see and do including a reptile park, live music, and a carousel. Attractions include Alligator Adventure, House of Blues, Alabama Theatre, and so much more! Location: 4898 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC.

We want you to make the most of your vacation whether the weather is beautiful or it’s pouring rain. If you’ve been considering a move to the area, there’s nothing like a few rainy days to get vacationers perusing the local real estate. Get in touch with us at Holden Beach Vacations if you’d like to look at properties now or in the future.