Count down to the New Year in Folly, with a giant pair of sparkly flip-flops. Hoisted high above Center Street, this unique display will descend over Folly until it drops right at the stroke of midnight. Then, immediately following the drop, turn your heads to the shore as the beach lights up with a stunning display of fireworks to welcome in the new year. Center Street will close at 10pm to prepare for the festivities so make sure to arrive early to begin the celebrations with their local restaurants and bars.

Continue the party by PLUNGE-ing into 2022 with the 8th Annual Bill Murray Look-a-Like Polar Plunge and costume contest on New Year’s Day. Prizes will be awarded to the best costume in the following categories; Best Girl, Best Guy, Best Kid, Best Team, and Best Overall Bill Murray. Costume contest registration begins at 11am, the contest will begin at 12pm, and the plunge into the brisk Atlantic will commence right at 1pm. There is a $5 entry fee for the competition, but no charge for the plunge. To register early for the costume contest visit VisitFolly.com.

Get ready to place your votes for the Annual Folly Beach ‘Hair of the Groundhog’ Cocktail Competition! Starting Wednesday, December 29 through Saturday, January 1, 2022, pop into restaurants from Rita’s Seaside Grille to Bowen’s Island to sample their best cocktails and enter your votes to see who will win our ‘Hair of the Groundhog’ competition! The winner will win some serious bragging rights … and some fun swag too. Cast your votes by downloading the Visit Folly app.