About Fat Harold's Beach Club

Fat Harold’s Beach Club brings the energy of North Myrtle Beach nightlife to 212 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. With its beachy theme and focus on Carolina shag dancing, it offers a lively setting for enjoying music, movement, and time with friends. DJs, live music, live performances, dance lessons, and dance competitions create a varied experience, whether you are ready to take the floor, improve your dancing, or simply enjoy the atmosphere from your table. The club offers a full range of food and drinks, including beer, cocktails, spirits, happy-hour drinks, and food served at the bar. Guests can also enjoy dine-in, takeaway, or delivery options, along with seating and table service. Fast service, a great beer selection, great cocktails, and live entertainment add to the appeal, while restrooms are available for convenience. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted. Fat Harold’s Beach Club is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible car park, entrance, and toilet. Rated 4.60 out of 5 based on 261 customer reviews, it is a popular choice for an evening of dancing, music, drinks, and food in North Myrtle Beach. For more information or to plan your visit, call +1 843-249-5779.

Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Business Hours

Open Now · Friday 11 AM-2 AM
Friday 11 AM-2 AM
Saturday 11 AM-2 AM
Sunday 4 PM-2 AM
Monday 4 PM-2 AM
Tuesday 4 PM-2 AM
Wednesday 4 PM-2 AM
Thursday 11 AM-2 AM

Customer Reviews

4.60
Based on 261 reviews
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Doreen Saunders

Fun time taking basic shag lessons. Great teachers with a fun attitude!

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Roger Underhill

This place is all about the celebration of the Carolina Shag dance. I refer to it as the Mother Church or Mecca of the Carolina Shag, the dance floors are wonderful. There are two, the front and the back, each one has its own DJ at events such as the SOS Spring, Fall, and Mid-Winter gatherings. There are lessons here …

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Deanna Slomzenski

It was nice visiting a little bit of SC history.

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Jessica

The most unique restaurant experience we had while on Spring Break!! Free lessons on Wednesdays.

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C T

This is laid back place and if you love some good beach music this is the place. More of an older crowd but this is the place to "cut a rug" to some shag music. If your on vacation with your spouse this is a good place to come and enjoy good music without the wild crowd. There food is …

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Cassandra Gaskins

Great little dance place for all ages. It was great to see older people enjoying themselves.

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Keith Macon

So, believe it or not, I’ve been coming to North Myrtle Beach for 40 years. This trip was the first time I’ve ever been to Fat Harold’s. We had a great time. We didn’t eat there. Just had a couple drinks and danced a bit. If you don’t know how to Shag, come anyway. You’ll still have a great time. …

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Joseph Serwach

Visiting Fat Harold’s is like entering into a movie about the early 1960s (am thinking of the movie classic “Shag” made in Myrtle Beach). Good old music (not too loud) and plenty of old regulars showing you how to do the famous dance that was born here. Check it out.

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Joshua Widener

This place is the best. My father in law has been coming here since I was born. He passed last year so we celebrated his famous spot in his memorial. The staff was spool nice.

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Big Blip

I don't always find a place with the right kind of chemistry... but Fat Harold's has been creating it for decades. The music starts, people smile at complete strangers, and before long the dance floor is full. There's something about this place that makes everyone a little friendlier, a little happier, and a whole lot less interested in checking their …

People Also Ask

Where is Fat Harold's Beach Club located?
Fat Harold's Beach Club is located at 212 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582, United States, North Myrtle Beach, SC, United States. You can get directions here.
What is Fat Harold's Beach Club rated?
Fat Harold's Beach Club has a rating of 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 261 customer reviews.
What are Fat Harold's Beach Club's hours?
Fat Harold's Beach Club's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Fat Harold's Beach Club?
You can reach Fat Harold's Beach Club by phone at +1 843-249-5779.
What type of business is Fat Harold's Beach Club?
Fat Harold's Beach Club is a nightlife business located in North Myrtle Beach, SC. <!-- VOILA_REWRITTEN --> Fat Harold’s Beach Club brings the energy of North Myrtle Beach nightlife to 212 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. With its beachy theme and focus …