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Summer By The Sea

May – August

Long, sunlit days and warm ocean breezes set the stage for classic summer fun at Wild Dunes Resort. Whether you’re soaking up beach time, enjoying family-friendly activities, or exploring nearby attractions, summer is full of energy and adventure. Discover the signature moments and island experiences that make May through August the most lively time of year on the Isle of Palms.

Hotel Happenings

Resort Events & Activities 

Memorial Day Summer Kick-Off

Memorial Day Summer Kick-Off

Celebrations Begin

    4th of July Weekend & Fireworks Viewing

    4th of July Weekend & Fireworks Viewing

      Summer Day Camps

      Summer Day Camps

        Labor Day Weekend

        Labor Day Weekend

          Jr. Tennis Programs

          Jr. Tennis Programs

          From Age 4-16

          Programs include Tiny Tots, Junior Masters, and Future Stars.

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          Wild Dunes in the Summer 

          Top Things to Do

          Beach

          Beach

          Isle of Palms Beaches

          Experience 2 1/2 miles of uninterrupted Atlantic beachfront and the South Carolina coastline.

          Beach
          Resort Pools

          Resort Pools

          Resort Wide Pool Experiences

          From the lively Sweetgrass Pool Complex to oceanfront pools at the Grand Pavilion and an adults-only pool at the Boardwalk Inn and more, there's a pool for every experience.

          Resort Pools
          The Sweet Shoppe

          The Sweet Shoppe

          Ice Cream, Candy & More

          Candy, ice cream, gelato, sundaes, and milkshakes—fun for all ages on the Plaza.

          The Sweet Shoppe
          Tennis & Pickleball

          Tennis & Pickleball

          Clinics, Instruction & Play

          12 Har-Tru tennis courts and 6 pickleball courts

          Tennis & Pickleball
          The Nest Rooftop Bar

          The Nest Rooftop Bar

          Buzz Worthy Cocktails

          Stylish rooftop cocktails, craft beer, and small plates with sweeping island views.

          The Nest Rooftop Bar
          Water Excursions

          Water Excursions

          Kayak, Paddleboard & More

          Head out on a Lowcountry adventure with water excursions at Isle of Palms Marina.

          Water Excursions
          Laughing Gull Bar & Grill

          Laughing Gull Bar & Grill

          Poolside Dining

          Caribbean-inspired small plates, burgers, salads, and frozen cocktails in a colorful, relaxed setting.

          Laughing Gull Bar & Grill
          Around the Area

          Around the Area

          Explore our surrounding islands & Charleston

          From discovering the Lowcountry's history to carriage rides to local dining and shopping, the area is full of things to do.

          Around the Area
          Instruction

          Instruction

          Golf Lessons & Clinics

          Improve your game with our team of pros.

          Instruction
          Wellness Classes & Experiences

          Wellness Classes & Experiences

          Awaken the Senses

          Flow through yoga, find balance in a Reiki Circle, or enrich your stay with authentic Lowcountry experiences.

          Wellness Classes & Experiences

          Discover the Lowcountry

          Around the Area Events

          Spoleto Festival USA & Piccolo Spoleto – 17 days of world-class performances (May–June) 

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          Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival – Celebrating Gullah-Geechee heritage (July)

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          Summer Vacation on the Coast