The Flip Flop Drop on Folly Beach, SC

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the beach.

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Don’t miss these famous sparkly flip flops.

Photo by @visitfb, @orianaphotography

Giant sparkly flip flops are about to drop on Folly Beach. 👀

Ring in 2023 when this pair of shoes descends from high above Center Street to mark the stroke of midnight. Stick around for a fireworks show on the beach to kick off the new year with a bang.

This event is free and open to the public and Center Street will close to cars at 10 p.m.

Want more celebrations? Check out these New Year’s Eve parties around town (Heads up: Some events may be sold out, so be sure to visit each event page for ticket info.)

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