Spring Music & Taste on the Harbour
Continues through Thursday, May 14
This exciting seasonal event returns this spring at the Neptune Statue, combining the best local bands with delicious food and drinks. This pet-friendly outdoor concert series features a variety of bands on select Thursday nights from 6 - 9 p.m.
Featured Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants will set up as usual around Neptune and will offer a variety of specially-priced light appetizers, wine and beer. Limited seating will be provided so you are encouraged to bring your own chairs. All events are weather permitting. No coolers or outside food/beverages allowed.
The Hilton Head Island Art Festival is back
Don't miss the 17th annual Hilton Head Island Art Festival at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina on Friday, May 22, Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24. This event will feature a wide selection of beautiful art- all made in the USA! Enjoy casual shopping & dining plus live local entertainment each day. Rain or shine event - admission is free.
HarbourFest Entertainment Begins Memorial Day Weekend
Celebrating its 37th year, the popular festival returns with music from the beloved Shannon Tanner, kids activities with Cappy the Clown and weekly Tuesday night fireworks (starting June 9). Shannon Tanner kicks off Memorial Day weekend (May 23 & 24) with two shows at 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. and will continue to run all summer long with Cappy the Clown through Labor Day weekend.
Moms love Palmetto Dunes!
E-Gift Cards can be purchased online. To ensure the safety of your personal data, gift cards are available for purchase in our secure online store or in person at resort pro shops or the Welcome Center only. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email giftcards@palmettodunes.com.
May is National Tennis Month!
Get your racquet ready because May is National Tennis Month! Take a lesson with one of our pros, come to one of our daily round robins, or attend a clinic and see why Palmetto Dunes is a top tennis destination!
May is National Bike Month
With a temperate climate, you can enjoy biking year round in Hilton Head,, but did you know that May is National Bike Month? Sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, #BikeMonth is being celebrated in communities from coast to coast as a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encouraging more folks to give it a try.
Book your weekly beach bike rental 40+ days in advance and save 15% on bike rentals, valid on any bike rental for weekly or longer rentals (excluding e-bikes) at Hilton Head Outfitters.
Use promo code BOOKAHEAD when booking online. Not sure what bike is best for you? Check out our bike guide blog to help you decide!
Plan Ahead & Save on Your Next Boating Adventure
When you reserve your When you reserve your Aloha pontoon boat 20 or more days in advance at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, you’ll enjoy 10% off, perfect for planning ahead for sunny days, dolphin sightings, and unforgettable coastal cruising. This offer is valid on rentals through December 31, 2026, giving you plenty of flexibility to lock in your ideal dates now.
Use promo code BOOKAHEAD when booking online and start counting down to your time on the water.
**This promotion is available for new boat rentals from now through December 31, 2026, and is not valid with any other promotions. Excludes tax, fees and fuel. Must be applied at time of booking. Expires 12/31/2026
Put the Beach to Bed with Sea Turtle Patrol HHI
Starting Sunday, June 7th through August, join us at The Dunes House from 7–8 p.m. for “Put the Beach to Bed,” a special partnership between Sea Turtle Patrol Hilton Head Island and Palmetto Dunes. This hands-on, family-friendly experience invites guests to help prepare the beach for nesting sea turtles by filling in holes, knocking down sandcastles, and removing trash. No registration is required—just come ready to help and learn. This event is rain or shine.
Nominations have begun for the Island Packet Lowcountry’s Best Awards!
Please take a moment to nominate your favorite Palmetto Dunes & Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina businesses in this year’s Island Packet Lowcountry’s Best Awards! The nominations period is through Friday, May 15.
Voting period is June 1 – June 19
Palmetto Dunes has been nominated for the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
It's time to vote again in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards survey.
Choose the option to vote on Resorts and search Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. By casting your vote, you could win a 15-day Viking ocean voyage to explore the British Isles (Plus, a four-night extension to Oxford and Hampshire, including access to Highclere Castle.)
The deadline to vote is Tuesday, June 30th.
Have you been to Alexander's Restaurant yet?
"Excellent food as always!"
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"Our server, Serg, was attentive and friendly and sold me on the short ribs. Alexander’s is a favorite every time we’re in Hilton Head and never disappoints!"
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We are hiring!
We’re always looking for enthusiastic new members for the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort team. Palmetto Dunes Resort's unmatched work environment offers amazing privileges, training and the best benefits Hilton Head Island has to offer. If you think you’d be interested in being a part of the premier family, golf, tennis, pickleball and beach resort on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, browse our current employment opportunities.