MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – The Murrells Inlet Boat parade brought out hundreds of patriotic boats and spectators yesterday afternoon to the Marsh Walk.

The winners of the boat decorating contest and dock decorating contest are below:Boat Decorating Contest

1st: Ed Burzler

2nd: Carson Benton (Freedom Arch)

3rd: Lindsay Antol

Honorable Mention: Pirate Adventures and Larry McCoy

Dock Decorating Contest

1st: Leon & Jan Rice

2nd: Place Danny and Janet Miller

3rd: Lester and Dot Branham

This is the first time in 33 years the boat parade has not been held on July 4th. That’s because of safety concerns due to the tides. Organizers plan to move it back to the 4th next year.