Free COVID-19 Testing Sites in Myrtle Beach This Week

Free COVID-19 testing is still available in Myrtle Beach through a mix of city-supported programs and state health partners this week. Residents have multiple no-cost and low-cost testing options according to South Carolina Department of Public Health listings and local clinic schedules.​

Free Testing Events and Walk-In Sites

1. SCDHEC Mobile Health Unit – Myrtle Beach Area
   • Dates: Friday, October 24, 2025
   • Hours: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
   • Details: Offers free PCR and rapid antigen testing, no appointment required. Available to all residents regardless of insurance status. Operated by the South Carolina Department of Public Health.​
2. City of Myrtle Beach “Myrtle Beach Strong” Community Program
   • The Myrtle Beach Strong initiative lists several free community test sites hosted weekly at civic centers and libraries through partnerships with local health providers. These locations rotate and are generally updated weekly on their website.​
3. CareSouth Carolina Mobile Units
   • PCR testing available through mobile health vans in eastern Horry County. These units offer walk-in COVID-19 testing and occasionally set up near Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach each week. Testing is free and intended for both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals.​

Additional Low-Cost and Pharmacy Testing Options

CVS MinuteClinic, 3701 Socastee Blvd., Myrtle Beach
Offers both rapid antigen and PCR tests, open until 7:30 PM on weekdays. Free for insured individuals and select plans; self-pay starts at $139.​

Beach Urgent Care, 2510 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach
Provides rapid and send-out testing daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, with limited free availability under certain insurance coverage.​

Walgreens Pharmacy (various Myrtle Beach locations)
Offers no-cost tests when covered by insurance or federal programs; appointments recommended via their website.​

In summary, the most accessible free options this week include the SCDHEC Mobile Health Unit event today (Friday, Oct 24) and CareSouth Carolina mobile testing vans. Residents can also confirm the latest free site locations via the Myrtle Beach Strong community website.

SOURCES

[1](https://www.solvhealth.com/sc/c/myrtle-beach-sc-srv-covid-testing)
[2](https://www.solvhealth.com/sc/c/surfside-beach-sc-srv-covid-testing)
[3](https://www.myrtlebeachstrong.com)
[4](https://dph.sc.gov)
[5](https://www.caresouth-carolina.com/covid19)