4. World Amateur Golf Championship

The Buzz -- Officially known as the PGA TOUR Superstore World Amateur Handicap Championship, this four-day tournament is held at about 70 of Myrtle Beach's best courses. Over 5000 amateur golfers participate, coming from all 50 states and 18 other countries. Flight winners go on to compete in the final championship round at the Dunes Golf Club. The player registartion fee is $475, and includes four rounds of golf on four different courses, admission to nightly functions at the convention center, and several additional benefits.