Spend a few days between Christmas and New Year’s watching high school basketball teams from as nearby as Myrtle Beach to as far flung as Maryland compete in this annual competition. College teams also compete in the Crescent Bank Carolinas Challenge.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak St. Monday-Friday, times vary. $12-$75. (843)626-8077,
www.beachballclassic.com