MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Officials in a South Carolina coastal town say a different crowd turned out for the annual motorcycle rally.

The Sun News of Myrtle Beach reported Sunday that many tourists turning out for the Atlantic Beach Bikefest, which attracts mostly black riders, have shifted their business to the north of Myrtle Beach.

Atlantic Beach City Councilman Donnell Thompson said more people came to the town during Friday night’s bike festival events than any Friday in the event’s history. He said nighttime events have been busy.

Thompson said tourists were advised to stay away from Myrtle Beach, and one result has been sold out hotel rooms.

Myrtle Beach officials passed 15 laws last year designed to get rid of the Harley-Davidson spring rally, that attracts mostly white riders, and the Atlantic Beach Bikefest.
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Information from: The Sun News, http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com