Upcoming Events and Festivals to Enjoy During Your Myrtle Beach Vacation
Planning to vacation in Myrtle Beach this summer? See if you can enjoy one of these exciting festivals and events while you’re visiting.
14th Annual Mayfest on Main – May 11, 2019
This fun festival takes place on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach and features live music, great eats, children’s play area and plenty of arts and crafts vendors.
The 38th Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival – May 18 and 19, 2019
One of the biggest festivals of the year, held in Little River, SC on the Waterfront, the Blue Crab Festival is a hit with locals and visitors. An average of 50,000 people attend this festival every year to sample delish blue crab dishes, enjoy the live music, have fun in the kids’ area and check out arts and crafts from all kinds of local vendors.
Carolina Country Music Festival – June 6-9, 2019
This family-friendly three-day music festival is the premier music festival in the Southeastern U.S. The festival features over 30 country music artists from the new faces to the biggest in the biz. This festival is a local favorite so you’ll have to buy your tickets in advance if you plan to go.
Conway Riverfest – June 29, 2019
This festival just before Independence Day takes place in the historic city of Conway, along the Waccamaw River, and is a taste of all things fun in the south. Raft races, live entertainment, tasty food, games and activities for the whole family to cut loose and have fun abound. The event also features a special artisan market you don’t want to miss.
Aynor Hoe-Down – September 21, 2019
Closing out the summer season is the Aynor Harvest Hoe-Down. This event takes place out in Aynor, SC and starts with a parade that will have you dancing in the streets (literally). This festival features over 140 crafts booths, food of all kinds, live entertainment, games and more.
If you’ll be visiting us this summer, check out these hot local festivals. You’ll get to sample all things South Carolina.