Myrtle Beach takes our job as a beach town very seriously throughout the year – not just during the summer. A variety of Myrtle Beach festivals add an extra layer of fun to your vacation with fun for people of all ages. Check out our favorite Myrtle Beach festivals that keep this area bright and fun 365 days a year.
Myrtle Beach Summer Festivals
Carolina Country Music Fest
June 6 – 9, 2024
Carolina Country Music Fest, the Southeast’s largest outdoor country music festival, takes place every year in Myrtle Beach. Join local and visiting country music fans from all over for a weekend of music, great food, and fun. The 2024 lineup has yet to be released with the exception of superstar headliner Morgan Wallen. Early Bird tickets will be available for purchase here.
Conway Riverfest
June 2024 | Conway
Saying hello to summer, Conway Riverfest takes place annually in Conway at the end of June. Riverfest features live music, a farmer’s market, artisan crafts, food trucks, and local businesses that make Conway awesome. Take a walk around downtown Conway and stop for photos at the murals!
Fall Festivals Myrtle Beach
Little River ShrimpFest
October 14 + 15, 2023 | Little River
The 18th annual Little River ShrimpFest will take place this year on October 14th and 15th. Festival goers can enjoy two full days of fun, from 9 am to 5 pm both days on the Historic Little River Waterfront. This year’s festival features over 100 vendors, live music, stilt walkers, balloon artists, and of course SHRIMP. Restaurants along the water will serve up fresh shrimp and other seafood delights, while food vendors will be ready with your festival favorites.
Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival
October 20 – 22, 2023
This annual Jazz Festival brings a lineup of “smooth, soulful, and edgy” local and regional jazz musicians to Myrtle Beach every fall. Join the festivities for live music, vendor offerings, and community engagement that will keep you coming back year after year to sing their praises.
Irish Italian International Festival
September 30, 2023
This festival brings locals and visitors together for a day of music, culture, food, and entertainment. Whether you want to connect with your Irish or Italian roots, learn something new, or just take in the festive atmosphere and cultural diversity, the Irish Italian International Festival is a delightful experience that brings the feel of Ireland and Italy right to Myrtle Beach.
Myrtle Beach Winter Festivals
Winter Wonderland at the Beach
November + December 2024 (except Thanksgiving)
Winter Wonderland at the Beach transforms the area around the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk into, you guessed it, a winter wonderland! Dazzling light displays line the boardwalk, artificial snow makes building snowmen at the beach a breeze, ice rinks let you test your skating abilities, and more. Get your holiday shop for others finished or treat yourself to a gift from one of the many vendors at the festival – either way, you’re in for a true treat.
Nights of a Thousand Candles
Select Dates November 25 – December 31, 2023 | Brookgreen Gardens
See the beautiful grounds of Brookgreen Gardens come to life under the gentle glow of nearly 3,000 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights during Nights of a Thousand Candles. Stroll the gardens with a toasty cup of apple cider, enjoy holiday music, and enjoy the magic of this unique space lit by candlelight.
Ripley’s Festival of Trees
November – December 2023 | Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach
Each of the 55 US states and territories are represented at Ripley’s Festival of Trees, celebrating the heritage and diversity of each location. The South Carolina tree is always a sight to behold, featuring seashells, magnolia flowers, golf balls, and representation for the state’s great sports teams: Coastal, Clemson, and USC! Make it a game for the whole family with Ripley’s customized scavenger hunt.
Spring Festivals in Myrtle Beach
World Famous Blue Crab Festival
May 2024 | Little River
This Spring festival has been awarded the Best Annual Event/Festival of the Grand Strand for almost a decade – you don’t want to miss it. Join locals, visitors, and vendors at this event featuring mouth-watering fresh seafood, live music, unique crafts, and more…including dishes featuring the festival’s namesake, Blue Crab!
Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival
Late March 2024
Though 2024’s dates have yet to be announced, Myrtle Beach is on the edge of their seats waiting to hear when the next Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival will be held! This event invites food trucks from around the area to showcase their offerings, ranging from sweet treats and savory kabobs to tart lemonades and booze pops – something to satisfy every foodie. Support your favorite truck or find a new staple spot!
Myrtle Beach International Film Festival
April 23 – 27, 2024
Hailed as one of Moviemaker Magazine’s “25 Film Festivals Worth the Submission Price”, the Myrtle Beach International Film Festival features great films, networking events, forums, and other events tailored to everyone in the film industry. Where many festivals have exclusively filmmakers as judges, the MBIFF boasts a panel of judges from all walks of life in the industry. Don’t miss this film event!
From the sunny and star-studded Carolina Country Music Festival to the enchanting lights of Brookgreen Gardens, Myrtle Beach festivals create an unforgettable experience for vacationers and locals alike. Whether you’re a music lover, seafood enthusiast, a film buff, or just looking for fun things to do in Myrtle Beach with family, Myrtle Beach has something for you!