Myrtle Beach Summer Events for 2026
Summer is a magical time to visit Myrtle Beach with so many events to attend! Luckily, we have your guide to our top events in Myrtle Beach this summer. Take your beach vacation to the next level with live music, sporting events, and more. Start planning your personal list of events to attend for your summer 2026 stay in a Myrtle Beach rental!
Check Out These Myrtle Beach 2026 Summer Events
Blue Crab Festival
If you're looking for fresh seafood during your Myrtle Beach vacation, the world-famous Blue Crab Festival is the place to be. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with live music, tasty seafood, shopping, and much more. It is considered one of the largest festivals on the Southeast and has been voted as the Best Annual Event/Festival on the Grand Strand by readers of the Sun News newspaper for 8+ consecutive years.
The Blue Crab Festival will run from May 16th - May 17th from 9AM - 5PM at the Historic Little River Waterfront in Little River, SC. Admission is $5 and children 12 & under are free.
Carolina Country Music Festival
Myrtle Beach's biggest summer event brings country music lovers from all over the country to Myrtle Beach for a weekend filled with country music's top artists. This year, the Carolina Country Music Festival will include performers such as Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan and Post Malone.
The festival will be held at the Burroughs and Chapin Pavillion Place from June 4th - June 7th, 2026.
Sun Fun Festival
The Sun Fun Festival hosted a variety of family-friendly events as well as a parade! Previous years have included live music from The Tonez, Too Much Sylvia, and Swingin’ Medallions at Plyler Park.
Details for this year's event have not been announced, but keep an eye out for local news and updates going into May, the month when the festival has been held historically.Independence Day
Get into the patriotic spirit by celebrating July 4th on the Grand Strand! There are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday in Myrtle Beach with fireworks, 5Ks, parades, and so much more. Catch a spectacular fireworks show at the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk or attend the Salute from the Shore for an unforgettable flyover display of F-16s from the 169th Fighter Wing at McEntire Joint National Guard Base in South Carolina.
If there's one week you don't want to miss in Myrtle Beach, it's the weeek of the 4th of July!
Lighthouse Water Latern Festival
Partake in a stunning display of laterns as an homage to those who have passed. At sunset, participants will illumiate he waters with a collective release of laterns into the water to honor loved ones who have passed and to wish them a safe passage on their new journey.
Those attending can enjoy music, food and entertainment throughout the event. Dates and details for this year's event have not been announced but are expected to be announced closer to summer.
Find Your North Myrtle Beach Vacation Rental
Now that you know all of our top recommendations for a summer events in Myrtle Beach, it’s time to find a vacation rental to call your home away from home on the Grand Strand. Find homes in destinations like Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive, and Cherry Grove. And don't forget to bring along a four-legged friend - Retreat Myrtle Beach is the most pet-friendly vacation rental company in Myrtle Beach! Whether you prefer homes with a private pool or a pet-friendly rentals, we cannot wait to host you at one of our Myrtle Beach vacation rentals. There’s no better time to start making memories on the Grand Strand!
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