34th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival

PARADE - The St. Patrick's Day Parade is the largest on the Grand Strand, with over 100 parade entries and a long history of fun. This fun-loving parade of St. Patrick's Day-themed and decorated floats is a 34-year tradition on the streets of North Myrtle Beach. WPDE personalities Ed Piotrowski, Connor Ingalls, and Jennifer Abney will announce the parade at the Community Stage at Main Street and N. Oak Drive. For those who can't make the parade in person, it will be broadcast LIVE on CW21.

The parade begins promptly at 9:00 a.m., so be sure to set up by 8:30 a.m. with your friends, family, beach chairs, blankets, and golf carts. The parade route and direction will start on Ocean Boulevard and end at Ye Olde Kings Hwy. 

FESTIVAL - After the parade, continue the fun at the 34th Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival. Three stages of live entertainment, including Irish pipe bands, Irish dancers, and other live performances, will keep you in the Irish spirit all day. Watch for all the street entertainers and leprechauns throughout the festival. 

Over 120 vendors will display their crafts. Food vendors and Main Street businesses will have a variety of Irish treats and festival food favorites for everyone to enjoy. 

Show off your love of all things Irish by competing in the 34th Annual Leprechaun Contest. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity, appearance, and enthusiasm. Sign up at the information booth or the Irish stage before 2:00 pm. The contest will be at the Irish stage at 2:30 pm. 

Sign up for the Shepard's Pie Eating Contest! The first competitor to clear their plate (without using their hands) wins an awesome plaque and gift card. Sign up at the information booth or the Irish stage before 2:00 pm. The contest will be at the Irish stage at 2:30 pm.

Bring the "wee" ones to enjoy the children's area, full of rides and games for all ages. 

Festivities end at 4:00 p.m., but before you leave, stop by the Information/Parks and Recreation tent to purchase a souvenir t-shirt to end your glorious day!

For more information, click here. 

Time

Start: 9:00 a.m.
End: 4:00 p.m.

Location

Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

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