Things to Do in March in Myrtle Beach
Spring is slowly approaching, and so are more great events at The Beach! As the weather starts to warm up, there will be loads of festivals, road races, parades, car shows, green-themed parties, and so much more throughout the month of March. Make plans to head to Myrtle Beach for all of the fun!
Events:
Myrtle Beach Marathon
March 7th at Pelicans Ballpark
The 29th annual Myrtle Beach Marathon will be held Saturday, March 1st, at Pelicans Stadium with a fun after-race party. The race brings in folks from all over the country and is extremely popular due to its “flat and fast” course. It’s also a qualifier for the famous Boston Marathon; runners will find iconic hotels, restaurants, and landmarks while running either the half-marathon, full marathon, or virtual 10K. Find all the information you need on our Myrtle Beach Marathon page.
37th Annual Run to the Sun Car and Truck Show
March 19th - 21st at Old Myrtle Square Mall
The 37th annual Run to the Sun Car and Truck Show is back at The Beach this March! Hundreds of classic cars and trucks from 1989 and older will be showcased from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and tickets will be sold for individual days or the entire weekend. Come see the vehicles and celebrity appearances from Catherine Bach, aka “Daisy Duke” from The Dukes of Hazzard, and an exact replica of the iconic ECTO-1 Caddy from the 1984 Ghostbusters film. It is matched to a Tee and even has your ectoplasm containment system, ecto goggles, and loudspeakers that blare the warning sirens.
65th Annual Can-Am Days
March 13th - 22nd
It’s around this time of year that thousands of friendly visitors from up north come down and take advantage of all our Beaches have to offer. The 65th annual Can-Am Days is a time to celebrate our Canadian friends with special deals and discounts to local attractions, including theater shows, golf, hotel deals, special events, and more, so they can enjoy the 100 km of the Grand Strand. During the week will be an array of events held each day to participate in, learn, and explore our different Coastal communities.
ShamROCK n Run Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k
March 21st, Main Street, North Myrtle Beach
If you missed your friends or family's St. Patty’s Day celebration, no worries. Celebrate in style a few days later by dressing in your best greens and running a race! Run through downtown North Myrtle and receive one of the three neat medals (depending on your race) once you cross the finish line. And, as soon as you finish, it’s time for the after-party! Join the other competitors to celebrate the holiday with BBQ and beer. All races will commence sharply at 7 a.m.
Festivals
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival
March 14th at 408 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
The 36th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival is set for March 14, beginning promptly at 9 a.m. Watch dozens of floats decorated in green and gold and collect the goodies they throw to the crowds. The festival will immediately follow the parade with over 120 artisans and vendors, food and beverage stops, and lots of family fun. Don’t worry – plenty of Irish fare and drinks will be served too! Three stages of entertainment will be set up to keep you occupied with Irish Pipe Bands, Irish dancers, and other live performances. If you want to be directly part of the fun, you can even participate in one of the two events, including the Leprechaun Contest and the Shepard’s Pie Eating Contest. The day of festivities will wrap up at 4 pm.
Surfside Beach BBQ Festival
March 6th and 7th at Surfside Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
Be prepared for all the tangy, sweet, and hickory smells you’ll experience at this event! Bring your family and friends on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for the annual barbecue festival, where vendors will sell their preferred barbecue dishes with their choice of side. The admission is free, and you’ll be able to watch the fun commence during the BBQ competition while doing some shopping and activities for you to take home. If by chance you’re not a fan of BBQ, on March 6 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the BBQ competitors will cook anything but BBQ! This way, everyone can participate and savor the sweet flavors created over the weekend.
Huntington Beach State Park Kite Festival
March 21st & 22nd at Huntington Beach State Park
Head down south, just past Myrtle Beach, to Huntington Beach State Park for the 5th annual Kite Festival. Families and friends love to fly kites of all shapes and sizes along the beautiful Murrells Inlet coastline, and for this weekend only, everyone will be doing it together! The park will have numerous family-friendly activities, a kite demonstration, live music, food trucks, and plenty more to enjoy. Standard park admission will be required to enter, and the event will be both days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Live Music and Shows:
Nights at Nance Spring Concert Series
March 19th, Downtown Myrtle Beach
Attention, music lovers… Myrtle Beach’s free ‘Nights at Nance’ concert series returns this spring! The concerts will feature performances by regional bands on various Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Nance Plaza, 825 North Kings Highway. Bring family, friends, and beach chairs to celebrate warmer temperatures with these live beats. The Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance makes the concert series possible.
6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Chocolate Chip and Co.
Spring Entertainment Series at Plyler Park
Various Dates in March, Downtown Myrtle Beach
The Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance (MBDA), in partnership with the Oceanfront Merchants Association (OMA), recently announced the return of its popular spring entertainment series at Plyler Park (adjacent to the iconic SkyWheel). Running March 6 through April 12, 2026, the six-week celebration will transform the oceanfront venue into the premier destination for spring break festivities, offering a diverse lineup of live music, specialty entertainment, and interactive experiences that are completely free to the public.
Each Friday evening will feature high-energy live concerts from 6 to 8 PM, complemented by professional fire shows as the sun sets over the Atlantic. The Friday Night Live series showcases a carefully curated mix of musical genres:
March 6: Paramount Junction (rock)
March 13: WeSawABear (indie rock)
March 20: Da' Sofa Kings (funk and soul)
March 27: Rocket Ride (arena rock)
Saturday evenings will bring a rotating showcase of specialty acts presented by Over the Moon Productions. These live variety entertainment shows promise unexpected performances and dynamic energy perfect for families and groups enjoying the boardwalk.
Sunday afternoons will feature the series' signature foam parties, complete with live DJ performances and industrial foam cannons creating an unforgettable outdoor party atmosphere. The series will also include a St. Patrick's Day Foam Party on March 15.
Local Theatres and Concert Halls
Enjoy a tribute band, live concert, or the Opry’s signature house shows throughout March. All shows start at 7 p.m.
- Rhythm of the Dance: March 1st
- Get the LED Out - Zeppelin: March 7th
- TUSK the Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute: March 8th
- Clay Walker: March 14th
- My Generation Tour: March 20th
- The Machine Performs Pink Floyd: March 21st
- Celtic Woman - A New Era: March 22nd
- Stayin' Alive - One Night of the Bee Gees - March 29th
- The Carolina Opry: March 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, 24th, 26th, 28th, and 31st
- Time Warp: March 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 25th, and 27th
Home of live music, comedy, dancing, and entertainment, the Alabama Theatre has a full calendar waiting for you! All shows start at 7 p.m.
- Elvis Live at The Garden Starring Travis Powell: March 6th
- Tapestry, the Carole King Songbook: March 7th
- Hotel California, A Salute to the Eagles: March 13th
- The Doo Wop Project: March 14th
- The Beat Goes on Show Featuring Lisa McClowry: March 20th
- Vintage Vinyl Live Boston Tribute: March 21st
- The Simon and Garfunkel Story: March 25th
- Three Dog Night: March 28th
- The John Denver Experience: March 29th
- ICONIC (Home show): March 1st-5th, 8th-12th, 15th-19th, 22nd-24th, 26th, 27th, 30th, and 31st
Catch a tribute band or live performance at the North Myrtle Beach House of Blues, where a murder mystery dinner is also wrapping up this month.
- Gospel Brunch Choir: March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
- Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience: March 6th
- Aly and AJ - Places to Run Tour 2026: March 8th
- Joyce Manor, Militare Gun, Teen Mortgage, and Combat: March 18th
- Mammoth - The End Tour: March 19th
- Skillet: March 20th
- Max Mcnown - The Coast of Growing Up Tour: March 22nd
- Electric Avenue - The 80’s MTV Experience: March 27th
- Jeremy’s Ten: The Pearl Jam Tribute: March 28th
- Rock N’ Roll Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: March 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th (6:30 p.m.)
March is home to live entertainment at Greg Rowles, whether it’s the ‘Music & Memories’ series or a night of classic favorites. All shows commence at 7 p.m.
- The Fourmers - Reuniting Vegas Stars from the Hit Broadway Show ‘Jersey Boys’ Direct from Las Vegas: March 7th
- Paul Reiser: March 21st
- The Casey Kasem Experience: The Top 40 Countdown: March 28th
- Music & Memories: March 4th-6th, 11th-14th, 17th-20th, 24th-27th, and 31st
Ashlee Carson grew up in Northwest Ohio but has lived in Myrtle Beach since graduating from the University of Central Florida in Spring of 2006 with a B.A. in Advertising and Public Relations. She was a former Public Relations intern at the Chamber of Commerce in the Summer of 2005 where her excitement for writing about Myrtle Beach began. Ashlee has two children, and loves boating, the beach, fishing and exploring everything the Grand Strand has to offer.