Myrtle Beach Jazz Festival

Myrtle Beach Jazz Fest is a three-day live jazz festival held every October in Myrtle Beach, SC. Now in its 10th year, the festival takes place at 2501 N. Kings Hwy which is the former mall site, across from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and features live performances, food and beverage vendors, and a festival marketplace.

No, 2026 marks Myrtle Beach Jazz Fest's 10th anniversary. It started as a local music festival and has grown steadily each year while keeping its community, hometown feel.

It's the festival's first full year settled into its larger venue at 2501 N. Kings Hwy, the former mall site, across from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, after outgrowing its original Carver Street home. It's also the first year charging admission.

Ticket Information

October 16–18, 2026, at 2501 N. Kings Hwy in Myrtle Beach at the former mall site, across from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

General admission starts at $8/day, with a discounted 3-day pass available at $20 (both current through the August sale, ending Aug 31). Pricing increases after that, so check the ticket page for current rates. Tickets are available through the festival's official ticketing page at myrtlebeachjazzfest.com.

Yes. A 3-day VIP pass ($225) includes access to a private VIP area near the stage, heavy hors d'oeuvres, complimentary specialty cocktails, and a dedicated VIP cash bar. A limited 10th-anniversary Founding Member package ($1,000, admits two) is also available with expanded perks. See the ticket page for full details and current availability.

Myrtle Beach Jazz Fest welcomes all ages, with food, drink, and marketplace vendors alongside the music.

Live jazz performances all weekend, food vendors, beer and wine stations, a vendor marketplace, and VIP upgrade options with added perks.

Yes, parking is available onsite at 2501 N. Kings Hwy, which is the former mall site across from the Myrtle Beach Convention Center on Oak Street.

Bring your lawn chairs (no canopies or umbrella-style chairs). Coolers aren't permitted, bags must be clear, and pets aren't allowed except service animals.

Several hotels are close by, plus plenty more across Myrtle Beach. Browse current hotel deals and lodging options at visitmyrtlebeach.com/hotels/deals.

Around 17,000 people attended in 2025. Organizers moved to the larger venue specifically to support growth toward a 20,000–25,000 attendee festival in the coming years.

Myrtle Beach Jazz Fest is a rain-or-shine event. It won't be cancelled or rescheduled for weather.