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Things to Do in Myrtle Beach
in March 2026
7Major Events
65°FAvg High
65+Courses Open
10 DaysCan-Am Festival
March is one of Myrtle Beach’s best-kept secrets. The summer crowds haven’t arrived, prices are still reasonable, and the Grand Strand comes alive with festivals, car shows, parades, and some of the finest golf weather of the entire year.
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7Events This Month
~100KCan-Am Visitors
3,200+Cars at Run to Sun
FreeSeveral Events
March 2026 Events & Festivals
From a Boston Marathon qualifier to a 10-day Canadian celebration, March on the Grand Strand has something going on nearly every weekend. Here’s everything worth planning around:
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Myrtle Beach Marathon — flat, fast, and Boston-qualifier certified. Photo: Capstone Races / Grand Strand Magazine
The Grand Strand kicks off March with one of the Southeast’s most popular road races. Known for its flat, fast course and festive atmosphere, it draws runners from across the country and serves as an official Boston Marathon qualifier.
Race Options
Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Virtual 10K
After Party
Lively celebration at Pelicans Ballpark post-race
Start & Finish
Both at Pelicans Ballpark — spectator-friendly and centrally located
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Surfside Beach BBQ Festival — free admission, regional pitmasters, and coastal vibes for two days.
A relaxed, welcoming event in Surfside Beach — a quieter stretch of the Grand Strand just south of Myrtle. Free admission all weekend, with regional BBQ competition, local vendors, and a family-friendly setup that makes it easy to drop in for a few hours.
- BBQ competition featuring regional pitmasters
- “Anything But BBQ” event Friday evening
- Local vendors and artisan booths
- Family-friendly activities throughout
- Free admission both days
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65th Annual Can-Am Days — nearly 100,000 Canadian visitors celebrate on the Grand Strand for 10 full days.
The biggest event of the March calendar. For over six decades, Myrtle Beach has welcomed tens of thousands of Canadian visitors to Can-Am Days — a 10-day celebration that runs from North Myrtle Beach to Murrells Inlet. Hotels, restaurants, theaters, and golf courses all participate with special deals.
Duration
10 full days across the entire Grand Strand
Attendance
~100,000 Canadian visitors each year
Golf Deals
Discounted tee times and packages at participating courses
Also Included
Theater shows, dining discounts, attraction promotions
Why It’s a Big Deal
The energy across the entire beach community during Can-Am week is unlike anything else in March — and it coincides with some of the best golf conditions of the year. See our Can-Am golf packages for the full rundown.
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36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on Main Street, North Myrtle Beach — one of South Carolina’s largest celebrations.
One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in South Carolina. The 36th Annual parade runs along Main Street in North Myrtle Beach from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with festive floats, pipe bands, dancers, vendors, and enough green to cover the whole Grand Strand.
- Dozens of festive floats and performers
- 120+ vendors and artisan booths
- Irish pipe bands and dancers
- Leprechaun Contest
- Shepherd’s Pie Eating Contest
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37th Annual Run to the Sun — 3,200+ classic cars across 56 acres. One of the East Coast’s largest independent car shows.
One of the largest independent car shows on the East Coast, running for the 37th year. Over 3,200 vehicles — all 1989 and older — spread across 56 acres near the heart of Myrtle Beach. Free to attend, and genuinely impressive whether you’re a car person or just looking for something to do on an afternoon.
Celebrity Appearance
Catherine Bach (Daisy Duke, Dukes of Hazzard)
Special Display
Replica of the ECTO-1 from Ghostbusters
Also Featured
Awards, vendors, food, and family-friendly activities across all three days. Free admission.
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ShamROCK n Run — Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K on Main Street with a festive BBQ and beer after-party.
Combine the St. Patrick’s season spirit with a 7 a.m. run through North Myrtle Beach. Three distance options for every fitness level, followed by a BBQ and beer after-party that makes this one of the more festive race experiences on the Grand Strand.
- Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K options
- Unique finisher medals for all distances
- BBQ and beer after-party for all participants
- Festive atmosphere along Main Street
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5th Annual Kite Festival at Huntington Beach State Park — kite demos, live music, and food trucks on one of SC’s best beaches. Photo: Sasee Magazine / WMBF
Head south to Huntington Beach State Park — regularly ranked among the best beaches in the Southeast — for two days of professional kite demonstrations, live music, food trucks, and family activities. Standard park admission applies. A great way to spend a half-day away from the main strip.
- Professional kite demonstrations
- Live music both days
- Food trucks on site
- Family-friendly activities throughout
- Standard park admission required
💡 Planning Tip
The third week of March is the busiest — Can-Am Days, Run to the Sun, the ShamROCK Run, and the Kite Festival all overlap March 19–22. If you’re visiting that week, plan your days intentionally. Accommodations book up early for Can-Am, so reserve lodging well in advance.
Why March Is Also Prime Golf Season
If your group plays golf — or you’re thinking about adding a round to an otherwise event-filled trip — March is one of the best months on the Grand Strand to do it.
Lush Fairways
Bermuda grass green-up in full swing by mid-March. Courses look and play their best.
65°F Avg High
Cool mornings, comfortable afternoons. Ideal for a full 18 without heat fatigue.
Value Window
March pricing is shoulder-season — better rates than April while conditions are nearly as good.
65+ Courses Open
The full Grand Strand lineup is available — from public tracks to bucket-list layouts.
Greens Rolling True
Before summer heat stress sets in, greens are at peak smoothness and speed.
Can-Am Golf Deals
Discounted tee times available during Can-Am week (March 13–22) at participating courses.
Golf Master Tip
Our Golf Masters can build a custom March package around your event itinerary — morning tee times that get you off the course before the afternoon events, or free days built around Can-Am deals. It costs you nothing extra to have someone handle it.
📋 March in Myrtle Beach — Quick Reference
Average High
55–68°F — cool mornings, warm afternoons
Biggest Event
Can-Am Days, March 13–22 (10 days)
Best Free Events
BBQ Festival, Run to the Sun, St. Patrick’s Parade
Best for Families
Kite Festival, BBQ Fest, Run to the Sun
Busiest Weekend
March 19–22 — 4 events overlap
Golf Conditions
Excellent — shoulder-season pricing, prime fairways
Book Lodging
4–8 weeks out; earlier for Can-Am week
What to Pack
Layers, light rain jacket, sunscreen
Planning a March Golf Trip?
Tell us your dates and group details. A Golf Master will build you a custom package — right courses, right lodging, tee times already secured around your schedule.
Questions? Call a Golf Master directly: (800) 394-3764
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