Can’t make it to Dublin this year to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Head to North Myrtle Beach instead! With parades, festivals, concerts, and more, there are plenty of ways for everyone to celebrate the greenest day of the year.
Top o’ the Morning Parade
The 36th Annual North Myrtle Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival is one of our most famous events of the year. The parade brings over 100 floats and golf carts to Main Street to celebrate the luck of the Irish. This year’s parade will take place on March 14th starting at 9 a.m. and will mark the 36th year of this celebratory tradition. Grab your green and line the streets early for the best seats in North Myrtle Beach.
The two-hour extravaganza wraps up at about 11 A.M., but the fun is just getting started.
Festival Fun
The street festival starts right after the parade and runs until 4 P.M. With three stages of live entertainment and hundreds of vendors, there’s always something to see and do. The line-up includes clog dancing, a pipe and drum group, local talent, and more all afternoon. While four-leaf clovers may be hard to come by, leprechauns will be plentiful! Dozens of lucky leprechauns will be jigging along the street hoping to win the Leprechaun Contest!
If you want to try your hand at competitive eating, the Shepherd’s Pie-Eating Contest is the perfect event for you. Or, show off your love of all things Irish by competing in the Leprechaun Contest. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity, appearance, enthusiasm and energy. But if competitions aren't your thing, head to one of the dozen local vendors to enjoy traditional Irish food or festival staples.
For the wee little lassies and leprechauns in training, there’s a fun kids' area with games, rides, and face-painting.
2026 Band Lineup:
Irish Stage - Sponsored By Flynn's
11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Brendan O’Connor
12:00 pm | Coastal Carolina Shield Pipes and Drums
12:30 – 1:15 pm | Brendan O’Connor
1:30 – 2:00 pm | Leprechaun & Shepherd’s Pie Eating Contests
2:00 – 4:00 pm | The Muckers
Community Stage - Sponsored By HTC
9:00 – 11:00 am | Parade Broadcast – WPDE
11:00 – 11:45 am | Triple Toe Cloggers
12:00 – 1:30 pm | Radio Revolver
1:30 pm | Coastal Carolina Shields Pipes and Drums
2:00 – 4:00 pm | Bailey Road Band
Ocean Stage - Sponsored By OrthoSC
11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Painted Man
1:00 – 2:00 pm | Drake Irish Dance Group
2:00 – 4:00 pm | The Mighty Kicks
Keep the Party Going
While you’re in town, celebrate the holiday with authentic Irish dishes at one of our local Irish pubs and eateries.
Molly Darcy’s sets the tone for an authentic Irish celebration, serving up traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage, hearty Bangers and Mash, and a full menu of Irish favorites. With seaside seating on the outdoor deck, a wide drink selection, and live music after dark, it’s a go‑to spot for anyone looking to soak in the atmosphere.
Flynn’s Irish Tavern will also be jumping all weekend long as locals and visitors gather for an Irish good time. Their menu features comforting classics like Irish Potato Soup, Roast Beef with Guinness Gravy, and their famous Guinness Irish Stew—perfect for anyone craving rich, traditional flavors.
What’s a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration without Guinness? Join the festivalgoers at Main Street Taphouse to enjoy traditional-style beers, local drafts, and much more. Main Street Taphouse welcomes everyone in for some St. Paddy’s Day entertainment, Grand Strand style.