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We love when all y’all come to visit, and this year is no different. Myrtle Beach area is rolling out the red carpet for its visitors to the North during the destination’s annual Canadian-American Days. This year, from March 12-20, the Myrtle Beach area will welcome Canadian and American visitors with a line-up of fun events, giveaways, discounts and concerts taking place throughout the Grand Strand.
Canadian-American Days draws as many as 100,000 Canadian visitors and snowbirds from northern states. The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce introduced Canada Days in 1961 to attract Canadian families during their spring school break. The name was changed in 1963 to Canadian-American Days. It is regarded as the first international festival organized in South Carolina.
“Can-Am Days celebrates our snowbird visitors, who escape the cold and snow for the beautiful climate and wealth of attractions of the Myrtle Beach area,” said Brad Dean, MBACC president and CEO. “Many of these visitors have been traveling to our destination for decades, and we strive to create new memories for each generation through our festivals.” |
The 50th Annual Canadian-American Days offers a variety of events.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
23rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival
North Myrtle Beach, SC
This is a free one-day event that begins at 9 am with a parade of green down Main Street followed by a street festival.
Ocean Boulevard's St. Patrick's Day Celebration
On the Boardwalk Downtown Myrtle Beach
With eight amazing bands and lots of entertainment, St. Patrick's Day unites the young and young at heart in a gigantic celebration of Irish tradition.
IrishFest at Market Common
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Valor Park
The 2nd Annual IrishFest will include fun activities for kids, Irish Food, Irish music, and a great selection of Irish beers!
Sunday, March 13, 2011
The World of the Orchestra
4:00 p.m. Myrtle Beach High School Music & Arts Center Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 843.448.8379
The Long Bay Symphony with the Carolina Master Chorale will present a symphonic showcase exploring the individual facets of the orchestra. From strings to woodwinds, brass and percussion as well as chorus, the performance will culminate in one of the most vibrant and colorful large orchestra/choral masterpieces of the 20th century.
Adult Cost: $30 - $45
Child Cost: $10 (maximum age of child: 21)
Monday, March 14, 2011
Canadian-American Days Festival South of the Border Concert Series featuring The Top Hat Marching Orchestra at 12:00 p.m. noon and No Strings Attached at 2:00 p.m.
Presented by RBC Bank and Hosted by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, Chef Smitty's and Nina Jewelry Boutique
Inlet Square Mall - 10125 Highway 17 Bypass Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Other Events at Inlet Square Mall
- 1:15 p.m. Mixed Creed Gospel Quartet sponsored by the Ice Cream Truck
- 3:30 p.m. Lowcountry Barbershop Quartet sponsored by Jay's Hallmark
- 12:30-3:30 p.m. Myrtle Beach Golf Shop will be hosting a wine and appetizer (and beer) reception in their store
- 1:00-3:00 p.m. "Collect This" will sponsor a book signing "Racing with the Stars" written by a local author from Wachesaw East.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Canadian-American Days Festival South of the Border Concert Series Featuring The Burlington Teen Tour Band Presented by RBC Bank and Hosted by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce 1:00 p.m.
Myrtle Beach Mall, 10177 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011
RBC Battle at the Beach
Prestwick Country Club - A Pete & P.B. Dye Course
Third Annual Canada vs. U.S.A. Friendly Competition for the RBC Cup
South Strand Wildlife and History Day 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Huntington Beach State Park
Call 843-235-8755 for more information
Thursday, March 17th, 2011
50th Annual Canadian-American Days Festival Expo Presented by RBC Bank and Hosted by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Coastal Grand Mall, 2000 Coastal Grand Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy free admission, live entertainment by No Strings Attached, Top Hat Marching Orchestra and the Burlington Teen Tour Band and drawings for prizes from local exhibitors! Free tickets for the military concert on March 18 will be given out while supplies last at the Celebration Expo!
Meet Stephen Brereton, Consul General of Canada, Atlanta speaking about the Canada-South Carolina connection and the importance of Can-Am Days. Click here to view the South Carolina-Canada fact sheet.
Special appearance by Canadian's National Hockey League's great from the 70's and 80's, Mike "The Boss" Bossy and the Montreal Canadiens great from the 1960's and 70's, Yvan Cournoyer!
Friday, March 18th, 2011
Canadian-American Days Festival South of the Border Concert Series featuring the 282nd Army Band Presented by RBC Bank and Hosted by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce 7:00 p.m.
Surfside United Methodist Church, 800 13th Avenue North Surfside, SC 29575
Saturday, March 19th, 2011
4th Annual Taste of the Coast at Barefoot Landing
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Local restaurants will set up booths and offer samples of their specialties.
Canadian-American Mini Golf Tournament
10:00 a.m.
Hawaiian Rumble, 3210 HWY 17 North Myrtle Beach, SC
Parent child event and the parent can play with more than one child at a time.
The cost is $5.00 per person
Equinox Art & Music Festival
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Corner of Elm Street and Third Ave at the Historic Horry County Court House, Conway, SC 29526
The FREE Equinox Art & Music Festival features local musicians and artists under the live oak trees in downtown Conway. Art for sale includes glass, wood, hand crafted soap, paintings, drawings, wine bottle lights, pine needle baskets and more.
13th Annual Can-Am Junior Golf Matches
The top 16 junior golfers from the Province of Ontario will take on the top 16 junior golfers from the state of South Carolina at the Wachesaw Plantation Club in Murrells Inlet. The Matches will take place on the last weekend of Can-Am (Saturday & Sunday), March 19th & 20th. Free to spectators. Call 843-357-1500 or email wpcgolf@wachesaw.com for more information.
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The 2011 CanAm Days Festival in Myrtle Beach offers a variety of Entertainment and Events!
For more information, call 800-356-3016 or visit CanAmDays.com for the most current information
and event times.
Royal Canadian Artillery Band Performance
We look forward to all visitors (even if your not Canadian or American you should come and visit us!) for this special time of year. To find our latest deals and specials for our CanAm Days Festival guests, call us at:
(888) 669-7853
or book online!
Be sure to view our Bargains & Specials page
for up to the minute discounts available. |
