Blue Crab Festival
May 16 2026 - 6:00am to May 17 2026 - 2:00pm
Looking for a fun coastal event to add to your beach getaway? Don’t miss the 44th Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival— one of the best festivals in the Southeast.
Held along the scenic waterfront in Little River, SC (just a short drive from Sunset Beach), this two-day event is packed with everything you love about the coast. Enjoy fresh local seafood, live music, and hundreds of vendors offering unique crafts, art, and coastal goods.
Bring the whole family and spend the day soaking in waterfront views, sampling crab cakes and Lowcountry favorites, and exploring a lively festival atmosphere that has become a long-standing regional tradition.
Event Details:
May 16–17, 2026
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Little River Waterfront, SC
Admission: $10 (kids 12 & under free)
Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or planning your summer stay, this is a can’t-miss event that perfectly captures the spirit of the Carolina coast.
For more information, check out the festival website: https://bluecrabfestival.org/