Myrtle Beach Marks 60th Anniversary of Canadian-American Days Festival
The 60th Annual Canadian-American Days Celebration (Can-Am Days) is underway in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This nine-day event runs from Saturday, March 14, through Sunday, March 22, welcoming Canadian and American visitors with exciting events, live concerts, and family-friendly activities along the Grand Strand. A highlight every year: most events are free and open to the public, including beloved performances by the Burlington Teen Tour Band.
Can-Am Days shares a rich history with Myrtle Beach, mirroring the loyalty of our visitors. Launched by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce in the 1960s as "Canada Days" to draw Canadian families during spring break, it was renamed Canadian-American Days in 1963. Recognized as South Carolina's first international festival, it attracts up to 100,000 Canadian visitors and snowbirds during off-peak season. We cherish our neighbors to the north!
Here are some key events for this year's Canadian-American Days:
Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20, 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast in the lobby of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce at 1200 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Monday, March 16 at 8:30 a.m.
The Burlington Teen Tour Band performs at the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Catch their free concerts throughout the week at various locations (schedule details forthcoming).
Tuesday, March 17 - Friday, March 20
Discover Historic Downtown Conway during Can-Am Week. Begin at the Conway Visitor Center, 428 Main Street, for maps and info on the Riverwalk, Horry County Museum, Waccamaw River tours, shops, and eateries. Call (843) 248-1700 or visit www.ConwayAlive.com for details. Highlights include:
- Live Oak Walking Tour: Daily at 11 a.m., 1 hour, $6/person.
- Waccamaw Outfitters River Tours: Daily 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., hourly departures, $10 for 1-hour tour.
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour: Daily at 1 p.m. from Visitor Center, 75 minutes, $6/person.
- Horry County Museum: Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., free admission.
Canadian visitors also enjoy special deals and discounts at hotels and attractions. Learn more here.
