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World Famous Blue Crab Festival

Don’t Miss the World-Famous Blue Crab Festival

Attending the World-Famous Blue Crab Festival in Little River, SC, is an experience you will not soon forget. The festival captures the essence of coastal living, celebrating the distinctive charm of the region with skilled vendors and live entertainment. Don’t just take our word for it; this festival has consistently been voted in Sun News for the last eight years as the Best Annual Event on the Grand Strand.

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Join in One of the Southeast’s Largest Festivals

The World Famous Blue Crab Festival began as a charming little event on the historic Little River waterfront with a few vendors associated under mossy live oak trees. Over the years, live music, entertainment, festival t-shirts, and plenty of incredible vendors have joined the festival. Now in its 42nd year, it’s one of the Southeast’s largest festivals, with over 250 vendors selling tasty seafood, artwork, and other goods. Don’t miss out and mark your calendars for the upcoming festival date, the weekend after Mother’s Day!

Why the World-Famous Blue Crab Festival Is a Must-See

At the World-Famous Blue Crab Festival, you and your travel companions can immerse yourselves in the live beach music, fresh locally caught seafood, unique vendors, and the natural beauty of the historic Little River waterfront. The growth and success of the World Famous Blue Crab Festival mirrors that of the Little River community. Any profits from this legendary festival are invested into the Little River Community, and to continue making each festival an unforgettable experience for all attendees! 

When

Dates: May 18 – 19, 2024

Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where

Historic Little River Waterfront

4468 Mineola Ave,

Little River, SC 29566

Tickets

  • Online Ticket Price: $7
  • Same-Day Ticket Price At The Gate: $7
  • Children Aged 12 & Under: Free!

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