Escape winter and step into spring at Can-Am Days in Myrtle Beach. For over 65 years, this Canadian-favourite tradition has combined coastal sunshine, festive events, and exclusive Canadian-friendly offers. From parades and live music to classic car shows and relaxed beach days, it’s the perfect way to welcome the season.
For over 65 years, Can-Am Days has been one of the Myrtle Beach area’s most enduring traditions, created specifically to welcome Canadian visitors looking to trade winter layers for coastal sunshine. What began in 1961 as a simple gesture of hospitality has grown into a multi-day celebration of community, culture, and springtime fun.
Today, Can-Am Days remains a favourite reason for Canadians to plan a March getaway. The timing is ideal, the atmosphere is festive, and the experience feels personal in a way few destinations manage at this scale.
What to Expect During Can-Am Days
Can-Am Days is less about a single venue and more about the overall vibe across the Myrtle Beach area. Throughout the week, visitors will find a mix of signature events, local festivals, and seasonal experiences that highlight the best of the region.
Expect community parades and street celebrations, classic car and truck shows that draw participants from across North America, live music, and food-focused events that bring locals and visitors together. Beyond the scheduled events, spring weather sets the stage for beach walks, patio dining, shopping, golf, and exploring nearby communities at a relaxed pace.
Exclusive Deals and Canadian-Friendly Offers
Get the Most Out of Your Time at The Beach. One of the hallmarks of Can-Am Days is the value it brings to your trip.
Canadian visitors can take advantage of discounted accommodations, attraction savings, dining perks, and retail specials simply by showing proof of Canadian residency. These offers are designed to make it easier to stay longer, explore more, and enjoy experiences you may not have planned otherwise.
Getting Here Is Easier Than You Think
Myrtle Beach is an easy drive destination for Canadians in our primary drive markets of Ontario and Quebec. For example, the drive from Toronto to Myrtle Beach is 1500 km, which is approximately 14 hours.
Travelers living within driving distance of U.S. border cities such as Detroit, MI, Rochester, NY, and Niagara Falls, NY, can take advantage of nonstop options into Myrtle Beach International Airport( MYR).
Once you arrive, getting around is straightforward. Attractions, beaches, restaurants, and accommodations are close together, making it easy to explore without long drives or complicated planning.
Why Canadians Keep Coming Back
Can-Am Days works because it feels genuine. It is not just a festival on the calendar, but a reflection of a long-standing relationship between the Myrtle Beach area and its Canadian visitors. The welcome is intentional, the experiences are varied, and the pace fits perfectly with a spring escape.
Add in mild temperatures, fewer crowds than peak summer, and a full lineup of things to see and do, and it becomes clear why so many Canadians make this trip an annual tradition.
If you are looking for sunshine, community, and a reason to celebrate the start of spring, Can-Am Days is your invitation.
Visit CanAmDays.com for more details
2026 Canadian-American Days Festival Schedule of Events
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
Myrtle Beach History, Movies & Music Trolley Tour: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Grand 14 Theater, The Market Common
Discover the rich history of Myrtle Beach through an engaging trolley tour covering famous landmarks and stories. Tickets are $35 per person.
Hotel California A Salute To The Eagles: 7 p.m.
The Alabama Theatre
The most successful and longest running show of its kind, Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles,” is the ONLY show to have ever received “Official Authorization” to perform the Eagles' catalogue of music. Tickets are $47.95-$64.95. Visit: www.alabama-theatre.com or call 843-272-1111.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
North Myrtle Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival 9 a.m. (parade); 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (festival)
Main Street, North Myrtle Beach
The Grand Strand's largest St. Patrick's Day Parade is followed by a street festival featuring three stages of live Irish entertainment, over 120 craft and food vendors, and a children's area with rides and games.
Myrtle Beach St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 1 p.m.
Check in at Sharkey's Oceanfront Restaurant, Myrtle Beach
The official St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl of 2026. Join hundreds of partygoers for a celebration across the city's top bars, featuring exclusive drink specials, food deals, and free entry to the after-party. Tickets available at PubCrawls.com.
Clay Walker 7:00 p.m.
The Carolina Opry Theater, Myrtle Beach
Experience an unforgettable evening of country hits with legendary star Clay Walker, a member of the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame with 11 chart-topping singles. Tickets are on sale now. Visit TheCarolinaOpry.com/concerts or call 800-843-6779.
MONDAY, MARCH 16
65th Can-Am Days Opening Reception Sponsored by TD Bank 1-3 p.m.
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Kick off the Can-Am festivities with an official welcome reception featuring entertainment, refreshments including Tim Hortons coffee, and local dignitaries.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
Breakfast with the Birds - Harmony in Nature Series 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Brookgreen Gardens
Join Richard Costa for an insightful bird walk, meandering along the creek and Gardens, where he expertly identifies various avian species amidst the lush surroundings. Free with Brookgreen Garden admission required, the event is free, but prior registration is required and space is limited. Visit www.brookgreen.org
Ripley's Party in the Plaza 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ripley's Aquarium, Broadway at The Beach
Enjoy a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, and surprises at Ripley’s iconic plaza. Canadians will also receive $2 off admission to the aquarium.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
Early Myrtle Beach History Trolley Tour 10 a.m.
Grand 14 Theater, The Market Common
Explore Myrtle Beach's early days and its fascinating role during WWII on this immersive trolley tour. Tickets are $35 per person.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
Nights at Nance 6-8 p.m.
Nance Plaza, Downtown Myrtle Beach
Enjoy live music in the heart of Myrtle Beach with live music, food trucks, beers from Grand Strand Brewing Co., and more!
THURSDAY, MARCH 19 - SATURDAY, MARCH 21
37th Annual Run to the Sun Car and Truck Show 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
Former Myrtle Square Mall Site, 2501 N. Kings Highway
One of the largest car shows in the Southeast, featuring approximately 3,500 classic and custom vehicles. Proceeds benefit MS of the Carolinas, Children's Miracle Network, and Grand Strand Miracle Leagues. RunToTheSunCarShow.com
FRIDAY, MARCH 20
Brookgreen Labyrinth Walks - Harmony In Nature 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Brookgreen Gardens
Celebrate the beginning of Spring and the rebirth of the natural beauty of Brookgreen Gardens. Garden admission required. Visit www.brookgreen.org
