Experience the Best of Conway: Festivals, Concerts & 'Can't Miss' Seasonal Events!
Check out Riverfest & These Other Top Events in Conway This Year!
Once a year, tourists and locals from around the Grand Strand swarm together in downtown Conway decked out in red, white, and blue, to celebrate our country. Riverfest is a celebration that was founded in 1980 that has since been held annually on the last Saturday of June. This years date is June 28th and it will have a full day of programming with live music at the Conway Riverwalk ampitheatre, numerous vendors selling local items and delicious foods, kids activities, and at the end of the night, a large fireworks display.
It will open with a ceremony giving homage to our country through the national anthem and a color guard presentation of the American flag. Then, it will follow suit with events such as a business expo, artisans market, golf cart parade, beer market, etc. In sum, it will be an entire day of festivities with a line up happening from the moment you wake up until the sun sets.
The Riverfest isn’t the only exciting thing, though, that will happen in Conway this year. The town has a calendar packed with events so everyone has a chance to experience its charm.
March 28-29, 2025
Back for its fourth year, the Sportsman Expo will be in Conway on March 28th and 29th. Spend two days surrounded by the outdoor lifestyle of the Waccamaw River as DockDogs, a sport which dogs compete in various activities while jumping off a dock, comes to town with its top competition. The dogs will compete on both days while you simultaneously explore the vendors, cooking demonstrations, drawing, reptile displays, wildlife rehabilitation sessions, and so much more. The event is free for everyone, and will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
June 14, 2025
Drink your way through downtown Conway, exploring the local products and shops as you sample various wines. Spend your Saturday afternoon, June 14th from 12 to 4 p.m., following your ‘Wine-Around Map’ as it guides you through the town and instructs you to participating businesses that offer wine tastings. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon with your travel group and meet locals while concurrently discovering what Conway has to offer. Tickets and further information can be found online.
Every Friday in May
Just when the weather is not too hot and not too cool, Conway kicks off its free live music nights. Join the crowd for Groovin’ The Green concert series for some good music and chill vibes. Bring a blanket or chair so you can sit down and enjoy, and make sure to explore the Chicora Car Club cruise-in that will have all your favorite hot rods on display. The series takes place every Friday in May from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and will continue throughout the summer with dates to be announced. The concert nights are held at the Town Green, 200 Laurel Street in Conway.
- Chocolate Chip & Company (May 2)
- Special Blend Experience (May 9)
- Whisky Run (May 16)
- Band on Fire (May 23)
- King Tide (May 30)
Sept. 12-21, 2025
Similar to South Carolina’s restaurant week, Conway has Burger Week. September 12-21, visit participating restaurants to try their locally crafted burgers, some for these dates only! You can find outlandish concoctions or your favorite simple recipe with a local twist. The menu for participating restaurants and the specialty burgers will be released in mid-September, so check back for more updates.
Various Dates
A few minutes outside of the downtown area of Conway is Thompson Farm that holds family-freindly events year round. Kicking off the year with spring celebrations, the farm is holding a helicopter Easter egg drop and hunt on March 29th and April 5th from 10 to 4 p.m. Pick up the candy-infused eggs then make a trip to the hay wagon rides, Easter bunny visit booth, and other spots. There will also be a ‘Baby’s First Easter’ event on March 30th at 10 a.m. Then, come fall the farm is open Friday’s through Sunday’s for your enjoyment of choice whether it’s navigating a corn maze, picking from the pumpkin patch, playing hand-made games, or feeding the farm animals.
August to November
The Grand Strand’s beloved football team, The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, will have a full schedule of games throughout the fall. While the games are open to the public with a valid ticket, you can also participate in the tailgating that usually takes place outside the stadium 3-4 hours before the game. It’s a great time to meet some locals, have an outside gathering with friends and family, or rep the amazing teal that you’re wearing! Times are to be determined for the games, but they will start in late August and run at least until November. Home games for 2025 include:
- Sept. 6: Charleston Southern
- Sept. 13: East Carolina
- Oct. 11: UL Monroe
- Oct. 18: App State
- Oct. 30: Marshall
- Nov. 8: Georgia State
- Nov. 29: James Madison
October
There is no time more charming to visit Conway than during the holiday seasons. In October, the beautiful Oak trees lining Main Street are decorated with small, vibrant, orange pumpkins on every branch. Walking down the street in the evening feels like you’re in the middle of a movie set, especially with the cob webbs and various skeletons on every streets. Many events take place throughout the town during this time such as ‘Witches, Wizards, and Wine’ on Oct. 2nd and 23rd where you and the gang can dress us and enjoy wine tastings while exploring the downtown area. Or, if you want something more spooky and historically based, opt for one of the Conway Ghost Walks from Oct. 15th - 18th.
The Theatre of the Republic is one of the Grand Strand’s most beloved spots for live performances. This non profit has been operating for over 50 years and runs shows of all genres and performance levels. Located in the Historic Rivertown of Conway, the venue is easy to spot with its large glowing lights and flashy production names. This year is promising with numerous shows happening every month - more details regarding times and ticket prices can be found online.
- ‘Dare to Dream’: March 21, 22, 23
- ‘Rock of Ages Coastal Youth Teen’: March 29 & 30
- ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’: April 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20
- ‘Steel Magnolias, Play’: May 15,16,17,18, 22, 23, 24, 25
- ‘Love, Loss & What I Wore’: TBD
- ‘Spring Festival of Dance’: June 6, 7, 8
- ‘Descendants Musical’: July 18, 19, 20
- ‘Frozen - The Broadway Musical’: June 26, 27, 28, 29 and July 3, 5, 6
- ‘Wizard of Oz’: July 31, August 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10
- ‘Heathers the Musical’ - Coastal Youth Teen: August 16 & 17
- ‘Tootsie - Musical’: September 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14
- ‘25 Years with Tim McGhee’ - a different decade tribute each evening: September 19, 20, 21
- ‘Hadestown Teen Ed.’ - Coastal Youth Teen: September 27 & 28
- ‘Jekyll & Hyde - the Musical’: October 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 and November 1 & 2
- ‘Alice in Wonderland Jr.’ - Coastal Youth Theatre: November 7, 8, 9
- ‘The Nutcracker’ - Coastal Youth Ballet: Dates to be determined
- ‘All I Want for Christmas’ - Holiday on Main Street: December 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
December
The most beautiful time of the year is no exception when it comes to this town! Conway turns into a family-home during the winter seasons with each light pole adorned with a lit wreath and Christmas trees nestled throughout every mom & pop store. Yet, the events are what bring everyone together in this town each year. During the holiday season you can experience the Conway Christmas Carnival, Santa’s village, a celebration of lights, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in the middle of the town, a Christmas parade, Reindeer Run 5K, and so much more! As the months near closer, dates and times for each event will be announced.
