21st Annual Irish Italian International Festival

Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Date: 09/27/2025 - 09/27/2025
Starts: 10:00 a.m.
Ends: 4:00 p.m.

The 21st Annual Irish Italian International Festival celebrates the rich heritage of both cultures with a lively street festival featuring delicious Irish and Italian cuisine, craft vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as pasta, shepherd’s pie, and cannoli, along with festive drinks.

The event includes two stages of live entertainment, street performers, and a friendly spaghetti-eating competition. With free admission and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to experience a blend of cultures and flavors in North Myrtle Beach. This one-day, rain or shine event brings approximately 15,000 people to celebrate different cultures. This festival will feature: Art and Craft Vendors, Festival Food Favorites, Street Performers, and Two Stages of Live Entertainment.

Spaghetti Eating Contest, sponsored by Ledo Pizza - Do you think you have what it takes? Enter the 21st Annual Irish Italian International Festival Spaghetti Eating Contest. First to clear their plate (without using their hands) wins bragging rights and a prize. Individuals may sign up at the Info Booth between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at the festival, with no entry fee. Once registered, participants should arrive at the Hillside Drive Stage by 1 pm. The contest begins at approximately 1:30 pm at the Italian Stage, located at Hillside Drive (400 Main Street, in front of Hope Taylor and Company).

FREE Parking

• Public Parking lot beside Convenience Store & More: 250 Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
• McLean Park: 93 Oak Drive, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
• 1st Ave North & Ocean Blvd. Lot
• 1st Ave South & Ocean Blvd. Lot

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