Myrtle Beach to Host Star-Studded Carolina Country Music Festival

Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan and Riley Green to headline four-day event on the Carolina coast.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:10pm

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The Carolina Country Music Festival is set to take over downtown Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from June 4–7, 2026, bringing four days of live country music just steps from the ocean. This year's headliners include Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan and Riley Green, blending chart-topping newcomers with longtime country mainstays. More than 40 performers will appear across multiple stages along the oceanfront at 812 N. Ocean Blvd.

Why it matters

The Carolina Country Music Festival has become a staple on the summer festival circuit, drawing thousands of country music fans to the Myrtle Beach area each year. The diverse lineup featuring both established stars and rising talents helps cement the event's reputation as a must-attend destination for country music lovers.

The details

The festivities kick off Thursday, June 4, with an opening night concert led by Riley Green, Justin Moore and Lauren Alaina. In addition to nonstop music, attendees can explore air-conditioned pop-up dive bars with live sets throughout the day, browse curated shopping areas, and join in interactive fan experiences. Nashville-inspired activities such as karaoke, dueling pianos and line dancing lessons bring a taste of Music City to the Carolina coast. For those looking to elevate their experience, the festival also offers a Super VIP section with raised viewing areas and catered hospitality.

  • The Carolina Country Music Festival is set to take place from June 4–7, 2026.
  • The opening night concert is scheduled for Thursday, June 4.

The players

Carolina Country Music Festival

An annual country music festival held in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, that has become a staple on the summer festival circuit.

Bob Durkin

The CEO of the Carolina Country Music Festival, who highlighted the diverse lineup of headliners and performers for the 2026 event.

Post Malone

A chart-topping American singer-songwriter who is one of the headliners for the 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival.

Blake Shelton

A longtime country music mainstay who is one of the headliners for the 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival.

Riley Green

A rising country music star who is one of the headliners for the 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival.

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What they’re saying

“We've got two of the hottest artists in country right now — Post Malone and Riley Green — alongside two of the genre's biggest mainstays, Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton. From global superstars to artists on the rise, we're bringing together an incredible mix of talent for four unforgettable days on the beach.”

— Bob Durkin, Festival CEO

What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival are on sale now at CarolinaCountryMusicFest.com.

The takeaway

The Carolina Country Music Festival has solidified its reputation as a must-attend summer destination for country music fans, with a diverse lineup that blends established stars and rising talents. The festival's mix of live music, interactive experiences, and beachside atmosphere make it a unique and appealing event for both casual fans and die-hard country music enthusiasts.