Head down to Murrells Inlet, South Carolina for the 51st annual Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival set for September 25-27, 2026. The majestic 1920s Moorish-style castle that once served as the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington – founders of Brookgreen Gardens- will serve as the backdrop for this exciting annual event.
More than 100 artisan tents, food vendors, and a stage for live music are featured during the three-day art festival. The Atalaya Crafts Show will be open from 12-5 p.m. Friday, September 25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 26; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, September 27 at the castle located within Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet.
Food Trucks at Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival:
- Fish Shak
- EZ Cheezy
- Wing Kings
- Surf Dawgs
- Nautipop
- Dixieland Kettle Corn
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Live Entertainment Line-up:
- Friday, September 25
- 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Austin Perry
- 2-5 p.m. Mark McKinney & Company
- Saturday, September 26
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fair Trade
- 2-5 p.m. Finnegan Bell
- Sunday, September 27
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Geoff Gates
- 2-5 p.m. Devin Dove Duo
Admission Price
Admission is $10/adult for ages 16 and over and tickets are available at the festival gate within Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Places to Stay Near the Atalaya Festival
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