Head down to Murrells Inlet, South Carolina for the 50th annual Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival set for September 26-28, 2025. 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 26; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 27; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, September 28 at the castle located within Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet.
This year’s food truck lineup will include:
- Twisted Jack’s
- Surf Dawgs
- Fish Shak
- Caribbean Jerk Chicken
- Dixieland Kettle Corn
- Lemons & Dough
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe
- A Coffee Movement
Live entertainment will be held throughout the weekend.
Friday, September 26: 12-1 p.m. Kennady Murlin; 2-5 p.m. Sweet Sweet
Saturday, September 27: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Austin Perry; 2-5 p.m. Melissa Joiner Duo
Sunday, September 28: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Fair Trade; 2-5 p.m. Mark McKinney & Co.
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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