Carolina Country Music Fest facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Carolina Country Music Fest |
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| Status | Active |
| Genre | Country Music Festival |
| Date(s) | June 8–11, 2023 |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Venue | Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place (former Myrtle Beach Pavilion site) |
| Location(s) | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Years active | 2015–present (Myrtle Beach, SC) |
| Inaugurated | June 3–7, 2015 |
| Most recent | June 8–11, 2023 |
| Next event | June 6-9, 2024 |
| Attendance | 30,000-35,000 |
| Organized by | Full House Productions |
The Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) is a super fun outdoor country music festival! It happens every June in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A company called Full House Productions started this festival in 2015.
CCMF takes place right on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. It's held at the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, which used to be the old Myrtle Beach Pavilion site. This festival is usually three days long, from Friday to Sunday. But it kicks off with a special concert on Thursday evening!
When it first started in 2015, over 20,000 people came to enjoy the music. By 2017, that number grew to 30,000! In 2020, the festival had to be canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it came back strong in 2021, with about 35,000 people attending. It has even sold out tickets for two years in a row (2021 and 2022)!
The Carolina Country Music Fest covers a huge area, about 18 acres! It stretches from the boardwalk all the way to Ocean Boulevard. In 2021, they even added a fifth stage. This allowed more artists to perform and more fans to enjoy the shows. Some of the stages include the Coors Light Main Stage and the Crown Royal Stage.
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History of the Festival
2015: The First Fest
The very first Carolina Country Music Fest happened from June 3 to June 7, 2015. Over 20,000 music fans came to this exciting event. Some of the popular artists who performed included Eric Church, Lady Antebellum, and Rascal Flatts.
2016: Growing Bigger
In 2016, the festival was held from June 9 to June 12. The number of attendees grew to 25,000! Big names like Florida Georgia Line, Keith Urban, and Tim McGraw rocked the stages.
2017: 30,000 Fans!
The 2017 festival took place from June 8 to June 11. A record 30,000 people attended this year. Fans got to see amazing artists such as Darius Rucker, Kenny Chesney, and Jason Aldean.
2018: Another Great Year
From June 7 to June 10, 2018, the festival once again welcomed over 30,000 attendees. The lineup featured stars like Luke Bryan, Toby Keith, and the Zac Brown Band.
2019: Fifth Anniversary
The fifth Carolina Country Music Fest was held from June 6 to June 9, 2019. Over 30,000 people celebrated this special anniversary. Famous bands like Alabama and Florida Georgia Line performed. Dierks Bentley and Thomas Rhett also played their hits.
2020: A Pause for Safety
For the first time since it began, CCMF could not happen in 2020. It was originally planned for June but was moved to September. This change was due to worries about the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as the pandemic continued, it became clear that a large gathering wouldn't be safe. So, on August 11, 2020, CCMF announced it would be postponed until June 2021.
2021: The Big Return
The Carolina Country Music Fest made a fantastic return to Myrtle Beach from June 10 to June 13, 2021. The city council even gave special permission for the event. Most of the artists who were supposed to play in 2020 came back. Headliners included Luke Combs, Eric Church, Darius Rucker, and Jake Owen. This festival was completely sold out, with an estimated 35,000 people attending!
2022: Sold Out Again!
The annual Carolina Country Music Fest was held from June 9 to June 12, 2022. Over 30 artists performed on four different stages. The lineup included Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, and Keith Urban. This event also sold out, bringing in 35,000 attendees once more.
2023: New Headliners
The eighth annual Carolina Country Music Fest happened from June 8 to June 11, 2023. Morgan Wallen was announced as a headliner. Then, Miranda Lambert was announced as the first female country artist to headline a night at CCMF! Main stage VIP tickets for 2023 sold out quickly.
Later, Morgan Wallen had to postpone his shows, including CCMF, due to vocal cord issues. The festival wished him well and hoped to reschedule him for 2024. Luckily, Kenny Chesney stepped in to headline on Saturday, June 10! The festival founder said the lineup was still amazing. A pre-party was also held at Rip-Tydz in Myrtle Beach on June 7, 2023.
Awards and Recognition
The Carolina Country Music Fest has been recognized for how great it is!
On February 10, 2022, CCMF was nominated for "Festival of the Year" by the Academy of Country Music Awards. It was one of five events competing for this big award.
Then, on April 14, 2023, it was announced that CCMF was again nominated for the Academy of Country Music’s "Festival of the Year" award. This shows how important and well-loved the festival is in the country music world!
Festival Attendance
This table shows how many people attended the festival each year:
| Festival Year | Nightly Attendance |
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| 2015 | 20,000 |
| 2016 | 25,000 |
| 2017 | 30,000 |
| 2018 | 30,000 |
| 2019 | 30,000 |
| 2020 | Did Not Occur |
| 2021 | 35,000 |
| 2022 | 35,000 |
| 2023 | TBD |
Artists Who Have Played
Each year, CCMF brings together about 30 top country artists. Plus, many new and local talents get to perform. The festival is a great place to see your favorite stars and discover new music!
