Irish Italian International Festival

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH — The City of North Myrtle Beach will host the 10th Annual Irish Italian International Festival on September 28, 2013. The one day rain or shine event brings approximately 15,000 to celebrate different cultures.

The festival begins at 10am and continues until 4pm on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach; featuring food from local restaurants, two stages of live entertainment, street performers, art & craft vendors, and dance groups all surrounding an Irish Italian International theme.

Restaurants will compete for the title of Best Entrée, Best Decorated, and Best Dessert. Festival goers can join in the fun with a friendly spaghetti eating competition. A children's area will offer a variety of entertainment that suits all ages; magic, balloon art and inflatables (nominal fee).

For details call (843) 280-5570 or visit http://parks.nmb.us. Vendor Applications will be available in June of 2013.