Carolina Country Music Fest Opens 2026 Hometown Star Search – Nomination Deadline March 11

Local and Regional Artists Invited to Represent Their Hometowns at CCMF, June 4–7 in Myrtle Beach

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — As Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) prepares to return to Myrtle Beach June 4–7, 2026, organizers are once again opening the door for local and regional talent through their annual Hometown Star Search competition, sponsored by Coors Light.

Created to spotlight artists who represent the spirit of Horry County and surrounding Lowcountry communities, Hometown Star Search gives emerging performers the opportunity to take the stage during the East Coast’s largest outdoor country music fest. The program is designed to amplify hometown voices – giving local bands and artists a platform to perform in front of tens of thousands of fans while sharing the stages with some of country music’s biggest names.

Each year, the competition becomes a point of pride for the community, allowing fans to rally behind the artists who represent their city, their county and their local music scene.

“Hometown Stars gives artists from our own backyard – and across the region – the chance to step onto a major festival stage,” said Bob Durkin, co-founder of Southern Entertainment. “It’s about creating opportunity, amplifying their voice and letting fans stand behind the talent that represents their community.”

Selected artists will perform on one of the CCMF Discover Stages, connecting directly with new audiences in an environment built for discovery.

Nominations for the 2026 Hometown Star Search competition are now open and must be submitted by March 11. Fans, friends and artists themselves are encouraged to nominate deserving local and regional talent by visiting: https://carolinacountrymusicfest.com/ccmf-hometown-star-search/ and completing the official submission form.

Selected performers will receive invitations on or before March 16 and will have 24 hours to accept their performance opportunity. Artists chosen to perform will receive fest access for band members and the opportunity to represent their hometown on one of the CCMF Discover Stages.

Now entering its second decade, CCMF continues its commitment to elevating emerging artists while delivering one of the nation’s premier country music experiences. With limited General Admission and Super VIP tickets remaining for 2026, fans are encouraged to secure their passes early and cheer on their favorite hometown talent.

Carolina Country Music Fest returns June 4–7, 2026. Tickets and additional information are available at CarolinaCountryMusicFest.com. For the latest updates, follow Carolina Country Music Fest on Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. 

About CCMF:
Carolina Country Music Fest™, (CCMF), the East Coast’s largest outdoor country music fest, is located in Myrtle Beach, SC, at the Boardwalk within the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place. CCMF is host to the industry’s biggest stars with 40+ artists at the beach, June 4th-7th, 2026. CCMF hosts a unique blend of today’s country headliners, regional stars, up-and-comers, and local favorites on multiple stages. With the combination of country music and the scenic beach backdrop, this family-friendly, four-day fest is a summer vacation destination.

About Southern Entertainment:
Southern Entertainment is a full-service event and production company with an unwavering commitment to excellence that has produced more than 500 events across the United States. For more information, visit www.southernentertainment.com