The Greater Holden Beach Merchant Association was formed over 30 years ago to promote local businesses and tourism and to donate to worthy area charities. This mission is carried out through its two weekend festivals and the summer concerts. All of the events sponsored by the merchants association are free to the public and visiting tourists.
Each year the merchants association sponsors 3 main events. "Days at the Docks" is a two-day event that takes place the last full weekend in April. Each Sunday evening from Memorial Day through Labor Day, "Concerts on the Coast" attract toe-tapping residents and visitors alike. "NC Festival by the Sea," held the last full weekend in October, is kicked off by a parade down the causeway.
President: Chris Politis
Vice President: Ron Champion
Secretary:
Treasurer: Seth Gearhart
The festivals and concerts encourage volunteerism and civic participation while bringing awareness to the sights, people and businesses that make our region unique.
If you would like to become involved as a volunteer with any of our events, please contact Ken Weston (910) 209-3922.
Each year the Greater Holden Beach Merchants Association raises money for several deserving charities. Over the years contributions have been made to: Coastline Rescue Squad, The Brunswick County Literacy Council, Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of America, The American Cancer Society, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, Andrew B. Gray Senior Kids Project and
the Tri-Beach Fire Department.