A Mission of Charity and Local Promotion
The Greater Holden Beach Merchant Association was formed over 30 years ago to promote local businesses and tourism and to assist 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. 

The benefits of membership:
Members are featured on this website with a link to their website if they choose
Members are listed and shown on the annual GHBMA Locator Map
Members are allowed to set up displays under the GHBMA merchant tent at both of the festivals.

Corporate Membership
$80/year or $100/year for membership and link to member’s company website

Individual Memberships
$35/year or $55/year for membership and link to member’s website

The Membership Year runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31. If you would like to join, please download 2012 Greater Holden Beach Merchant’s Association Membership Form. complete the information and mail to Neil Watkins with your check. For more information, call Neil at 910 842-2844 or email Neil.