Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art: Lineup Announced

Another amazing season of concerts is planned for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art, a must-do event in the Pawleys Island area for more than three decades.

This year’s event will be held over a nearly three-week span, from Oct. 3-19 at the Reserve Club in Pawleys Island.

Runawayjunecropped-onlypawleys — Country breakout group Runaway June will kick off the three-week Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art with a concert on Oct. 4 at The Reserve.

Featured performers include breakout country sensation Runaway June; Motown great Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes; and Americana Bluegrass’ Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn. They will be joined by several popular tributes, including Rick Lindy’s Tribute to Roy Orbison and Rumours: The Fleetwood Mac Tribute. The final weekend highlights crossover tenor Anthony Nunziata; London’s West End; The Barricade Boys; and rock ‘n’ roll through the years with Groovin’ on Tour.

“I believe this year’s lineup of entertainers is one of our best to date,” said Festival Director Susan Bryant. “Ticket sales have already been brisk. We couldn’t be more pleased.”

Before the concerts begin, though, PIFMA gets started with one of the region’s most anticipated events – the Pawleys Island Wine and Food Gala, held on Oct. 3 at the Reserve Club.

The gala offers attendees a chance to sample more than 65 wines from renowned vineyards around the world and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by the area’s best chefs. The evening will also include live music, delicious desserts, a silent auction full of wonderful items and a complimentary wine glass. Wines will also be available for purchase at prices well below retail during this special event. Casual cocktail attire is recommended. Event held rain or shine.

Wine gala cropped-onlypawleys — The Pawleys Island Wine and Food Gala is one of the most-anticipated events of the year on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast.

Here’s a look at the upcoming concert schedule:

Oct. 4: Runaway June

Oct 5: Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes

Oct. 10: Rick Lindy’s Roy Orbison Tribute

Oct. 11: Rumours: Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Oct. 12: Bela Fleck and Abigail Washburn

Oct. 17: Anthony Nunziata

Oct. 18: The Barricade Boys

Oct. 19: Tabled Event—Groovin’ on Tour

Tickets for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art, including the Wine and Food Gala, may be purchased online at www.pawleysmusic.com. All performances will be held at the Reserve Club and will begin at 7 p.m.

“From the Wine Gala to all the concerts, this is definitely one of the signatures events in Pawleys Island,” said Mark A. Stevens, director of tourism development for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce. “The lineup of performances is very exciting this year – some great tribute bands, always a favorite, and performers like Runaway June and The Barricade Boys. We are once again looking forward to welcoming lots of attendees to enjoy the concerts and spend a few days in Pawleys Island!”

For more information and the latest updates on the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art, along with sponsorship and membership opportunities, click here or call 843-626-8911.