Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show 2025 – The Premier East Coast Event for Coastal Retail, Gifts & Resort Merchandise
The Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show 2025 returns to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, bringing together coastal retailers, souvenir buyers, gift shops, resort chains, beach stores, boutiques, and tourism-based merchants from across the East Coast.
Recognized as the #1 coastal souvenir and resort merchandise market in the U.S., this show is a major sourcing hub for retailers preparing for the upcoming tourism season.
For exhibitors, it’s one of the highest-value retail buying events of the year.
Event Overview
Event Name: Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show
Start Date: December 7, 2025
End Date: December 10, 2025
Venue: Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Venue Address: 2101 N Oak St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
City: Myrtle Beach
Country: United States
Event Website: https://www.grandstrandgiftshow.com/?utm_source=alsett.com
Venue Website: https://www.myrtlebeachconventioncenter.com/?utm_source=alsett.com
ExpoMax360 Source: https://expomax360.com/atlas/grand-strand-gift-resort-merchandise-show/?utm_source=alsett.com
Introduction
The Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show is the largest coastal retail marketplace on the East Coast.
Held annually in Myrtle Beach—one of America’s most visited beach destinations—the show draws:
souvenir shops
coastal and beach retailers
resort and hotel gift stores
boardwalk merchants
museum & aquarium gift stores
national park and outdoor retailers
boutiques & lifestyle stores
e-commerce coastal product sellers
For exhibitors offering gifts, décor, apparel, accessories, souvenirs, or resort merchandise, this event delivers high-volume buyers preparing for the next tourism cycle.
What Exhibitors Can Expect
1. Coastal Gifts, Souvenirs & Custom Merchandise
This is the heart of the show, with products such as:
coastal-themed gifts
magnets, postcards & novelty souvenirs
mugs, collectibles & custom-printed items
location-branded products (“Myrtle Beach,” “Outer Banks,” etc.)
marine life–themed products
beach & boardwalk merchandise
Retail buyers attend specifically to stock up for the spring/summer tourism season.
2. Apparel, Beachwear & Resort Clothing
A major retail category showcasing:
T-shirts & screen-printed apparel
hoodies & jackets
dresses, cover-ups & beachwear
hats, visors & sun protection apparel
kids’ resort clothing
Custom and private-label apparel companies do especially well here.
3. Home Décor, Coastal Style & Lifestyle Products
Exhibitors present:
nautical décor & accents
wall art & coastal-themed pieces
candles, fragrances & home accessories
woodcraft, glass art and handcrafted décor
handmade and artisan products
Boutique buyers attend heavily for unique, higher-margin décor items.
4. Toys, Games & Family-Oriented Products
Perfect for resort and attraction retailers:
plush toys & marine animals
boardwalk games & novelties
educational toys
family-friendly gifts
outdoor toys & beach gear
Aquariums, amusement parks, and family entertainment venues often source here.
5. Jewelry, Accessories & Handcrafted Goods
A growing category especially popular among boutique retailers:
beach-themed jewelry
handcrafted accessories
gemstone & shell jewelry
artisan bracelets & necklaces
resort fashion accessories
Unique designs sell extremely well in coastal gift settings.
Why the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show Matters for Exhibitors
The Leading Coastal Retail Buying Event
Buyers come from:
beach towns up and down the East Coast
resort areas
national tourist destinations
waterfront and marina retail districts
High-Volume Retailers Preparing for Peak Season
Most attendees place large orders for:
spring break
summer tourism
resort peak season
boardwalk retail traffic
Perfect for Launching New Product Lines
Exhibitors use the show to debut:
new collections
seasonal product lines
private-label merchandise
custom coastal items
High Buyer Engagement & Strong Ordering Activity
The show is known for:
onsite order writing
strong B2B conversations
repeat annual buyers
long-term vendor relationships
Strategic Timing Before the Tourism Surge
December is when retailers finalize their merchandise for the coming season.
Final Thoughts
Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show 2025 remains the premier coastal retail sourcing event in the United States.
For exhibitors offering gifts, apparel, accessories, souvenirs, home décor, handcrafted items, and resort merchandise, this show delivers unmatched access to high-volume tourism-driven retailers.
Whether your business targets beach shops, resort gift stores, boardwalk merchants, or coastal boutiques, this expo is a must-attend for expanding your presence in the thriving coastal retail market.
Industry: Gifts, Resort Merchandise, Coastal Retail
Tags: coastal merchandise expo, souvenir trade show, Myrtle Beach gift show
