March 10–12
North Myrtle Beach

Started in 1984, the National Shag Dance Championship is the longest continuously running shag contest in the United States and is in its 33rd year. Winners have gone on to perform on shows like CBS This Morning and Good Morning America and have performed at events from NBA games to the Beach Music Awards. Come watch the best shaggers around strut their stuff.

The Spanish Galleon, 100 N. Ocean Blvd. Thursday, 8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m. $15–$25. (843) 222-6706, www.shagnationals.com