Jun 19, 2017
Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show returns December 3-6, 2017

The nation’s largest, longest-running coastal souvenir, resort gift show, the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show, returns December 3-6, 2017 to South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Known among exhibitors and attendees as the “Big Kahuna,” the 2017 edition will feature an unrivaled selection of themed merchandise, resort apparel, gifts and souvenirs shown by the industry’s top name manufacturers, sales representatives and up-and-coming companies.

“The Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show is the must-attend annual event for everyone in the coastal souvenir business,” says Sonya Lowe, show director, Urban Expositions. “Coastal and resort retailers know they will find the best selection of established lines, best-sellers and breaking new product introductions all under one roof, all while enjoying networking in a casual, relaxed show setting.”
Among the highlights for 2017:
Tremendous Product Selection – featuring thousands of lines on display, retailers can explore a wide selection of products from the industry’s leading resort and gift manufacturers and sales representatives in every product category, including resort gifts, souvenirs, novelties, nautical/coastal items, licensed products, beachwear, general gift, and much more.
Goody Bag Giveaway – The first 100 buyers to arrive at the show on Sunday, December 3 and Monday, December 4 will receive a special tote bag filled with complimentary product samples from participating exhibitors.
Grand Strand Show Party – Urban Expositions will host a special party for show exhibitors and attendees. Make plans to attend this popular show event to mix and mingle with show exhibitors and attendees while enjoying free food, music and drinks. Look for complete show party details coming soon.



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