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SUMMARY:The Blessing of the Inlet
DESCRIPTION:The 30th Annual Blessing of the Inlet Returns on May 2, 2026\nMurrells Inlet’s beloved tradition, the 30th Annual Blessing of the Inlet, is back! This cherished community festival will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 AM to 2 PM at Belin Memorial United Methodist Church. With free admission and parking, everyone is invited to enjoy a day of community, food, and celebration—rain or shine.\nThe festival’s highlight, the Blessing of the Inlet ceremony, will begin at 10 AM in front of the cross overlooking the inlet. Will Malambri and Sandra Stevens Poirel will lead this meaningful tradition, offering a spiritual start to a joyful day.\nBeyond the blessing, visitors can explore arts and crafts vendors, enjoy delicious food from local restaurants and food trucks, and experience a fun-filled Children’s Play Area. Best of all, the Children’s Play Area will be free this year, giving kids the chance to ride the double waterslide, play in the moon bounce house, try the balloon blaster, get face painting, enjoy cotton candy, and participate in many other exciting kid-friendly activities.\nWhether you come for the blessing, the food, the shopping, or the family fun, there’s something for everyone at this treasured Murrells Inlet tradition.\nFor more details and vendor information, visit belinumc.org/blessing.
URL:https://www.belinumc.org/events/the-blessing-of-the-inlet/
ORGANIZER;CN=Sherri Henderson, Director of Missions/Outreach:MAILTO:sherrih@belinumc.org
CATEGORIES:Adults,Events,Kids,Men,NOW,Women,Youth
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