2nd Annual Little River Patriots Day

Saturday September, 12th 2026

The Little River Patriots Day Festival is a proud community tradition that brings residents and visitors together for a spirited celebration of patriotism, history, and hometown pride. Set in the heart of Little River, the festival offers a full day of family friendly activities including live entertainment, food vendors, local artisans, and special programming that honors our nation’s heritage and those who serve it.

Join us in supporting an event that honors the past, celebrates the present, and brings the Little River community together in a powerful and memorable way.

The establishment of a permanent memorial at Vereen Memorial Gardens, commemorating those Patriots who have served and sacrificed for our country and community.
Annual Scholarship opportunities for local high school juniors and seniors, promoting education in art, literature, and public speaking.
Live entertainment, food, refreshments and community engagement activities that celebrate our shared history and values.
The construction and dedication of “The 9/11 Memorial Reef” providing an environmental and sporting benefit to our coastal waters.

Our Mission

Our mission is to establish and sustain an annual event that honors the innocent victims of 9/11, past, present, and future patriots, and the brave individuals who have dedicated themselves to preserving our freedoms. Through meaningful community engagement, we provide an opportunity for local citizens, civic organizations, and businesses to come together in recognition and support of first responders, military service members, veterans, and all who have sacrificed for our great nation and the Little River, South Carolina, community. “Preserving America’s Traditions, Remembering Innocent Ones, Thanking Service”.

Purpose

The 9/11 Memorial Tribute and Patriot’s Day Festival is dedicated to honoring the past, present and future bravery, selflessness, and sacrifices of everyday American citizens in response to national emergencies, disasters, and tragedies. It serves as a tribute to the citizens of New York City who became patriots by aiding in search and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Pennsylvania crash sites after the 9/11 attacks. The first responders, police, EMS, firefighters, and healthcare workers who provided critical aid and committed themselves to rescue and recovery missions. The captains and crews of ferries, tugboats, merchant ships, sightseeing vessels, police launches, and fireboats who participated in Operation “Boatlift,” the largest maritime evacuation in history, responding to the Coast Guard’s call to transport victims and deliver supplies. This festival is a tribute to the unbreakable spirit of those who have defended and upheld America’s freedoms, both locally and nationally.