Get Your Shag On & Let’s Celebrate
The 15th Annual East Coast Shag Classic
A Three Day Charity Event presented by Hope Abounds Cancer Network
with presenting sponsor
Keep scrolling for package details & room discounts
Featuring
Thursday Night - ECSC Birthday Party Celebration!
Band of Oz
The Band of Oz is one of the most successful groups in the Southeast, performimg well over two-hundred shows per year for corporate events, festivals, concerts, wedding receptions, and many other public and private events.
With Special Guest
Bo Schronce
of the Fantastic Shakers
Friday Night - Shag Classic Beach Party
The Sand Band
The Sand Band is a Variety/Dance Band based in Pinehurst, NC covering favorites from Motown, Classic Rock, Oldies, and our specialty - Carolina Beach & Shag music. The Sand Band travels the Carolinas and surrounding areas
Saturday Night - Celebrate Hope With Glitz & Glamour
Jim Quick & Coastline Band
Jim Quick & Coastline Band are known for their Carolina swamp soul music. Jim Quick has won numerous awards such as CBMA Entertainer of the Year & Songwriter of the Year. This group captures the true, honest spirit of traditions born and bred in the small southern towns of America.
Sunday - Gospel Hour
Sunday Morning Gospel Music by
Steadfast Quartet
A southern gospel group from the Eastern North Carolina, Steadfast Quartet brings many years of experience of singing the Gospel and sharing testimonies to the stage. Devotion with Ginger Parnell.
STEP INTO THE FUN – Ticket Packages & Pricing
EARLY BIRD TICKET PACKAGE PRICING*
Now through 10/31
Purchase a 3-night package for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday &
Get a $15 Celebration Discount
TICKET PACKAGE PRICING*
After October 31, 2025
2 Nights - $179 per person (Thursday & Friday OR Friday & Saturday)
3 Nights - $199 per person (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
*Lodging is not included in the ticket package pricing.
GUESTS BENEFITS
Nightly beach music & bands
Shag & Line Dance Lessons
Bingo
Theme Nights
Nightly Raffle Games
Sunday Morning Gospel Hour
15th Anniversary ECSC Celebration
So much more!
EVENT HOST HOTEL
Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront - Kingston Resorts
2 Great Options for Your Lodging
Option 1 - Kingston Plantation Condos - South Hampton Tower
Includes:
Basic wireless guestroom internet
Unlimited local and tollfree calls
Door-to-door transportation throughout Kingston Plantation and within a 2-mile radius of the resort
24 hour Business Center access including internet and printing
Access to Spa33 and 78Fitness
1 hour of free pickleball or tennis court rental per day, reservations required
Indoor & outdoor pool access & pool towels
Access to Fire Pits & chairs
Nightly Rate: $109
Resort Fee: $0 (Reduced from $35 per day)
Self-Parking Fee: $5 per day (Reduced from $15.00 per day)
Option 2 - Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Resort
Nightly Rate: $155
Includes …
Daily hot breakfast
Evening reception
Self Parking
Resort Fee: $25 (Reduced from $50.99 per day)
Includes:
Basic wireless guestroom internet
Unlimited local and tollfree calls
Door-to-door transportation throughout Kingston Plantation and within a 2-mile radius of the resort
24 hour Business Center access including internet and printing
Access to Spa33 and 78Fitness
1 hour of free pickleball or tennis court rental per day, reservations required
Indoor & outdoor pool access and pool towels
Access to Fire Pits & chairs
HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATION
Guests can make their reservation online or call (800) 876-0010. If you call, note that once connected, guests will be prompted to make a hotel selection. Guests either select Option 1 for Kingston Plantation or Option 2 for Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Resort. Once connected to a representative, guests should identify their reservation for Hope Abounds 15th Annual East Cost Shag Classic.
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS
Thursday, January 22, 2026 -
ECSC Birthday Party Celebration!
1:00 - 4:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Kensington Ballroom
1:00 - 1:45 Shag Lessons with Ken & Sandy Jones (Must know Basic Shag Steps)
3:00 - 3:45 Line Dance Lessons with Sandy Jones
Vintage 12
6:00 - 7:00 ECSC Sponsor Appreciation Reception (ECSC Sponsors Only)
7:00 - 9:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Kensington Ballroom
7:00 Doors open with DJ Ken Jones
8:00 - 11:00 Band of Oz & Special Guest Bo Schronce of the Fantastic Shakers
Friday, January 23, 2026 -
Shag Classic Beach Party
10:00 - 1:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Windsor Ballroom
9:00 - 9:45 Shag Lessons with Ken & Sandy Jones
(Must know Basic Shag Steps)
10:00 - 10:45 Line Dance Lessons with Sandy Jones
Grand Ballroom
1:30 - 3:00 Bingo $25 Donation - Play or Prizes
7:00 - 9:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Windsor Ballroom
7:00 Doors open with DJ Ken Jones
8:00 - 11:00 The Sand Band
Saturday, January 24, 2026 -
Celebrate Hope With Glitz & Glamour
10:00 - 12:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Windsor Ballroom
9:00 - 9:45 Beginner Shag Lessons with Bobby & Cheryl
10:00 - 10:45 Shag Lessons with Ken & Sandy Jones
(Must know Basic Shag Steps)
11:00-11:45 Line Dance Lessons with Sandy Jones
7:00 - 9:00 ECSC Welcome Center
Windsor Ballroom
1:30 - 3:00 Bingo $25 Donation - Play or Prizes
Windsor Ballroom
7:00 Doors open with DJ Ken Jones
8:00 - 11:00 Jim Quick & Coastline
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Windsor Ballroom
9:00am - Coffee and Juice Provided
9:00am - Sunday Morning Devotion with Ginger Parnell, Gospel Music by Steadfast Quartet
Please note that Weekend Highlights are subject to change.
DRESSING FOR THEME NIGHTS IS OPTIONAL.
Be Part of the Celebration—Become a Sponsor!
Join us in making the 15th Annual East Coast Shag Classic the most unforgettable yet! By becoming a sponsor, you’ll not only support an incredible weekend of music and dancing—you’ll also help bring hope and resources to cancer patients and their families.
With five exciting sponsorship levels available, there’s a perfect fit for every partner ready to make a difference.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
For more information, please contact Penny Millis,
Director of Fundraising at (910) 297-7688