East Coast Shag Classic happening in Wrightsville Beach this weekend

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Beach Music lovers up and down the east coast will gather this weekend in Wrightsville Beach for a weekend of dancing and music to help raise money and support for anyone touched by cancer.

This annual weekend event is happening Thursday through Friday at the Holiday Inn Resort in Wrightsville Beach.

Penny Millis came on WWAY’s Good Morning Carolina today to preview the big event. Millis says the event benefits Hope Abounds, Inc. She said Hope Abounds provides Patient Advocacy, Educational Programming and Navigation through active cancer treatment. These services are designed to help with the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of all that have been touched by cancer.

Enjoy Thursday’s Hawaiian Paradise with the Band of Oz, Friday’s Boots & Bling with Jim Quick & Coastline Band. Enjoy the Saturday Matinee with Gary Louder & Smokin’ Hot and Saturday Night’s Shimmer & Shine My Valentine Celebration with The Entertainers. On Sunday, enjoy a continental breakfast.

Along with these great concerts, there are lots of events, social hour mixers, and complimentary shag and line dance lessons and more. All events are held at the Holiday Inn Resort with one, two and three night lodging packages available.

Click here for more information on the event, tickets, and packages available.