The SBD World’s Strongest Man competition is set to take place in Myrtle Beach, SC, from April 23-26, 2026. The epic four-day event brings together 25 of the world’s top strongmen for a series of grueling challenges – including the Truck Pull, Farmer’s Walk into Power Stairs, Titan’s Toss, the iconic Atlas Stones, and more.
The quest for the title of this year’s World’s Strongest Man opens with qualifying rounds Thursday and Friday, followed by the final rounds Saturday and Sunday, when a champion is crowned.
TICKETING AND ATTENDANCE
Thursday, April 23: SOLD OUT
Friday, April 24: SOLD OUT
Saturday, April 25 (Finals): SOLD OUT
Sunday, April 26 (Finals): SOLD OUT
For 2026, there will be one tier of General Admission tickets and you will have the option to purchase either a single-day or a weeklong package. There are no assigned seats or a VIP section this year, and it will be first come first served.
Please note that tickets will be required to enter the competition area.
ADA and Companion: Assigned, accessible seating that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
QUALIFYING EVENTS
THURSDAY, APRIL 23RD
10:00AM – CARRY & CLIMB
1:30PM – CIRCUS PRESS MEDLEY
4:30PM – SQUAT LIFT
FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH
10:00AM – TRUCK PULL
3:30PM – NATURAL STONE MEDLEY
6:45PM – JIMMY POLLOCK AWARD
FINAL EVENTS
SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH
10:00AM – KNAACK® MONSTER BOX® FLIP & CARRY
1:00PM – DEADLIFT
3:00PM – TITAN’S TOSS
SUNDAY, APRIL 26TH
10:00AM – MAX LOG
1:30PM – ATLAS STONES
2:45PM – WSM TROPHY CEREMONY
*All times are EST/local.
**Gates will open at 9AM EST Thursday through Sunday.
EVENT ADDRESS
Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place (Oceanfront Boardwalk)
812 North Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC.
BAG POLICY
• Clear, Vinyl or PVC bags not to exceed 12’’ x 6’’ x 12’’
• Small clutch bags and fanny packs up to 6’’x 9’’
• Hydration packs that are not backpacks
• No large coolers
• No coolers in the ticketed area
• No backrests
RIDE SHARE INFORMATION
If you are using a car share service (i.e. Uber & Lyft) – Please use the following address ticketed entry spot, as many local streets will be closed for the event: 9th Ave North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
PARKING
Parking is available at The Pavilion Parking Garage (914 N Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach), located just a 4-minute walk (0.2 miles) from the venue. This garage is open to the public and operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. Additional parking options are available nearby as well.
VENDOR VILLAGE
This year’s vendor village will include incredible food and retail vendors from the Myrtle Beach area, and fun activations from our sponsors! Vendor village is open to the public, which means you don’t need a ticket to check out all that’s going on.
To create a sensory-friendly experience at Vendor Village, there will be a sensory-friendly tent provided by the Champion Autism Network in partnership with Event Works.
If interested in hosting a booth in the vendor village, please reach out to info@theworldstrongestman.com
MEDIA CREDENTIAL INFO
Members of the media under editorial assignment are invited to cover the 2026 SBD World’s Strongest Man. Please apply for media credentials HERE. Please note, the deadline to apply for media credentials is April 21 at 11:59 p.m. ET.