Annual Snowflakes & Sugarplum Festival
Following the Christmas Parade, enjoy pictures with Santa, the Dream Castle Bounce Village, H&H Express Train and live Christmas music. Click here for more information.
A Woman’s Worth 2024
Attend for a women’s empowerment conference like no other, hosted by Pastor Irene T. Magee. You will leave refreshed and ready to tackle life’s obstacles. Click here for more information.
Mississippi Heroes Celebration & Superhero 5k
The Mississippi Heroes Celebration in the Bay which will kick-off with a Superhero 5K, then proceed with an antique car show presented by Misfits, a kids area, a Jambalaya/Pastalaya Championship, along with a FREE Caregiver Celebration. The Superhero 5K will honor Lt. Michael Boutte & Cayce Seal, both were killed on duty this year and are part of our Gulf Coast Community. This event is brought to you by Mississippi Heroes, the Alice Moseley Folk Art Museum & Hancock County Tourism….and is in part sponsored by Visit Mississippi.
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“Swing for the Cause” Golf Classic
Break out your clubs and prepare for a day on a top rated course at Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast, The Bridges Golf Club. The ‘Swing for the Cause Tournament’ is hosted by the Hancock County Community Development Foundation to raise money that will benefit and support 20 different community causes. Click here for more information.
The Freakin’ Weekend: Car, Truck, & Bike Show
Relax and enjoy the Freakin’ Weekend at this car, bike, and truck show. Click here for tickets.
Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival and Exhibition
Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival is a celebration of the arts community and honors master potter Peter Anderson, founder of Shearwater Pottery in 1928. Attend and help contribute to the growth and development of Ocean Springs. Click here for more information.
Cruisin’ the Coast
America’s Largest Block Party that includes Cruise-ins, Headline Bands and Oldies Entertainments, a Swap Meet, the CTC/Vicari Auto Auction, and much more! Various events and locations are listed on the website cruisinthecoast.com
Longwood Music Fest 2024
One day outdoor music festival featuring live music pulling from a wide variety of influences. Kid’s activities will be available, along with arts & crafts. Admission is $20 per person, kids 10 and under free. Click here for more information.
39th Annual Natchez Balloon Festival
A weekend of hot-air balloons and outstanding live music that has become the largest and most successful festival in Southwest Mississippi. Click Here for More Information.
First Saturday
Downtown businesses will host their own unique events during each First Saturday. There’s always something new to discover during First Saturday from block parties, outdoor markets to gallery openings. This event occurs on the first Saturday of every month until September 6, 2025.