The Magnolia State is gearing up for a spectacular lineup of events and festivals that promise to add excitement to your spring calendar. From arts and music to food and cultural celebrations, the state has something for everyone.
MARCH
St. Paddy’s Day Celebration
March 16, 2024
Ocean Springs, MS
Ocean Springs invites you to turn St. Patrick’s Day into a “lucky” bash. Participating retailers, restaurants and galleries will serve green or Irish-inspired delights. Along with the delicious treats there will be live music perfect for all ages. Join the Irish spirit in Ocean Springs and don’t forget to wear green!
Follow the Chamber’s Facebook page for updates: @oceanspringschamberofcommerce
Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade and Festival
March 23, 2024
Downtown Jackson, MS
Dive into a day of “green Mardi Gras” at Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade and Festival. Celebrate the rebirth of Mississippi’s Capital city with a joyous event featuring a homecoming, where everyone is king and queen for the day. Get ready for a truly unique experience in the heart of downtown Jackson!
Website: Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade
Spring Arts Festival
March 23 – 24, 2024
Ocean Springs, MS
Set amongst the live oaks of downtown, the Spring Arts Festival boasts over 100 artists, crafters and plant vendors celebrating spring. Enjoy paintings, pottery, jewelry, plants, live music, artist demonstrations and educational sessions provided by regional artists and gardeners. This is an event that you will not want to miss! For more information visit the link to the website!
Website: Ocean SpringsChamber.com
Gulf Coast Oyster Cook Off & Festival
March 29 – 30, 2024
Biloxi, MS
Indulge in a series of events from car shows to cook offs at the Gulf Coast Oyster Cook Off & Festival. Experience the best of the Mississippi Gulf Coast with a mix of delicious seafood and many exciting activities for the whole family.
Follow along on Facebook: @GulfCoastOysterCookoff
APRIL
Junkin on the River
April 5 – 6, 2024
Natchez, MS – Vidalia, LA
Embark on a treasure hunt at Junkin on the River, spanning 15 miles across Natchez and Vidalia. Multiple stores will participate, offering sales, food trucks and fun for the entire weekend!
Follow the Facebook page for updates: @JunkinontheRiver
Catfish in the Alley Festival
April 5 – 6, 2024
Columbus, MS
Enjoy a weekend of family fun, featuring catfish, vendors, delicious food, cold beverages and best blues musicians in the South. Catfish in the Alley is a free and open to the public events with crafts available at the Artisans Alley.
Website: VisitColumbusMS.org
World Catfish Festival
April 6, 2024
Humphery’s County Courthouse, Belzoni, MS
Join people from all over the world at the World Catfish Festival in downtown Belzoni, Mississippi. This fun-filled event features over 100 vendors and expects 10,000+ attendees for a day of festivities.
Website: catfishcapitol.com
21st Annual Juke Joint Festival
April 11 – 14, 2024
Clarksdale, MS
Immerse yourself in the Delta blues at the Juke Joint Festival. With over 100 blues performances, real-deal juke joints, arts & crafts, music workshops and Southern food, this festival offers a unique blend of blues celebration and small-town fair.
Website: jukejointfestival.com
Crawfish Music Festival
April 20 – 23, 2024
Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center
Biloxi, MS
For over two decades, the Crawfish Music Festival at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum has been offering quality entertainment and family fun to the Southeast. Each night promises excitement, from headline entertainment to crawfish cook-offs and Midway rides.
Website: CrawfishMusicFestival
Double Decker Arts Festival
April 26 – 27, 2024
The Square, Oxford, MS
Experience the historic and award-winning Double Decker Arts Festival in Oxford. Enjoy over 100 art booths, food vendors and music in this lively celebration of the arts.
Website: doubledeckerfestival.com
7th Annual Brewfest
April 27, 2024
Mississippi Alehouse & Brew Pub, Southaven, MS
Join the biggest beer fest in Mississippi at the 7th Annual Brewfest. Breweries from all over will share their best and rarest beers. With 50 breweries, 200 different beers to sample, live music and food trucks, its an event beer enthusiasts won’t want to miss.
Tickets: eventbrite.com
MAY
Market Street Festival
May 3 – 4, 2024
Downtown Columbus, MS
Don’t miss the amazing Market Street Festival in Downtown Columbus. Shop booth to booth as vendors from all over the community come together. Rides, attractions and a vibrant atmosphere await.
Website: marketstreetfestival.com