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April 3 - 6 - 9th Annual Crossroads Film Festival, Jackson - An independent film festival that features over 60 films, recording artists, special VIP guests, and lots of talent. Come experience the magic of the movies, or submit a film of your own! 601-359-3347 Parkway Place Theatre (1174) April 5 - World Catfish Festival 2008, Belzoni - Celebrate with the catfish capital of the world! Enjoy live entertainment, a talent show, and of course, catfish! Although this is a one day only event, it's sure to be packed full of fun things to do! 1-(800) 408-4838 Various locations in Belzoni (1392) May 3 - The Jerry Clower Festival, Yazoo City - An event offering something for all ages, including arts and crafts, clowns, children's games and rides, food and lots more. Stages offer diverse entertainment of local, regional and national musical acts, drama, magic and dance. (800)381-0662 (2413) May 3 - Raymond Country Fair, Raymond - Enjoy arts and crafts, entertainment, food, plant sales, and 5 K and fun runs around historic Raymond Town Square, Raymond Courthouse, and Raymond Civil War Battlefield. (888)543-1863 Downtown Raymond, featuring historic courthouse square (2412) May 5 - Cinco De Mayo Festival, Newton - Hispanic Music, Family Entertainment, Mexican Food, Pinata's for children, Dancing, Food, Art & Crafts. (601)683-2201 Downtown Main and Church Street (2414) May 10 - Crossroad's Blues & Heritage Festival, Rosedale - Blues music at its best. Join in the fun and excitement. (800)295-7473 Courthouse (2415) May 10 - Mayfest Arts & Crafts Fair and Music Festival, Olive Branch - Experience this fun-filled day for the entire family as you examine the offerings of over 100 vendors and entertainment facilities line the streets of Old Towne. (901)517-2396 Pigeon Roost Plaza in Old Towne (2416) May 15 - 18 - Bluegrass festival, Tylertown - Campers enjoy free Jambalaya Wednesday night. Eleven bands from 5 states will perform over this three day festival. (601)876-5606 Southwest Events Center 31 Hwy 48 East (2417) May 16 - 17 - Springfest, Batesville - An annual music festival featuring great food, kids activities, and much, much, more. (888) 872-6652 Public Square (1463) June 4 - Lena's Independence Day Celebration, Lena - Fifty art & craft vendors, food, political speeches, games for children and gigantic fireworks display at dusk. (601) 267-9231 Downtown (2422) June 6 - 8 - Tupelo Elvis Presley Festival, Tupelo - Music, food, and fun on the streets of downtown Tupelo featuring Blues, Country, Rock n' Roll, Elvis Tribute Artists and Alternative Rock. (888)273-7798 Front St. and Main St. (2418) June 19 - 21 - Juneteenth Celebration, Columbus - Festival celebrating the Emancipation Proclamation with food, music and lots of fun including a softball tournament, senior-citizen events and children's activities. (800)327-2686 Sim Scott Park (2419) June 21 - Bentonia Blues Festival, Bentonia - Known worldwide as one of the oldest most famous and popular blues festivals in Mississippi. Live entertainment, food, family contest and games, arts and crafts. (800)381-0662 Grounds of Blue Front Cafe, 107 E. Railroad Ave. (2420) July 4 - Fourth of July Celebration, Vicksburg - An annual event which offers a Pops concert and spectacular fireworks display at the Waterfront in Historic Downtown Vicksburg. (800)221-3536 Downtown Waterfront (2421) July 4 - Stars and Stripes in the Park, Greenwood - Fourth of July celebration includes food, patriotic music, and a spectacular fireworks display. (800)748-9064 Whittington Park (2423) July 9 - 12 - Choctaw Indian Fair, Choctaw - Enjoy four fun-filled days of Choctaw culture and spirit including Tribal arts, crafts, dances and the thrilling action of World Championship stickball. The fair offers fun for both young and old alike, from exhilarating rides and contests to chart-topping country and rock entertainers. (601)652.5251 Choctaw Indian Reservation (2424) July 25 - August 1 - Neshoba County Fair, Philadelphia - Founded in 1889 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this fairground is home to an event known as "Mississippi's Giant Houseparty." One of the last remaining fairs of its kind features live entertainment, dancing, folk singing, harness racing and political speakers. (877)752-2643 (2425) August 21 - 23 - Tate County Fair, Senatobia - Includes craft booths, food vendors, children's games, talent contest, modeling showdown, rides, and lots of fun with fair exhibits. (662)562-4274 (2426) August 30 - 30th Annual Prairie Arts Festival, West Point - 500 Vendors converge on the downtown area with arts and crafts, live stage entertainment, antique car show, jurried art contest, flea market and 5K run. (866)494-5127 Downtown (2427) August 30 - 31 - Mississippi Jazz & Heritage Festival 2008, Greenville - Enjoy an evening of jazz performed by Greenville's own prolific jazz musicians. Edwards Center at 749 Main Street on Saturday, 7:00pm and Sunday at the Southern Whispers at 756 Nelson Street beginning 7:00pm. (662)247-3364 Edwards Center (2428) August 30 - Walnut Grove Day, Walnut Grove - Held in downtown Walnut Grove on the Saturday before Labor Day. The day includes entertainment in the gazebo, barbecue chicken lunch, political speeches, games and arts and crafts. (601)267-9231 Downtown (2429) August 31 - September 7 - Great Southern Stampede, Hattiesburg - Kick-off a tribute to the Western lifestyle with concerts,clinics, seminars, bull-riding, barrel racing, calf-roping, and children's games and activities. (601)583-7500 (2430) September 3 - September 7 - 2008 Delta Fair & Hot Air Balloon Festival, Greenville - This will be a county fair family style event which will include food, entertainment, and attractions. Located on the grounds of the Mid Delta Regional Airport, this event has been in existance for over a decade. Times are 10:00am--12:00pm weekdays and 6:00am--12:00pm on weekends. (800)467-3582 (2431) September 19 - 20 - All New Rodeo of the Mid-South, Southaven - Featuring world famous rodeo clown, Leclie Harris, calf roping, steer wrestling, bull riding and women's professional barrel racing. A Rodeo Queen of the Mid-South will also be crowned. (888) 280-9120 DeSoto Civic Center (2432) September 29 - October 4 - Yazoo County Fair, Yazoo - Known as the second oldest fair in the state, this event offers arts and crafts exhibits, cake decorating contest, talent stage, youth exhibits and amusement rides. (800)381-.0662 Hugh McGraw off Gordon Avenue (2433) October 3 - 4 - OctoberFest, Carthage - An Arts and Crafts Festival on the first weekend in October. (601)267-9231 Carthage Coliseum (2434) October 4 - Vicksburg Downtown Fall Festival, Vicksburg - 10 am to 5 pm. A day of fun for the whole family with carnival food treats, live entertainment, great sidewalk sales, lots of Children's activities, and street exhibitions. (601)634-4527 (2435) October 10 - 11 - Blue Bluff Festival, Aberdeen - Enjoy music, children's activities, food, and arts & crafts on the banks of the astounding Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. (800)634-3538 Blue Bluff Recreation Area (2436) October 16- 25 - South Mississippi Fair, Laurel - Breathtaking rides, show and live entertainment help make this one of south Mississippi's largest fairs. (601)649-9010 South Mississippi Fairgrounds (2437) October 17 - 19 - Great Mississippi River Balloon Race 2008, Natchez - Hotair balloon liftoffs, a fabulous music festival, food and beverages, fireworks and a children's village add to the fun at this annual event. (800)647-6724 On the grounds of the Historic Rosalie Mansion. (2438) October 20 - 25 - Jackson County Fair, Pascagoula - Lots of fun for the whole family. Rides, games, live entertainment. (228)762-6043 Jackson County Fairgrounds (2439) November 1 - 30th Annual Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival, Ocean Springs - Festival commemorates the life of the late artist, Peter Anderson, with selected artists and craftsmen from the South. Festival is one of the Southeast Tourism Society's Top 20 Events! This family affair features exceptional arts & crafts by some of the finest artisans, as well as entertainment. Includes traditional & ethnic foods. (228)875-4424 Throughout the downtown area (2440) November 15 - 16 - The Festival of Trees, Vicksburg - Tuxes' n Trees, Reindeer Roundup, breakfast with Santa, Santa Village, plus live entertainment throughout the festival on Rockin' around the Christmas Tree Stage. (866)822-6338 (2441) November 20 - December 31 - Southern Lights, Southaven - Drive through more than a mile of lighted exhibits at Central Park. Proceeds benefit local charities. (662)890-7275 Central Park (2442) November 27 - December 31 - 2008 Christmas in the Park, Tylertown - The biggest community event of its kind in the area, Tylertown's Christmas in the Park is a colorful Christmas display of millions of lights staged at Holmes Water Park. Over 32,000 visitors enjoy the display each year -the park is open seven days a week from 6:00pm to 8:30pm from Thanksgiving Day through New Years Eve. (601)876-2680 Holmes Water Park (2443) November 28 - December 23 - Victorian Christmas Festival, Canton - Take a ride on an old-fashioned carousel, miniature train or fire truck, horse and buggy, or enjoy over 125 life-size moving figures in the animation museum. Delight in hundred of thousands of twinkling white lights, and experience your holiday surrounded by 1800's Victoriana. (800) 844-3369 Canton Historic Square (2444) December 1 - 31 - Christmas on Deer Creek 2008, Leland - pening ceremonies begin with a musical program, then Santa arrives by water-propelled sleigh to officially light the trees and numerous floats on first Saturday in December. Each will be permanently anchored along Deer Creek throughout the month. (888)651-6323 Broad Street Bridge (2445) December 8 - Hernando Christmas Parade, Hernando - The parade will feature more than 100 entries with floats, cars, marching bands, horses, fire trucks and Santa. This festive favorite offers lots of fun for the whole family. (662)429-9055 (2446) December 13 - Horn Lake Christmas Parade, Horn Lake - This Parade begins at 7 PM draws spectators from miles around. Lots of bands and floats to add to the holiday season. (662)393-9897 (2447) |