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"CARNIVAL ON THE COAST" MARDI GRAS - MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST STYLE!

"Carnival on the Coast" is an exciting season for the young to the old, locals, & visitors! Elaborately decorated floats throw "treasures" (trinkets like beads, stuffed animals, logoed cups, doubloons, food items called "Moon Pies" and more) to eager bystanders! "Throw Me Something Mister" is a familiar phrase yelled out by on lookers to the carnival "Krewes" on the floats as they pass by hoping to "scoop" up some of these exciting items! On the Mississippi Gulf Coast, there are 23 parades, with Harrison County holding 14 of the Mardi Gras celebrations - the MOST on the Gulf Coast; Jackson County hosts 4 parades & Hancock County 5 parades. The Mardi Gras Season attracts over 450,000 people every year and continues to grow in popularity. Harrison County parades held in Pass Christian, Long Beach, Gulfport, & Biloxi - Mississippi.

In 1908, the Gulf Coast Carnival Association was the first Krewe to parade on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with 17 floats. Today there are 23 parades, a long way from one parade with 17 floats, with each parade having 20 or more floats! In 2005, Hurricane Katrina slowed the celebration, but did not stop the carnival season. The party continued even under adverse conditions with each city holding smaller versions of their parades. With the addition of two new parades in 2009, and in 2011 the Long Beach Carnival Association Parade making its debut as an evening parade, the coast continues "Carnival on the Coast" with the party getting bigger & better every year!

**Awarded American Bus Association (ABA) Top 100 Events 2003!
**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Winter Event 2010 & 2011!

Upcoming Mardi Gras Dates:

• 2012 - February 21
• 2013 - February 12
• 2014 - March 4
• 2015 - February 17
• 2016 - February 9
• 2017 - February 28
• 2018 - February 13
• 2019 - March 5
• 2020 - February 25
• 2021 - February 16

Mardi Gras Trivia: The March 9th and February 3rd dates are extra special, because those dates only occur once in a lifetime, each occurring roughly once every 100-150 years. The next date of March 9 is the year 2038. The closest many of us will see the Holiday to that date, in our lifetime, was 2000, and will hopefully again in 2011, when Mardi Gras will occur on March 8th. On the other end of the spectrum, Very few of us will see the next February 3 date, which is 2285! February 5th was the earliest this century, which occurred in 2008, the next one that early will be in 2160!

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MISSISSIPPI SURGE HOCKEY LIVE!

 4 for $60 - A Great Family/Friends Deal!
On select dates, you can get all of the following for just $60!
• 4 Game Tickets
• 4 Hot Dogs
• 4 Sodas
• 1 Large Popcorn
Valid ONLY on the following days:
• February 10, 17, 18, 25
• March 16, 17, 24
*Tickets in blue or silver sections only.
Available at box office, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800) 745-3000.

Live professional hockey on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Come and experience the excitement of the Mississippi Surge Hockey team as they take on the tough competition!

• February 2, 10, 12, 17, 18, 25, 26
• March 8, 13, 16, 17, 24

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SAIL ABOARD THE BILOXI SCHOONER!

$5 OFF 2.5 Hour Walk-on Sail Admission!
Must present coupon with purchase.
Not valid with any other offer or discount.

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22nd ANNUAL ORANGE GROVE CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 4

Family oriented parade which begins at Harrison Central 9^th Grade, precedes North to Dedeaux Road, then West to Highway 49 to Ashley Drive!  Plenty of throws...and lots of FUN!

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37th ANNUAL OCEAN SPRINGS – ELKS MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 4

Traditionally Mississippi’s first parade of the season! Parade rolls through downtown Ocean Springs. Parade begins on East Beach by the site of the former Ocean Springs Yacht Club, continues through downtown Ocean Springs, and finishes at the Ocean Springs High School. Theme this year - "Let's Go Medieval!"

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4th ANNUAL KREWE OF LITTLE RASCALS CHILDREN MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 4

Children parade with bikes, wagons, shopping carts, walking, skate, or just about anything NON-motorized around the park. Awards given for the best costume and float contest! Sponsored by City of Pascagoula! 

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9th ANNUAL LIZANA MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 5

Join us for the “funniest” parade in town – started with just 15 floats and now offers over 30 floats full of fun, goodies, & throws! This parade is a family oriented parade! Route: Parade begins @ Lizana Elementary School at 15341 Lizana School Road, continues to Cable Bridge Road, North to Moran Road and finishes back at the school!

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14th ANNUAL GULF COAST WINTER CLASSICS HORSESHOW

February 8 - March 18

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED TO START FEBRUARY 1!

A six-week United States Equestrian Foundation AA Rated Hunter-Jumper event highlighting some the sport’s finest equine athletes from across the nation! With approximately 1000 horses exhibiting and 12,000 spectators, this is the largest hunter/jumper show on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

Spectators attend free of charge with competitions running Wednesday through Sunday of each week. The horse show itself has three all-weather rings close to each other for exceptional viewing, a large beautiful grass field, and a covered arena with bleachers! Visitors are right in the middle of everything that is going on! Watching these graceful “beauties” compete is an experience! 

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Winter Event 2010!
*Received special recognition from United States Hunter Jumper Assn (USHJA) with a Members Choice Award!

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BILOXI BLUES FESTIVAL - VALENTINE'S BLUES SHOW

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BILOXI BOAT & RV SHOW

February 10-12

Huge show featuring over 100 exhibitors featuring all types of boats & recreational vehicles to enjoy! Walk through fabulous RVs or step aboard the boats on show! In addition to fishing boats, RVs, yachts, related accessories, equipment, activities for children and more!  Hosted by Gulf Coast Shows!

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17th ANNUAL TIMBER RIDGE WOMAN’S MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 11

Decorated golf carts, bicycles, ATV’s & people…parade throughout the streets of Timber Ridge subdivision!

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22nd ANNUAL MYSTIC KREWE OF PINE ISLAND MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 11

Family friendly parade with lots of throws and family FUN!  Join in on the FUN...and catch lots of "goodies!"  Parade line up begins @ Johns' Bayou Road @ 12 Noon beginning with a tail gating party! 

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23rd ANNUAL GAUTIER MEN'S CLUB MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 11

Family Fun For ALL! This night parade is one of the best…come see for yourself!  Parade begins @ MS Gulf Coast Community College - Jackson County Campus on Highway 90 proceeds to Singing River Mall then ending back at college!

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28th ANNUAL BAY ST. LOUIS KREWE OF KIDS' MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 11

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY POSTED FEBRUARY 12!

Children parade with bikes, wagons, shopping carts, walking, or just about anything NON-motorized down Dunbar Avenue to Highway 90 & back!

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41st ANNUAL CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION OF LONG BEACH MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 11

Family friendly local Mardi Gras parade featuring lots of floats, throws and FUN! Great family FUN and a NIGHT parade!

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SECOND LINERS MARDI GRAS CLUB PARADE

February 11

Come enjoy the family fun atmosphere! The parade route starts at Nichols Elementary School, & ends at DC Bush Park on Esters Blvd, where the club sponsors a Mardi Gras Block Party with food & fun!

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45th ANNUAL KREWE OF NEREIDS MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 12 

PLEASE NOTE PARADE ROUTE CHANGE!

The parade route begins at the intersection of Drinkwater & Highway 90 in Bay St. Louis  (in front of the Bay St. Louis Governmental Annex Bldg) then rolls west ending at Auderder Street & Highway 90 in Waveland (disbanding in front of West End Restaurant)!  **The parade will travel WEST bound towards Waveland in the EAST bound lane - one straight route - from the Bay to Waveland!  GREAT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

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4th ANNUAL OCEAN SPRINGS CARNIVAL ASSN MARDI GRAS NIGHT PARADE!

February 17

Parade begins @ the intersection of Ward Avenue & Government Street, rolls east on Government Street to Magnolia Street, South to Porter Avenue, West to Washington Avenue, North to Government & back to Ward Avenue! Hosted by the Ocean Springs Carnival Association!

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2nd ANNUAL MARDI PARDI ECO ADVENTURE RACE TRIATHLON 2012!

February 18

PLEASE NOTE CHANGES HAVE BEEN MADE TO THE RACE!

Get ready to run, paddle, bike, and let the good times roll with an Eco Adventure Triathlon Race! The 5K run, 2-mile kayak paddle and 12-mile bike ride promotes Gulf Coast eco-awareness while highlighting the area's unique Mardi Gras culture. Participants can opt to run the 5K run only. Proceeds benefit the Live Oak Alliance of Mississippi (LOAM), a nonprofit environmental group to foster economic prosperity and enhance the area's quality of life by coordinating community-wide green programs.

For more information and to register online, visit www.MardiPardiAdventure.org

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42nd ANNUAL KREWE OF GEMINI MARDI GRAS DAY PARADE

February 18 

Parade route through downtown Gulfport! Parade starts at 19^th Street and goes towards Highway 49, continues pass Hancock Bank & throughout downtown Gulfport!

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4th ANNUAL KREWE OF LEGACY MARDI GRAS PARADE!

February 18

Floats, horse & buggies, golf carts, antique cars & more parade throughout a 5-mile circular route North of Interstate 10! The parade starts & ends @ Neco’s Market Place @ the intersection of Vidalia & Cable Bridge Road (Exit 24) – Exit North on Firetower Road to Vidalia Road, then east on Vidalia Road to Cable Bridge Road!

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CLASSIC ARMS PRODUCTIONS - BILOXI GUN & KNIFE SHOW

February 18-19

Buy-Sell-Trade-Browse!  Hundreds of displays & vendors featuring New and Old Guns, Ammo, Gun Parts, Reloading Supplies, Books, Knives, Coins, Camouflage and related items at discount prices!

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JACKSON COUNTY CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 18

Family Fun for everyone! Parade begins at Pascagoula & Ingall Avenue to Market Street, continues north to Jackson Avenue then south returning to start! Lots of throws and family oriented parade!

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KREWE OF DIAMONDHEAD MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 18

Approximately 30 units with mostly elaborately decorated golf carts unload beads, stuffed animals, candy and other Carnival treats to scores of outstretched hands! Parade begins at the Community Center and winds its way towards the Country Club!

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24th ANNUAL NORTH BAY ASSOCIATION MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 19

North Bay Carnival Association Mardi Gras parade features approximately 70-units and stretches from LeMoyne Boulevard in St. Martin all the way to Central Avenue in D'Iberville with parade goers waiting for all the "goodies" to catch thrown from all the floats!

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82nd ANNUAL PASS CHRISTIAN MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 19

2012 Theme:  Mayan Calendar 2012!  Grand Marshall:  Mayor Gonzo Mays, Honorary Mayor, Key West Florida, and Pass Christian native - Sammie Kern Mays!  Parade starts at the corner of Davis Avenue and Second Street, proceeds to Scenic Drive turns west to Henderson Avenue, North to St. Louis, east to Church Street, south to Second Street, east on Second to Davis Avenue! Some consider this parade to be the "Best" of Mardi Gras! Don't miss this exciting event!  Hosted by the St. Paul Carnival Association!

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14th ANNUAL BILOXI CHILDREN’S MARDI GRAS WALKING PARADE

February 20 

Children's parade with wagons, strollers, and bikes all decorated in the Mardi Gras tradition!  Parade begins at the corner of Lameuse & MLK Blvd, continues south on Lameuse, and ends at the Biloxi Town Green. Participants need to arrive in the Saenger Parking Lot to sign in between 10am and 10:30am.  Sponsored by the City of Biloxi!

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42nd ANNUAL KREWE OF GEMINI MARDI GRAS NIGHT PARADE

February 21

See all of the wonderful sights of Mardi Gras during this unique night parade - complete with colorful costumes, floats, and other interesting Mardi Gras themed items!  Over 60 floats participate - meaning Fun for the whole family!

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5th ANNUAL KREWE OF DIAMONDS MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 21 

The Krewe of Diamonds parades through downtown Bay St. Louis. It's the Gulf Coast only predominantly African-American Krewe and this parade is one of the Bay’s BEST- attended by locals & visitors alike! This parade originally was the Krewe of Real People! Parade route is down Main Street, turns on to 2^nd Street on to Union Street continuing to Blaize Avenue in front of the Historic Depot!

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GULF COAST CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 21

Gulf Coast Carnival Association traces its roots back to 1908 as Biloxi's first Mardi Gras parade, which included 17 floats, 150 flambeau carriers, the new 12-piece Herald Newspaper Band, a grand marshal, the mayor and the councilmen. Today the Carnival Association continues the tradition begun over 103 years ago, with King D’Iberville and Queen Ixolib reigning over the largest Mardi Gras parade on the MS Gulf Coast with over 100 units!

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KREWE OF NEPTUNE MARDI GRAS PARADE

February 21

Join the Krewe of Neptune for Mardi Gras biggest party featuring large Double Decker floats from New Orleans, Marching Bands, and other Marching clubs parading through beautiful and historic downtown Biloxi!

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5th ANNUAL "AN EVENING IN PINK" WINE & FOOD TASTING

February 25

PLEASE NOTE CHANGES! ADVANCED RESERVATIONS REQUIRED & TIME CHANGE!

Join in on an awesome evening featuring wine & food tastings, live & silent auction, live fashion show, music & FUN! Proceeds benefit the Pink Heart Funds! A Non-profit organization providing wigs & prostheses FREE for women & children with cancer.  Don't miss this wonderful evening having FUN and helping a worthy cause!

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6th ANNUAL BBQ THROWDOWN & FESTIVAL

February 25

Annual BBQ chicken, ribs & brisket cook-off with teams competing for over $5000 in cash & prizes! The event continues to grow yearly with the addition of a YOUTH BBQ cook-off...bring the kids...they can win cash & prizes as well! Live entertainment all day, arts & crafts, face painting, children's activities & games, clowns, Pulled Pork Taste Tent, & of course...Barbeque! Join us for this family fun event! Sponsored by the City of D'Iberville & D'Iberville Gateway Group! 

For vendor information contact Desiree Marquez (228) 257-9734
Barbie Cutrer @ (228) 669-1550 or Patty Ewing @ (228) 392-9734

**Sanctioned by the International BBQ Cookers Association (IBCA)!
**Awarded (STS) Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Winter Event 2012!

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GULF COAST GARDEN & PATIO SHOW

March 2-4

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MONSTER JAM MONSTER TRUCK RACING!

March 2-3 

Witness the ultimate monster trucks in car crushing, freewheeling, death defying freestyle action motocross! Each monster truck is over 11 feet tall and 12 feet wide and can jump over 14 cars side by side and 25 feet high in the air! The original, the biggest, the best - Monster Jam - it's the ultimate in destruction! Don't miss this spectacular family show!

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3rd ANNUAL BATTLE ON THE BAYOU

March 3

Calling all eco-tourism lovers, novice, & experienced kayakers! If you enjoy the outdoors, then come and compete in a challenge that includes FUN for various skill and age levels! Enjoy paddling your kayak (*or ours) through a 9.5-mile nature lover's paradise - Old Fort Bayou Blueway with fun as the primary focus. Admission includes course map, event t-shirt, stainless steel water bottle and a good time!  *Kayaks available on limited basis!  Sponsored by South Coast Paddling Company and South Coast Kayak Club!  Don't miss out on this exciting event!

Click here to register on line!

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25th ANNUAL HOME SHOW

March 10-11

Exhibitors’ displays include home design, new construction, remodeling, interior decorating, kitchens, baths, appliances, lighting, flooring, exterior decorating, cooking, security and more! Many exhibitors hold in-booth demonstrations and give away door prizes throughout the weekend! Hosted by the Home Builders Association Mississippi Coast!

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INAUGURAL GAUTIER ANTIQUE FAIR

March 11

Event featuring vendors offering a wide range of antiques, including furniture, artwork, pottery, jewelry, food & more! In addition, the producers of the hit TV show "American Pickers" is creating a NEW SHOW for the History Channel and will be filming LIVE! Don't miss this exceptional event and the chance to be a part of this exciting new show! Sponsored by the City of Gautier!

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LONG BEACH LIVE!

March 15

Join in on one of Long Beach's largest outdoor family, friendly event featuring food and live music!

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TNA WRESTLING: TNA LIVE!

March 15

The superstars of Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling's "TNA IMPACT" on Spike TV - invade!
• JEFF HARDY- "The Charismatic Enigma"
• JAMES STORM - "The Cowboy"• BEER MONEY, INC. - TNA Tag Team
• BOBBY ROODE - Current TNA World Heavyweight Champion
• GAIL KIM - Current Knockouts Champion
And MORE!

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32nd ANNUAL "GULF COAST ROD RUN"

March 16-18

Huge car & truck show featuring hundreds of Pre-80's cars, trucks, & motorcycles!  Vendors, food, and FUN!  Family fun for all - Held Rain or Shine!  Hosted by the Singing River Street Rod Association!

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35th ANNUAL COASTCON

March 16-18

Sci-fi fans converge for a weekend of fun! Highlights include charity auction, costume contest, Saturday night dance, vendors and more! Watch for interesting & eclectic special guests – you’ll never know who you’ll see!

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"GRILLIN' & GREEN" ON THE MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST!

"Grillin & GREEN" on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is a weekend FILLED with events - parades, festivals, & FUN!

St. Patrick's Day Parades offer visitors "throws or prizes" from elaborately decorated floats! The parades include more than 50 units with marchers, antique cars, floats, bagpipes and more! Spectators come from far away to catch the unique "prizes" thrown from the many colorful units - green beads, doubloons, wooden nickels, mini green beer steins, cabbages, potatoes, and even onions (almost everything needed to make an "Irish Stew) are just a few of the delightful "goodies" thrown! The parades have been around for decades & draw thousands of locals & visitors!

"Grillin' on the Green" is a daylong festival featuring a grilling competition, food, 100's of arts & crafts vendors, live entertainment, & children's activities! This event continues to grow in popularity with over 7,000 in attendance. Events held throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast!  **Awarded Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Winter Event 2010!

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16th ANNUAL PARADE OF HOMES!

March 17-18

Builders from coast to coast are prepared to show their best. This year's Parade route is lined with the latest in style and design, building products and special features!  Sponsored by the Home Builders Association Mississippi Coast!

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34th ANNUAL BILOXI ST. PATRICK’S PARADE & 5K RUN

March 17

Parade featuring bands, military units, flag bearers, bagpipers, leprechauns, a horse-drawn carriage with the parade’s Grand Marshal and Colleen, and colorful floats tossing Irish trinkets, green beads and doubloons!  Irish Derby/5K Run held in conjunction with the parade! Presented by the Hibernia Marching Society & The Gulf Coast Running Club!

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48th ANNUAL WAVELAND ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

March 17

St. Patrick’s Day parade with folks on floats throwing “goodies,” as well as cabbage, potatoes, and carrots for a grand Irish stew to visitors & locals! Family fun for all! Hosted by the Waveland Civic Association!

Parade begins near the city park at the corner of Central and Waveland Avenues. The parade will travel east on Central to Coleman Avenue, turn down Coleman Avenue to the beach, and then travel west on the beach back to Waveland Avenue.

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6th ANNUAL GRILLIN' ON THE GREEN!

March 17

Go green & celebrate at this family fun event featuring a BBQ competition, arts & crafts vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities and more! $5 armband allows children to play on inflatables all day!  Family Fun, entertainment - Come Grill & Chill on the green! Sponsored by Main Street Biloxi! All proceeds benefit the historic Bond-Grant House!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Winter Event 2010, 2011 & 2012!

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PASS ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE!

March 17

Join in on the FUN as the "Krewe of Blarney" hosts their "Halfast Walking" parade with lots of "green" throws & more!

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27th ANNUAL SHENANIGAN’S ST. PATRICKS PARADE - GULFPORT

March 18

The popular tourist event and local favorite, celebrates the Irish heritage of so many of us on the MS Gulf Coast, as well as the many blessings we enjoy: faith, family and friends! The parade includes more than 50 units, with marchers, antique cars, floats, bagpipes and more. Spectators come from as far away as 100 miles, to catch the unique "prizes" thrown from the many colorful units... wooden nickels, beads, mini green beer steins, cabbages, potatoes and onions! The parade's official mascot is "Mr. Finnigan", and he is joined each year by a Grand Marshall and a Colleen, selected by the Quota Club!

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MISSISSIPPI GULF RESORT CLASSIC CHAMPIONS TOUR

March 19-25

The Professional Golf Association (PGA) Champions Tour features top golfers - several favorites expected to return are Hale Irwin, Fred Funk, Bernhard Langer, and Tom Kite!  Come out & watch the "Champs!" 

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16th ANNUAL HURLEY OLD FASHION DAY

March 24

FUNdraising down-home festival featuring tons of vendors offering food, arts & crafts, wide selection of live music, antique cars, children's & adult activities and much more!  This is a FUN FAMILY event....join us and have a blast!  Proceeds benefit East Central Seniors College Scholarships!  Sponsored by the East Central Civic Association!

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17th ANNUAL VW CAR SHOW

March 24 

Over 90 VW’s from six states participate in this fun, family event - Held Rain or Shine!  Watch for “Herbie” to show up! This “loveable” bug has been known to attend this show! Food, fun and family entertainment! All proceeds benefit a needy charitable organization!  Hosted by the MS Gulf Coast VW Club! 

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19th ANNUAL HERB & GARDEN FEST

March 24 

Huge event displaying the finest plants and herbs for gardening, landscape design, garden art and more, along with good food, fun lectures, and music!

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60th MS GULF COAST SPRING PILGRIMAGE “DIAMOND JUBILEE – 60 YEARS OF PILGRIMAGES”

March 24 - April 1

The eight-day event features beautiful homes, gardens, and historic locations! The event features approximately 40 elegant homes, gardens, and historic landmarks along the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Moss Point to Bay St. Louis! The Diamond Jubilee Spring Pilgrimage officially opens at 9am, Saturday, March 24, with a ceremony and refreshments at the Moss Point Presbyterian Church, 3707 Dantzler Street, Moss Point. The closing ceremony at 3:30-5:30pm at the Jensen Residence, "Many Oaks", 315 Front Beach Drive, Ocean Springs on Sunday, April 1.
• Saturday includes visits to three homes and a church in Moss Point, Pascagoula, and Gautier.
• Sunday visit two homes as well as the historic Gulf Hills Hotel in Ocean Springs.
• Monday in Gulfport, visitors may tour two homes and a church in the morning and one home in the afternoon. The afternoon tour includes four homes in Florence Gardens.
• Tuesday tour continues to Bay St. Louis locations: the Hancock County Library, Annunciation Catholic Church and the Trent Favre home in nearby Kiln and the 100 Men Hall. The afternoon includes Long Beach's Town Green, City Hall, and four unique homes!
• Wednesday visitors tour four homes in Diamondhead, followed by a luncheon and fashion show at the Diamondhead Country Club. After the luncheon, visitors can view the Community Church and Maluhea Gardens.
• Thursday the tour continues to Biloxi with two Biloxi homes in the morning and the afternoon features three historic homes.
• Friday is a special day featuring "Gems of the Coast" with all normal entrance fees for the following attractions waived for the Pilgrimage. Destinations include the Audubon Center in Moss Point, the Train Depot and M&M Bank's Gazebo and Garden in Pascagoula, the Walter Anderson Museum and Marble Springs in Ocean Springs, the Lighthouse and Visitor Center in Biloxi, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport and the Nature Walk at Florence Gardens, the Friendship Oak on the USM Campus in Long Beach, and the County Courthouse in Bay St. Louis.
• Saturday brings visitors to Pass Christian where they will visit three homes and Pineville Presbyterian Church as well as Oak Crest Mansion Inn later in the afternoon where refreshments provided. Visitors will also be able to attend Art in the Pass, an annual juried art show in War Memorial Park.
• Sunday tour features the closing ceremony followed by a tour of three homes in Ocean Springs.

Don't miss the exceptional tour of the finest homes & gardens along the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Hosted by Gulf Coast Council of Garden Clubs!

**Awarded American Bus Association (ABA) Top 100 Events 2004!
**As Mentioned on Top Events USA 2011!

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GREATER BILOXI SPRING COIN SHOW

March 24/25

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED MARCH 17-18!

If you are a coin collector or dealer…this is the show for you! Find that one of a kind, rare, must have coin…their all here for buying, selling or just viewing!

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15th ANNUAL ART IN THE PASS

March 31-April 1

PLEASE NOTE NEW EVENT CONTACT & NUMBERS!

Two-day outdoor fine arts festival that celebrates and promotes fine arts in the community! Over 75 artists from seven states display and sell their work to the public, children activities, food, a silent auction and live entertainment!  Don't miss out this outstanding event that continues to grow yearly!  Proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Dot Hector Memorial Art Scholarship and other art related programs! 

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Spring 2011 Event!

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WHAD'YA KNOW WITH MICHAEL FELDMAN!

March 31

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!  CLICK HERE TO ORDER!  Or Order By Calling Toll Free Number!

An engaging two-hour LIVE BROADCAST comedy/quiz/interview show! Host Michael Feldman amuses, informs, and entertains with comic monologues; interviews with renowned achievers, authors, musicians and everyday folks; and a fast-paced general knowledge quiz all interspersed with live jazz, a local band, and outrageous banter!  Contestants are called to answer questions drawn from his seemingly limitless store of insignificant (but also somehow, important) information!  Prizes awarded for the "Quiz" portion!  Don't miss being part of this LIVE BROADCAST show!

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4th ANNUAL SOUTHERN MISS JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL

April 7

Join us for a day of fun filled with live entertainment featuring Jazz, Blues, Funky Blues-Rock Style music, arts & crafts, food vendors, & prize-winning games for children!  Sponsored by the Southern Miss Gulf Coast Student Government Association!

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MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST SENIOR GAMES

April 11-14

Calling all "youngsters - Adults age 50 & over" - Come out and enjoy a day of FUN & recreation! Mississippi Gulf Coast Senior Games is a recreational competition offering basketball, bowling, golf, horseshoes, 5K Run, cycling, swimming, shuffleboard, track & field, volleyball, tennis, ballroom dance competition and other events! Even if you don't want to compete - come on out for a day of FUN! More than 350 athletes from across the Southeast and as far away as the West Coast participate in the games! You will have a ball!

Call or email for complete details! For more information contact Lucy Bickham @ (228) 896-5683 or email @ MGCSG@aol.com

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5th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BIKE FEST

April 13-15

Join in the fun - a motorcycle festival for all bike enthusiasts! All brands of motorcycles welcome, whether it is a Harley Davidson, Yamaha, Suzuki, Triumph or any other type of bike - all enthusiasts are welcome regardless if they ride a bike or not!  The event hub will be located on Highway 90, between the Alabama & Louisiana state lines!  Each city will host a designated area for vendors, entertainment and more!  Live entertainment throughout the week, charity motorcycle runs and more!  Over 25,000 motorcycles converge on the coast!  Proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation! 

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10th ANNUAL PASCAGOULA RIVER NATURE FESTIVAL

April 14-21

Festival features educational events, eco-tours that highlight the natural resources, bird migrations & river critters in over 170,000 acres of natural lands in the Pascagoula River - the last free-flowing river in the contiguous United States!  In addition, don't forget to participate in the River City Bridge Run and Triathlon!  "A celebration of the wonders of nature in the last free-flowing river in the contiguous United States."  Click here for complete events throughout the week!

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BLOOD & SAND XI

April 14

Grab a seat ringside and enjoy the blow-by-blow action as fighters compete for the title & prize money! Hosted by Fight Force International!

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SEABEE DAY 2012!

April 14

Seabee Day is a celebration of the U.S. Navy Seabee and the presence of the Navy on the Gulf Coast for more than 70 years! The event features a 5K run, a festive atmosphere, a car, truck and motorcycle show, musical guests, games, fun, food, carnival rides, lots for kids activities, vendors and more! Visitors must enter through the Pass Road Gate! Come out to Seabee Day and see what the "Buzz" is all about!

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BILOXI GOLF & BLUES EXPERIENCE 2012!

April 15-21

A weeklong event with celebrity host Chuck Jackson which includes four rounds of championship golf and five nights of blues music! Reservations Required - Spaces Limited!  Presented by WaggleTravel.com!

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20th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI COAST COLISEUM CRAWFISH FESTIVAL

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33rd ANNUAL SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY MUSTANG CAR SHOW!

April 21-22

FUNdraising huge car show featuring all types of "pony" cars - Shelby GT's to Cobra's, music, food and more! Top 50 awards and dash plaques for the first 100 entrants! Judging begins @ noon Sunday!  Proceeds benefit different charities!  Hosted by The Mississippi Coast Mustang Club!

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36th ANNUAL PASS CHRISTIAN BLESSING OF THE FLEET

April 21-22

NOW TWO DAY EVENT! Historically significant event before shrimp season features vessels colorfully decorated as they take their turn to receive a blessing in anticipation of a bountiful year. Event features a kids fishing rodeo, music, antique car show, fabulous seafood and so much more! Come watch as many boats - pleasure crafts to commercial shrimp boats - decorate and parade in front of the Pass Christian Harbor!

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8th ANNUAL ROCKIN’ THE GLOBE - "GETTIN' DOWN IN GREECE"

April 21

Annual "AWARD WINNING" themed event, which features over 122 restaurants & bars, auction items, live music, and ends with fireworks!  Proceeds benefit St. Stanislaus College!

Rockin' the Globe goes to GREECE!  Step into the Mediterranean as the entire scenery transforms into Greece with decorations by the Krewe of Bacchus! Enjoy participating in several contests including best look alike of "Momma Mia" & best costume for "Greek God" with winners awarded the coveted "Greek Medal!" Watch as Greek dancers perform and give dance instructions, along with Greek cooking demonstrations, a must do..."Bobbing for Olives", Gyro contest, speak with the "Oracle" - (a person considered to be a source of wise counsel or prophetic opinion, predictions or precognition of the future, inspired by the gods - so check him out...possibly get your prediction), dance the evening away to live music featuring some of the hottest bands, and of course...EAT - serving authentic Greek food, pastries and more! Then there is Ouzo tasting, breaking plate area...too much to mention! Toga attire encouraged - Come take a trip to Greece for an unforgettable evening!  Bands performing....The Swag, Roscoe Bandana, Five Finger Discount, and Bag of Donuts! You don't want to miss this event!  A MUST DO EVENT!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Event - Spring 2010 & 2011!

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9th ANNUAL SMOKIN' THE SOUND & SMOKIN THE LAKE!

Smokin' The Sound (April 26-29) & Smokin the Lake (May 4-6)

Spectacular parties, great local entertainment, and the Biggest, Loudest, & Fastest Race Boats converging on the Mississippi Sound & Gulfport Lake! Held Two Weekends!

Smokin' the Lake features over 60 boats racing in seven categories while Smokin' the Sound features over 30 race boats clocking speeds of over 150 mph in 13 categories! Smokin' the Sound is the first race of the year for the Offshore Super Series Powerboat Racing Association. In addition, enjoy an awesome air show of helicopters hovering as close as 25 feet from the boats & the action!

No binoculars needed! You can see all of the excitement up-close by going to any of the premium or VIP viewing areas. Premium viewing areas have an awesome panoramic view of the Mississippi Sound 8-mile racecourse and Gulfport Lake along with restrooms, official merchandise vendors, varying entertainment, food, and beverage offerings. So hold on to your seat and watch all the excitement up-close as the Mississippi Gulf Coast "smokes up the water!" Don't miss these exciting weekend events! There is even a "Smokin The Sound Poker Run!"

Visit our website for additional details: http://www.smokinthesound.com
• Smokin' the Sound April 26-29
• Smokin' the Lake May 4-6

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 2010 Spring Event!

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1699 LANDING OF D’IBERVILLE REENACTMENT

April 28

Join the excitement as Ocean Springs celebrates the arrival of its founders with a live reenactment of the establishment of the first French colony on the Coast dating back to 1699! Brothers Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville and Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville arrive on Front Beach along with natives and other characters in full regalia as part of the 1699 Historical Society's Landing of d'Iberville. Don't miss this awesome part of history - come to life!

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26th ANNUAL GORENFLO’S COBIA SHOOT OUT

April 28

Sports anglers from across the nation converge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for participation in a one day event that net the winners cash prizes!

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3rd ANNUAL 1699 LANDING OF D'IBERVILLE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

April 28

Over 150 arts & craft vendors, food, music, 5K run, children & pet parade & more!
• 8:30am -- Race to Discovery -- 5K run/walk and ½-mile kid's fun-run @ Fort Maurepas Park, Front Beach
• 9am - Children's Pet Parade @ Little Children's Park, Washington Avenue
• 9am-5pm - 1699 Arts and Crafts Festival - Downtown Ocean Springs
• 12 Noon - Discovery Regatta - Ocean Springs Yacht Club, Front Beach

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OCEAN SPRINGS OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

April 28

Come out for an evening of entertainment featuring performances by local musicians throughout the state!  Held in conjunction with 1699 Landing of D'Iberville events!

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26th ANNUAL GORENFLO'S COBIA TOURNAMENT

May 4-6
Fishing tournament with sports anglers converging on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for cash prizes! The tournament provides anglers an excellent payout, in addition to a great fishing experience and loads of FUN in the Sun! "Come down for Cobia"...grab a pole and let's go fishing!

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13th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST KITE FESTIVAL

May 5

Children’s games, kite making, entertainment, sand castle making and food! Family fun for everyone! Come out and bring your kite!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Spring Event 2008 & 2012!

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6th ANNUAL MAYFEST

May 5

Food, Music & Art Festival - Bands perform, kids activities, art demonstrations, arts & craft vendors, and food from around the world!  Family friendly event - Come enjoy great food, awesome arts, and magical music - all day long!

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34th ANNUAL PASS CHRISTIAN TOUR OF HOMES!

May  6 

The Pass Christian Historical Society invites you to tour some of the Gulf Coast's most stunning homes -- and meet the architects who designed them!  Check back for complete details!

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4th ANNUAL TASTE OF OCEAN SPRINGS FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL

May 10 

Large tents encompass white tables filled with “tastes” from more than 20 area restaurants and bars! The menu includes white chocolate bread pudding, seafood gumbo, quesadillas, and many more restaurant favorites! Come gather underneath the live oaks; enjoy light music and exceptional “tastes!”

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3rd ANNUAL LIVE OAK ARTS FESTIVAL

May 12

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED MARCH 24!

Event featuring a full day of activities including fine art, food, live entertainment throughout the day & into the evening, children's activities and more!  Family Fun for All!

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5th ANNUAL SAVING OUR SISTERS SUMMIT

May 12

Sister-to-Sister, Heart-to-Heart Talks about the Realities of Life, Workshops, Entertainment, Fun, and a Day of Inspiration! Girls & Women Ages 10+!  Sponsored by WJZD 94.5 Radio!

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2nd ANNUAL GULFPORT MUSIC FESTIVAL

May 18-20

Huge weekend music festival featuring headliner entertainment, food booths, and more!  Check website for details!

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INTERNATIONAL SPRING FESTIVAL

May 18-20

Ethnic foods and entertainment, seafood, turtle races, plant booth, arts and crafts, used book sale, children's games, carnival rides, silent auction, giant yard sale, Gumbo Tasting (all you can eat only $5), a $2000 raffle & $10,000 draw down...and a huge car show!  WOW...what more can you ask for...come for the FUN!  Sponsored by Our Lady of Fatima Parish!

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17th ANNUAL BILLY CREEL MEMORIAL GULF COAST WOODEN BOAT SHOW

May 19-20

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY POSTED MAY 26-27!

Join us as we applaud historic, antique, classic and contemporary wooden boats at the largest gathering of watercraft on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Wooden Boat Show features exhibits, demonstrations, music, children's activities, good food, contests, prizes & much more!

**Awarded "2003 Southern Travel Treasure" by AAA's magazine, AAA Southern Traveler!

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6th ANNUAL "BAY BRIDGEFEST"

May 19-20

Open air festival featuring live music, food, vendors, 5K run and more! Enjoy "Bay Café" which offers hungry visitors an outstanding selection of Coastal cuisine from many Hancock County area restaurants! Food offerings range from traditional favorites like boiled seafood, BBQ, hamburgers to more creative dishes such as crawfish and meat pies. Participating restaurants hail from all areas of the county, including Lakeshore, Diamondhead, Waveland, and Bay St. Louis! The festival highlights local businesses, talents, and artists celebrating their unique culture & works!  Music, Art, Food & Fun for All Ages!

*8am - 5K Run & Artwalk begins Pass Side of Bay Bridge
*9am - Race results & Run/Walk Celebration at Main Street & Second Street
*10am - Bay Bridgefest in Old Town Begins!

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11th ANNUAL JACKSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S RODEO

May 25-26 (tentative)

Join us for a family FUN event - filled with calf roping, steer wrestling, team roping, breakaway roping and barrel racing for girls, bareback bronco riding, saddle bronco riding, bull riding and trick riding, roping and much more! There will also be “The Gold Rush” for children under 9 years of age! Food, drinks, entertainment - join us for a weekend of exceptional FUN! Proceeds benefit the Jackson County sheriff's reserves and mounted patrol division!

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30th ANNUAL GULFPORT MEMORIAL DAY BLOWOUT

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MS GULF COAST MUSIC, ARTS, CRAFTS & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL – PARTY @ THE POINT!

May 25-27

Huge FUNdraising event featuring THREE days, TWO stages, 19 top national acts performing live and over 100 vendors! Headline entertainment features the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Buddy Guy, Sawyer Brown, and Lonestar! Look for TV stars Trapper Joe & Trigger Tommy Swamp People to be around as well! In addition to a fabulous musical lineup, enjoy food vendors serving up the finest MS Gulf Coast seafood, along with arts & crafts vendors and more! Click here for complete schedule! Proceeds benefit the Mississippi Department of Marine Resourses & The Maritime Seafood Industry rebuilding fund. Presented by Bluewater Productions, Inc!

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ST. CLARE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

May 25-27

Festival features fantastic food of all kinds and of course seafood, rides, live music, crafts, silent auction, raffle and much more! Don't miss this exceptional festival as it returns to the beach! Proceeds benefit St. Clare Catholic Church! 

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12th ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE UNDER THE OAKS

May 26

A beautiful and moving ceremony to honor our fallen comrades, as well as those who continue to protect us! Traditional patriotic music with the ceremony concluding with a spectacular fly-over!  Donations welcomed – Proceeds go towards feeding the Military participating in the event! Please Mail Donations to: VFW Post 2880, PO Box 6192, Diamondhead, MS 39525 – Attn: Donation. Please join us as we honor our military!

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SOUNDS BY THE SEA - AN OUTDOOR CONCERT!

May 26-27

Enjoy an open-air Memorial Day concert featuring patriotic selections, quality music, and fireworks! Bring your picnic baskets, blankets, lounge chairs, and enjoy the music & show - all overlooking the Gulf of Mexico! Don't miss this Memorial Day outdoor tradition!  Presented by the Gulf Coast Symphony!

Two locations - Two Shows @ 6:30pm-9pm Nightly!
• May 26: Harrison County Show - Jones Park, Highway 90, Gulfport
• May 27: Jackson County Show - Beach Park, Pascagoula

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USS MISSISSIPPI COMMISSIONING!

May 28-June 2

The MS Gulf Coast is making history, and you don't want to miss this historic event - the commissioning of the USS Mississippi (SSN 782), the US Navy's newest Virginia Class Submarine!

Construction on the submarine began in February 2007. She is 377 feet long, 34 feet in diameter and billed as the Navy's "next generation" of attack submarines! This is the first nuclear powered vessel commissioned in Gulfport EVER, and the first time a nuclear powered submarine has visited coastal seaports!

The USS Mississippi (SSN 782) will be here to view for 5 days...with the actual commissioning happening June 2! Don't miss this exciting one-in-a-life time event!

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35th ANNUAL ST. PAUL’S SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

May 31-June 3

St. Paul's Seafood Festival is a tradition that has become an annual affair for many. Good food and music draw crowds to the festival year after year. This event is fun for the whole family! The event features arts and crafts, games, children's rides, games, silent auction, rides and of course....FABULOUS FOOD....ESPECIALLY SEAFOOD, local talent performs throughout the festival and much more! Food booths available on Friday & Saturday only!

**Award Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Spring Event 2010!

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AKC DOG SHOW

May 31-June 2

Over 100+ breeds of Singing River Kennel Club & Mobile Kennel Club (AKC) registered dogs compete in many categories!

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12th ANNUAL MARGARITAFEST

June 1 (tentative) 

Kick off the summer with MargaritaFest, a luau-themed party where the Gulf Coast comes together for an evening of music, food, fun... and margaritas! Event features a table-decorating contest, the “Big Kahuna” prize drawing, live music, plenty of margaritas and food! Held rain or shine, the event grows more popular each year with over 2,000 in attendance! Hosted by the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce! Proceeds go toward small business and education grants in Gulfport!

Tickets available @ www.mscoastchamber.com, or at the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce, 11975-E Seaway Road, Gulfport!

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83rd ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE FLEET & FAIS DO-DO

June 2-3 

• Fais Do-Do & Coronation of the Shrimp King & Queen – Saturday, June 2
• Blessing of the Fleet – Sunday, June 3

The Fais Do-Do – a much-loved Biloxi tradition - features continuous live entertainment, hundreds of craft vendors, local artisans, and the best seafood in the entire world! The climax of the festive party is the coronation of the King and Queen!

The celebration continues Sunday with the ceremonial wreath dropping @ 2pm. Boats form in the west end of the Biloxi Channel near the Beau Rivage Casino and then parade east in the Biloxi Channel! Shrimp boats and recreational boats receive blessings for a safe and bountiful season! Join in the FUN as music blares from boat radios, boats parade by and wave to spectators with the attitude - Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!  Hosted by the City of Biloxi, Harrison County, and St. Michael Catholic Church!

*Awarded American Bus Association (ABA) Top 100 Events 1988 & 1993!
*Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Spring Event 2010 & 2012!

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204th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION FOR JEFFERSON DAVIS!

June 3

Come celebrate Jefferson Davis' birthday!  Cake, entertainment, tours, living history displays & more! 

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16th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BILLFISH CLASSIC

June 4-10

Hundreds of anglers converge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for this premier sport fishing event! Vessels ply the billfish-rich waters off the coast to compete for over $1,000,000 in cash & prizes! The weeklong event features nightly dock parties, captains banquet, golf outing and live entertainment for the spectators at the weigh scales Friday and Saturday evenings.

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26th ANNUAL COAST COLISEUM SUMMER FAIR

June 7-17

The Coliseum Summer Fair has tons to offer! A family-friendly, jam packed affordable event, filled with midway rides, FREE live music, shows, contests, and headline entertainment - this event truly offers something for all age groups! Gate admission is FREE Sunday - Thursday and only $5 on Fridays & Saturdays for ages 13 and older, children under 12 free gate admission daily! In addition to family affordable - $20 Pay-One-Price ride admission offered! Pay-one-price ride times: Monday-Friday 5pm-10pm; Saturday & Sunday 1pm-6pm; Sunday, June 19 1pm-9pm! It is the most affordable event of the summer! Gates open @ 5pm Monday-Friday & 1pm Saturday and Sunday! 

Click here for complete schedule of events!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Spring Event 2004, 2008, 2009, 2011!

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PASCAGOULA BLESSING OF THE FLEET

June 9

Decorated recreational and commercial boats of all sizes parade pass the River Park pier to receive a blessing for a bountiful and safe boating and shrimping season. The ceremonial dropping at noon of the Memorial Wreath for all souls lost at sea precedes the parade. There is live entertainment, Kids activities, Art and Crafts and plenty of food and beverages!

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INAUGURAL SOUTH COAST SUMMER FESTIVAL!

June 15-24

PLEASE NOTE ORIGINALLY CALLED OCEAN SPRING KAYAK FESTIVAL! 

The only thing that has changed is the name...still the samy FUN & more!  Enjoy music, dancing, beach bonfire, Family fun and kayak courses, Basic Kayaking (fee), Advanced Safety & Rescue (fee), kayak exploration/adventures, educational activities, demonstrations, vendors, family fun and more!  In addition, the Summer Solstice is June 2 @ 7:09pm!  Sponsored by South Coast Paddling & the City of Ocean Springs! 

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4th ANNUAL RUNNING WITH THE DOGS BOAT POKER RUN!

June 16

FUNdraiser event consisting of filled day stopping at several locations by boat throughout the Gulf Coast - drawing a card from each location! The object is to make the best "Poker Hand!" The event includes a private party, poker run, and all boat types are welcome to enter! Stops include along Back Bay in Gulfport, Biloxi, and Ocean Springs, plus stops along the rivers and a two-card bonus stop at Horn Island. Cash prizes awarded! All participants that register early receive a free t-shirt for the event! Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of South Mississippi! Hosted by The River Bay Poker Run LLC!

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10th ANNUAL SCRAPIN THE COAST

June 22-24

Scrapin The Coast offers it all…Bikini contest, stereo competition, hydraulic contest, hot food, vendors, live music, car & truck show, burnout contest and more! Hundreds of hot rods converge on the coast for a FUN time!  Come enjoy FUN in the SUN!

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28th ANNUAL OUR LADY OF THE GULF “CRAB FESTIVAL”

June 29-July 1

One of the biggest outdoor festivals on the Coast! Loads of arts & crafts booths, great jewelry deals, amazing candles, great clothes and then of course food! This festival features rides and other attractions, as well as cotton candy, live music, and plenty of seafood!

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64th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO

June 29-July 4

Billed as the largest family friendly fishing rodeo in the world, this successful yearly event includes fun for the entire family. The event features fireworks, fishing, fellowship, vendors, and FUN! Contestants fish the Gulf waters for days, competing for cash and prizes in 30 categories of both saltwater and freshwater fish. In previous years, records for tuna, shark and flounder have been broken at the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. The fishing rodeo attracts an average of 50,000 people every year, and even made the cover of Sports Illustrated! Vendor information contact Ricky Johnson @ 323-8389.

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Event 2008, 2010, and 2011!

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6th ANNUAL JULY 4TH COAST WATCHERS CONVOY

July 4

Classic military vehicles parade from Bay St. Louis down Highway 90!  The Mississippi Coast Watchers group shows its pride for the United States and its military with a convoy of classic and current vehicles! The group is named after the original military and civilian volunteers who watched the shores along the Coast for enemy ships and planes during WWII! This is a moving patriotic event!  Come out and show your spirit!

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BILOXI 4th OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY

July 4

Huge annual Fireworks Display over the Mississippi Sound!  Fireworks shot from Deer Island! Hosted by the City of Biloxi!

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WATCH FIREWORKS FROM ABOARD THE BILOXI SHRIMPING TRIP!

July 4

Watch all the festivities aboard the “BEST” seat in town - sailing on the Biloxi Shrimping Trip! Bring food & refreshments! Reservations required - reservations will be held with a credit card, cash or check!

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18th ANNUAL CARL LEGETT MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT

August 3-5 (tentative)

Huge fishing tournament with anglers competing for cash prizes! In addition, bring the kids for the Fourth annual kids fishing tournament, presented by Coastal Conservation Association on Saturday from 8am-10am! Event is free to kids ages 5 to 13 and experienced anglers will be on-site to help the kids. Food, drinks and goodie bags provided for all kids who participate! Saturday afternoon enjoy live music from Barbara and Company and Red Room Arrangement, and hang around for the Fifth Annual Miss Gulf Coast Bikini Contest @ 7:30pm! Festivities conclude on Sunday with the Annual Shrimp Boil & live music from 1pm-5pm! Bring the family for this FUN filled weekend! Hosted by the Home Builders Association of the Mississippi Coast!

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33rd ANNUAL HARRISON COUNTY GEM & MINERAL SHOW

August 10-12

The show features a mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and more! Loads of vendors offering hundreds of items at affordable prices! Hosted by the Harrison County Gem & Mineral Society!

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GORENFLO'S KING MACKEREL TOURNAMENT

August 24-25

Fishing tournament with sports anglers converging on the MS Gulf Coast for the "KING" - King Mackerel that is...and of course for cash prizes! The tournament provides anglers an excellent payout, in addition to a great fishing experience and loads of FUN in the Sun!  A Southern Kingfish Association Tournament!

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9th ANNUAL SHED BBQ SHEDHEAD BLUES FESTIVAL

August 25 (tentative)

Huge blues festival featuring live headline entertainment, fabulous food and FUN! Exceptional lineup of Blues celebrities - perform live! Don't miss this exciting event!  Held Rain or Shine!

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21st ANNUAL OCEAN SPRINGS ART WALK!

September 1 (tentative)

Event features over 70 artists highlighting their talents inside & outside local businesses & galleries, music, food, activities for children, adults and much more!  Painters, sculptors, musicians, and chefs participate in this memorable event!  Bring the family...shop til you drop - while having FUN!

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17th ANNUAL VOLKSLAUF MUD RUN

September 8 (tentative)

COME JOIN THE LARGEST RUNNING EVENT ON THE COAST! Come out and cheer on over 1,000 of the “muddiest” bunch - maneuvering challenging obstacles and lots of mud! A muddy run for a good cause - Proceeds benefit the annual Seabee Ball! Register a team on line!  Support our troops!

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21st ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

September 8

Blues fans flock to this fun filled, rain or shine, festival featuring top-quality music by nationally known Bluesmen! Blues & soul entertainers perform inside and outside with music from all genres, along with great food, arts & crafts and more! 

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event 2004 & 2005!

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2nd ANNUAL GULF COAST BIRD FAIR & SHOW!

September 8-9

Looking to add a "new best friend" to your family...bring the family & come pick out your buddy! The show is full of the most amazing & beautiful birds on the planet! To even just walk around and look at these beautiful creatures is amazing...who knows...one will probably even say "hi!" Cockatiels, Conures, Cockatoos, Macaws, African Grays, and other exotic birds' available, along with vendors offering a variety of items for your "feathery" friends including food, toys, cages, play stands & more!

In addition, a regional competition - see if you pick the winners - if the judge agrees! Two national cockatiel societies shows compete - all hoping to bring home the top prize! You just have to see this competition! Raffle prizes throughout the show as well! Take flight and head towards the show! Presented by Our Little Bird House & Bird Buffet N Things! Sponsored by Azalea Trail Caged Bird Society! Proceeds benefit local bird rescues & LSU Avian Research!

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31st ANNUAL BILOXI SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

September 8-9

A huge festival & celebration featuring a wide variety of seafood dishes, arts & crafts, kids village, children's activities, inflatable slide, bungee obstacle, face painting, games, gumbo championship, continuous live entertainment throughout the weekend, and more! The fair attracts an average of 25,000 people yearly during its two-day run! Sponsored by the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Fall Event 2008, 2010, 2011 & 2012!
**Awarded American Bus Association (ABA) Top 100 Events for 2010!
**Awarded Top Events USA 2011!

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8th ANNUAL RUBBER CHICKEN IMPROV

September 9

Comedy groups compete for the coveted Rubber Chicken Trophy! Don't miss this event - it is a BLAST and will have you rolling in the isles! Presented by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center's WINGS!

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4th ANNUAL TASTE OF LONG BEACH

September 11

An outstanding culinary event highlighting local food from over 20 restaurants, "surprises" from other vendors, live music, wine tasting and a silent auction! This is an all you can eat & drink event with tons of FUN!  Hosted by the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce!  Truly a MUST DO Event!

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6th ANNUAL FEAST OF FLAVORS – TASTE THE TOWN!

September 15 (tentative)

Outside walking event which features cooking demonstrations, food competitions, workshops, seminars, and local food producers offering local items for sale! Look for homemade baked goods, pastas, honey, breads, plants, blueberries, dairy products, and more! Restaurants and shops also join in the fun providing samples and specials. Don't miss this celebration of local food and fun - come "Taste The Town!"

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8th ANNUAL HOOTERS "HOT ROD WEEKEND!"

September 15 

Street drag racing, swap meet, craft vendors, music, open car & truck show, chili cook-off, games, food, and FUN! This is a family event!  Hosted by The Misfits Street Krewzers & Gulf Coast Motorsports!

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6th ANNUAL MID-AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL

September 16 (tentative)

Festival celebrating a tradition dating back thousands of years in many Asian countries honoring a good harvest, youth, families, and community! The celebration here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast includes a children’s lantern parade, live music, cultural dances, fashion shows, children’s games, arts & crafts, food, FREE health fair screenings/assessments & more!  Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate an Asian celebration – Coastal Style!  Sponsored by Gulf Coast Reach!

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28th ANNUAL DIAMONDHEAD ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

September 22-23 

Over 150 vendors set up with hand-made crafts & multi-media art works for sale!  Drinks, sandwiches," munchies" available outside, and the Diamondhead Country Club offers a lunch special inside!  A raffle for some exciting prizes is also available!  Free shuttle bus transportation from the Diamondhead Shopping Center parking lot on both days, save your nerves and your feet - take the shuttle!  The air-conditioned bus delivers you to where the action is, and returns at your convenience!  This event is one of the finest arts & crafts fairs in the United States!  Proceeds from booth rentals benefit Diamondhead Continuing Education!

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87th ANNUAL ST. ROSE DE LIMA CHURCH FAIR

September 28-30 (tentative)

Entertainment, games, arts & crafts, live music, carnival rides, bingo, silent auction, raffle, gospel extravaganza, FABULOUS FOOD & more! Fun for the whole family! Don't miss this local hometown atmosphere event!

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30th ANNUAL CHEFS OF THE COAST

September 29-30

A "Premier Food & Beverage" event on the MS Gulf Coast.  A Gulf Coast Culinary Weekend offering fabulous food, delectable drinks, live entertainment, silent auction, food as an Art Competition and much more! Funds raised from the event benefit the community by providing scholarships, aiding non-profit organizations and promoting the hospitality & restaurant industries!  An Entire Weekend of Events!  Check back for more details to come!

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35th ANNUAL ZONTA ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL – “DAY IN THE PLAZA”

October 6

The Zonta festival is Pascagoula's premier event featuring arts and crafts, live entertainment, food, exhibit booths, antique car show and lots of children's activities. Artisans will be on hand to explain their crafts. A free shuttle service will be provided from Hwy 90 so mark your calendar and don't miss this one day event!

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16th ANNUAL CRUISIN' THE COAST

October 7-14 

"Calling ALL car enthusiasts...Cruisin' the Coast is the event for YOU!" Thousands of classic cars converge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for an entire week of rock 'n' roll, drag races, sock hops, swap meets, headline entertainment, and FUN...all along the Gulf Coast! Car enthusiasts parade their antique, classic, hot rods & custom vehicles up & down Highway 90 with entertainment provided at designated stops in Biloxi, D'Iberville, Gulfport, Long Beach, Bay St. Louis, Ocean Springs & Pascagoula. Since its inception in 1996, Cruisin' the Coast has grown from 374 cars to over 4,000 annually!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) "Shining Example Award!"
**Awarded Mississippi's "Governor's Excellence in Tourism Award - Event of the Year 2000!
**Awarded "Southern Travel Treasure" by AAA's magazine, AAA Southern Traveler 2001!
**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society's (STS) Top 20 Fall Event 2003 & 2005!
**Awarded American Bus Association (ABA) Top 100 Event 2001, 2011 & 2012!

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GULFPORT DRAGWAY SWAP MEET & DRAGS!

October 10-13

Car show, swap meet, vendors, lady's alley, burnout contest, cruiser parade and more! Don't miss all the action!

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16th ANNUAL CRUISIN' THE COAST SWAP MEET

October 11-13 (tentative)

Looking for anything and everything for your classic car or lady? This is the place to be...100's of vendors with parts and stuff from A-Z! In addition, when we say everything, we mean it...from hair bows to car lifts-it's not just for the guys...many vendors offer items of interest for the gals as well! Don't miss finding that "special" item...just for YOU!

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GULF COAST MILITARY COLLECTOR’S SHOW!

October 12-13 (tentative)

Military Antiques and War Souvenirs, Firearms, Swords, Daggers, Uniforms, Medals & Decorations, Field Gear, Documents, Books, "Coast Watchers", military vehicle collectors rally and more!

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VICARI CLASSIC & MUSCLE CAR AUCTION!

October 12-13 (tentative)

Enjoy viewing & even bidding on the fantastic inventory of classic & collector cars up for auction! If you are a car enthusiast…you won’t want to miss this event! Registration required for participation in auction!

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12th ANNUAL WAVEFEST

October 13 (tentative)

Huge family FUN themed festival! Music, vendors and much more!  Check back for 2012 theme and happenings!

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4th ANNUAL CRUISIN' THE COAST FLY-IN & FLY-BY!

October 13 (tentative)

Attention all visitors...look up to the skies during Cruisin! Aviation enthusiasts' from all over converge on the coast to fly our friendly skies! This one-of-a-kind event offers visitors the opportunity to watch the skies above the Mississippi Gulf Coast coastline for planes flying at 500 feet for Cruisin' the Coast car enthusiasts below! Remember...look UP!  If you have a plane and want to participate...see website for details!  Sponsored by the Brown Condor Association!

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4th ANNUAL GULF COAST LATIN FESTIVAL

October 13 (tentative)

Bring the family and take a trip around the world! Enjoy the Latin cultural, food, arts & crafts, music, dance, kids' corner, live bands, salsa dance competition, and more! This is a family oriented event with something for all ages, face painting, dunking booth, carnival style games, bounce houses, an ARMY helicopter and more for the kids. Food stations from Cuba, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Mexico, Venezuela, Honduras, Colombia, the Dominican Republic and more! Live DJ; various dance demonstrations, a Flamenco Demonstration, live entertainment featuring "Sensacion", arts and crafts vendors and the 2nd Annual Miss Latina Gulf Coast Pageant! Don't miss this GREAT event...travel the world without leaving the MS Gulf Coast!

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8th ANNUAL ARTS ALIVE!

October 13-14 & 19-20 (tentative)

A free, self-guided TWO weekend ART event with studios & galleries featuring artists demonstrating their techniques, encouraging creative participation and selling their original works!  Approximately 60 participating artists and art related businesses in 30 different locations participate throughout the county!  Maps available!

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CRANE FEST!

October 20 (tentative)

Bring the whole family & have some outdoor fun celebrating National Wildlife Refuge Week! Tours to view cranes, kayak tours, hikes, live music, food, exhibitors, hands on activities & more! Don't miss this fascinating look at nature!

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91st ANNUAL JACKSON COUNTY FAIR

October 21-28

Thrill rides, livestock shows, arts/crafts displays, food booths, exhibits, live music, “Old Settlers Day” and much more! Join us for this “Blue Ribbon” affair and “A Fall Tradition!”  A MUST SEE EVENT!

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2nd ANNUAL PASS CHRISTIAN DOWNTOWN ALIVE FALL FEST!

October 27(tentative)

Enjoyment for everyone...locals, & visitors! Come celebrate the official opening of downtown Pass Christian! The downtown fall festival includes trick or treat, a costume contest, as well as hayrides!
• Pass Farmers Market:  8am-12Noon - War Memorial Park, Highway 90
• Hallow-Woof Parade & Pet Costume Contest:  Starts @ 10am - War Memorial Park, Highway 90 - Bring your pets in their spook-tacular Halloween costume and parade around the park! 
Pet registration @ 9:30am!
• Children's Arts Tent:   11am-3pm - Davis Avenue & Scenic Drive
Let your children be the artist! Children can get a fun and educational lesson on art with hands-on experience as well as interact with the Institute of Marine Mammal Studies and learn about marine mammals and their habitat.
• Soap Making Demonstrations:  2pm - Pass Christian Soap Company, 125 Davis Avenue
See first hand, the soap making process. Paula Lindsay with The Pass Christian Soap Co. will be giving a soap making demonstration at her factory, explaining the steps to making cold process soaps and the history behind it!
• Children's Costume Contest:  3pm - Pass Christian Soap Company, 125 Davis Avenue
Come show off your Halloween costume for fun and prizes in this cool and creepy costume contest. (Children ages 0 - 13)
• Hay Rides:  11am-4pm
Nostalgic ride through downtown Pass Christian
• Live Music: 4pm-7pm
Pass Christian's favorite Motown Sound Band Starz!
• Downtown After Dark: Fun starts @ 7pm - Chili Willie's Pizzeria, 124 Davis Avenue - Outdoor Stage
Adult Costume Contest, Oak Street Boys & Fried Pickles play live!

Don't miss this exciting FULL DAY of FUN featuring continuous shopping, music, food and more throughout downtown Pass Christian! Come stroll, shop, & dine at "Downtown Alive!"

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17th ANNUAL "VETTES BY THE SHORE"

November 3

Hundreds of corvettes converge on the Mississippi Gulf Coast - Corvette Clubs from Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and beyond, join together to help make this spectacular car show a great success every year! Music, food, and family fun guaranteed! Proceeds benefit local charities or individuals in need! Hosted by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Corvette Club! All corvette owners & enthusiasts welcome...come on down...the more the merrier!

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2nd ANNUAL LONG BEACH FARMER MARKET RADISH FESTIVAL

November 3

Festival which pays tribute to the City of Long Beach's status as the One-Time Radish Capital of the World! This event celebrates the rural heritage while recognizing the farmers of today & our future! Lots of fresh produce, dairy, meats, seafood, preserves, live music, food, cooking demonstrations & tastings, craft vendors, demonstrations of rural crafts & trades, historical exhibits and more!  Sponsored by Real Food Gulf Coast, Long Beach Farmers Market & Ocean Springs Fresh Market!

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34th ANNUAL PETER ANDERSON ARTS, CRAFTS & FOOD FESTIVAL

November 3-4

At this festival - Named in honor of the late artist, Peter Anderson, you will find the works of over 300 regional artists! From oil painting & watercolors, raku pottery, to metal works – all types of exceptional arts & crafts by some of the South's most finest artisans await you during this two day festival! Also enjoy live music, coastal and ethnic foods and the Walter Anderson Museum of Art!  

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Fall Event 2008 & 2009!
**Awarded "Southern Traveler Treasure" by AAA Southern Traveler's Magazine - 2009!

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INAUGURAL SUN & SAND - MS FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL!

November 7-12

HUGE five day international festival! Film screenings, music concerts, a film catering trade show, technology demonstrations, panel sessions and more! Sun & Sand's line-up offers concerts and screenings set among exciting indoor and outdoor venues! Festivalgoers will rock the nights away while enjoying a wide selection of music from local bands to top headliners! Don't miss this exceptional festival! Sponsored by Red Planet Entertainment! Check back for more exciting details!

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22nd ANNUAL MAGNOLIA STATE GEM, MINERAL, AND JEWELRY SHOW

November 9-11 (tentative)

Meteorite displays, fossilized exhibits, in addition to a number of interesting and educational exhibits! Over 20 artisans from around the United States, chosen for quality and variety, offer one-of-a-kind items for sale! In addition, watch demonstrations of their skills and techniques in lapidary arts and crafts! Don't miss this "gem" of an event! Sponsored by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem & Mineral Society!

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12th ANNUAL GULF COAST VETERANS DAY PARADE

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27th ANNUAL SCOTTISH GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL

November 10-11

Huge event featuring live music, Celtic dance workshop, children's games, parade, Scottish vendors, food, men's & women's amateur Scottish heavy athletics competitions, a medieval village and more! In addition, don't miss our Saturday Night Ceilidh (pronounced Kay-lee)!"

PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE FOR VENDOR APPLICATION AND COMPLETE DETAILS!

*Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Fall Event 2008!

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29th ANNUAL RON MEYERS CHRISTMAS CITY GIFT SHOW!

November 10-11

Largest show of its kind in the Southeast, and continuing to grow bigger & better since its beginning in 1981!  Over 250 vendors featuring arts & crafts from all over the country waiting for you to pick up that one-of-a-kind holiday gift. Thousands of visitors plan their vacation time around this annual event!  This year's highlight features the Festival of Trees & entertainment provided by Lynn Meadows Wings group and local choirs!  Considered the BEST gift show in the South! 

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society (STS) Top 20 Fall Event 2010!

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12th ANNUAL JACKSON COUNTY VETERANS PARADE

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16th ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE!

November 16-17

Start your holiday shopping off at this annual upscale Christmas shopping boutique featuring approximately 40 vendors offering a broad selection of holiday gifts! Choose from decorative gifts, art and pottery, books, clothing, handmade and fine jewelry, fine soaps, homemade baked and frozen foods, jellies and preserves, Christmas aprons, t-shirts and more! Lunch also available! This is your one stop holiday shopping - get everything you need - for everyone on your list - in one place! Don't miss this fabulous and FUN shopping experience! Hosted by the Pass Christian Yacht Club Ladies Auxiliary!

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3rd ANNUAL GOBBLEPALOOZA!

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60th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST CAMELLIA SHOW

November 17 (tentative)

The highlight of this show is table-upon-table of camellia blooms -- hundreds on display - a remarkable feat for this time of year! Also highly popular is the sale of hard-to-find camellias on grafted under stock - (Grafted camellias have all but disappeared from the nursery trade, but they are often the only way to obtain prized show-winning varieties!) Other activities include demonstrations on preserving camellia blooms for flower arrangements by waxing; a plant raffle; talks on camellia care; and presentation of “Camellia of the year!”  Held in cooperation with the American Camellia Society!

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BILOXI LIGHTING OF TOWN GREEN!

November 30

Join in as Biloxi “lights” up the town…town green…that is! Visits & pictures with Santa, decorating of a large Christmas tree (everyone is asked to bring an ornament so they can participate in the decorating) and hot chocolate and cookies served!  A holiday celebration for the whole family!  Hosted by the City of Biloxi Parks & Recreation Department!

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CHRISTMAS @ BEAUVOIR!

November 30-December 2 (tentative)

Tour the exquisite Victorian decorated home of the last home of Jefferson Davis and marvel @ the Christmas decorated grounds! Come join the festivities, enjoy a unique night time tour, and step back in history to Christmas Past where things were much simpler and the celebration of the holidays much more special! Come enjoy Christmas @ Beauvoir!

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14th ANNUAL MOSS POINT CHRISTMAS BY THE RIVER

December 1 (tentative)

Come celebrate the season by gathering downtown and enjoying everything that makes our Christmas special! We welcome you to join us for Christmas by the River! Our annual festival kicks off the holiday season and includes a nighttime boat parade and a grand fireworks show! Every year boaters from around the area decorate their vessels with lights and holiday memorabilia and parade up the river and along the boardwalk throwing goodies to the children. The last boat of the parade is reserved for a special visitor from the North Pole and the night is ended with an awe-inspiring firework display!

Other attractions include face painting, a vintage car show, a visit with Santa, and holiday entertainment. And ’tis the season for shopping… so visit the many exhibitors who offer holiday foods and unique keepsakes and shop among the downtown stores who stay open late during the event.

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15th ANNUAL GAUTIER CHRISTMAS PARADE

December 1 (tentative)

Holiday parade with candy, stuffed animals and beads thrown to on lookers! Bring your Christmas smile and enjoy this family event! Parade route starts at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Jackson County Campus on Highway 90, goes around Singing River Mall, and ends back at the college! Sponsored by Gautier Rotary Club!

Interested in being in the parade?  Email  gautierrotaryclub@bellsouth.net - no entry fee!

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27th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS ON THE WATER BOAT PARADE

December 1 

Join in on a community-wide celebration that offers something for all ages and all interests! Boats parade in full holiday décor with a fireworks show after the parade! Best parade viewing locations: between the Biloxi Small Craft Harbor and Casino Row, or between the Biloxi Lighthouse and Beau Rivage Resort & Casino!

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8th ANNUAL BILOXI CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY

December 1  

Over 100 of the region's favorite artisans and antique dealers offering beautiful merchandise for all your gift-giving needs, in addition to delicious and specialty foods. Enjoy great entertainment, pictures with Santa and special Biloxi treats! Don't forget to purchase this year's collectable Christmas ornament and a Biloxi Afghan - these are one of a kind items! Sponsored by the Biloxi Main Street Association!

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D'IBERVILLE/ST. MARTIN CHRISTMAS PARADE

December 1 (tentative)

Christmas parade with floats and goodies to kick off the holiday season!

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SUGARPLUM SATURDAY & CHRISTMAS PARADE!

December 1 (tentative)

Festivities begin with doughnut decorating, hot chocolate and more in "Sugarplum Wonderland" at Lighthouse Park, near Hancock Bank downtown...then the FUN really gets going with a parade featuring floats, marching bands, and many of your favorite holiday characters, including Rudolph, The Grinch, and of course, Santa himself! In addition, do not forget to get your picture taken with Santa and the other holiday characters afterwards! Don't miss the excitement in Downtown Gulfport! Sponsored by Gulfport Main Street Association & City of Gulfport!  **Bring canned goods to help fill Santa's sleigh for those in need this holiday season!

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3rd ANNUAL BILOXI CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES

December 2 (tentative)

View beautifully decorated houses for the holidays all along Seal Avenue in Biloxi! Major FUNdraiser with all proceeds going back into the community to provide services for adults & children with special needs, scholorships & more!  Refreshments included!  Sponsored by The Biloxi Elks Lodge #606!  Don't miss these exceptional houses and helping a great cause at the same time! Check back for locations & more details!