32nd ANNUAL HIBERNIA MARCHING SOCIETY’S ST. PATRICK’S PARADE & 5K RUN – BILOXI

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March 13  

The parade features 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!

46th ANNUAL WAVELAND ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

March 13

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY POSTED MARCH 14 @ 1PM! 

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!

25th ANNUAL SHENANIGAN’S ST. PATRICKS PARADE - GULFPORT

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March 14   

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, bag pipes 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 Marshal and a Colleen, selected by the Quota Club!

18th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI COAST COLISEUM CRAWFISH FESTIVAL

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1699 LANDING OF D’IBERVILLE REENACTMENT

April 25

Watch a live reenactment of the establishment of the first French colony on the Coast dating back to 1699!

2nd ANNUAL GULF COAST LATIN FESTIVAL

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September 4 (tentative)

Bring the family and take a trip around the world! Enjoy the Latin cultural, food, arts & crafts, music, dance, kid’s corner, live bands, salsa dance competition, DJ Crazy Ivan, and the 1st Annual Miss Latina Pageant - as well as much more!

19th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

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September 11 (tentative)

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!

4th ANNUAL FLAVOR OF THE AMERICAS FESTIVAL

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September 18   

Join us for activities for the entire family! Food and other cultural offerings from several Latin American countries, booths displaying clothes & artifacts, children's games, music, dance lessons, hourly raffles and much more!  Sponsored by El Pueblo - a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the Latino & Hispanic immigrants along the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

8th ANNUAL CAJUN, COUNTRY, SWAMP POP MUSIC FESTIVAL

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October 1-2 

“Ya’ll, Come-on-down” and enjoy all the FUN! This weekend festival is one of the Gulf Coast’s finest - jammed packed with live entertainment, featuring Cajun, Country & Swamp Pop music! Swamp pop is a mix of Cajun, Creole, rhythm & blues, rockabilly, hillbilly, and rock-and-roll styles! You can also enjoy over 100 old cars, tons of vendors, fun, & food! This event is NOT TO BE MISSED!

**Awarded Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 2008 Fall Event & 2008 Southeast Tourism Society - Shining Example Award Event with Attendance Under 100,000 Winner!

4th ANNUAL MID-AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL

October 10 (tentative)

A 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 & more! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate an Asian celebration – Coastal Style!

25th ANNUAL SCOTTISH GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL

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November 13-14

Live music, Irish dance workshops, children’s games, parade, Scottish vendors, food, Medieval village and a piping competition! There will also be an open stage for those attending that want to exercise their pipes (both bag and throat) or just pick off a few notes with other like minded Celts!  Awarded one of the Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 2008 Fall Events!

SECOND LINERS MARDI GRAS CLUB PARADE

February 19, 2011 (tentative) 

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

WHOOPIE GOLDBERG

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March 12

American actress, comedian, singer-songwriter, and media personality - performs live.

2nd ANNUAL UNITY FESTIVAL

March 20

UNITE for a family friendly, all day festival featuring live entertainment, children’s activities, craft vendors, food & FUN!

6th ANNUAL SECOND LINERS EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA

April 4

Join us for this family affair – filled with fun, prizes, games, food, and music for children 3-15 years old!

BOYZ II Men

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April 9

One of the biggest selling R&B groups of all time - performs live!

"DREAMS- A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY"

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April 15

Enjoy an exceptional showcase of young talent from across the coast in this "celebration!"  Presented by WINGS Performing Arts of the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. 

4th ANNUAL DOWN SOUTH BURNERS “BIKER BASH & TRACK SHOWDOWN WEEKEND”

April 16-18

The Down South Burners Motorcycle Club invites you and anyone that loves to ride – if you have two or four wheels…we love to have you! Largest motorbike Club Weekend in the Tristate!  Drag Motorcycle Racing, Car & Bike Show, Motorcycle Stunt Show, Bikini & Hard Body Contests and much more! DRAG RACING SATURDAY ONLY!

THE PEKING ACROBATS

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April 16-17

Don't miss the energy and action of ancient folk art acrobatics mixed with the pageantry of a Chinese carnival - live!

RICKEY SMILEY

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April 24

The standup comedian, television host, actor, and radio personality best known for his prank phone calls - performs live!

4th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

April 30 - May 2

Enjoy music, food, games, demonstrations, raffle drawing, ethnic entertainment and more! As for the food...it is the BEST…look for Asian, Creole, Latin American and more!  You can't miss this fabulous family event!

CINCO DE MAYO

May 5

All along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated….mostly at our local restaurants! Join in the fun….stop by on this special day….and have FUN!

AL GREEN

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May 21

Popular 70's American gospel and soul music singer - performs live.

PERCY SLEDGE

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May 21-22

Acclaimed soul singer best known for "When A Man Loves A Woman" - performs live!

MISSISSIPPI SOUND: “8th ANNUAL POETRY READING”

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May 22

Over 100 local poets from the Gulf Coast community present different types of poetry from “Street Poetry”, “Lyrics” to “Haiku! Sponsored by the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art!

CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER

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May 28-29

Best known for his crowd-pleasing roles in the recent hit films Barbershop, Be Cool, & The Steve Harvey Show - performs live!

CHARLEY PRIDE

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June 5

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE - ORIGINALLY POSTED JUNE 4! 

The American country music singer - performs live!

3rd ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE TASTING

June 17

Enjoy wines from Italy, France, Spain, Australia, Israel, & the United States – paired with food! There is also a silent auction, door prizes, live entertainment, and Fun! Proceeds benefit Congregation Beth Israel! Sponsored by the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino!

MC HAMMER

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June 18

Rapper, entertainer and dancer most popular during the late 80s & 90s - performs live!

14th ANNUAL CULINARY CLASSIC

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June 27  

Wine and dine on a multitude of culinary delights exquisitely prepared by over 40 coastal professional chefs who compete for the Gold! Shake your grove thing to live music! DON'T MISS THIS EXCEPTIONAL EVENT!  IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR 14 YEARS...AND YOU WILL SEE WHY! Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance!  Tickets include table wine, food & entertainment!  Cash Bar Available!  Presented by the MS Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Culinary Federation! Proceeds benefit culinary scholarships!

3rd ANNUAL BILOXI BLUES PARTY!

July 3

Come out & enjoy listening & dancing to major "Blues" performers live - "Southern Soul & Blues!"  Cabaret Style (Bring your own food & drink!) 

THE O'JAYS

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July 24

The Ohio-based soul/R&B group - performs live!

BRIAN MCKNIGHT

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August 13

American singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, and pop/R&B musician - performs live!

"GREEK NIGHT HITS THE COAST OPA! LET THE CELEBRATION BEGIN!"

September 4 (tentative)

Take a stroll through the Greek Isles! Enjoy savory Greek cuisine & pastries, Greek dance & music, and authentic attired dancers exhibiting traditional Greek dances!

36th ANNUAL SLAVIC INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

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September 24+26 (tentative)

The Slavic Invitational – also known as the “greatest amateur team tournament in Mississippi” promises a fast-paced schedule for the anticipated 350 two-man teams and their guests! Hosted by the Slavic Benevolent Association of Saint Nikolai (SBASN)!

2nd ANNUAL GULF COAST CULTURAL FESTIVAL

October 1 (tentative)

A cultural event celebrating the richness of the many cultures from around the world! Festivities include food, entertainment, ethnic arts demonstration & exhibits, arts and crafts, hands-on activities, historical displays & more! Come for the FUN…bring the family and travel the globe! Hosted by Harrison County Senior Resources Agency & Harrison County!

84th ANNUAL ST. ROSE DE LIMA CHURCH FAIR

October 8-10 (tentative)

Entertainment, games, arts & crafts, live music, carnival rides, bingo, silent auction, raffle and FABULOUS FOOD! Fun for the whole family! A local hometown atmosphere event!

DEPOT DAY IN THE BAY

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October 17 (tentative) 

All aboard…For the Depot Days Family Fun Festival!  “Come Aboard” for a 1890's style neighborhood party featuring fun, food, arts & crafts, vendors, activities galore, live entertainment and more!  Hosted by the Historic Bay St. Louis Depot District Association!

“SECOND LINERS CORONATION BALL”

November 6   

“Come to the Official Unveiling of the 2010 Second Liners Mardi Gras Club Royalty – King & Queen! There will be plenty of “second-lining” with live entertainment! Bring your own bottle and food! Strictly Formal Affair! Hosted by the Biloxi Second Liners Mardi Gras Club!

NOTTE DI NATALE!

December 5 (tentative)

A “Christmas Night” or “Notte Di Natale” (Christmas Night in Italian) fundraising event! Live entertainment and silent auction! Proceeds benefit the Gulf Coast Italian American Cultural Society!   Reservations Required by November 26!

CHRISTMAS GREEK STYLE!

December 11 (tentative)

Come and be transported across the boundaries of land and sea to Greece! Enjoy homemade delicious Greek pastries, gift-boxed just in time for the Christmas holiday season. The Greek Pastry Collection includes Baklava (layers of filo, spiced nuts and honey), Kourambiethes (butter cookies with powered sugar), Koulourakia (crisp butter twists) along with delectable almond cookies (with almond paste). Also available Tiropeta (cheese pies), Spanakopita (spinach rolls), and of course the very popular Greek Bread!

Every holiday season for the past thirty years, delicious Greek pastries and Greek bread are available to the people along the coast of Mississippi and visitors alike! Once you have tasted these Greek pastries, they will remind you of a testament to the people and periods of a country alive with romanticism and richness!

GULF COAST KWANZAA – A CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE

December 27 (tentative) 

The Gulf Coast celebration includes songs and dances, African drums, storytelling, poetry reading, and provides a learning experience for everyone about the past & coming together as a community! Millions throughout the African community celebrate the holiday; Kwanzaa brings a cultural message, which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense! Kwanzaa is a non-religious African American holiday, which celebrates family, community, and culture for seven days: December 26 - January 1!

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR PARADE – BILOXI

January 17 (tentative)  

Parade honoring this important individual!  Route of parade: Lameuse Street, Martin Luther King Blvd, Reynoir Street, Main Street, Howard Avenue, A  "Battle of the Bands" performance following the parade at Yankie Stadium!

6th ANNUAL SECOND LINERS CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH

February 27

Join us for our annual fundraiser - serving a “truly New Orleans” style champagne brunch! All proceeds benefit the local community! CHECK BACK FOR MORE DETAILS! THIS IS AN AWESOME EVENT – NOT TO BE MISSED! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!

IP/VIKING CULINARY ARTS CAFÉ CLASSES @ MARY C!

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Hands on cooking classes with guest master chefs!  Learn to make sushi, professional cake decorating, Asian cuisine, nutritional & healthy dishes, professional presentation & techniques, sugar sculpturing, Italian cooking, seafood dishes, hand made pizza, French cuisine, wine & cheese pairing and more!  Call for complete details on all classes!