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Coastal Mississippi's Official 2024 Mardi Gras Guide

Jan. 04, 2024

The 2024 Mardi Gras season is just beginning, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast is packed full of fun parades and events perfect for incoming visitors. Come along with us as we celebrate the Carnival season! Laissez les bon temps rouler ––"Let the good times roll!" 2024 Mardi Gras Schedule Saturday, January 6 1 PM | Moss Point - The King's Parade Wednesday, January 10 5:30 PM | Biloxi – Annual Biloxi Twelfth Night Saturday, January 13 2 PM | Long Beach - Jeep-a-Gras 2024 Saturday, January 27 1 PM | Ocean Springs - Ocean Springs Elks &…

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Celebrating Military History in Coastal Mississippi

Nov. 17, 2023

Here in Coastal Mississippi, we take great pride in celebrating and honoring our heroic veterans and military personnel who have valiantly defended our freedom. Coastal Mississippi boasts a rich military history, with significant contributions made during World War II. One fascinating piece of history that might surprise many is that the Mississippi Gulf Coast was home to German and Italian prisoners of war during that time. Following their return to their home countries after the war, a group of these former POWs decided to make Mississippi…

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What to Do on Memorial Day Weekend in Coastal Mississippi

May. 26, 2023

Memorial Day Weekend is around the corner! Observed on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day reminds us to honor and remember the fallen soldiers who lost their lives protecting our country. Commemorate the occasion and the unofficial start of summer by adding one more day of play and enjoying the three-day weekend on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Enjoy Gulf Coast Beaches & Ship Island There are 26 miles of stunning, white-sand beaches peppered throughout our unique coastal communities. Biloxi Beach offers plenty of fun under the sun with…

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Sweater Weather in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Nov. 28, 2022

One of the best things we love about life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is the mild climate that our region enjoys during the fall and winter months. There will still be plenty of beach and boating outings, but as the days become shorter there will be no shortage of cool evenings filled with great events and things to do during your Coastal Mississippi vacation. On the days when you find yourself sporting your favorite college team's sweatshirt or bundled in your favorite comfy sweater, you might find yourself craving a steaming bowl filled…

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Shop 'Til You Drop in Coastal Mississippi

By Lauren Skelton on Nov. 21, 2022

We get it. You're on vacation, but you still have to satisfy your shopping needs. Never fear, Coastal Mississippi has you covered. From bustling shopping centers to quaint boutiques, the Mississippi Gulf Coast has it al! Gulfport Premium Outlets For designer gear, Gulfport Premium Outlets has it all. You can shop an exciting collection of stores, including Kate Spade, Nike, H&M, Michael Kors, Coach, and more! The Crossroads Center in Gulfport is just a five-minute drive away and offers daily essentials and unique clothing stores. With Barnes…

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Mother's Day in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on May. 04, 2022

There is no better place to celebrate the maternal figure in your life than on The Secret Coast. With extravagant dining options, opportunities for shopping and lavishing, and plenty of ways to spend quality time together, we’ve got a plethora of ways to let mothers everywhere know how special they are. It’s important to show Mom your love and appreciation every single day, but we promise any one of these things will make her feel that much more loved…

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