Tag: family activities

The Ultimate Guide to the Crawfish Music Festival

By Natalea Thomson on Mar. 09, 2021

Heading to the Crawfish Music Festival? A five-day festival with more than a dozen acts can be a bit overwhelming, especially when considering a crowd. Don’t worry, we’ve listed everything you need to know beforehand to make sure you have an enjoyable and safe time enjoying headline entertainment, hot boiled crawfish, and exciting mid-way rides at Coastal Mississippi’s premiere spring event! The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center has established COVID-19 protocols, including limited capacity, to ensure the health and safety of all…

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Coastal Mississippi Holiday Bingo

Nov. 16, 2020

This time of year along The Secret Coast is simply magical. While you may have had to change your plans on how to celebrate the holiday season, we hope that you will enjoy our fun challenge of exploring Coastal Mississippi in a new way! Whether you’re looking to relax and enjoy The Secret Coast’s temperate climate in the great outdoors, explore our beautiful coastal communities and their seasonal offerings, or celebrate from the comfort of your own home, there are numerous ways to safely experience coastal holiday cheer with family members of…

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Schoolcation on The Secret Coast

Sep. 29, 2020

The end of summer is officially here, but when learning from a distance, exploration never has to end! Coastal Mississippi has a diverse and exciting array of educational opportunities for all members of the family. Learn how The Secret Coast can act as the perfect backdrop for your next schoolcation! Before visiting, we encourage you to check with individual businesses on any potential changes to their availability and/or hours, but rest assured Coastal Mississippi is working diligently with our partners to ensure your safety and health is the top priority. Find out how in our Destination Promise of health and safety. …

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Coastal Jigsaw Puzzles

Apr. 16, 2020

Safely enjoylandmarks and indescribable beauty of The Secret Coast by piecing together some of the most iconic stops along our 62 miles of coastline! …

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50 Things to Do With Your Family in Coastal Mississippi

By Tori Ward on Jan. 01, 2020

There’s no time quite like family time in Coastal Mississippi!Make the most of your experience on The Secret Coast with these 50 fun family activities:…

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The Ultimate Guide to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon Weekend

Nov. 05, 2019

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon is almost here, and soon you will be able to show off all of your hard work on the courses December 14-15. We know you may have a few questions about the weekend, and we’re here to answer them. Runners have been training for months, so instead of telling you how to best prepare for the race, we’ve created this guide to ensure you have a fun, stress-free weekend participating in a beachside run and enjoying everything Coastal Mississippi has to offer…

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Top 10 Budget-Friendly Activities in Coastal Mississippi

By Erin Rosetti & Tori Ward on Jun. 10, 2019

Trying to plan a budget-friendly getaway? We’ve put together a list of fun, low-cost activities so you can experience all that Coastal Mississippi has to offer without breaking the bank! Visit Lynn Meadows Discovery Center with the little ones and let them spend a few hours embracing their creative side and enjoying hands-on activities. The cost for family of 4 is $40 and we guarantee the entire family will be entertained for hours! Visit one of the Coast’s local breweries, where you can enjoy a brewery tour and craft beer tasting for just…

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A Tour of Art on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

By Wiley Anderson on Nov. 17, 2017

Everyone knows the Mississippi Gulf Coast is home to some of the finest seafood in the world, as well as some of the most pristine beaches around. But some might be surprised to find out what an eclectic art scene there is across the Coast. Between Ocean Springs, Biloxi and Bay St. Louis, there are numerous galleries and museums that are brimming with beautiful works of art. Walter Anderson Museum of Art Arguably the most famous artist to ever live on the Coast, Walter I. Anderson (1903-1965) is recognized as an American master, and his…

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An Afternoon out on the Biloxi Shrimping Trip

By Wiley Anderson on Nov. 03, 2017

It doesn’t matter if you’re a visitor on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the weekend, or a long-time local, the Biloxi Shrimping Trip is well worth your time! Whether you’ve lived here your whole life, or are just visiting the Coast for a few days, the Biloxi Shrimping Trip is a great way to have a fun experience and learn about where the majority of the world’s shrimp comes from. Departing from the Biloxi Small Craft Harbor, this “70-minute Living Marine Adventure Cruise” will take you and your party out into the Mississippi Sound to discover…

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Indoor Activities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

By Tori Ward on Jan. 04, 2017

Don't let the weather keep you from experiencing all that the Mississippi Gulf Coast has to offer! Here on the Coast, you can choose from a long list of exciting indoor activities. Discover local history and art There is no shortage of culture on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, largely thanks to its deep history and thriving arts communities. Immerse yourself in local history at Beauvoir or the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum, both of which offer a closer look at the unique past of the Coast. Several talented and noteworthy artists called…

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