BILOXI,
Miss., April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coastal
Mississippi welcomes travelers to
experience weekends filled with adventure, exploration, and
relaxation. With a myriad of events and festivals lined up for
spring and summer, travelers will find an unforgettable escape
along the 62 miles of vibrant sun-drenched shorelines.
"We are excited to invite all travelers to experience the bliss
and discover the magic of spring and summer here in Coastal
Mississippi," said Judy Young, CEO
of Coastal Mississippi Tourism. "Whether travelers are seeking
serene sunsets, water adventures, or vibrant cultural experiences,
everyone can expect a weekend getaway poised to rejuvenate the soul
and create moments that will last a lifetime."
The Best Events and Festivals of the Season:
- Inaugural Mississippi Makers Market: Created to
showcase the talents of local Mississippi entrepreneurs, this Gulfport event features everything from
homemade, homegrown, and handcrafted items with a side of Coastal
fare, including delicious food and amazing Southern hospitality.
April 27, 9 AM – 4PM.
- Bay St. Louis Film
Festival: The Historic 100 Men Hall
welcomes travelers to the Bay St.
Louis festival, featuring two award-winning feature-length
films, Only the Young (documentary) and Cookie's
Fortune (narrative), plus a collection of shorts.
April 27, 1PM – 6PM.
- Taste of Ocean Springs |
Food & Wine Festival: Bring your appetite for food,
wine, and southern charm as historic downtown Ocean Springs transforms into a culinary
haven. Travelers can dive into a world of flavor as the town's
culinary maestros vie for your taste buds' affection.
May 9, 6PM – 8PM.
- LLamaroo: Getting bigger, better, and more fly
every year, Fly Llama Brewing invites 2024 festival goers to come
to Biloxi and enjoy plenty of live
music, a Hungry Llama Smashburger eating contest, art vendors, food
trucks, beer releases, and new for this year, a live gameshow
version of Family Feud. May
11.
- Free Flowin' Fest: Don't miss this free
annual music festival in downtown Pascagoula, featuring coastal fare, arts &
crafts vendors, and live music all day. May 11, 12PM –
8PM
- St. Clare Seafood Festival: For an event
loaded with fun for everyone, come to Waveland for this beloved annual festival,
featuring the freshest seafood from local chefs, arts & crafts
vendors, rows of classic cars, children's rides and more. Beautiful
views of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the smell of great food, live
music, and cool spring breezes, set the mood for an action-packed,
yet relaxing day. May 24 –
May 26, Time Varies
Daily.
- Jazz in the Pass: Toe-tapping, live music will
echo across the Mississippi Sound from the beauty of Pass Christian's War Memorial Park. Bring your
blankets and chairs and enjoy this evening of great music, food and
drink vendors, and local crafts as you take in the Gulf breeze
under the many live oak trees. May
26, 12PM – 8 PM.
- Annual Jeepin the Coast: Drop the top and
get ready for one of the biggest events of the Summer as thousands
of Jeep enthusiasts unite from across the U.S. This annual five-day
Jeep event starts in Long Beach
and invites travelers to enjoy multiple family-friendly activities
and opportunities to hang together or branch off on their own
Coastal Mississippi adventures. May
29 – June 2, Time Varies
Daily.
- GCAP Pride Day 2024: The Gulf Coast Association
of Pride (GCAP) will host Pride Day in Biloxi, featuring unique and diverse
activities celebrating the Mississippi Gulf Coast's LGBTQIA+
community. Attendees can expect everything from delicious coastal
fare to drag shows, live music, and the crowning of the Pride Queen
& King. June 1,
11AM – 6PM.
- Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic: The
premier billfish tournament on the Gulf
of Mexico returns for another year of record-breaking fish,
millions in cash prizes, and high energy gaming and atmosphere.
Luxury fishing boats and billfish weighing up to 1,000 pounds are
the catch of the day at this spectacular annual tournament hosted
by the Golden Nugget Casino. Watch
as teams from around the Gulf of
Mexico battle it out with high stakes on the line for the
team with the largest blue marlin, tuna, mahi mahi, and wahoo.
June 3 – June 9, Time Varies Daily.
- Rock-n-Roll Open Car, Jeep & Bike Show: For
Rock-n-roll, sports cars, coastal fare and more, this Biloxi event has a little bit of everything.
From rows and rows of cars to local vendors, including the Big Boyz
Toy Show with the coolest outdoor gear of the Gulf Coast, live
music and all-you-can-eat crawfish, attendees can expect a
jammed-packed event. June 15,
11AM – 6PM.
With an array of events and festivals, Coastal Mississippi
promises weekends filled with unforgettable experiences. Whether
travelers are seeking a new adventure or time to unwind on the sand
with delicious food and breathtaking views, everyone is invited to
escape the ordinary and Play Coastal Mississippi for your spring
and summer weekend getaways.
For more information and to plan your stay,
visit CoastalMississippi.com.
About Coastal Mississippi: Coastal Mississippi is the organization charged with
promoting South Mississippi as a
tourism and convention destination worldwide. Its mission centers
on attracting ever-increasing numbers of leisure, convention,
sports, and business visitors to the area. It is dedicated to
maximizing the travel and tourism industry for South Mississippi.
Visit CoastalMississippi.com to learn more.
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