JACKSON, Miss. ( WJTV ) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (August 2-4) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday

• This multi-vendor event celebrates Jackson’s food truck cuisine and culture.

Belhaven Block Party – Jackson – Friday

• There will be live music, drinks and ice cream!

Fleet Feet Coffee Run – Ridgeland – Friday

• The group usually makes a large loop around the area. After the run, the first round of coffee is free on Fleet Feet!

Dinosaurs Around the World – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• With advanced animatronics, a multi-layered narrative, cutting-edge research, in an outdoor environment surrounded by nature, you’ll experience the Age of Reptiles brought back to life.

PAW Patrol Adventure Play Exhibit – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Save the day through hands-on play at the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s summer exhibit in Jackson, PAW Patrol: Adventure Play!

Flags from Mississippi – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The exhibit features 20 flags made from a variety of fabrics, such as wool and silk. Some were sewn by hand. Highlights include an original Magnolia flag, adopted in 1861 as the first official flag of Mississippi, that has been saved by conservators after it became severely fragmented.

What Became of Dr. Smith – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• What Became of Dr. Smith, is a large-scale, panoramic narrative painting by contemporary artist Noah Saterstrom. The exhibition delves into the life of Saterstrom’s great-grandfather.

Mississippi Braves – Pearl – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The Mississippi Braves will face Tennessee at Trustmark Park.

Mississippi Corvette Classic – Jackson – Saturday

• The event will benefit the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi.

Access for All: Free First Saturday at MMA – Jackson – Saturday

• MMA offers free access to special exhibitions thanks to the Art Bridges Foundation.

Fondren Fiesta – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy taco trucks, and ice-cold margaritas from your favorite local spots! Salsa to live Latin music. Bring the heat in the limbo competition. End the night at the churros & Aguas Frescas stand by Just Vanilla Bakes.

Mississippi Farmers Market – Jackson – Saturday

• From persimmons to peaches, from bok choy to butter beans, the Mississippi Farmers Market is the one place to go for the freshest fruits and vegetables that are grown in the state.

Citywide Pep Rally – Vicksburg – Saturday

• The pep rally will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Vicksburg Mall.

Vicksburg Farmers’ Market – Vicksburg – Saturday

• The event will be held at the Farmers’ Market Lot on the corner of Jackson and Washington Street.

Natchez Farmers Market – Natchez – Saturday

• Every week there will be live fresh produce, baked goods, fresh dairy, and arts and crafts all from local growers and artists.

Summer Music Series – Jackson – Sunday

• The August edition of the Summer Music Series features Maleah Dawn, who is an R&B artist and songwriter based in Jackson.

Vicksburg National Military Park Free Day – Vicksburg – Sunday

• In honor of the Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act, visitors can enjoy free admission at the Vicksburg National Military Park.

Pine Belt

Half-Dollar Rodeo – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Enjoy a rock-n-roll show at Grill & Grocery.

Blackberry Smoke: Be Right Here Tour – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Blackberry Smoke will perform their Be Right Here Tour at Hattiesburg’s Historic Saenger Theater.

Bilingual Storytime – Hattiesburg – Friday

• The Hattiesburg Zoo will host a free storytime event geared for children, who are not yet in school, and their caregivers.

New Exhibit at Hattiesburg Pocket Museum – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum has a new exhibit every month, so be sure to head downtown for a small surprise!

First Saturday – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Downtown businesses will host their own unique events during each First Saturday.

Forrest County Farmers Market – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• You’ll be able to find fresh fruit and vegetables, jellies, baked goods, casseroles,
  soaps, flowers and more!

South Mississippi Toy Fest – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• More than 40 vendors will sell toys, comics and video games.

Liverpool Legends “The Complete Beatles Experience” – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother’s legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever.

Back to School Gamer Night – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Gamers can come enjoy PS5 games in a fun setting as a reward for a successful beginning of the school year.

Beats for Feets – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The event will support Southern Pines.

USA vs Everyone Gymnastics – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• This is a fundraiser for the Jump’In Gymnastics & Tumbling season.

Open Mic Night – Laurel – Saturday

• Local musicians, poets, etc. come and perform original material, as well as covers, for a laid-back, supportive audience.

Sensory Day – Hattiesburg – Sunday

• Sensory Days at the Hattiesburg Zoo are focused on individuals who have sensory needs.

Chess Club Day – Hattiesburg – Sunday

• Come play chess with other enthusiasts of multiple skill levels!

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