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 (September 27-29) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Belhaven Block Party – Jackson – Friday

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

Screening: The Mississippi Freedom Houses Project – Jackson – Friday

• Discover the untold stories of courage, resilience, and community in the face of adversity.

U-No it’s Going Down – Jackson – Friday

• This is an Uno tournament and fundraiser benefiting the Bean Path.

Rhythm, Blues, & Ballots Concert – Jackson – Friday

• Enjoy a spirited night of live music, comedy, insight, and more, brought to you by the Rita Brent Foundation.

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!

No Tears Project – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The free-to-the-public No Tears Project Jackson: Be Heard in 2024 events will include community concerts, a panel discussion, and youth education programs located at Myrlie’s Garden, Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church, and at other sites in the city.

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.

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.

Atomic Age Exhibit – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The exhibition explores the history of the Federal Civil Defense Administration established to prepare Americans for the perils of the new Atomic Age.

Exhibition: Nuestro Mississippi – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Nuestro Mississippi uses photography and oral history to document Mississippi’s fastest-growing population: its Hispanic community.

Fall Pilgrimage – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Tour historic homes in Natchez until October 19!

Dinner with the Spirits – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Step into the mysterious world of Glenfield, a 200-year-old former plantation home shrouded in both history and the supernatural.

40th Annual WellsFest – Jackson – Saturday

• This year’s beneficiary is the Community Foundation’s WellsFest CARES Musicians Emergency Fund.

It’s Pride Y’all – Jackson – Saturday

• There will be panel discussions, local vendors, food trucks, live music and a Drag Extravaganza featuring Monét X Change and Latrice Royale from RuPaul’s Drag Race!

Millsaps College vs. Berry – Jackson – Saturday

• Immerse yourself in the thrilling experience of Millsaps College football at Harper Davis Field!

Belhaven University vs. North Carolina Wesleyan – Jackson – Saturday

• Experience the electrifying atmosphere of Belhaven University football as they go for another winning season!

Living Better, Aging Well Community Expo – Jackson – Saturday

• The Expo is an opportunity for Mississippians to learn about the services available in their communities, many of them free, including health care, public health, employment, education, public safety, legal services, LGBTQ+ programs, immigrant services and even financial literacy.

Autumn Cheese Tasting – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy a variety of favorite fall cheeses paired perfectly with seasonal accompaniments.

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.

Bike Your Park Day – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Bike Your Park Day is a good excuse to explore public parks and lands like the Natchez Trace Parkway and Chisha Foka Multi-Use Trail in Ridgeland.

Wood Carving Class – Ridgeland – Saturday

• This is an immersive, full-day beginner’s woodcarving class where you will learn the basics of woodcarving to create and paint a Northern Cardinal!

¡LATINFEST! 2024 – Pearl – Saturday

• ¡LATINFEST! is an annual festival celebrating Latin culture through food, dance, and music.

Monica’s Hope 10th Annual Cancer Walk – Natchez – Saturday

• The event honors local cancer survivors and those who fought the battle. There will be vendors on site, games and face painting for the kids.

Oktoberfest at the Brewery! – Natchez – Saturday

• Mark your calendars, drag out your Dirndls and Lederhosen from the back of your closets and join us for a fun filled, all day event in Natchez Brewing Company Style!

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.

Vicksburg National Military Park Fee Free Day – Vicksburg – Saturday

• In honor of National Public Lands Day, visitors can enjoy free admission at the Vicksburg National Military Park.

3rd Annual Witches’ Brunch – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Come and enjoy brunch with your favorite coven. Dress up as your favorite witch and don’t forget your broomsticks!

Hoodvenchy Block Party – Vicksburg – Saturday

• This event will be from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at Washington Street Park.

Sanderson Farms Championship – Jackson – Sunday

• Golf enthusiasts can watch world-class athletes compete on challenging courses.

National Coffee Day Celebration – Jackson – Sunday

• This event offers attendees a chance to explore a variety of coffee experiences, including tastings of Northshore canned cold brews.

A Night in the Hoodvenchy Atelier – Vicksburg – Sunday

• Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center.

Pine Belt

MSU Pine Belt Master Gardeners Fall Garden Day – Hattiesburg – Friday

• There will be plant sales from Pine Belt Master Gardeners and vendors outside during breaks and until noon.

Live at Five – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Live at Five is a free outdoor music event held in Downtown Hattiesburg at Town Square Park.

Southern Miss Concert Band to Perform – Hattiesburg – Friday

• The Southern Miss Concert Band is a varsity music ensemble for the music major and non major.

LRMA Historic District Walking Tour – Laurel – Friday

• Join Museum Director George Bassi for an engaging and informational walking tour of Laurel’s historical district as he traces the history and evolution of the city and some of it’s finest homes and structures.

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

• The event will be held at 320 5th St.

19th Annual Historic Mobile Street Renaissance Festival – Hattiesburg – Friday and Saturday

• There will be several festivities that include a street fair, food vendors, cook-off competition, and live entertainment.

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!

Vintage Murder Mystery Dinner Game – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Your Murder Mystery dinner game unfolds within an authentically immersive experience only available at the meticulously preserved and restored Ross Mansion.

TSC Presents: THEE LQBTQ+ Mini Film Festival – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The festival will feature a short film documentary, a feature-length film, and a Q&A with the film directors.

Forrest County Farmers Market – Hattiesburg – Saturday

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

Pickleball for Pediatrics – Laurel – Sunday

• South Central Health Care Foundation is hosting “Pickleball for Pediatrics.”

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