Mississippi Gulf Coast Calendar of Events

All event dates are subject to change.
Please contact the numbers provided
for late-breaking information.
 

14th ANNUAL CARL LEGETT MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT
July 31 - August 3
Fishing tournament with the proceeds going to local charities. Anglers compete for cash prizes! Hosted by the Home Builders Association of the Mississippi Coast!
Times: July 31st - Registration & Kick off party for entrants @ 6-9pm; Tournament begins August 1st!
Location: Point Cadet Marina, Behind Isle of Capri Casino Resort, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 323-4171, (228) 896-7646
www.carllegett.com

“ANY DREAM WILL DO”
August 2-3
The show looks back @ KNS Theatre’s first 20 years of musicals on the Gulf Coast! Features an interactive movie on the big movie screen with interviews, highlights from past shows and live appearances by Karen Abernathy, Keith Ballard, Ronny
Broussard, Jeff Cowart, Loree & Savee Dalgo, David Delk, Terese Evans, Meggan Gray, Becky Green, Joel Herr, Tina Johnston, Andy Kalberg, Mike Lacy, Amber Mills, Glenda O’Neal, WayneStephens, Tammy Turnage, and The Von Trapp Kids! Presented by KNS Theatre & hosted by WLOX TV’s Rhonda Weidner and Jim Tabor!
Times: Saturday @7:30pm & Sunday Matinee @ 2pm
Location: Saenger Theatre, 170 Reynoir Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 697-5670

DEF LEPPARD
August 3
Performs “Pour Some Sugar on Me,” “Gods of War, Rocket,” and more live! Tickets on sale May 17th!
Times: Call for performance times
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 594-3700
www.mscoastcoliseum.com

MISSISSIPPI COAST JAZZ SOCIETY MONTHLY DANCE
August 3
Jazz Society members are hosting a dance with three different bands performing for your listening and dancing pleasure! Cash Bar available. Bring your own snacks. Come out and have a “jazzy” time!
Times: 3pm – 6pm
Location: American Legion & Elks Lodge,
12010 Klein Road, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 392-4177 or (228) 897-2330
www.knstheatre.com

CROSBY, STILLS & NASH
August 6
Performing hits “Thoroughfare Gap,” “Drive My Car,” “Chicago/ We Can Change the World,” and more!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, 875 Beach Blvd, Beau
Rivage Theatre, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 386-7111

KC & THE SUNSHINE BAND
August 8
“Give It Up, Queen of Clubs,” “That’s the Way (I Like It),” and more – performed live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Hardrock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or 374-7625

PRIDE OF LONG BEACH 103rd ANNIVERSARY!
August 9
Come celebrate Long Beach’s 103rd Birthday with a family, friendly festival! Arts & crafts, cruise-in, food, entertainment, fun, games, and a very special salute to the military! The event is an adventure for the kids as well as the whole family! Come One, Come All, and Come Celebrate “The Pride Of Long Beach!”
Times: 8am-7pm
Location: Jeff Davis Avenue - Downtown Long Beach,Long Beach
Phone: (228) 234-6622 or (228) 871-4261
www.LongBeachFest.com

EDGEWATER MALL INSIDE OPEN CAR/BIKE/TRUCK SHOW!
August 13
Huge car show featuring cars, bikes, & trucks! Merchants of Edgewater Mall select the “winners!” Sponsored by Gulf Coast Motor sports and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall!
Times: 10am – 9pm
Location: Edgewater Mall, 2600 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 596-0664 or (228) 388-4466
Admission: Spectators Free
www.GulfCoastMotorSports.com

HORN ISLAND CHAPTER OF COASTAL CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION MISSISSIPPI (CCA MS) FUNDRAISER
August 14
Live & silent auctions, great food, raffles and more! The CCA MS is a statewide association of over 1500 recreational saltwater anglers dedicated to the conservation and protection of marine life. CCA MS monitors regulatory agencies, educates members about fisheries issues, and sponsors member and children’s tournaments along the coast!
Times: 6pm
Location: Ocean Springs Civic Center,3730 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 806-1073

BETTER THAN EZRA
August 15
Performing “A Southern Thing, Overcome,” “Our Finest Year,” and more!
Times: 8pm
Location: Island View Casino Resort, 3300 West Beach Blvd, Gulfport – Casino Grounds
Phone: (877) 774-8439 or (228) 314-2100

JEFF FOXWORTHY
August 16
Comedian, actor, game show host, and best known for “You Might Be A Redneck If”… performs live!
Times: Showtimes 6pm & 8:30pm
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or (228) 374-7625

RINGLING BROTHERS & BARNUM BAILEY “BOOM-A-RING!”
August 21-24
This intimate, interactive event brings you so up-close and personal to the live action that you’ll experience a day at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® you never imagined possible! Audiences are just a few feet away from six white Bengal tigers, aerialists walk, fly and jump through the air on a high wire, while the Wheel of Steel act leaves you questioning the forces of gravity!
Times: Call for performance times
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach

YAPPY HOUR!
August 21
Join in on a good time for a good cause - a FUNdraising happy hour that really has “gone to the dogs! Enjoy specialty “tagged” drinks including the infamous “Meowtini!” Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of South Mississippi!
Times: 5pm-7pm
Location: Humane Society of South Mississippi, 2615 Highway 49, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 863-4394, ext.102

CLARENCE CARTER & PERCY SLEDGE
August 22
Two legends performing live together! A concert not to be missed!
Times: 8pm
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or (228) 374-7625

HARRISON COUNTY GEM & MINERAL SHOW
August 22-24
The show features a mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and more! Loads of vendors offering hundreds of items at affordable prices! Hosted by the Harrison County Gem & Mineral Society!
Times: Friday & Saturday 9am – 5pm; Sunday 9am – 4pm
Location: St. Martin Community Center, 15000 Lemoyne Blvd, Ocean Springs (Next door to St. Martin Public Library
Phone: (228) 863-7770
Admission: Spectators Free

MICHAEL BOLTON
August 22
American singer-songwriter, known for soft rock ballads and tenor vocals – Performs live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 386-7111

SOUTHERN MISS JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL (featured event)
August 23
Join us for a day of fun filled with Jazz, Blues, Funky Blues- Rock Style music, arts & crafts, food vendors and more! Main entertainment includes Bill Wharton & the Ingredients, aka “The Sauce Boss,” and The Steve Warren Band! Other bands and nonprofit children’s groups also perform! The Sauce Boss Band is popular with blues audiences for its unique Floridian style, and for watching Bill Wharton make his famous gumbo on stage during the performance! Typically, following performances, the Sauce Boss shares his gumbo with his audience! The Steve Warren Band performs its funky blues-rock style of music! Arts & crafts, and food vendors on site!
Times: 2pm - 8pm
Location: USM - Gulf Park Campus, 730 East Beach, Long Beach - Front Grounds
Phone: (228) 214-3260

JULIO IGLESIAS
August 28
Performing “Summer Wind,” “Caruso,” “Que Nadie Sepa Mi Sufrir,” and more!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Casino Resort, Beau Rivage Theatre, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 386-7111

“OUR HEROES: FIREMEN IN A RAVAGED WORLD”
August 29 – September 11
Photographs from the first days after Hurricane Katrina by Lauren Byrd, a young, native Biloxian with fresh eyes on heroism and the human spirit!
Times: Call for times
Location: Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art, 1596 Glenn Swetman Drive, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 374-5547

CHAKA KHAN
August 29
“I’ll Be Good to You,” “Love Me Still,” “What Cha’ Gonna Do for Me,” and more - performed live!
Times: Doors open @ 6:30pm; Showtime @ 8pm
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or (228) 374-7625

OCEAN SPRINGS ANNUAL ART WALK
August 30
The annual Artwalk event lets artists showcase their talents inside & outside local businesses & galleries throughout Downtown Ocean Springs, music, food, activities for children & adults and much more! Painters, sculptors, musicians and chefs all participate in this memorable event!
Times: 10am – 4pm
Location: Downtown Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-4424

17th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FESTIVAL
September 5-6
This festival is held rain or shine filled with many activities and performers! The event is a “must attend” family-oriented festival! Call for more details!
Times: Gates open @ 11am
Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road, Pascagoula
Phone: (228) 497-5493 or (228) 497-5615
Admission: Admission Charged

GULF COAST STAMP CLUB – GULFPLEX
September 6-7
Buy, Sell & Trade all your special stamps! Stamp exhibits, Door prizes & children’s stamp table and much more!
Times: Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 9am-4pm
Location: St. Martin Library, 15004 Lemoyne Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 863-7770 or (228) 539-3153
Admission: Free

MISSISSIPPI COAST JAZZ SOCIETY MONTHLY DANCE
September 7
Jazz Society members are hosting a dance with three different bands performing for your listening and dancing pleasure! Cash Bar available. Bring your own snacks. Come out and have a “jazzy” time!
Times: 3pm – 6pm
Location: American Legion & Elks Lodge, 12010 Klein Road, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 392-4177 or (228) 897-2330

WAYNE NEWTON
September 11
“Mr. Las Vegas” performs live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Casino Resort, Beau Rivage Theatre, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 388-7111

BILOXI LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS “BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE”
September 12-14 & 18-20
Loosely based on the life of attorney Harold Krents, the plot revolves around a Manhattan blind man whose controlling mother disapproves of his relationship with a free-spirited hippie! Directed by Judy Madden!
Times: Call for performance times
Location: Biloxi Little Theatre, 220 Lee Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 432-8543

DIE FLEDERMAUS
September 12-14
This light-hearted story tells of the revenge taken by a certain Dr. Falke on Gabriel von Eisenstein for playing a practical joke on him! Presented by the Gulf Coast Opera Theatre!
Times: Call for performance times
Location: Saenger Theatre, 170 Reynoir Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 436-6514
Admission: Call for ticket prices

GULFPORT LITTLE THEATRE “THE FOREIGNER”
September 12-14 & 19-21
A farcical production based at a rural Georgia fishing lodge. The play centers on Charlie Baker, a shy and unobtrusive Englishman who tends to be socially anxious. While at the Georgia lodge, he pretends not to know his native language in order to avoid contact with the other guests. Successfully convincing the other guests that he cannot understand them, he becomes privy to information discussed in front of him that is both comical and threatening to the characters in the play. This sidesplitting comedy derived from mistaken identities, adds a level of crowd pleasing anxiety to the performance! Directed by Art Bailey Jr!
Times: Friday & Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 3pm Matinee
Location: Gulfport Little Theatre, 2600 13th Avenue, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 864-7983

RONNIE MILSAP
September 12
Performing “Make No Mistake,” “She’s Mine,” “Make No Mistake,” “She’s Mine, My Heart,” and more!
Times: 8pm
Location: Island View Casino Resort, 3300 West Beach Blvd, Gulfport – Casino Grounds
Phone: (877) 774-8439 or (228) 314-2100

CASTING FOR CONSERVATION KIDS FISHING RODEO
September 13
Kids ages 6-13, prizes given.
Times: 7:30am - noon
Location: River Park, Pascagoula
Admission: Free

27th ANNUAL BILOXI SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
September 13-14
The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce’s 27th Annual Biloxi Seafood Festival offers seafood, arts & craft, vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, gumbo contest and much more! Crowds feast on a vast spectrum of seafood ranging from the common, boiled shrimp, to the exotic, like shrimp tamales! The Biloxi Seafood Festival is a very important part of what makes Biloxi a diverse and unique community and highlights the city’s rich history & seafood industry! The Biloxi Seafood Festival is a celebration of family, community and seafood heritage in the City of Biloxi. YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT!
Times: Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday 10am-5pm
Location: Biloxi Town Green, Highway 90, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 604-0014

2nd ANNUAL FEAST OF FLAVORS – CELEBRATING LOCAL FOODS AND FOOD PRODUCERS
September 13
Join the excitement as a group of chefs from various parts of the country cook products from the Ocean Springs Fresh Market!
Times: 10am – 2pm
Location: Downtown Ocean Springs, Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-4424

3rd ANNUAL TIKI GOES TO THE DOGS
September 13
This event offers a silent & live auction, music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, & a special “Dog Extreme Makeover!” All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of South MS for the animals of South Mississippi!
Times: 7:30pm-11pm
Location: Beau Rivage, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 863-4394

RACHEL PRICE
September 14
This rising star from the New England Conservatory of Music, and Honorable Mention winner from Montreux International Jazz Vocal Competition in France performs live! Presented by the Diamondhead Performing Arts Society!
Times: 7pm
Location: Diamondhead Country Club, 7600 Country Club Circle, Diamondhead
Phone: (228) 255-4778 or (228) 255-2861GEORGE OHR’S NATIONAL CHALLENGE:

THE JURIED EXHIBITION (featured event)
September 19 - November 7
The best in ceramics, sculpture, paintings and prints from across the nation!
Times: Call for times
Location: Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art,
1596 Glenn Swetman Drive, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 374-5547

BB KING
September 19
The reigning king of the blues and recording artist for over four decades now with countless entries in the rhythm and blues charts – performs live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 386-7111

GRETCHEN WILSON
September 19
“Here for the Party,” “Homewrecker,” “Pocahontas Proud,” and more... performed live!
Times: Doors open @ 6:30pm; Showtime @ 8pm
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or 374-7625

20th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI COASTAL CLEAN UP
September 20
The Mississippi Coastal Cleanup is the largest and most successful volunteer event of its kind! Each year, thousands of volunteers from around the globe participate, clearing tons of trash from coastlines, rivers and lakes and record every piece of trash collected! For more information and to download a pledge form go to website!
For more information contact the following:
Hancock County (228) 467-9048, Harrison County (228) 523-4141 and Jackson County (228) 872-8340!
Times: 8am – 11am
Location: Throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast

24th ANNUAL DIAMONDHEAD ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
September 20-21
Over 150 vendors set up with hand-made crafts & multi-media art works for sale! Drinks, sandwiches, ”munchies” available outside, and the Diamondhead Country Club offers a lunch special inside! A raffle for some exciting prizes is also available! Free shuttle bus transportation from the Diamondhead Shopping Center parking lot on both days, save your nerves and your feet – take the shuttle! The air-conditioned bus will deliver you to where the
action is, and return at your convenience! This event is one of the finest arts & crafts fairs in the United States!
Times: Saturday @ 9:30am – 5pm; Sunday @ 10am – 4pm
Location: Diamondhead Country Club, 5300 Country Club Circle, Diamondhead (Exit 16 North I-10)
Phone: (228) 255-3451 or (228) 255-1299
Admission: No admission charge

2nd ANNUAL BULLDOG BLAST OPEN CAR SHOW
September 20
Open car show with all makes, models and years! Exhibits, Games, Vendors, Food & FUN! Bring the kids for this fun filled day for the whole family! Registration 9am – Noon, Awards @ 3pm! Top 25, Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Drivers Choice, and Sponsor awards! ALL proceeds benefit the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Promise Campaign for Student Scholarships! Sponsored by Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine, Thomas Transmission & Auto Repair and Coast Harley-Davidson!
Times: 9am – 4pm
Location: MS Gulf Coast Community College, Highway 90, Gautier
Phone: (228) 596-0664

BILOXI BAY/SHIP ISLAND CHAPTER OF COASTAL CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION MISSISSIPPI (CCA MS) FUNDRAISER
September 20
Live & silent auctions, great food, raffles and more! The CCA MS is a statewide association of over 1500 recreational saltwater anglers dedicated to the conservation and protection of marine life. CCA MS monitors regulatory agencies, educates members about fisheries issues, and sponsors member and children’s tournaments along the coast!
Times: 6pm
Location: Seaway Marina, 13247 Seaway Road, Gulfport
Phone: (601) 268-5534

FALL FLY BY
September 20 – November 19 (Saturdays only)
Join the National Audubon Society in watching and enjoying the fall migration of birds. Learn about basic bird identification, how to feed and attract birds with demonstration feeding stations, and native plant gardens! Birders of all stripes, especially beginners, can watch and learn about birds that use the Pascagoula River as a corridor for migration every year. Of course, the common birds that call the coast home are also around to view and enjoy! An added bonus is the return of the “Audubon” Bald Eagle pair that returned to their nest to prepare for the winter nesting season! In addition to viewing birds at the Center, two-hour boat tours of the river are available!
Times: 9am – 4pm
Location: Pascagoula River Audubon Center, 7011 Frank Griffin Road, Moss Point
Phone: (228) 475-0825

MARITIME & SEAFOOD INDUSTRY MUSEUM $10,000 DRAWDOWN
September 20
Annual fundraiser for the museum – Join us for a fun filled evening with GREAT FOOD, COCKTAILS, LIVE MUSIC, DANCING and a chance to win $10,000!
Times: 6pm
Location: Schooner Pier Complex, 367 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 435-6320

11th ANNUAL MOONLIGHT ON THE BAY GALA BENEFIT DINNER DANCE
September 26
Benefit dinner, dance, and silent auction! Proceeds benefit Hancock Medical Center Foundation!
Times: 7:30pm
Location: Hollywood Casino, 711 Hollywood Blvd, Bay St. Louis
Phone: (228) 467-8790

34th ANNUAL SLAVIC INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
September 26-28
The Slavic Invitational – also known as the “greatest amateur team tournament in Mississippi” promises a fast-paced schedule for the anticipated 350 two-man teams and their guests! Hosted by the Slavic Benevolent Association of Saint Nikolai (SBASN)!
Times: Call for time!
Location: Sunkist Country Club, 2381 Sunkist Country Club Road, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 861-1569 or (228) 388-3961

15th ANNUAL NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
September 27
The National Park Service observes National Public Lands Day by encouraging local residents to be “a tourist for a day” and enjoy one of the area’s most popular attractions – Gulf Islands National Seashore! National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest hands-on
volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands that American’s enjoy! Come participate in planting trees and plants, and removing trash and invasive plants to beautify the park!
Times: Call for details!
Location: Gulf Islands National Seashore, 3500 Park Road, Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-9057

8th ANNUAL WAVEFEST
September 27-28
End-of-summer festival with live music, arts & crafts, kids fair, antique show, plus food and
beverage booths! The day ends with fireworks!
Times: Saturday 10am-10pm, Sunday 12 Noon-8pm
Location: Elwood Bourgeois Park, Corner Waveland Avenue & Central, Waveland
Phone: (228) 467-9048 or (228) 463-9222
Admission: Spectators Free

STYX
September 27
Performing “Come Sail Away,” “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man),” “Too Much Time on My Hands,” and more!
Times: 8pm
Location: Hard Rock Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 547-1515 or (228) 326-7432

26th ANNUAL CHEFS OF THE COAST
September 28
Participating restaurants and casinos present a selection of signature dishes; wine representatives introduce new blends; and distilleries pass out their brew! In addition to the great food & libations also featured is a silent auction to entice your competitive nature, a live band to keep you in motion and a “Food as Art” competition to wow your senses! Funds raised from the event benefit the community by providing scholarships, aiding nonprofit organizations and promoting the restaurant industry!
Times: Activities start @ 4pm
Location: Oak Creek Mansion Inn, Pineville Road, Pass Christian
Phone: (228) 206-1630

SANKOFA CEREMONY @ PLEASANT REED HOUSE!
September 29
Come out and enjoy “Sankofa,” a very special event arranged by Delta Sigma Theta sorority and sponsored by Beau Rivage Casino! The event highlights the opening of the Pleasant Reed Interpretive Center! Sankofa means: in order to move forward, you must look back!
Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Ohr Pod Site, 386 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 374-5547

AMERICAN JUKEBOX
October 2
Twelve singers, dancers and musicians in a live band format with sets & costumes reminiscent of the 1950’s-60s perform live! A Matt Davenport Production! Hosted by The Coast Community Concert Association!
Times: 7:30pm
Location: Saenger Theatre, 170 Reynoir Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 861-3661

ANTHONY COOLS
October 3
World famous hypnotist known for his raw and uninhibited attitude performs live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Theatre, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 388-7111

6th ANNUAL CAJUN, COUNTRY, SWAMP POP MUSIC FESTIVAL
October 3-4
“Ya’ll, Come-on-down” and enjoy all the FUN! This weekend festival is one of the Gulf Coast’s finest, and is jammed packed with live entertainment, featuring Cajun, Country & Swamp Pop music! Swamp pop is a mix of Cajun, Creole, rhythm & blues, rockabilly, hillbilly, and rock-and-roll styles! You can also enjoy over 100 old cars, tons of vendors, fun, & food! Awarded one of the Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 2008 Fall Events!
Times: Friday 6pm-12am, Saturday 9am – Midnight
Location: Harrison County Fairground, 15321 County Farm Road, Gulfport, Exit 28 North off I-10
Phone: (228) 831-2814 or (228) 547-7323
Admission: Admission Charged

5th ANNUAL GEORGE OHR FALL FESTIVAL OF ARTS (featured event)
October 4-5
Enjoy traditional coastal cooking, great live entertainment, and contests including street painting, pottery building, T-shirt painting and, keeping in Ohr tradition – the most Ohr-iginal
mustache contest!
Times: Saturday 9am-6pm; Sunday 9am-5pm
Location: Biloxi Town Green, Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 374-5547

30th ANNUAL ZONTA ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL – “DAY IN THE PLAZA”
October 4
Arts & crafts galore, food, drink & much more! This fundraiser generates funds to support Community Service Projects!
Times: 9am – 5pm
Location: Downtown Plaza of Pascagoula, Pascagoula
Phone: (228) 762-7018

5th ANNUAL BAY CHAPTER OF COASTAL CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION MISSISSIPPI (CCA MS) FUNDRAISER
October 4
The theme of this year’s fundraiser is Sunset on the Bay! Featuring Live & silent auctions, great food, raffles and more! The CCA MS is a statewide association of over 1500 recreational saltwater anglers dedicated to the conservation and protection of marine life. CCA MS monitors regulatory agencies, educates members about fisheries issues, and sponsors member and children’s tournaments along the coast!
Times: 6pm
Location: TBD
Phone: (228) 806-1073 or (601) 270-4700

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEART WALK
October 4
The Gulf Coast Start! Heart Walk is an important event which focuses on preventing heart disease and stroke by raising money to support heart and stroke research and heart-healthy lifestyle programming. Last year, the Southeast Affiliate American Heart Walks raised more than $7.9 million that funded lifesaving research and educational programs in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. Our goal this year is nearly $10 million and with your help, we can do it! American Heart Walks are perfect for people of all ages! They’re non-competitive, 5K-10K walks that combine exercise, fresh air, prizes and fun for the whole family. Some walks even include a festival that features great food, health screenings, prizes and local athletes and entertainment!
Times: 8:30am
Location: Jones Park, Highway 90, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 604-5307

12th ANNUAL CRUISIN’ THE COAST (featured event)
October 5-12
Cruisin’ The Coast has become a major tourism boom for the Mississippi Gulf Coast and the biggest special event in the state of Mississippi! Car enthusiasts from over 35 states and Canada drive to the Mississippi Gulf Coast once a year to showcase and to cruise a variety of antique, classic and hot rod automobiles at designated stops along the Coast in Ocean Springs, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Long Beach, and Bay St. Louis. Cruisin’ The Coast began back in 1996, when the Mississippi Gulf Coast Gaming Association decided to host an event that would attract more visitors to the area - and has it ever! In its inaugural year, the event drew only 374 registered vehicles from neighboring states. But since then, the event has grown exponentially. Last year, Cruisin’ The Coast drew in an impressive 4026 registered cars and shows no signs of slowing down! Times: Check website for schedule of events
Location: Mississippi Gulf Coast (Coastwide)
Phone: (228) 385-3847

BILOXI LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS “THE LARAMIE PROJECT “
October 10-12 & 16-18
Join us for this deeply moving and breathtaking play base on the true story of the murder of Matthew Shepard, a student of University of Wyoming who was savagely beaten, tied to a fence and left to die in Laramie, Wyoming in 1998. Faithfully transcribed from some 200 hours of interviews, plus police records, court testimony and more, it is really a judicious job of cut-and-paste for dramatic effect! However, as The Laramie Project unfolds, there is a gradual awareness that this horrible act could have taken place in a whole lot of places where there are wide-open spaces and narrow, closed minds. The result is an indictment of the crime but something of a vindication of the town! Times: Call for performance times
Location: Biloxi Little Theatre, 220 Lee Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 432-8543

FAZZIO’S RODEO, FALL FESTIVAL & HORSE EXTRAVAGANZA!
October 10-12
Mechanical Bull Riding contest, mule pull, chili cook-off, arts & crafts booths, concerts, tent sale, live auction, rodeo, pony rides, petting zoo, animal adoptions, bungee trampoline, giant slides & obstacle courses, great food and drink and much more! Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Research!
Times: See website for complete schedule of events!
Location: Fazzio’s Home & Farm Center, 23506 Highway 53, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 832-2122

ST. ROSE DE LIMA CHURCH FAIR
October 10-12
Entertainment, games, arts and crafts, live music, raffle and fabulous food! Fun for the whole family! A local hometown atmosphere event!
Times: Friday opens @ 4pm; Saturday opens @ 11am; Sunday opens @ 12 Noon
Location: 301 South Necaise Avenue, Bay St. Louis
Phone: (228) 467-7347

12th ANNUAL PARADE OF HOMES
October 11-12 (tentative)
The latest in home construction and decor is featured throughout beautiful homes all along the Gulf Coast! The homes range inn price and are all open for viewing! Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of the Mississippi Gulf Coast!
Times: 10am-5pm
Location: Throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast Area
Phone: (228) 896-7646

7th ANNUAL BEAU RIVAGE BENEFIT GALA
October 16
Mark your calendar for the event of the year! The Beau Rivage presents a gala evening with an upscale fashion show, gourmet dinner, cocktails & silent auction of fine art! The event is donated by the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and all proceeds benefit Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art!
Times: 6pm-10pm
Location: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 374-5547

MISSISSIPPI GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS
October 17-18
1000’s “Gold Wings” converge on the Gulf Coast! Vendors, Door Prizes, Inside & Outside Games, Seminars, Costume Contest, Poker Run, Couple of the Year Contest, Riding & Non Riding Games, Talent Show, Light Show and parade, Grand Prize Drawing and much more!
Times: (Events) Thursday 12noon–7pm; Friday 8am–9pm; Saturday 8am–7pm
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (601) 684-3308

“ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE”
October 17-19
Based on a true story of a Texan and her friendship with the then quickly- rising country music star. After hearing Ms. Cline sing on the Arthur Godfrey Show, Louise becomes a fan. Through a chance meeting, the two women become fast friends and share their joys and sorrows throughout the two-year period prior to the legend’s death in an airplane crash. Starring Tammy Turnage & Glenda O’Neal & Directed by David Delk! Presented by KNS Theatre!
Times: Call for performance times
Location: Saenger Theatre, 170 Reynoir Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 218-9026

25th ANNUAL TOAST OF THE COAST
October 17
Join the Coast Episcopal Parents Organization for the most anticipated event of the year – TOAST TO THE COAST! This annual fundraising event, features specialty dishes, from many of the finest Gulf Coast restaurants and caterers, a live & silent auction, music and dancing!
Times: 7pm
Location: Ramsey Residence, 845 East Scenic Drive, Pass Christian
Phone: (228) 452-9442

DISNEY LIVE! “WINNIE THE POOH” LIVE ON STAGE!
October 17
Join Winnie the Pooh (and his friends, too!) as they bring the classic charm of the Hundred Acre Wood to the stage in an all-new live production – Disney Live – Winnie the Pooh! The audience is encouraged to join Pooh and his friends in this interactive family theatrical experience where the audience will imitate Pooh’s renowned “stoutness” exercises, learn Tigger’s exuberant Whoop-de-Dooper Bounce, play along with Rabbit’s super-sized garden vegetables as they bound through the audience and help recreate other memorable moments from the world of Winnie the Pooh!
Times: Call for performance time
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (800) 726-2781 or (228) 594-3700

3rd ANNUAL BLUES FESTIVAL & FAMILY DAY
October 17
A family FUN festival, featuring major “Blues” performers, food, car show and much more! Come enjoy “Southern Soul & Blues!” Times: Car Show 11am-1pm, Gates open @ 1pm, Festival starts @ 3pm
Location: Biloxi Community Center, Howard Avenue, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 547-1151
Admission: Admission Charged

18th ANNUAL GAUTIER MULLET FESTIVAL
October 18-19
Entertainment Stage featuring live bands all day long, Traditional Community Entertainment Stage, The New Heritage and Educational Area – Historical, Wildlife, Bird Watching, Ecological & Fisheries, and Health & Safety Exhibits. Local craftsmen will give live demonstrations of their craft. “Iron Chef” type Mullet Cook-off contest, Antique Car Show, Traditional Mullet Toss Contest & Cast Net Contest and Arts & Crafts vendors from across
the region.
Times: 10am-6pm
Location: La Maison Gautier
Phone: (228) 522-0573

22nd ANNUAL FALL MUSTER
October 18-19
Experience the sights, sounds, and even the smells of the 1861-1865 conflict! There will be cavalry, Infantry and cannon demonstrations, and a battle on each day! All branches of service, North and South, civilians, drummer boys and spectators welcomed! Festivities include a Picnic Basket Auction, Ladies Tea & a Saturday Night Dance with Entertainment! Proceeds will benefit the reconstruction of Beauvoir! Event Sponsored by Sam Davis #596 Mississippi Division SCV!
Times: Gates open @ 9am
Location: Beauvoir, 2244 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 388-4400

87th ANNUAL JACKSON COUNTY FAIR
October 19-26
Thrill rides, livestock shows, arts/crafts displays, food booths, exhibits, live music, “Old Settlers Day” and much more! Join us for this “Blue Ribbon” affair and “A Fall Tradition!” Times: Sunday opens @ 4pm; Monday - Thursday opens @ 11am; Friday opens @ 10am; Saturday opens @ 11am; Sunday opens @ 1pm Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds @ Intersection Shortcut & Hospital Road
Phone: (228) 762-6043 or (228) 217-1667

FOUR TOPS & TEMPTATIONS
October 24
Motown’s most consistent hit-makers in the 1960’s, and the longest-lived lineup of songs for over 40 years – performs live!
Times: 8pm
Location: Beau Rivage Theatre, 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (888) 566-7469 or (228) 386-7111

RICK SPRINGFIELD
October 24
“I Get Excited,” “What Kind of Fool Am I?,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” and more... performed live!
Times: Doors open @ 6:30pm; Showtime @ 8pm
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (877) 877-6256 or 374-7625

THE PLATTERS
October 26
The most popular vocal group of the 50’s takes us down memory lane with their smash hits! Presented by the Diamondhead Performing Arts!
Times: 7pm
Location: Diamondhead Country Club, 7600 Country Club Circle, Diamondhead (Exit 16 North I-10)
Phone: (228) 255-4778 or (228) 255-2861

30th ANNUAL SALUTE TO THE MILITARY
October 28
Join us as we salute our military men and women! Guest speakers, dinner, and dance make this a fabulous and most IMPORTANT evening!
Times: 6pm
Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 604-0014

PAVLO
October 30
A Greek musical group perform a mix of sounds with Greek and Latin influences for a unique style described as Mediterranean music! Hosted by The Coast Community Concert Association!
Times: 7:30pm
Location: Saenger Theatre, 170 Reynoir Street, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 861-3661

TOPS IN BLUE CONCERT
October 30
Members of the Air Force Tops in Blue entertainment troupe will perform a free concert as part of MWR. The group – called the Air Force’s “expeditionary entertainers” – perform a 90-minute music, dance and comedy show. The vocalists, musicians and dancers are all active duty air force members. Top of Blue will perform in more than 20 countries in 10 months. The talented group features 50’s, 60’s, jazz, modern hits, contemporary songs and much more! A show NOT to be missed!
Times: Show begins @ 7pm
Location: Mississippi Coast Coliseum
Phone: (228) 594-3700 or (800) 726-2781

GULF COAST MILITARY COLLECTOR’S SHOW
October 31 - November 1
A show about history and the preservation of history featuring vendors from across the country offering Military memorabilia, war souvenirs, and more!
Times: Friday 12 Noon – 6pm & Saturday 9am – 4pm
Location: D’Iberville Civic Center, 10395 Automall Parkway, D’Iberville
Phone: (228) 832-7894 or (228) 875-0802

HAUNTED TRAIL IN SAUCIER
October 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25 (tentative)
For a night you won’t forget... come join us at the Haunted Trail in Saucier! We’ve been voted the “Best Haunted Happening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!” Proceeds benefit The Prevention of Child Abuse!
Times: 7 pm – 12 midnight
Phone: (228) 868-8686
Admission: Admission Charged

36th ANNUAL ST. JAMES FALL FESTIVAL
October 18-19
Annual festival featuring a wide variety of food, children’s activities, live entertainment, crafts, plants, pumpkin patch, a White Elephant Sale, raffle, silent auction and much more! Join us for this annual FAMILY affair!
Times: Saturday 11 am-8 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm
Location: St.. James Catholic Church, 366 Cowan Road, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 896-6631
Admission: Free

50th ANNUAL NATIVITY ELEMENTARY HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
October 18
Family oriented event featuring a cakewalk, duck pond, golf, photo booth, costume & pumpkin carving contests, pony rides, food and more!
Times: 4 pm-10 pm
Location: Nativity B.V.M. Elementary School, 1046 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 432-2269
Admission: Spectators Free

ANNUAL SCARECROW CONTEST UPTOWN, DOWNTOWN, ALL AROUND TOWN!
October 18
Decorated Businesses competing for top awards and the BEST Scarecrow! Norman Winter will judge the scarecrow entries and announce the winner @ Courtney Farms on Highway 90! Come out and see the beautiful decorations!
Times: 10 am
Location: Downtown Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-4424
Admission: Spectators Free

LONG BEACH CARNIVAL ASSN “HAUNTED TRAIL”
October 24-25 (tentative)
An evening of “Frightful Fun” hosted by the Long Beach Carnival Association. Family entertainment includes face painting, decorating your own sweet treat, food & drinks and a moonlight hayride! Join us for a “Spooktecular” Evening!
Times: 7 pm – 10 pm
Location: St. Ann’s Church, Dubuisson Church Road – (Vidalia & Dubuission intersection)
Phone: (228) 343-3972

2nd ANNUAL JONESTOBERFEST & GULFPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT “FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL”
October 25 (tentative)
Join in the celebration with the GRANDEST event in NEW Jones Park! Starting with a pet parade… bring your dog in costume! Live entertainment, food, vendor booths, and activities for children, games, & fun for all ages will follow! Free shuttle bus for parking provided! Join us for a great fall afternoon with FAMILY, FRIENDS & FIDO!
Times: 2 pm – 7 pm
Location: Jones Park, Highway 49 & Highway 90, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 234-4950
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Admission: Spectators Free

3rd ANNUAL KREBS CEMETERY TOUR
October 25 (tentative)
Join us for this “spooky” journey back in time! Hosted by the City of Pascagoula, the Krebs Cemetery, (a very beautiful, well kept, with some older stones in the front right corner (primarily in French), sits on the banks overlooking Krebs Lake. Krebs Lake is a continuance of the Pascagoula River! Some of the residents lived to a ripe old age for their time – right into their 90’s!
Times: 6 pm
Location: See directions above
Phone: (228) 938-6604
Admission: Spectators Free

AAECM’S ANNUAL GHOSTS, GHOULS & GOBLINS OPEN SHOW
October 25
This event is for all car enthusiasts! Great food, and entertainment for all to enjoy! Bring your car, truck, or bike! Halloween costume for registered car show participants -prizes for the top three costumes!
Times: 9 am – 5 pm
Location: In front of Choice Supermarket, Hardy Court Shopping Center, Courthouse Road, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 388-1880
Admission: Spectators Free

HALLOWEEN CAMPFIRE ON THE BAYOU
October 25 (tentative)
Come listen to spooky tales! Bring your blanket or chair and some marshmallows & sticks for roasting. Camp fire will be burning!
Times: Hours: 7 pm – 8 pm
Location: Gulf Island National Seashore, 3500 Park Road, Ocean Springs
Phone: 228-875-9057 ext: 100
Admission: Free

OCEAN SPRINGS HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
October 25 (tentative)
A family friendly evening of haunting fun for children 12 and under! Wear your costume, bring a flashlight, and get ready for fun! Costume contest, outdoor movie, carnival games & prizes, face painting, arts & crafts, pumpkin painting, space walks, flashlight egg hunt, snacks, refreshments & more! Sponsored by Ocean Springs Parks & Leisure Services!
Times: 6 pm-9 pm
Location: Alice Street Center, 400 Alice Street, Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-4236
Admission: Free

15th ANNUAL CEDAR REST CEMETERY TOUR
October 31
The Hancock County Historical Society proudly hosts the annual Halloween Tour of Cedar Rest Cemetery. Locals portray past citizens from days long gone! The candlelit tour attracts many visitors and there are usually 10 – 13 burial sites portrayed. Tour started from a group of local citizens who wanted to protect this resting place from vandals. The group would watch over the cemetery throughout the night! Donations are appreciated and all proceeds support the Society’s cemetery restoration efforts. Refreshments will be served @ The Kate Lobrano House. This is an interesting & historical event-one not to be missed!
Times: 5 pm-8 pm
Location: Cedar Rest Cemetery, 2nd Street, Bay St. Louis
Phone: (228) 467-4090
Admission: Donations accepted

D’IBERVILLE TRUNK OR TREAT
October 31
Decorated cars & frightening characters give out candy & treats to Halloween trick or treaters!
Times: 5:30 pm
Location: D’Iberville Sports Complex, Broadie Road, D’Iberville
Phone: (228) 392-2293
Admission: Free

OCEAN SPRINGS TRICK OR TREAT DOWN THE STREET
October 31
Merchants will be handing out “goodies” to children in Downtown Ocean Springs!
Times: 6 pm – 8 pm
Location: Downtown Ocean Springs
Phone: (228) 875-4424
Admission: Free

PASCAGOULA TRUNK R TREAT
October 31
Decorated cars give out candy & treats to Halloween trick or treaters! The event features a Karaoke contest, prize giveaways, T-shirt sales, face painting, food sale and haunted house!
Times: 6 pm - 8 pm
Location: Downtown Pascagoula
Phone: (228) 938-2356
 

On-Going Events

GULFPORT DRAGWAY - Wednesdays
Gulfport Dragway is an independent, ¼ mile asphalt-concrete pad dragstrip on an elevation of 50 feet! King of the Hill, Grudge, Test & Tune races are a few of the races held at this track!
Times: Gates & Time trials @ 6 pm - Eliminations @ 9 pm
Location: Gulfport Dragway, 17085 Race Track Road, Gulfport
Phone: (228) 863-4408
Admission: Admission Charged

MAGNOLIA CLASSIC CRUISERS MONTHLY CRUISE IN
First Saturday of Each Month
Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County hosts their monthly “Cruise-In” on the first Saturday of each Month March – September! Please note if a holiday falls on that date…the cruise in will be cancelled for that month! Come join us for a GREAT time…our cruise in features many vintage vehicles…food…& FUN!
Times: 6-9 pm
Location: Northrup Grumman Engineering Complex, Highway 90, Pascagoula (Old K-Mart Building)
Phone: (228) 327-1530 or (228) 769-2622
Admission: Spectators Free

WATERFRONT CAFÉ - Last Friday of the Month (April - September)
Sponsored by the River City Cultural Foundation, this smorgasbord of music & food brings folks, armed with lawn chairs and coolers, to the downtown boardwalk! One can toe-tap to the rhythms or dance away the evening at this fun-filled event! Participants come by boat, car, bike, or on foot to enjoy the old-fashioned spirit of this community “happening!” See ya at the river!
Times: 6 pm-10 pm
Location: Riverfront Park – Downtown Moss Point
Phone: (228) 474-9332
Admission: Spectators Free

COAST CRUIZERS & PINK LADIES MONTHLY CRUISE IN - Held 1st Saturday Monthly
Family atmosphere, so bring the kids, the neighbors even the in-laws! Poodle Bucks, 50/50, door prizes, games, music and more! Hosted by Coast Cruizers & The Pink Ladies!
Times: 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Edgewater Mall, 2600 Highway 90, Biloxi
Phone: (228) 392-6134 or (228) 324-1301
Admission: Spectators Free

MISFITS STREET KREWZE MONTHLY CRUISE IN - Held every 2nd & 5th Saturday of each month
All types of vehicles will be showing off “their stuff” From Pre 49 Street Rods to Corvettes….we have every type vehicle for any car enthusiast! The Misfits Street Krewzers was established in 1999 and has been getting bigger & better over the years! We host many benefits for the disadvantaged and co-host the city of Bay St. Louis during the annual “Cruisin’ the Coast “ event! Due to the increase in vehicle participation ….we had to move to our new location (Behind Burger King)!
Times: 6 pm – 9 pm
Location: Zappardo’s Shopping Center, Highway 90, Bay St. Louis
Phone: (228) 216-1259
Admission: Spectators Free

BLUEGRASS & SWAMP BILLY CONCERT - Last Saturday Monthly
Come enjoy gospel music chocked full of high energy, lots of strings, tight harmonies and lyrics that’ll have you stomping your feet in no time! This Bluegrass and Swamp Billy benefit concert features The Mule Skinners and many other musical groups! Proceeds go towards His Way Ministries, which feeds over 100 homebound folks every week! Concessions are available and the event is family oriented & kid friendly!
Times: 6:30 pm
Location: Caswell Springs United Methodist Church, 18601 Highway 63, Moss Point
Phone: (228) 218-8856
Admission: Free