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2009 MISSISSIPPI 2009
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
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March 6-8, 2009 Southern Breeze Wine + Culinary Festival
Biloxi, Mississippi
The Southern Breeze Wine + Culinary Festival visits cities throughout the Gulf Coast states to share the love of fine wine, gourmet cuisine and Gulf Coast culture.
April 4, 2009 34th Annual World Catfish Festival
Belzoni, Mississippi
The Catfish Capital of the World. Crowning of Miss Catfish, Catfish Eating Contest, Catfish on Parade, music, arts, crafts.
April 16-19, 2009 17th Annual Crawfish Festival
Biloxi, Mississippi
April 16-19 & 23-26. Delicious food, spectacular rides, challenging games and unique vendors. It was chosen as one of the top 200 events in the United States. That includes it in a class with the Daytona 500. The festival draws crowds from three states, and averages 50,000 guests during its 8-day run.
April 18, 2009 Sante' South Wine Festival
Jackson, Mississippi
More than 30 vintners of fine wines from across the globe, and the best in the state restaurant fare offering samplings of their wares. Proceeds from the event support Alzheimer's Association -Mississippi Chapter. The south's preeminent wine experience!
July 9-11, 2009 Annual Slugburger Festival
Corinth, Mississippi (no website)
A one of a kind favorite, named in honor of a unique 'burger,' features arts, crafts, carnival rides, and slugburger samplings. And live entertainment. The carnival is located on Court Square.
July 17-18, 2009 Mize Watermelon Festival
Mize, Mississippi
Home Of World Famous Smith County Watermelons.
July 31-Aug 2, 2009 Natchez Food & Wine Festival
Natchez, Mississippi
Tastings Along the River, 5th Annual Martha White Cook Off, Wine & Cheese Tasting, Mixology Class, Champagne Jazz Brunch, etc.
September 12-13, 2009 Annual Biloxi Seafood Festival
Biloxi, Mississippi
This two day event attracts approximately 25,000 festival goers, vendors and volunteers.
September 26, 2009 Wing Dang Doodle Festival
Forest, Mississippi
Chicken wing cooking contest, live blues music, arts and crafts, talent show, pet parade and more! For additional Information: 601-469-4332 or chamberguide@bellsouth.net
October 1-3, 2009 19th annual Hog Wild BBQ Cooking Contest
Corinth, Mississippi
This competition “pits” some of the best cooking teams around in a tasty barbecue contest. The festival was once known as the Tri-State Fair features live entertainment and thrilling rides.
October 17-18, 2009 19th Annual Gautier Mullet & Music Festival
Gautier, Mississippi
Enjoy delicious regional food specialties, Music & Entertainment, Arts & Craft show, Regional Food, Heritage & Educational Area, Car & Motorcycle Show, Mullet Toss Contest and Kid's Area. Fun for all ages. Over 30,000 folks attended last year’s festival. Free Admission
October 30-Nov 1, 2009 SFA 2009 Symposium
Oxford, Mississippi
Southern Foodways Alliance: 12th Southern Foodways Symposium.
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