MISSISSIPPI:   January, February, March, April & May   -   June & July

August & September   -   October   -   November & December
 

2023 Mississippi: August & September
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
(see also: 2022  -  2021  -  2019  -  2015)

September 9, 2023
42nd Annual Biloxi Seafood Festival - Biloxi, Mississippi
Biloxi Chamber of Commerce's biggest fundraiser, is a celebration of seafood heritage in the City of Biloxi. Attendees will enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts, and the best seafood on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.   Attendance: 25,000.

September 20-23, 2023  Hancock County Fair - Kiln, Mississippi
The Hancock County Fair is an annual event in which everyone looks forward to. This year's fair will take place at the Hancock County Fairgrounds in Kiln, MS.  There is something for everyone . .It is a family affair with Live Entertainment, Midway Games, a Rodeo, Arts and Craft Vendors and Local Restaurants sharing their specialties as well as traditional Fair Food Vendors. There will be several events held: Corn Hole Tournament, a Hancock Fair Queen Pageant; Cutest Kid Contest as well as a Car Show. There will be Livestock Exhibits and Cow Drop Bingo. There will be  RV Rental Spaces available.

September 22-October 1, 2023  Mid-South Fair - Southaven, Mississippi
The Mid-South Fair is dedicated to educating and connecting the region to its agricultural heritage by promoting local industry, providing safe family-oriented entertainment, and rewarding agricultural and craft achievement through an annual exposition.

September 28, 2023  14th Annual Taste of Long Beach
Long Beach, Mississippi
Join the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce for the Taste of Long Beach event at the Long Beach Senior Center. Here's your chance to be able to sample and enjoy food and beverages from local restaurants. There will also be a silent auction and live music. Must be 21 of age or older to attend.

September 29, 2023  unWINE Downtown - Starkville, Mississippi
Three times a year — Spring, Summer & Fall — Starkville Main Street members open their doors for a ladies-only night of wine tasting and after-hours shopping with unWINE Downtown. Participating boutiques and shops serve a variety of wine and appetizer pairings. Plus, they offer at least 20% off all merchandise to unWINE Downtown ticket holders. Don’t miss the next installment of Girls’ Night Out — Starkville style!

September 29-Oct 1, 2023 - 35th Annual Mississippi Pecan Festival
New Augusta, Mississippi
Fulmer's farmstead.  Draft Horse Farming; Antique Farm Equipment Demonstrations; Stock Dog Demonstrations; Purtiest Rooster Contest; Mule Pull; Living History Farmstead; Talent Show; Blacksmith Demonstrations.
 

2022 Mississippi: August & September
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
events waiting for new dates

September 17, 2022  Muscadine Jubilee - Pelahatchie, Mississippi
Thousands of people have been coming to Pelahatchie late in the summer to pay homage to the muscadine grape, famed ingredient in southern wines, pies, and jellies. Food, fun, arts and crafts, music, and of course, the Grape Stomp!
 

September 18, 2022  Chefs of the Coast Food & Wine Gala
Gulfport, Mississippi
The Mississippi Gulf Coast's premiere food and wine event.  It is a showcase of the Coast's diverse and delicious cuisine and where our local chefs come to shine.  Members are eligible for discounts on ServSafe training, as well as other workshops and educational opportunities.

September 24, 2022  Wing Dang Doodle Festival - Forest, Mississippi
Teams will vie for bragging rights and a $1000.00 grand prize for the best grilled, smoked or fried chicken wings in the area. Arts and crafts, an antique tractor show, chicken crowing contest will delight all festival participants.  Activities are planned throughout the day for all ages.  Live Music.  Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a fun filled afternoon.   Admission is free so come and have a "wing dang doodle" of a time and enjoy a little southern hospitality.
 

2021 Mississippi: August & September
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
events waiting for new dates

September 17-18, 2021 - Mississippi Gourd Festival
Raleigh, Mississippi
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS.  Sponsored by Mississippi Gourd Society.  Smith County Ag Complex.

2015 Mississippi: August & September
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows, Events
events still waiting for new dates

September 11-12, 2015  Fire & Feast BBQ Competition and Festival
Yazoo City, Mississippi
However you spell it – barbecue, barbeque, BBQ, or Bar-B-Que – the tradition we celebrate is one of family, food, fun and fellowship!  Add to that our HUGE Prize money, and we’ve got an event that everyone wants to be a part of!  Held annually in September on the 1st Friday and Saturday after Labor Day, this event features three barbecue competitions and a total of $20,000 in cash prizes, as well as live music and arts & crafts.  Presented by the Yazoo County CVB and the Yazoo County Fair Association, this event takes place at the Yazoo County Fairgrounds.