The parade route begins at the intersection of Drinkwater and Highway 90 in Bay St. Louis, then rolls west ending at Auderder Street and Highway 90. It’s great fun for the entire family. Call 228.216.9911.
It’s carnival season! Wear your finest and bring your dancing shoes and hear the band then bid on incredible artwork, jewelry, sports memorabilia and amazing deals from the Jackson area and beyond as part of the silent and live auctions. Visit msdiabetes.org/bacchus-ball or call 601.957.7878
Downtown Vicksburg’s annual Mardi Gras parade will begin at 4 p.m. Area clubs, churches, organizations, schools, dance drill teams, and businesses will take part in this community parade. The parade begins at Washington and Belmont streets and travels north on Washington Street to Jackson Street. For more information, call 601.634.4527 or visit downtownvicksburg.org.
The parade starts at noon at the corner of Davis Avenue and Second Street. Some consider this parade to be the “Best” of Mardi Gras! Hosted by the St. Paul Carnival Association. Call 228.234.2022.
Spend the day with family and friends in downtown Biloxi enjoying the oldest parade on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Pre-parade activities are held at the City Hall. Mardi Gras beads, stuffed animals, cups, doubloons, and plenty of other trinkets will be thrown from more than 100 beautifully decorated floats. Call 228.432.8806.
See all of the wonderful sights of Mardi Gras during this unique night parade—complete with colorful costumes, floats, and other interesting Mardi Gras-themed items! More than 60 floats will participate. Call 228.860.2578.
This six-week United States Equestrian Foundation AA rated hunter-jumper event highlight some the finest equine athletes from across the nation. With approximately 1,000 horses exhibiting and 12,000 spectators, this is the largest hunter/jumper show on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Spectators attend free of charge each Sunday. Call 228.832.3691 or 843.768.5503.
Enjoy for 5 days with more than 100 films, great food, great parties, great panels, workshops and more. For more information, visit oxfordfilmfest.com or look the event up on Facebook.
This free festival celebrates the contributions of Mississippi African-Americans, and features the popular Filmmaker’s Black Tie & Blues Bash that showcases the culinary talents of Mississippi chefs. Call 601.594.4429 or email info4nmhs@gmail.com for more information.
Gardening expert Felder Rushing will be at the Greenville Higher Education Center to give practical tips on how to have a stress-free garden. Many vendors will also be available selling gardening supplies, accessories, and plants. Call 662.378.3980, 662.820.4309 or email margaretbaird05@yahoo.com.