Fabulous fall events in Coastal Mississippi

This fall, the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be right at the center of cultural celebration, with a host of culinary offerings and lively entertainment showcasing the region

As the Gulf Coast transitions into autumn, Coastal Mississippi is hosting six colorful events that highlight the very best of the region.

“We’re excited to invite everyone to experience the magic of fall on the Gulf Coast through our outstanding seasonal events,” said Judy Young, CEO of Coastal Mississippi Tourism.

“Our lineup of events showcases the best of our region, from delicious food to rich culture, and, of course, our vibrant and welcoming Coastal spirit.”

Annual Mississippi Songwriters Festival – September 19-22

This fall, the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be the epicenter of cultural festivities, culinary delights, and lively entertainment. Jackson County comes alive as multiple venues in Ocean Springs and Gautier host the Mississippi Songwriters Festival, a four-day free celebration of music which is free to attend.

The Freakin’ Weekend | Car, Truck, & Bike – September 20-22

The three-day The Freakin’ Weekend Show features everything needed to say goodbye to summer, including Biloxi’s biggest beach party and a car, truck, and bike show. Located at Harrah’s Gulf Coast, visitors can enjoy spectacular views, dancing to live DJs, plus delicious gulf coast food.

Annual Taste of Long Beach – September 26

Presented by the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce, the 15th annual Taste of Long Beach, is a one-day event featuring local food and beverages. Attendees can watch as guest chefs create enticing food and drinks.

Annual Cruisin’ the Coast – October 6-13

The largest annual event in Mississippi, Cruisin’ the Coast, boasts thousands of classic cars converging on each of Coastal Mississippi’s towns for an entire week of rock ‘n’ roll, sock hops, swap meets, and top entertainment. Car enthusiasts parade their classic, hot rods and custom vehicles up and down Highway 90 with entertainment provided at designated stops in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gautier, Gulfport, Long Beach, Ocean Springs, Pass Christian, and Pascagoula. Since its inception in 1996, Cruisin’ the Coast has grown from 374 cars to over 10,000 annually.

Annual Gulf Coast Shrimp Tasting Festival – October 19

The 4th annual Gulf Coast Shrimp Tasting Festival showcases fresh-caught shrimp from the Mississippi Sound and includes everything from a Mississippi shrimp cook-off to live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, car shows and more. Located at Biloxi Point Cadet Plaza, travelers will enjoy a fabulous day of food, fun, and entertainment.

Annual Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival – November 2-3

Kicking off the month of November, Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival is Mississippi’s largest annual arts festival. Located in downtown Ocean Springs, the Festival was created to honor master potter, Peter Anderson, original potter of Shearwater Pottery, and to celebrate the arts community. Attendees can experience works from local and regional artists and crafters, from paintings to ceramics, jewelry, and more.

To plan a trip to Coastal Mississippi, visit CoastalMississippi.com. 

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