JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (November 15-17) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Food Truck Friday -Jackson – Friday

• The multi-vendor event celebrates Jackson’s food truck cuisine and culture.

Fleet Feet Coffee Run – Ridgeland – Friday

• The group usually makes a large loop around the area. After the run, the first round of coffee is free on Fleet Feet!

2nd NextTech Recycling Event – Ridgeland – Friday

• Renaissance at Colony Park and Nextech Partners, Inc. are coming together once again to offer local residents a way to safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted electronic devices and to help combat E-Waste accumulation in Mississippi with an E-Waste Disposal Event in recognition of America Recycles Day!

Live at Five – Natchez – Friday

• Live at Five is a free, family-friendly, outdoor concert series held at the Bandstand on the Natchez Bluff overlooking the Mississippi River.

Dinosaurs Around the World – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• With advanced animatronics, a multi-layered narrative, cutting-edge research, in an outdoor environment surrounded by nature, you’ll experience the Age of Reptiles brought back to life.

Ridgeland Scarecrow Trail – Ridgeland – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Come to the Ridgeland Wildflower Field & Art Park and take a stroll among the pumpkins and scarecrows. 

Christmas Pilgrimage Tour of Historic Homes – Ridgeland – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The Christmas tours offer a blend of tradition, history, and holiday cheer, allowing you to immerse yourself in the unique yuletide charm of Natchez.

Millsaps vs. Trinity – Jackson – Saturday

• Millsaps College football will face Trinity.

Tea Party with a T-Rex – Jackson – Saturday

• The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science will have a storytime about “Tea Rex”, play in the fossil pile, and will have light refreshments for the children.

Holiday Open House – Jackson – Saturday

• This free event will feature music, vendors, and refreshments from Nick Wallace Culinary.

Holiday Stroll – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy live music, kids activities, and special shopping discounts as you stroll around Highland Village.

National Folk Festival Kickoff Event – Jackson – Saturday

• A one-day kickoff event will provide a taste of what’s to come at the nation’s premier celebration of the artistic traditions of all Americans.

Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy a guided tour, demonstrations by Mississippi quilters, and performances by New Orleans-based artist Shaka Zulu and Mississippi’s own Caldwell Singers.

Hoodoo Espresso Launch Party – Jackson – Saturday

• Cathead Distillery is celebrating the launch of Hoodoo Espresso, its latest ready-to-serve espresso martini crafted with Cathead Vodka, direct-trade coffee, and Demerara sugar.

NaNoWriMo – Jackson – Saturday

• Join the historic Eudora Welty House & Garden every Saturday afternoon this November for a cozy, inspiring writing space as part of National Novel Writing Month.

Mississippi Farmers Market – Jackson – Saturday

• From persimmons to peaches, from bok choy to butter beans, the Mississippi Farmers Market is the one place to go for the freshest fruits and vegetables that are grown in the state.

Orvis – CARA Yappy Hour with Santa Paws – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Bring in your phone to snap a pic of your pup with Santa!

Mystery Dinner Theatre – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Join The Detectives at Anjou for big laughs and a three course dinner!

“Barbershop Bash” – Natchez – Saturday

• This community screening event will offer educational resources on prevention and early detection as well as screenings for prostate and colorectal cancer. There will also be free food, music and fun activities for children.

Natchez Festival of Music – Natchez – Saturday

• Natchez Festival of Music presents Duo Cintemani (Nicolas Ciraldo, guitar, and Rachel Taratoot Ciraldo, Flute) presenting a rich tapestry of beautiful, intricate, and inspiring music from Europe, North and South America, and Israel.

Natchez Farmers Market – Natchez – Saturday

• Every week there will be live fresh produce, baked goods, fresh dairy, and arts and crafts all from local growers and artists.

Cruzin’ on the River – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Proceeds from the event will go to local charities.

Holiday Floral Design Workshop – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Come learn about holiday floral design made from Mississippi grown materials with MSU Extension professors.

Across the Universe at the Strand – Vicksburg – Saturday

• The music of the Beatles creates a revolutionary rock musical that re-imagines America in the turbulent late-1960s.

Points and Pints – Jackson – Sunday

• Fertile Ground will host Points and Pints with USTA Foam Ball Tennis.

Pine Belt

Percussion Extravaganza – Hattiesburg – Friday

• The USM Percussion Studio presents its Fall Percussion Extravaganza!

Wine Down Downtown – Laurel – Friday

• Wine Down is a prefect date night or girls’ night out! Pick up your cup from the LMS Entry tent, located at the corner of Central Avenue and North Magnolia Street.

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

• The event will be held at 320 5th St.

LRMA Historic District Walking Tour – Laurel – Friday

• Join Museum Director George Bassi for an engaging and informational walking tour of Laurel’s historical district as he traces the history and evolution of the city and some of it’s finest homes and structures.

47th annual Oyster Luv Tennis Tournament – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Registration includes tennis matches, t-shirt, beer, and food for the weekend, including oysters provided by Half Shell Oyster House on Saturday.

New Exhibit at Hattiesburg Pocket Museum – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum has a new exhibit every month, so be sure to head downtown for a small surprise!

“White Christmas” – Laurel – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Based on the 1954 film starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye, this show is full of the wonders of the golden age of movie musicals.

Comedian Danae Hays – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Equal parts ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic, Andy Samberg and Carole Burnett, Danae Hays represents a fresh, new female voice in the comedy and music worlds. Hays will perform at Hattiesburg’s Historic Saenger Theater.

Downtown Holiday Open House – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Sip, shop, dine, stroll, and celebrate in Downtown Hattiesburg as the city kicks off the holiday season.

Eagle Epic – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Racers will take compete to see who can complete the most laps of the 7.00 mile course in 3 or 6 hours. 

Pine Belt Heart Walk – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The event will be held at William Carey University.

November Art Market and Plant Swap – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• As a premier city in the Gulf South, this event hopes to engage locals and visitors to take part in our local creative economy while celebrating local artists.

HAC Emerging Artists and High School Exhibit – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The performance features the Hattiesburg High School Concert Choir Under the direction of Gary McCullum.

Golden Eagle Intertribal Society Powwow – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The Southern Miss Powwow is an annual celebration of the culture and traditions of Native peoples. This year’s event will be held at Spirit Park on the Hattiesburg campus.

USM Madrigals Fall Concert – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The School of Music and Choral Activities present the USM Madrigals in concert.

Compositions by Candlelight – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Step into an enchanting evening of live strings, glowing candlelight, and unforgettable moments.

Annual Iron Pour – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The annual Iron Pour is a long-standing tradition where artists and students from various institutions collaborate to create sculptures cast in iron.

Forrest County Farmers Market – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• You’ll be able to find fresh fruit and vegetables, jellies, baked goods, casseroles,
  soaps, flowers and more!

Ellisville Market Days – Ellisville – Saturday

• The event will feature handmade, homemade, and homegrown goods!

2024 Suzuki Strings Fall Concert – Hattiesburg – Sunday

• This recital features performances from pre-college students and adults in the community.

Fall Choral Concert featuring Concert Choir with University Singers – Hattiesburg – Sunday

• The School of Music presents Concert Choir and University Singers, two talented choral groups.