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 (May 16-18) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday

• This is a multi-vendor event celebrating Jackson’s food truck cuisine and culture.

Friday Nights @ Milepost 89 – Clinton – Friday

• Leo Moreira and Carlos Calabrese are set to bring some great acoustic guitar music.

Live at Five – Natchez – Friday

• This is a free live music concert featuring The Stolen Faces!

Wild West/Wild Women Staged Reading – Natchez – Friday

• This 45 minute original vignette, written by LAF Foster Ikel and Sandra Foster Lovas, showcases three misunderstood frontier females, Annie Oakley, Sarah Winchester, and Lola Montez, who refused to accept conventional boundaries while alive or even after their deaths.

Pepsi Pops – Ridgeland – Friday

• Against the backdrop of a balmy sunset, a starry night sky and the gentle waves of the Rez, MSO treats listeners young, old and in-between to a lineup of favorites from stage, screen and the top of the charts.

Classics in the Courtyard – Vicksburg – Friday

• This event will offer a variety of entertainment through different genres of classical music. The musical entertainment is provided by Howl and the Big Bad Wolves.

Natchez Spring Carnival – Natchez – Friday and Saturday

• Enjoy exciting thrill rides, kiddie rides, games with prizes galore and your favorite fair foods.

Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• This exhibition will feature over 50 handmade and machine-stitched quilts from MMA’s permanent collection, including Crossroads Quilters, Gwendolyn Magee, and several collected by American photographer Roland L. Freeman on his travels.

Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers showcases photographs by Vicksburg-based artist Melody Golding, documenting the resilience of Mississippians after the storm.

Snappy Sync – Ridgeland – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Mark your calendars for the annual Snappy Sync event!

The Rock and Roll Playhouse – Jackson – Saturday

• The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon.

Northshore Tiki Tour – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy tiki vibes and a special Rum Tasting with Ed Hamilton.

Hot Diggity Dog 5K Run/Walk – Jackson – Saturday

• This will be a family-friendly 5K Run/Walk.

Sustainable Safari: Earth Day 2025 – Jackson – Saturday

• This Earth Day celebration is designed to inspire sustainability and environmental responsibility in our community while providing an exciting safari-themed experience.

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.

Treaty Oak Revival – Brandon – Saturday

• Treaty Oak Revival, a Texas country rock band, will perform at the Brandon Amphitheater.

Nissan Cars & Coffee – Canton – Saturday

• Nissan is hosting a free Cars and Coffee at the Training Center parking lot.

Mississippi Water Stewards: Friends of Lindsey Creek – Clinton – Saturday

• You’re invited to the Mississippi Water Stewards Stream Biomonitoring Training hosted by the Clinton Community Nature Center.

Team Hope Walk – Flowood – Saturday

• Thousands of families, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and communities walk together each year to support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by HD and their families.

Natchez Festival of Music – Natchez – Saturday

• Natchez Festival of Music presents the music of the legendary Whitney Houston who won numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards, and achieved record-breaking success with her powerful ballads and soulful performances.

Natchez Farmer’s 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.

Snappy Sync Camp – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Kids will have a blast participating in art activities and learning from Mississippi Master Naturalist about fireflies.

Vicksburg Farmers Market – Vicksburg – Saturday

• This is a Mississippi Certified Farmers’ Market.

Campout at McRaven – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Come set up tents in the empty field behind the McRaven. Enjoy a tour and a campfire. This event will raise money for the upcoming ScareCon event.

Y’all Means All Natchez Gayrage Sale – Natchez – Saturday and Sunday

• The sale will be held at 503 North Canal Street.

JXN Run Club Sunday Run Day – Jackson – Sunday

• Join JXN Run Club for an uplifting and community-driven run every Sunday!

Sunday Screening Showcase – Jackson – Sunday

• The screening will feature two thirty-minute films: Masterminds of the Movement and Mississippi Turning: The Pivotal Role of School Desegregation in a Southern Town.

Family Fun Ride – Ridgeland – Sunday

• All ages and bicycles are welcome! Bring your family, friends, and bicycles and join a slow-paced ride that will make a loop starting and ending at Ridgeland City Hall.

Pine Belt

Live at Five – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Enjoy performances by a diverse lineup of talented musicians, ranging from local favorites to regional acts, covering various genres to suit all musical tastes.

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

• Enjoy karaoke at 320 5th St. in Laurel.

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!

Veterans Festival 2025 – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Veterans can obtain valuable resources and answers that benefit their needs.

Candle Warmer and Candle Making Workshop – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Discover the delightful crafts of creating your own personalized candle warmer and wonderfully scented candle cubes.

Confetti Co Candle-Making Workshop – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Looking for a fun and creative way to unwind? Enjoy a hands-on candle making workshop at The Confetti Co. in Midtown.

Hattiesburg Craft Beer Fest – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Attendees can sample over 100 craft beers while they listen to live music.

Ellisville Market Days – Ellisville – Saturday

• Enjoy face painting, a hands-on flower pot activity for kids and “build you own bouquet.”

Live In Laurel – Laurel – Saturday

• Live in Laurel is a free outdoor concert, held in Trustmark Art Park.

Brunch with Bertie – Hattiesburg – Saturday and Sunday

• Guests can enjoy a full brunch while three beautiful giraffes look on from their yard.