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 (September 26-28) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Sunrise Shape-Up – Jackson – Friday

• This comprehensive 8-week fitness program combines outdoor exercise with gym access.

Sax in the City – Jackson – Friday

• Step into an evening where smooth jazz meets vibrant city energy. Guests will enjoy live saxophone melodies that set the perfect mood, paired with crafted cocktails, delicious food, and an atmosphere that blends elegance with soul.

Dinner and a Movie: Shrek – Clinton – Friday

• A community favorite, the Dinner and a Movie series selects a mix of new releases and popular classic movies to bring to the community free of charge.

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.

Backyard Adventures Exhibit – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Backyard Adventures invites you to discover the scientist within yourself, showcasing how science is woven into the fabric of your daily experiences.

Pilgrimage Garden Club’s Fall Pilgrimage of Historic Homes – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• During this time, historic homes that are typically private residences open their tours for visitors to tour their property.

Natchez Little Theatre Presents: Misery – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Based on the novel by Stephen King, Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home.

Vicksburg Hipstoric Art Festival – Vicksburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The show will present artists and their work against the splendid setting of the vibrant, hip, and historic downtown area.

National Public Lands Day – Jackson – Saturday

• Come by the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument for National Public Lands Day.

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.

Oktoberfest – Natchez – Saturday

• The annual Oktoberfest Celebrate will include live music and German-style beers and food.

Y’all Means All Gayrage Sale – Natchez – Saturday

• There will be holiday decorations, Halloween decor, Christmas trees, furniture, clothes and housewares.

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.

Rollin on the Rez – Ridgeland – Saturday

• There will be an open car show, family fund and food.

Linoleum Block Printing – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Participants will be making their own designs, then carving them into linoleum blocks that can then be printed onto cotton tea towels.

Open Mic Comedy Night – Ridgeland – Saturday

• Step up to the mic or sit back and enjoy a night filled with laughs, good vibes, and great food.

The Detectives – Ridgeland – Saturday

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

SCHC Karaoke Night – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Grab the mic, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable family fun!

Eudora Movie Showing – Vicksburg – Saturday

• The event will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Strand Theatre.

Hats and Gloves With Tea On The Mississippi – Natchez – Sunday

• Edna B. and Joyce Fay Washington Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. invites you to an afternoon of enjoyment and relaxation at the Natchez Grand Hotel.

Pine Belt

James McMurtry – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Come see James McMurtry at Hattiesburg’s Historic Saenger Theater.

Kicking for Kids – Hattiesburg – Friday

• The Rotary Club of Hattiesburg will host their second annual Kicking for Kids Kickball Tournament.

Yarn & Yarns – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Bring your latest fiber (or any material) project and make a new friend!

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

• The event will be held at 320 5th Street in Laurel.

The Great Forrest County Fair – Hattiesburg – Friday and Saturday

• Enjoy fun, food and excitement at The Center at Forrest County.

Rhinoceros – Hattiesburg – Friday and Sunday

• A classic of the Theatre of the Absurd, this satire depicts man vs. the mob with startling prescience and power. 

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!

Southern Miss Football vs. Jacksonville State – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Southern Miss will face Jacksonville State at The Rock.

Couple’s Comedy Night – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Comedy legend Yakov Smirnoff and Mark Gungor, author of “Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage,” have teamed up for an entertaining night.

Merry Marketplace – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Shop for Fall and Christmas decor, florals, gifts, jewelry, clothing, specialty items, and more!

Oktoberfest – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The event will be held at Southern Prohibition Brewing.

In Wonderland – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• You’re invited to a whimsical Unbirthday Party at the Carriage House, hosted by none other than Alice and the Mad Hatter! 

Blooms and Bites Floral Class – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Get ready for a spooky-chic night of florals, fun, and festive flair!

Paul Lee’s “Seventy is the New Forty” Birthday Concert Tour – Hattiesburg – Sunday

• A graduate of Hattiesburg High School and the Southern Miss School of Music, Paul Lee has become an internationally celebrated concert organist and pianist. He brings his performance right back home to us, featuring local stars Susie Ruggiero and John Wooton.