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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: May 30-June 1

By Kaitlin Howell May 30, 2025 | 7:18 AM

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 30-June 1) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Food Truck Friday – Jackson – Friday

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

Live at Five – Natchez – Friday

  • The free live music concert will feature Southern Groove Redemption.

601 JXN Day – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

  • Across three days, events will span venues from The Walk-In to Offbeat.

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.

Exhibition: Measurement Rules – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

  • Gauge height, distance, volume, and more at the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s summer exhibit in Jackson: Measurement Rules.

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. 

Mud Monsters Baseball – Pearl – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

  • The Mississippi Mud Monsters will face the Joliet Slammers at Trustmark Park. Enjoy fireworks on Friday, a Monster Kid Jersey Drop on Saturday and Howl at the Park on Sunday.

Grease – Vicksburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

  • Enjoy this classic movie at the Strand Theatre.

Union Market – Jackson – Saturday

  • Enjoy sounds by DJ Java, various delicious eats, and the opportunity to support and shop with local vendors.

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.

Rick Springfield: I Want My 80s Tour – Brandon – Saturday

  • Rick Springfield will be joined by John Waite, Wang Chung and John Cafferty.

Nature Nuts – Clinton – Saturday

  • Join an educator each month to explore a variety of nature based topics through stories and activities.

Girls in Gis Mississippi – Clinton – Saturday

  • A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu event for women and girls taught by some of the best women in the sport.

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.

Ultimate Flying Disc – Ridgeland – Saturday

  • The competition will be held at Freedom Ridge Park.

Vicksburg Farmers Market – Vicksburg – Saturday

  • This is a Mississippi Certified Farmers’ Market. 

Briarwood Unity 2K & Block Party – Jackson – Sunday

  • This short and accessible event is designed to strengthen connection, camaraderie, and neighborhood pride among residents of Briarwood Drive and the surrounding community.

Summer Music Series – Jackson – Sunday

  • The June edition of this series will feature Marta Szlubowska, a violinist with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.

JXN Run Club Sunday Run Day – Jackson – Sunday

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

Social Sundaze – Jackson – Sunday

  • Mingle with like-minded individuals while enjoying premium cocktails, a vibrant ambiance, and curated music that sets the perfect mood.

Pine Belt

NCAA Hattiesburg Regional Baseball – Hattiesburg – Friday

  • Southern Miss baseball received the No. 16 national seed in the 2025 NCAA DI Baseball Tournament and will host Alabama, Miami (Fla.) and Columbia at Pete Taylor Park/Hill Denson Field.

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!

Elvis: A King-Sized Celebration – Hattiesburg – Saturday

  • The event will feature Victor Trevino Jr., winner of the 2022 Graceland ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist.’ Accompanied by dancers, backup vocals, and the FestivalOrchestra, Victor will bring Elvis’s biggest hits to life in an electrifying performance.

Artie’s World of Color – Hattiesburg – Saturday

  • Artie Events for Families returns with a vibrant kickoff event with our friends at Oak Grove Public Library.

Hattiesburg Daylily Show – Hattiesburg – Saturday

  • The annual event will be held at the Hattiesburg Train Depot.

Yonder – Hattiesburg – Saturday

  • Enjoy a FestivalTalk with the FestivalSouth featured artist, Ricardo Moody, followed by a reception and viewing of his show, created especially for the sixteenth season of the festival.

Downtown Safari – Hattiesburg – Saturday

  • Join local historian and historic preservationist, Russell Archer, for an adventure through downtown as you learn about the history, architecture, and unique characters that have made the Hub City what it is today.

FestivalSouth – Hattiesburg – Saturday and Sunday

  • FestivalSouth is an annual, multi-disciplinary arts celebration that features exceptional performing and visual artists each summer in Hattiesburg.

Majesty of the Opera – Hattiesburg – Sunday

  • Step into the grand, immersive world of opera with The Meistersingers as they present an evening of powerful, timeless choruses from the world’s most beloved operas.