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 (July 25-27) around Mississippi.
Central Mississippi
JXN Film Festival – Jackson – Friday
- The festival celebrates independent filmmaking and provides educational training with industry professionals, masterclasses, film screenings, community outreach and more.
Folk Art Friday – Recycled Paper Making – Jackson – Friday
- Participants in this class will learn the art of recycling paper into their own sheets.
Water Journey Festival – Jackson – Friday
- Explore the wonders of water in this fun filled and interactive event!
Christmas in July – Jackson – Friday
- Enjoy a Winter Wonderland Walk-In Weekend featuring a specialty cocktail menu, small bites, and all the Christmas cheer.
Locomotion Pictures: Train to Busan – Clinton – Friday
- Enjoy a free, indoor showing of this South Korean action horror film about passengers struggling to survive a zombie outbreak on a train from Seoul to Busan.
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.
Exhibition: Call Home: 2025 Mississippi Invitational – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Curated by guest curator TK Smith, the 2025 Mississippi Invitational brings together twelve Mississippi-based artists whose works explore connection—across time, distance, and difference.
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.
Natchez Food & Wine Festival – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Each summer, they gather in Natchez to stage multiple-course dinners in historic mansions, progressive dining events, gourmet tastings, and casual social occasions that make the most of the city’s spectacular riverside setting.
Ridgeland Wildflower Field and Art Park – Ridgeland – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- The Ridgeland Wildflower field and art park is open for all to enjoy! Enjoy the new Pavilion and walk along the cut paths.
Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr. – Vicksburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys.
Saturday Morning Miles – Jackson – Saturday
- Enjoy a 5K group run, presented by Over Everything Athletics Club and Native.
Harry Potter’s Birthday – Jackson – Saturday
- On the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s most magical day, they’re inviting wizards from all over to join them for this enchanting event.
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.
Depot D&D – Clinton – Saturday
- Create your own character and join the party for this one-shot Dungeons & Dragons campaign.
Minorville Jubilee – Natchez – Saturday
- Enjoy a day of celebration, unity, and community spirit at the 35th Annual Minorville Jubilee!
BCD Boss Brunch – Natchez – Saturday
- Enjoy a powerful brunch designed to nourish your soul and spark your purpose!
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.
Teacher Gift Workshop – Ridgeland – Saturday
- Get ready for the new school year with a creative and meaningful morning! Kids will design their own mason jar zinnia arrangements.
The Detective – Ridgeland – Saturday
- Join the Detectives at Anjou for big laughs and a three course dinner!
Vicksburg Military Park Ride/Run/Walk – Vicksburg – Saturday
- Join the Mississippi Triathlon Club for a ride at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
MegaBucs Catfish Tournament – Vicksburg – Saturday
- This 3-day event is presented by SeaArk boats. The evolution continues with the addition of MRM’s Mega Bucs in Vicksburg.
Summer Fling Fest – Vicksburg – Saturday
- This event is free and open to the public. Enjoy food, sweets, games, and music.
Summer Chef Series – Vicksburg – Saturday
- This event features guest Chef Enrika Williams.
Vicksburg Farmers Market – Vicksburg – Saturday
- This is a Mississippi Certified Farmers’ Market.
MS ToyCon 2025 – Pearl – Saturday and Sunday
- There will be two full days of toys, comics, games, collectibles and celebrity guests.
Sunday Screening: Talkin’ Clarksdale – Jackson – Sunday
- Directed by Tommy Slack, the sixty-minute film takes a look at contemporary blues music, exploring its influence on the voices of today’s musicians, venue owners, historians, and philanthropists dedicated to preserving its legacy.
JXN Run Club Sunday Run Day – Jackson – Sunday
- Join JXN Run Club for an uplifting and community-driven run every Sunday.
Summertime in the River City – Vicksburg – Sunday
- This showcase of artistic talents – past and present – with Vicksburg roots will amaze you.
Pine Belt
Laughs for Life 2025 – Hattiesburg – Friday
- Laughs 4 Life is intended to generate smiles and laughter throughout the Hub City community.
FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday
- The event will be held at 320 5th Street in Laurel.
Clue: The Musical – Hattiesburg – Friday and Saturday
- This family-friendly, fast-paced show is based on the game night classic by Parker Brothers.
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!
Jane Austen Inspired Afternoon Tea Experience – Hattiesburg – Saturday
- Indulge in a captivating journey through time with an Afternoon Tea experience at the historic Ross Mansion Bed-and-Breakfast. Guests can enjoy the unique immersion to our Jane Austen inspired music, ambiance, and decor.
Murder Mystery Dinner Game – Hattiesburg – Saturday
- A Ross Mansion Murder Mystery Dinner unfolds within an authentically immersive experience only available at the meticulously preserved and restored Ross Mansion.
Family Farmers Market – Laurel – Saturday
- The market will add new inside and outside vendors weekly at the Sawmill Square Mall.
Big Pop Gun Show – Hattiesburg – Saturday and Sunday
- Big Pop Gun Shows provide the public with venues to buy, sale, & trade guns, ammo, knives and more!
Little Miss Black Mississippi Pageant – Hattiesburg – Sunday
- The Little Miss Black Mississippi Pageant is a celebration of the grace, beauty, and brilliance of young Black girls ages 2-12.