Mississippi Cultural Fairs & Festivals
6 cultural events across Mississippi for 2026.
4.1(86)Mississippi Watermelon Festival
This festival will feature great entertainment, live music, concerts, arts and crafts, car show, talent competition, games, delicious food and watermelon dishes, biggest watermelon contest, seed spitting, and much more.
4.3(5896)Pearl Food and Culture Festival
A craft fair in Pearl.
5(3)Pascagoula Arts and Crafts Festival
It will host nearly 250 vendors showcasing and selling their unique wares and holiday gifts.
4.9(630)Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival
A craft fair in Ocean Springs.
4.6(28)Picayune Fall Street Festival
A craft fair in Picayune.
4.5(96)The Gingham Tree Arts and Crafts Festival
It will host a group of artisan vendors and makers selling their unique creations ranging from handmade goods to hand-thrown pottery, from painted canvases to stitched treasures.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in Mississippi?
Our directory lists 6 cultural festivals across Mississippi for the 2026 season, including Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival, The Gingham Tree Arts and Crafts Festival and Picayune Fall Street Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in Mississippi?
Mississippi's cultural festivals cluster in November and October — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in Mississippi?
By Google review score, Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival in Ocean Springs ranks among the most popular, with a 4.9-star rating from 630 reviews.