Mississippi Seasonal Fairs & Festivals
7 seasonal events across Mississippi for 2026.
RecurringNatchez Fall Pilgrimage
Fall Pilgrimage 2026 opens three weekends of mansion tours across Natchez's antebellum estates: September 17-19, September 24-26, and October 1-3.
RecurringMississippi Book Festival
A literary lawn party on the historic State Capitol grounds brings thousands of readers together with authors, panels, and publishers for Mississippi's premier book celebration.
RecurringCruisin' The Coast
America's Largest Block Party celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026 along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Recurring4.4(597)Mississippi State Fair
Mississippi's flagship fall fair draws hundreds of thousands to the Jackson fairgrounds for eleven days of livestock shows, carnival rides, concerts, commercial exhibits, and classic fair food.
Recurring4.1(8)Natchez Balloon Festival
Hot-air balloons fill the sky above the Mississippi River bluffs at Rosalie Bicentennial Gardens during Natchez's annual balloon festival.
Biloxi Christmas City Gift Show
It will feature a wide variety of one-of-kind gifts and unique items including fashions, jewelry, gourmet foods, handcrafted art, unique gifts and more.
4.2(302)Pascagoula Holiday Gun Show
You will find a wide range of firearms, guns, ammo, knives, accessories, and other related products.
Frequently asked questions
How many seasonal festivals are there in Mississippi?
Our directory lists 9 seasonal festivals across Mississippi for the 2026 season, including Mississippi State Fair, Pascagoula Holiday Gun Show and Natchez Balloon Festival.
When is the best time for seasonal festivals in Mississippi?
Mississippi's seasonal festivals cluster in October and September — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular seasonal festivals in Mississippi?
By Google review score, Mississippi State Fair in Jackson ranks among the most popular, with a 4.4-star rating from 597 reviews.