Gulfport, Mississippi is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage and plenty of opportunities to explore the local art scene. From the renowned Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival to the Zonta Arts & Crafts Festival, visitors can experience old-fashioned American carnivals at the Hancock County Fair and the Jackson County Fair. The Blue Moon Kick Off Pub Crawl and the Picayune Street Festival are two other popular events that showcase the best of Mississippi's southern charm. The Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival is one of the most popular events in Gulfport.
Held in downtown Ocean Springs, this award-winning festival features more than 400 artists, artisans and food vendors beneath living oak trees and surrounded by hundreds of locally owned shops, restaurants, and galleries. The festival is organized by the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce and is held every year on the 4th of July weekend. The Zonta Arts & Crafts Festival is another popular event in Pascagoula. This festival offers art, craft, food and exhibition stands, as well as a magnificent gastronomic offer and artistic sponsorship.
It is organized by Zonta International, a global organization that advocates for the advancement of the status of women around the world. The Hancock County Fair and the Jackson County Fair are two other popular events in Gulfport. The Hancock County Fair brings back the history of county fairs and celebrates the heritage of the community. The Jackson County Fair offers visitors thrilling rides, challenging games and festive food at an old-fashioned American carnival.
The Blue Moon Kick Off Pub Crawl and the Picayune Street Festival are two other popular events in Gulfport. The Blue Moon Kick Off Pub Crawl precedes the Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival every year. The Picayune Street Festival is held twice a year and offers first-rate entertainment, collectibles and activities, all wrapped up in the southern charm of historic downtown Picayune. Finally, don't forget to check out Jazz in the Pass music festival.
This event offers visitors a chance to enjoy sensational live music while at the same time getting to know more about the charming artists of downtown Pass Christian.
