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Natchez Festival of Music 2008 May 1-31 Natchez Opera, Broadway, and jazz are featured in this 18th annual festival with several performances each weekend in May. Events include an Evening of Broadway, Oklahoma!, a Plantation Performance, ASU Concert Choir, and much more. Call 601.442.7464 or visit www.natchezopera.com.
Symphony of Gardens Tour May 2-3 Natchez ’s most exquisite private and estate gardens open their gates to the public in this tour, which also features live musical entertainment. Don’t miss this chance to see some of the finest gardens from the oldest settlement on the Mississippi. Call 601.446.6345 or visit www.symphonyofgardenstour.com. Blue Suede Cruise May 2-4 Tupelo Classic automobile lovers converge to swap parts, take a cruising tour of Tupelo, or simply enjoy the parade of classic and antique cars. Food and live music make this a great weekend or day trip. Call 662.534.2683 or visit www.tupelo.net. Gardens of Madison County May 3-4 Jackson This annual garden tour, now in its 14th year, is sponsored by the Development Foundation of Madison-Ridgeland Academy and showcases the beauty of the area’s local gardens while providing educational opportunities for tour-goers to learn more about various aspects of gardening. Call 601.856.4455 or visit www.mragardens.com. 9th Annual MS Gulf Coast Kite Festival May 3 Long Beach Kids and adults alike can spend the day feeling young at heart making kites and sand castles, and enjoying the family entertainment and food. $1 admission. Call 228.604.0014 or visit www.mscoastchamber.com. Deep Delta Festival May 3 Rolling Fork In this decade-old festival, Rolling Fork celebrates the rich history of the deep South and its own place in that history as the birthplace of Muddy Waters, father of the Blues. Visit www.deepdelta.org. 4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party May 3 Corinth With staples such as mint juleps and wide-brimmed hats, this event celebrates a true Southern tradition. Guests are asked to get in the spirit of this old-fashioned, traditional party by donning coats and ties or dresses and hats. Funds raised go toward the renovation and preservation of the historic Curlee-Verandah House. Call 662.287.1903.
This year’s 17th annual festival is dedicated to longtime Delta band leader Dr. Billy “Doc” Booth. Enjoy the famous crawfish and barbeque or enter the crawfish dish contest, all while enjoying live music. Call 662.334.2711 or visit www.highway61blues.com. The Jerry Clower Festival May 3 Yazoo City ’s games and rides, and food. Enjoy performances from a diverse assortment of local, regional, and national musical acts as well as drama, magic, and dance. Call 662.746.1815 or visit www.yazoo.org. Arts and Crafts Festival and Coca-Cola 10K Run May 3 Corinth 2008 marks the 27th year for Corinth’s “Coke Race,” the second footrace in the state. It is also the 7th year for the Arts and Crafts Festival, held in historic downtown Corinth, featuring local art and goods for sale, food, and entertainment. Call 662.287.1550 about the festival or visit www.coke10k.com to register for the race. Dudie Burger Festival May 3 Tupelo Don’t miss this festival dedicated to the famous dough burger from Dudie’s Diner, along with music, games, crafts, and historical demonstrations. Call 662.841.6438 or visit www.tupelo.net.
Come be a part of a fantastic evening filled with crawfish, zydeco, and Cajun fare, benefiting the Palmer Home. There will be good food, dancing, and a silent auction, all for a great cause. Call 662.449.2400 or 901.277.8051. Renaissance Festival May 3 Ocean Springs Be transported to another time with full armor jousting, sword fighting, the famous Faerie Garden, medieval dancing, the royal petting zoo, blacksmith, puppet shows, and Celtic music venues. Period dress is welcome but not required. Call 228.875.4424 or visit www.oceanspringschamber.com.
Shellie Rushing Tomlinson will be visiting Vicksburg, Tupelo, Natchez, and Jackson to promote her new book “Suck Your Stomach in and Put Some Color On: What Southern Mamas tell their Daughters that the Rest of Y’all Should Know Too,” a collection of Southern wit and wisdom. Call 212.366.2538. Blues Awards May 8 Tunica The 29th annual Blues Awards visit the Grand Casino and Hotel in Tunica this year, bringing together Blues performers, industry representatives, and fans from all over the world. Visit www.blues.org/bluesmusicawards. Flea Market Arts and Crafts Show May 8 Canton Attracting artisans nationwide, this bi-annual event features over 1,100 artists and craftsmen and has earned several honors, including the title of one of the “Top Twenty Events in the Southeast.” Call 601.859.1307 or visit www.cantontourism.com. Pops III: Pepsi Pops - Rockin’ on the Rez! May 9 Jackson Pack a picnic basket as the Mississippi Orchestra performs their annual
Spring Parade of Homes May 10-11 & 17-18 Jackson Featuring new homes at a range of prices, this parade is the perfect place to search for that great new home or just to get ideas about the latest architectural trends. Call 601.362.6501. Crossroad’s Blues and Heritage Festival May 10 Rosedale Blues rules in this festival celebrating music and the Delta that it came from. Visit www.rosedaleblues.com. Mayfest Arts and Crafts Fair and Music Festival May 10 Olive Branch Olive Branch’s Old Towne area shuts down vehicle traffic to display over 150 booths of arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and music, and food, all free to the public. Call 901.517.2396 or visit www.olivebrancholdtowne.com. Book signing May 10 Bay St. Louis Mississippi author Philip Shirley will read from and sign copies of his debut collection of short stories entitled “Oh Don’t You Cry For Me.” Call 601.354.5711 or visit www.philipshirley.com. Mayfair May 12 Senatobia This annual festival features arts and crafts booths, children’s rides, games and activities, good food and live entertainment all day. Call 662.562.8715. Film Festival May 15-17 Tupelo The historic Lyric Theatre houses this festival featuring independent films. Prize money is given in the categories of feature, documentary, short, experimental/animation, music video, and more. Call 662.841.6521 or visit www.tueplo.net/filmfest. Bluegrass on the Creek May 15-18 Tylertown Drawing an audience from eight states each year, this festival features 11 bands over three days. Music will be presented at the Southwest Events Center, where guests can enjoy the local scenery and wildlife as well. Call 601.876.5606 or visit www.walthallchamber.com. Hernando A’Fair May 17 Hernando This family oriented, community fair features events held around the historic Hernando town square, such as Bluegrass pickin’, a 5K race, and arts and crafts fair featuring Hernando stores and businesses. Visit www.hernandooptimist.org.
Featuring sessions such as “Organic Gardening Down South,” “Flowers with a Twist,” and more, this workshop is sure to make your garden bloom. Call 662.247.3025 or visit www.wistergardens.com. 32nd Annual St. Paul’s Seafood Festival
Elvis Presley Festival
See some of the USA International Ballet Competition’s most celebrated medal winners perform on the very stage where they launched their careers, followed by a “Glitter and Glitz” party at the Capitol Club. Call 601.355.9853 or visit www.usaibc.com.
“A Mighty Voice” Fundraiser
61st National Appaloosa Miss Mississippi Pageant
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