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ANNUAL COASTAL MISSISSIPPI CELEBRATIONS
Raise your hand if you love to celebrate vibrant flavors and enticing music that will lift your soul and leave you immersed in a myriad of rich Coastal cultures. Or maybe an athletic adventure is in the cards. Perhaps it’s all about an artistic experience. No matter if it’s a long overdue beachside escape with your loved ones or a food festival trip with friends, these annual Coastal Mississippi extravaganzas are sure to have a little something for everyone on your vacation list.
CRAWFISH MUSIC FESTIVAL
Crawfish. Mudbugs. Crawdads. No matter what you’ve heard them called, it’s time to get your peelers warmed up for the 32nd Annual Crawfish Music Festival in Biloxi. The food and music event is set for April 23 through 27 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and features an incredible lineup.
Headliners on April 25 include Gavin Adcock, Dillon Carmichael, Zach John King, and Sam Donald. On April 26, Puddle of Mudd, Hinder, Marcy Playground, and Cowboy Mouth will take the stage. The lineup for April 27 includes headlining artists Bret Michaels, Everclear, and Sister Hazel. Along with musical performances, the festival includes multiple food vendors and an array of carnival rides. Family ride nights are set for April 23 and 24, and all tickets are on sale now.
JEEPIN’ THE COAST
Duck. Duck. Jeep. Expect to see thousands of Jeeps on Beach Boulevard the week of May 28 through June 1 as Jeepin the Coast returns to the Coast for it 8th year. This annual event starts in Long Beach and invites travelers and locals to numerous family-friendly activities with loads of
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Story by Cherie Ward