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It’s that time of year again—when grills are sizzling, flags are flying, and the night skies over Mississippi explode with color and sound. The Fourth of July brings out the best in Southern celebrations, and this year, 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. Across the Magnolia State, communities are pulling out all the stops to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays that are free, family-friendly, and downright dazzling. Whether you’re looking for small-town charm or a riverfront showstopper, here’s where you can catch fireworks in Mississippi this July.

Hip hip hooray! 

It’s time to celebrate our nation’s 149 years of independence on July 4, 2025. And lucky for us, this year’s Independence Day celebration falls on a Friday, making for a nice, long weekend filled with good food and fireworks. 

One of Columbus’s most anticipated summer traditions is back and brighter than ever. Fireworks on the Water will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Stennis Lock & Dam East Bank,

Fairs are not only fun. They evoke feelings of nostalgia. For many of us, some of our favorite memories are from the fair. Thankfully, fairs are not a thing of the old times. They are still alive and well— thriving and flourishing, even. The Neshoba County Fair is one of Mississippi’s most anticipated fairs. 

Petal native, Cole Blalock has been practicing magic for over 20 years. Like many, his passion began as a hobby.…

America’s best canine athletes will showcase their physical strength and agility at the 2025 American Kennel Club Diving Dogs Premier Cup hosted by Mississippi State on campus this weekend.

It is official. Hubfest is on the horizon! In less than two weeks, Hattiesburg and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will host their first Eaglepalooza since 2019. This anticipated festival commenced nearly two decades ago. Since its founding, people from the Hattiesburg region and beyond have gathered for this annual event. Its grand reintroduction is bound to bring a huge crowd of visitors— from both near and far. 

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and the City of Hattiesburg are thrilled to announce the return of Eaglepalooza to downtown Hattiesburg for the first time since 2019. This highly anticipated free live music event will take place on Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m., marking an exciting start to HUBFEST weekend.

Grease, the hit Broadway rock n’ roll musical, based on the iconic film of the same name, is playing Beau Rivage this summer for a limited 18-show engagement, June 12-29.

Mardi Gras parades and celebrations are about to begin in the Magnolia State, uniting Mississippians from all corners of the state. Although Mardi Gras is traditionally more recognized in the southern part of the state, Mississippians will be excited to see some celebrations scheduled in North Mississippi, too. From the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast to Olde Town Olive Branch and many towns in between, Mississippi is ready to “Laissez les bons temps rouler!”

Renowned songwriter Craig Wiseman was presented with an honorary degree during The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) fall 2024 commencement ceremony set for 2 p.m. Friday, December 13, on the Hattiesburg campus.

Christmas movies provide us with the break we need from the season’s business, often with a comforting storyline and predictable happy ending. Families across Mississippi and the country are invited to experience Steal The Naughty List this holiday season. This charming stop-motion Christmas film blends adventure, humor, and heartwarming messages in a unique story about the real Saint Nicholas. The best part is that it was homegrown and filmed in Mississippi. 

Christmas with the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, one of the holiday season’s most festive and enjoyable events, will take place this Saturday, December 14, at the Tupelo High School Performing Arts Center.  

Many in the South celebrate Christmas by visiting Beau Rivage, MGM Resorts International’s expansive AAA Four-Diamond beachfront destination in Biloxi.

“A Hartfelt Christmas with Chapel Hart,” happening on December 23rd at 7 PM at The Sound Amphitheater. This festive community event promises an unforgettable evening of music and holiday cheer, featuring Chapel Hart with special guest 2 Lane Summer.

With Christmas being right around the corner, many events have already begun to celebrate the Christmas season. Amongst these events…