Join the lively crowd gathering at Fertile Ground Beer Co. every Thursday at 6 pm for a refreshing evening of Lagers and Joggers. Lace up your sneakers and jog alongside fellow runners for a 5K loop around Belhaven, a charming neighborhood known for its picturesque streets and historic homes.

The upcoming powerful art exhibition, Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South, showcases a vast display of over 50 uniquely crafted quilts by black artists such as the acclaimed Crossroads Quilters and Gwendolyn Magee. Attendees can expect to be woven into the rich tapestry of quilting diaspora as it unfurls resilience, innovation, and ancestral courage through each stitch, additional proof of quilting's enduring societal influence as it blankets the local art scene with warmly embraced histo-cultural narratives.

The Mindbender Mansion provides an ecosystem of adventurous puzzle-solving, revealing numerous thematic rooms littered with brainteasers, unraveled clues, and hidden passwords. Attendees enjoy the array of imaginative challenges presented, enhancing their intellectual skills within a playful yet distinctive educational setting.

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards shine a spotlight on the inventive talent of talented teens from across the country. It elicits a vibrant range of entries from querying filmmakers to illustrators, exemplifying Mississippi's 427 youthful participants and their robust community of educators.

Engage in musical synergy in this buoyant event featuring both renowned artists and emerging unheard talents. It is a family-friendly spectacle offering intricate food choices and local craft creatives while adult senses will be enraptured by eclectic artisan vendors, intertwined with exhilarating musical battles.

Find unique items and admire the talent of the creative vendors at Vintage Market Days. The market features handmade treasures, original art, jewelry, antiques, home décor, consumable products, seasonal plants, outdoor furnishings, and clothing. Gather with friends and hundreds of other visitors to shop the day away and hunt for a one-of-a-kind gift or artisan treat.

Experience an exhilarating 5K Run and Walk and a 1-mile Kids' Fun Run, complete with a delightful tot trot for little participants aged 4 and under. Apart from boosting cardio fitness, the event emphasizes camaraderie, endurance, and a deep appreciation for the arts, as attendees actively engage in fundraising initiatives for the benefit of the Grace Place Ministry.

Jackson Indie Music Week marks a decade dedicated to praising indie musicians. An exciting week is in store, offering eclectic concerts, informative workshops, curated talent, and myriad chances to mingle with passionate music enthusiasts.

Paul Thorn is an American Billboard-charting Southern blues, country, and Americana singer-songwriter. He has been active since 1997 and is from Tupelo, Mississippi. He released his first series, Tales and Ales, in 2019.

The Taste of Mississippi event showcases an exhilarating competition amongst local restaurants for esteemed titles like Best Appetizer, Entree, Dessert, and Presentation all in aid of Stewpot Community Services' mission. Attendees can sample gourmet delights, sip local beverages, and cast their votes for People's Choice, all while supporting a noble cause.

John Moreland is a folk singe-songwriter. He started his music career in 2020 and he has produced eight studio albums and some EPs. His live performances are usually characterized by solo acoustic performances or accompanied by a band.

David Ramirez is an Americana singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Texas. His most popular singles include "Harder to Lie," "Watching from a Distance," and "The Bad Days."

Willie Nelson is an American singer, activist, and actor. Nelson became one of country music's most well-known singers because of the critical and commercial success of three of his albums. Nelson has appeared in over thirty films and co-authored several books.

Sir Charles Jones is a blues and southern soul singer who has released multiple charting albums like Love Machine, My Story, and A Southern Soul Party. His most popular tracks include "Friday," "Is There Anybody Lonely?" and "Just Can't Let Go."

British born singer, Joanne Shaw Taylor, is a blues-rock singer as well as an adept guitarist who won back-to-back British blues awards for best female vocalist. The native of West Midland, England was once heralded as "the new face of the blues," by the British music publication Blues matters.