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March has rolled in and already made itself at home, bringing lots of fun, excitement, and plenty of shenanigans just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re feeling the withdrawals from all the Mardi Gras fun, you’re in luck because this weekend, the leprechauns and St. Patrick himself are bringing plenty of mischief and mayhem to the Gulf Coast. As always, we are you guide to  all the activities happening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast this weekend.

To help make your plans for the next couple of months, here are a few of the top Spring Festivals in Mississippi. Get out your calendar now and mark down these important dates for some festival fun that you do not want to miss.

Spring break is right around the corner, and hundreds (possibly thousands) of Mississippians will be looking for the perfect place to have their spring break staycation. Luckily, you don’t have to leave the state to experience a fun, memorable staycation.

The 8th annual Renaissance Fest will be presiding at the Hattiesburg Zoo on Feb. 24-25. The royal festival is exciting as it marks the beginning of the Spring season for the Hattiesburg Zoo and the Hub City. The weekend will be filled with events, harkening back to the Renaissance era, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

As we honor Valentine’s Day this week it is fitting that you know Lucedale is the City of Love. Yep, read on. Lucedale was a destination wedding venue long before the term became part of today’s pop culture.

Valentine’s Day brings images of love and romance, but it is also a special day to show people how you feel—especially your kids. If you’ve got little ones, turn this Valentine’s Day season into a very special one by giving them a little extra attention and having fun.

the best part of the Mardi Gras season is the slicing and eating of the anticipated king cake. Have you ever wondered why we eat king cake? Keep reading for a deep dive into the history of this delicious dish, where it originated, and why we eat it. 

When “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” fades, many regions across the country are left with gray skies and frigid temperatures. Fortunately, here on the Gulf Coast, the end of the holiday season signals the start of The Happiest Time of the Year, and Downtown Biloxi knows how to RAISE YOUR PULSE!

The one-mile stretch on Howard Ave between Porter Ave and Main Street has seen unprecedented growth over the last few years. Everything from axe throwing a world-class blues bar to vegan food and swank short-term rentals has popped up on Biloxi’s main drag.