FestivalSouth

Visual Rhythms

Main Street Gallery 210 N. Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Opening reception featuring works by Women’s Art Collective The Women’s Art collective, established in 2011, showcases a variety within the work of artists,  unified by their  sense of community. These friends are strongly connected to the Hattiesburg community and to an even larger community of artists throughout Mississippi and beyond. With a robust exhibition history […]

Free

PHOTO AROUND AND FIND OUT! A walking photography workshop with Jesse Johnson

Main Street Gallery 210 N. Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

You’ve seen him everywhere, photographing some of Hattiesburg’s most iconic moments. Now, join celebrated photographer Jesse Johnson as he guides you on composing and capturing the perfect shot as you explore downtown Hattiesburg. Make sure you bring either a camera or your phone and find out what kind of pictures you can take with a […]

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Downtown Summer Tunes – Summer Lovin’ with Holly Rumbarger and the Hopeless Romantics

Town Square Park 100 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Join us for a southern night of feel-good vibes at FestivalSouth’s Downtown Summer Tunes – Summer Lovin’ event, featuring the Hub City’s own Holly Rumbarger and the Hopeless Romantics! With her soulful voice and heartfelt melodies, you won’t be falling head over heels for the music, the food, the friends or just those unforgettable summer […]

Free

Pounce, Prowl, & Pride: A Fierce and Festive Celebration

The Fat Cat 309 Mcleod St, Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Get ready to strut your stuff and unleash your inner wildcat at Pounce, Prowl, and PRIDE—the fierce kickoff to our 2025 late-night lineup! This isn’t just a dance party; it’s a celebration of unapologetic self-expression, a love letter to the arts, and a whole-hearted tribute to YOU. Whether you’re here to pounce to the beat, […]

Cover Charge at the door

Artie’s Creation Celebration

Columbia Army National Guard Armory 1337 HWY 98 E, Columbia, MS, United States

Join Artie in Columbia for a fun-filled morning of hands-on arts experiences, music performances, and stories with our friends from the Columbia Library. Meet Artie in person at this event for the whole family!

Free

Rise and Shine

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 3601 Pearl St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Featuring Ian Alexander Gonzalez, cello, and Theresa Sanchez, piano Wake up and celebrate the start of your day with "Rise and Shine," featuring the remarkable 14-year-old cellist, Ian Alexander Gonzalez. With his rich tones and impressive artistry, Ian’s performance is sure to be the perfect blend of precision and passion. Fresh from his acceptance into […]

Free

Lifetime Musings Featuring works by Evelyn Timidaiski

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 3601 Pearl St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Join us just down the hall from our morning concert for an exhibition by Evelyn Timidaiski. Inspired by nature, animals, plants and landscapes, the artist infuses her reality pieces with a sense of fantasy utilizing watercolor as her primary medium of choice.

Free

Saenger Cinematic Sing-a-Long Spectacular – Moana

Historic Hattiesburg Saenger Theater 201 Forrest St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Presented by Historic Saenger Theatre, Pocket Museum and the Hub City Players Set sail with Moana and sing along to the classic Disney tunes! Moana is the vibrant, tenacious, and optimistic daughter of the Chief of Motunui, thriving on her island but drawn to the ocean. When her island is threatened by a dark force, […]

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Continuum – A Photography Exhibition

Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Featuring works by photographers Brett Barnes, Jesse Johnson, and Tim and Krista Photography Life exists in a continuum, a constant unbroken cycle. This exhibit explores the universal rhythms that shape our existence—growth, decay, renewal, and transformation. It offers a visual interconnectedness of all things, from the cosmos to the gestures of daily life. Through their […]

Free

Ink in the Alley

Hattiesburg Pocket Museum 119 W Front St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Founded to highlight the artistry and skill of tattooists, an often overlooked art form, local tattoo artists share stickers, art, and book appointments to celebrate this craft. With a DJ, bar, animal encounters from the Hattiesburg Zoo, contests and more, Ink in the Alley makes both the art and the artists more accessible to the […]

Free

Dancin’ at the Depot

Hattiesburg Train Depot 308 Newman St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Featuring the Mobile Big Band Society Get ready for an energetic evening of fun and dancing! Big Band dance music originated in the 1930s and has been with us ever since. Come listen and dance to music from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. You will hear music of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count […]

$10.00 – $30.00

Continuum – Featuring the FestivalChamber Players

Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United States

Experience this multisensory concert - an invitation to an afternoon of music not just as sound, but as a journey through the sights, colors, and emotions of each season. Whether you're a lover of music, photography, or simply an enthusiast of unforgettable experiences, Continuum promises to resonate, leaving you with a renewed connection to the […]

$10.00 – $25.00