Rosie's Pantry Community Distribution
2025-02-22 12:00 - 14:00 UTC

River City Toy Swap
2025-02-22 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Come on out to the return of River City February 22nd from 10AM until 3PM at the center court of the Vicksburg Mall. Your favorite vendors will be set up and bringing the heat.
FREE ADMISSION.
Contact Donnie if you are interested in being a vendor.

Fiber Fun in the ‘Sip
2025-02-21 09:00 - 2025-02-22 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Let the Good Times Roll in 2025! Join us in February to have a relaxing and invigorating weekend with Fiber and Friends. We are kicking off the weekend with a Mardi Grass ball Thursday night with a vendor market preview. We will continue the weekend Friday and Saturday with a Mardi Gras theme. We will have a line up of jazz music. We will have a “sit and stitch” area for those who just want to retreat for the weekend. We will have catered food concessions plus a cash bar who is also making available a themed cocktail.
Learn more at fiberfuninthesip.com.

Laces for Love 5k and 10k
2025-02-15 08:00 (America/Chicago)
The event will feature a 10K Run, 5K Walk, 5K Run, and a fun run for kids. This fundraiser benefits the children of Warren County, by helping JA raise funds to continue various projects throughout the county. This will be a family fun event with a great after party to kick off Mardi Gras season!
Packet pick-up will be held at Peterson’s on Friday, February 14, 2025, from 4:30 pm-6:00 pm and on race day in the parking lot on Washington Street next to Key City.

6th Annual Civil War & Wild West Show
2025-02-14 12:00 - 2025-02-15 17:00 UTC
The 6th Annual Civil War & Wild West Show will be held again this year at:

Vicksburg Outlet Mall4000 S. Frontage RoadVicksburg, Mississippi

Come see some of the finest 19th Century Military Dealers and Collectors with over 75 tables of military antiques. Buy, Sell, and Trade. There will also be appraisers on hand to help you place a value on your items.

Concessions will be available onsite

Enter the Show before public hours: $50.00

General Admission is: $10.00
Children 10 & Under: Free

This is a great show located very close to the Vicksburg National Battlefield, Museums, and Antique Stores. This is Vicksburg’s 200th Anniversary with the town hosting events throughout the year!
Make sure you stop by the sponsor’s museum located downtown – Vicksburg Civil War Museum.

Vicksburg Voices Storytelling Workshop
2025-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Celebrate Black History Month with us at Catfish Row Museum on Saturday, February 8th at 2 PM as we honor Peter Crosby, the USCT, and Vicksburg’s African American heritage through interactive storytelling and cultural engagement.
What to Expect: Engaging storytelling that brings history to life Opportunities to share your own stories and experiences A shared community experience that fosters intergenerational connection and cultural pride
Featuring Special Guests:Jerry Mitchell – Investigative journalistDr. Wilma E. Mosley Clopton – Filmmaker, storyteller, & educatorDr. Beth Kruse – Historian
Be part of this powerful community gathering as we reflect, connect, and celebrate Vicksburg’s rich history. Mark your calendar and spread the word!

Bicentennial Parade
2025-01-29 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
January 29, 2025 marks 200 years from the incorporation of the City of Vicksburg on January 29, 1825. We will celebrate this historic day with a series of events on the actual Bicentennial date and two days following.
We will mark this historic day with a special Downtown Vicksburg parade, celebrating the city’s past, present, and future. More information and float application coming soon.

In a July press conference, city and civic leaders and members of the media gathered for the announcement of five cornerstone bicentennial events, happening throughout 2025. Opening remarks and historical context were given by Mayor George Flaggs, Jr. Then, Visit Vicksburg’s Executive Director, Laura Beth Strickland, revealed the five pillar events of the 2025 bicentennial calendar.
Finally, the Vicksburg 200 Committee unveiled a public installation at Washington Street Park: the addition of “200” on the end of the existing “Vicksburg” sign letters.

Breakfast with Santa
2024-12-14 08:00 - 09:00 UTC
This years premier event will surely delight the whole family with activities that include a visit and photo with Santa, crafts, door prizes galore, a McDonalds breakfast and much more! Santa will be giving away bags of toys and electronics to the lucky winner of the raffle. Tickets/space is limited. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
Saturday Dec. 14 | Vicksburg Convention Center | $7 admission
This annual event is generously sponsored by numerous community supporters including McDonalds, Bella La Vita Photography, Maynord Landscaping, Inc., Golding Barge Line, Inc., Numerous community volunteers assist and support in the production of the event. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mississippi improves the well-being of children and families through programs that give comfort, compassion and care. Ronald McDonald House opened its doors on May 1, 1989 and is located on the campus of University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Get into the spirit with these holiday movies at The Strand
2024-12-14 - 2024-12-15
Help usher in that Christmas Spirit with holiday movies at The Strand! For two nights, The Stand will be offering a viewing of two seasonal classics.
Dec. 14
Christmas in Connecticut (4 p.m.)

The columnist for a national housekeeping magazine, as part of a promotional stunt, welcomes a returning war hero into her country estate, the only problem is she’s a klutz in the kitchen, where she’s never been at home on the range.

Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan, Sydney Greenstreet, Reginald Gardiner, S.Z. Sakall…

Advance tickets are available a Highway 61 Coffeehouse for $9. Tickets at the door are $10. (Children under 16 accompanied by parents are free.)

Dec. 15
White Christmas (4 p.m.)

Mary Rantisi presents: White Christmas

WWII vets-turned-entertainers scheme to help a retired general with his strapped New England inn by putting on a big musical show with the help of their army buddies and a singing sister act.Directors

Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Vera-Ellen, Rosemary Clooney, Dean Jagger

Advance tickets are available a Highway 61 Coffeehouse for $9. Tickets at the door are $10. (Children under 16 accompanied by parents are free.)

Vicksburg Animal Shelter Ribbon Cutting
2024-12-12 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Vicksburg Animal Shelter, 65 Cedars Rd, Vicksburg, MS, 39180, United States
Join Us for a Ribbon Cutting at the New Vicksburg Animal Shelter!
We’re excited to invite you to the Vicksburg Animal Shelter Ribbon Cutting! Come celebrate with us as we honor our community’s furry friends in need.

The New Vicksburg Animal Shelter provides a safe haven for unwanted and stray animals, working tirelessly to find them loving, forever homes. Whether you’re an animal lover, potential adopter, or simply want to support a great cause, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Let’s come together to show love and support for our local shelter and the animals who are waiting for their second chance.

Your presence can make a difference! Whether you’re adopting, donating, or just spreading the word – every bit helps. Let’s give these animals the bright future they deserve!

Vicksburg Chamber Choir presents Night of Wonder
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 7 p.m., the Vicksburg Chamber Choir will host the “Night of Wonder” concert at The Church of the Holy Trinity on 900 South St.

Downtown Vicksburg Parade of Lights
2024-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
When you hear sleigh bells jingling, witness the glistening snow, and see the enchanting lights shimmering along Washington Street in downtown Vicksburg, it can mean only one thing: the highly anticipated Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights is on its way! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., as we come together for this beloved annual tradition.
“The Nutcracker” – A Classic Christmas Fairytale:This year, we invite all local clubs, churches, organizations, schools, bands, drill teams, individuals, and businesses to join in the festive celebration. The theme for the 2024 parade is “The Nutcracker,” a whimsical world of magic, friendship, adventure and imagination.
We encourage all area clubs, churches, organizations, schools, bands, drill teams, individuals, and businesses to participate with a creative spirit and a heart full of holiday cheer. Whether you plan to march to your own beat, dance to the rhythm of the season, or showcase your unique musical talents, we want you to be part of this joyful event.
Application Details:The deadline for parade participation applications is November 27, 2024. To apply, simply visit the Main Street website at [www.vicksburgmainstreet.com] where you can download the parade application packet. Alternatively, you can contact the Vicksburg Main Street Program office directly at 1010 Levee Street, or reach out by phone at 601-634-4527. For any inquiries or assistance, please email kimh@vicksburg.org.
Let’s make this year’s Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights a symphony of holiday spirit! Join us in creating unforgettable memories as we come together to celebrate the magic of “The Nutcracker.” We look forward to seeing you there!

16th Annual Holly Days Arts and Crafts Show
2024-12-07 09:00 - 15:00 UTC
The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation presents the 16th Annual Holly Days Arts and Crafts Show.

The show will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, in the historic SCHC Auditorium.
The hours of the show are 9:00am-3:00pm.
Admission is $2.

Holly Days will feature a room full of quality vendors showcasing their arts and crafts, plus local talent will entertain the attendees. Continued from last year, we will open up our North Pole Mancave! Come lounge with the guys, watch some football, and have some snacks, coffee, and cocktails.

The show has become a tradition in Vicksburg. The live entertainment will include Jeanne Evans’ music students, Rachel Storey’s and Mary Hall’s piano students, Denise Ragsdale’s piano students, Debra Franco School of Dance, RiverPointe Dance, and more!

For more information, call the SCHF Business Office at 601.631.2997 or email info@southernculture.org.

Unveiling of Santa's Christmas Village
2024-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
Join Us for the Unveiling of Santa’s Christmas Village! Get into the holiday spirit and bring the whole family to the magical unveiling of Santa’s Christmas Village!
Experience the wonder of a festive holiday village, complete with twinkling lights, festive displays, and plenty of holiday cheer! This is the perfect way to kick off the season with family fun, great photo ops, and plenty of surprises!

1509 Washington Street at 4pm
Don’t miss out on this heartwarming event—mark your calendars, bring your loved ones, and let’s celebrate the season together!
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CPKC Holiday Express
2024-12-02 16:00 - 20:00 UTC
The Holiday Express Train will be at 1000 Levee Street Station at the foot of Grove Street at 4:00 pm. The six-car train will bring Santa Claus for a visit with kids and offer visual displays inside and out for young and old alike. This event is free and open to the public.

Sip Stroll on the Old Mississippi River Bridge
2024-11-27 11:00 - 16:00 UTC
Experience a Rare Walk Across History!

The Old Mississippi River Bridge will open for pedestrians on Wednesday , November 27, from 11 AM to 4 PM—a special opportunity that happens only a few times a year!

Take in breathtaking views, enjoy a leisurely stroll, and snap memorable photos on this iconic landmark. Don’t miss this unique chance to walk where history and the mighty Mississippi meet.

Tag your friends and make plans to join the fun!

FTK Fest & Toy Drive
2024-11-23 12:00 - 22:00 UTC

Vicksburg National Military Park: Community Engagement Session
2024-11-20 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
This engagement session will be held in the orientation theater at the Vicksburg National Military Park Visitor Center in Vicksburg. Vicksburg project representatives from architecture firm Perkins&Will and exhibit design firm Gallagher & Associates will provide project overviews.
Feedback and comments are welcome at this session.
“From these sessions, the public will have opportunities to learn about the partnership project, our goals, and engage with us as we move forward with the development of the new center,” said Megan Bankston, Vicksburg project manager at MDAH.
The new interpretive center in Vicksburg has a projected 2028 opening.

Line Dance Party
2024-11-16
