More than 100 years ago, the blues was born in Mississippi. The sounds of our state gave country its twang, R&B its soul, jazz its blue note, and rock ‘n’ roll its king. Come experience the rich musical heritage and ongoing influence of Mississippi, the Birthplace of America’s Music.
Find inspiration and make the most of your visit with our curated travel ideas and trip-planning resources.
Rockin` out to one of America`s longest-running music festivals 🎸🎶
The 73rd annual Jimmie Rogers Music Festival brings three full days of music across downtown Meridian, May 7th-9th. Get your tickets, grab your chairs, and enjoy the Father of Country Music`s hometown with performances by Marcus King Band, Brent Cobb, Maggie Antone, and more.
For more information visit jimmierodgers.com
📸: @jimmierodgersfoundation
Fresh produce & spring blooms ready to take you into farmers market season 💐🍒
📍 Mississippi Farmers Market- Jackson
Giveaway time! We`re giving away tickets to see @justincolemoore and @thechrisjanson perform live at the @brandonampms on May 2nd!
Here`s how to enter:
❤️ LIKE this post
📲 FOLLOW Visit Mississippi on Instagram & Facebook
🤝 TAG your concert buddy (each tag = one entry)!
🎟️ Giveaway closes next Tuesday, April 28th at noon!
📢 DISCLAIMER: This is the only official Visit Mississippi account (@visitms). Winners will be contacted directly through this page.
Always in awe of Mississippi`s natural wonders, but especially on Earth Day 🌲🍃🌷
Find a park, trail, or outdoor adventure near you! Visit mississippinaturetrail.com
Nothing finer than a spread of the coast`s freshest catches🦐🦪
From appetizer delicacies to sensational entrees, we`re already planning our next food tour of the coast
📍Siren Social Club- Gulfport
📍Coraline`s- Biloxi
📍Thorny Oyster- Bay St. Louis
📸: @playcoastalms
With over 250 racers in this year`s Starkville Derby, competition will be tense, stakes will be high, and competitors will definitely be long 🐶
The `World`s Largest Weiner Dog Race` takes place April 25th in downtown Starkville! The spectator of the race will also be able to enjoy local food and art vendors, live music, and of course the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile 🌭
📸 @starkvillederby
📸 @starkvillems
Giveaway time! We`re giving away tickets to see @chicagotheband perform live at the @brandonampms on May 1st!
Here`s how to enter:
❤️ LIKE this post
📲 FOLLOW Visit Mississippi on Instagram & Facebook
🤝 TAG your concert buddy (each tag = one entry)!
🎟️ This giveaway is now closed
📢 DISCLAIMER: This is the only official Visit Mississippi account (@visitms). Winners will be contacted directly through this page.
Whether off the beaten path or down a winding road, Mississippi`s bike trails are ready for your next adventure this spring
Here are some of our favorites rides:
📍Longleaf Trace
📍Tanglefoot Trail
📍Ridgeland Mountain Bike Trail
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