JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (March 21-23) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Hal’s Marching MALfunction Second Line Stomp – Jackson – Friday

• The Stomp, a long-standing St. Paddy’s tradition, gets us all in the spirit for parade weekend! Enjoy food, drinks, and music at Cathead Distillery before stomping your way to Hal & Mal’s.

Jessie Robinson and Friends – Jackson – Friday

• The venerable Bluesman and 2025 Hal’s St Paddy’s Parade Grand Marshal leads an all-star band to play the dining room of Hal & Mal’s.

Friday Nights at Milepost 89 – Clinton – Friday

• Crooked Creek String Band is a four piece band that plays Bluegrass, Americana, and a variety of other musical genres on traditional acoustic instruments.

Natchez Food & Wine Festival’s Wine Downtown – Natchez – Friday

• You will meet at Conde Contemporary to pick up your passport, then stop at each location for one glass of wine and a small bite. Your passport will have all participating locations as well as the wine and small bite pairings at each location.

Lenten Fine Arts Series – Vicksburg – Friday

• The featured performers will be the Warren Central High School Choir.

Fish Fry – Vicksburg – Friday

• The Fish Fry will be from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm at Knights of Columbus, 310 Fisher Ferry Rd. Dine in or Carry Out. The price is $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under.

Week of Wonder – Jackson – Friday and Saturday

• Join the award-winning LeFleur Museum District for an imagination-filled Spring Break during Week of Wonder!

Spring Market – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Discover over 125 incredible merchants showcasing their exclusive items that you won’t find anywhere else. From gourmet foods to unique gifts, trendy fashion, and exquisite home décor, this event has it all.

Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• This exhibition will feature over 50 handmade and machine-stitched quilts from MMA’s permanent collection, including Crossroads Quilters, Gwendolyn Magee, and several collected by American photographer Roland L. Freeman on his travels.

Exhibition: Mindbender Mansion – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers!

Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers showcases photographs by Vicksburg-based artist Melody Golding, documenting the resilience of Mississippians after the storm.

Natchez Garden Club’s Spring Pilgrimage – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The tours offer an intimate look inside the city’s grandest homes.

Natchez Little Theatre Presents: Del Shores’ This Side of Crazy – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Gospel music star Ditty Blaylock promises a reunion of the Blaylock Sisters, her three adult daughters who were once a national sensation as “little superstars for Jesus.” But the sisters have been estranged for over twenty-five years-and reconciliation seems impossible. Will the show go on?

Gold in the Hills – Vicksburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Since 1936, Gold in the Hills is the Guinness Book of Worlds Records’ longest-running show.

Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Fest – Jackson – Saturday

• The theme for this year’s celebration is “Hey, Hey, The Blues is All Green,” highlighting the rich Blues heritage of Mississippi. The grand marshal is legendary Bluesman and Jacksonian Jesse Robinson.

Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival After Party – Jackson – Saturday

• The Hal’s St. Paddy’s official after party will take place at Hal & Mal’s. The event will feature DJ 13BlackBeard, the Molly Ringwalds and Pop Fiction.

TSC Live featuring Lady Malana – Jackson – Saturday

• Enjoy live music performed by the soulful sounds of singer Lady Malana.

Mississippi Farmers Market – Jackson – Saturday

• From persimmons to peaches, from bok choy to butter beans, the Mississippi Farmers Market is the one place to go for the freshest fruits and vegetables that are grown in the state.

Save the Hall Ball – Natchez – Saturday

• This year’s theme, “Royalty Revisited: the Power behind the Throne,” honors the rich tradition of the Natchez Spring Pilgrimage and the Pilgrimage Garden Club.

Natchez Food & Wine Festival Preview Dinner – Natchez – Saturday

• The dinner will feature Chef Taylor Bowen Rickett’s of Fan & Johnny’s in Greenwood, Chaz Lindsey of Pulito Osteria in Jackson, Joey Thompson of Moondog Makers & Bakers in Corinth and Caylen Caldwell of Wishes Bakery in Natchez.

Natchez Depot River Room: Ribbon Cutting and Crawfish Boil – Natchez – Saturday

• Proceeds from the event will benefit Natchez Stewpot.

Natchez Farmer’s Market – Natchez – Saturday

• Every week there will be live fresh produce, baked goods, fresh dairy, and arts and crafts all from local growers and artists.

Sheep to Shawl – Ridgeland – Saturday

• How does sheep’s wool become handmade cloth? Chimneyville Weavers & Spinners Guild Members will show you through fiber art demonstrations!

Grow your own: A Beginner’s Guide to Gardening – Vicksburg – Saturday

• Attend a hands-on class learning the basics of starting your own garden.

Pod Festival – Jackson – Sunday

• There will be food trucks, a mobile bar and giveaways. There will also be guest speakers and live podcasts filming on the main stage.

Pretty Girls with Brains’ Miss – Lou Women’s Legacy Gala – Natchez – Sunday

• Pretty Girls with Brains is dedicated to empowering young girls through education and self-esteem building.

Pine Belt

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

• Enjoy karaoke at 320 5th St. in Laurel.

One-Night Ceramics Workshops – Laurel – Friday

• In each of these workshops, participants will use various clay types and unique surface decoration techniques to create beautiful pieces of art for inside or outside their home.

48th Annual Crawfish Classic Tennis Tournament – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Hosted by The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, registration price includes tennis matches, t-shirt, food, and beer for the weekend, including a fun Cajun boil on Saturday.

Big Fish – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the film by Tim Burton, Big Fish is a joyful and funny musical experience.

New Exhibit at Hattiesburg Pocket Museum – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum has a new exhibit every month, so be sure to head downtown for a small surprise!

The Last Five Years – Laurel – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Experience the entirety of a romantic relationship with a twist. One character tells their side of the story from beginning to end, while the other tells their side from end to beginning.

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• World Ballet Company presents The Great Gatsby, a mesmerizing ballet adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel.

The Hub City Cup Pickleball – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• There will be competitive fun play in various skill levels, prizes for top finishers, food, giveaways and entertainment.

MS Latinx Art Association Mixed Media Workshop – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• You will be introduced to the world of mixed media and encaustics.

Reeds to the Top! – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• The oboe, clarinet, saxophone and bassoon studios join forces for a fun-filled day devoted to reed instruments.