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 (July 4-6) around Mississippi.

Central Mississippi

Fondren Yard 4th of July Grill Out – Jackson – Friday

• Celebrate Independence Day in Jackson’s iconic Fondren neighborhood with a full day of food, music, and community fun at Fondren Yard.

Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic – Jackson – Friday

• A competitive 5K Run, 5K Walk, and a One Mile Fun Run benefitting the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame.

Red, White & Blue Fest – Clinton – Friday

• Everyone is invited to participate in a fun-filled evening of games and musical entertainment.

Fourth Fest – Gluckstadt – Friday

• There will be music, inflatables and face painting.

Live at Five on the Fourth – Natchez – Friday

• There will be music, games and fireworks.

Bicentennial Independence Day Celebration – Vicksburg – Friday

• Vicksburg is already known for hosting the longest fireworks show in the State of Mississippi every year on the Fourth of July, but for our Bicentennial year we plan on making it bigger and better than ever.

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.

Exhibition: Measurement Rules – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Gauge height, distance, volume, and more at the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s summer exhibit in Jackson: Measurement Rules.

Backyard Adventures Exhibit – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Backyard Adventures invites you to discover the scientist within yourself, showcasing how science is woven into the fabric of your daily experiences.

Mississippi Mud Monsters – Pearl – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• There will be Independence Day fireworks on Friday and Saturday. On Sunday, kids can run the bases.

Access for All: Free First Saturday – Jackson – Saturday

• The Mississippi Museum of Art offers free admission to exhibitions, drop-in artmaking, and a free guided tour on the first Saturday of every month.

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.

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.

Vicksburg Farmers Market – Vicksburg – Saturday

• This is a Mississippi Certified Farmers’ Market.

JXN Run Club Sunday Run Day – Jackson – Sunday

• Join JXN Run Club for an uplifting and community-driven run every Sunday.

Pine Belt

4th of July Fireworks – Hattiesburg – Friday

• Celebrate Independence Day at Paul B Johnson State Park! This is an all-day, family-friendly event packed with outdoor fun and topped off with a spectacular fireworks show.

FRIYAY Karaoke Night – Laurel – Friday

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

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!

Summer Reading Finale Party – Hattiesburg – Saturday

• Join the Library of Hattiesburg, Petal and Forrest County for games, activities and fun as they celebrate all the amazing reading adventures you’ve been on.