Join the lively crowd gathering at Fertile Ground Beer Co. every Thursday at 6 pm for a refreshing evening of Lagers and Joggers. Lace up your sneakers and jog alongside fellow runners for a 5K loop around Belhaven, a charming neighborhood known for its picturesque streets and historic homes.

The Mindbender Mansion provides an ecosystem of adventurous puzzle-solving, revealing numerous thematic rooms littered with brainteasers, unraveled clues, and hidden passwords. Attendees enjoy the array of imaginative challenges presented, enhancing their intellectual skills within a playful yet distinctive educational setting.

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards shine a spotlight on the inventive talent of talented teens from across the country. It elicits a vibrant range of entries from querying filmmakers to illustrators, exemplifying Mississippi's 427 youthful participants and their robust community of educators.

Houndmouth is a New Albany, Indiana-based alternative blues band comprised of Zak Appleby (bass, vocals), Matt Myers (guitar, vocals), and Shane Cody (drums, vocals).

Gavin Adcock is a rising country artist known for blending Southern rock, country, and bluegrass influences. Originally gaining attention as a football player-turned-musician, his music reflects a mix of backroad anthems and heartfelt storytelling. With a growing fan base, he’s quickly establishing himself in the country music scene.

Jerry Douglas is an American multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer and arranger. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative musicians in modern bluegrass and roots music. He has won numerous awards as a Dobro player, and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Alison Krauss, Phish, Paul Simon, and Eric Clapton.

Jurassic Quest is the largest and most realistic interactive dinosaur event in North America where lifesize moving museum-quality dinosaurs are exhibited. Guests can walk through the Cretaceous, Jurassic, and Triassic periods to feel what it was like to live with more than a hundred animatronic dinosaurs.

Jackson Hole Old West Days is a lively annual celebration held in Jackson, Wyoming, that brings the rich history and traditions of the American West to life. This event features a variety of activities, including traditional rodeos, live music, and the famous Old West parade, which showcases horse-drawn wagons and riders in authentic Western attire. Visitors can also enjoy stagecoach rides, cowboy poetry readings, and local artisan crafts, providing a unique glimpse into the area's frontier heritage. Old West Days captures the spirit of the Wild West and offers a fun and educational experience for all ages.

The Rock and Roll Playhouse is the biggest kid-friendly live concert series in the country. It was founded by independent concert promoter Peter Shapiro and educator Amy Striem in 2014. Since then, there have been over a thousand shows in more than 35 live music venues across the USA.

On Tech Free Tuesdays, attendees can rediscover undisturbed human interaction by engaging with people face-to-face, encouraging a break from the fast-paced digital world. With background slow jazz music, mini-workshops, and social mindfulness activities, attendees can enjoy a fun analog evening, surrounded by relaxed communicators in a tech-free zone.

Participants will get the unique opportunity to uncover the mysteries of Mississippi's nocturnal wildlife with nothing but a flashlight in hand. This exploration allows them to intimately experience the enclave of nature after dark.

Dance from day to night at this music festival showcasing a diverse arrange of Mississippi musicians playing everything from blues to country to rock. Adding to the lively atmosphere, the Makers Fest also boasts an array of both visual artists and craftspersons who will astound attendees with their unique works.

Anticipate a gathering teeming with horse lover activities and informative workshops at the Heart of the Horse Expo and Trainers Challenge. With head-to-head live trainers challenges and a range of equestrian-related exhibits to see, this exclusive expo effortlessly combines entertainment with education for all equine enthusiasts.

Engage with downtown Jackson's vibrant food scene while partaking in a gracefully serene day at the Mississippi Museum of Art's enriching green space. Absorb the rhythm of lively music, take pleasure in various games, dive into creative art activities, and above all, relish some of the top-notch local cuisines.

Rapid heartbeat and heavy breath feature in the robust Hot Diggity Dog 5K, an action-packed running event that unites fitness enthusiasts and canine lovers. It ensures participants exhilarating strides down tree-lined tracks, interspersed with delightful tail-wagging encounters showcasing diverse, lovable dog breeds that add unlimited excitement to the electrifying exercise event.

Couples Therapy, a comedy show run by viral standup comedian Jesse Peyton, leans into nuptial humor, making it ideal for couples at all stages as well as singles. Alongside enjoying the full comedy show, attendees join in on the fun and submit relationship questions for a panel of jesters to answer, adding an interactive layer to this theatrical adaptation of couples counseling.

Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a purpose-driven, invigorating 5K and 10K Run and Walk charity event, honoring the legacy of Emile and Brooke Craig, benefactors and advocates for Region 8's children in dire need. Get fit, have fun, and raise funds to supply the bare necessities, like clothing and school supplies, to these underserved kids in Rankin County while possibly earning race entry by supporting Emile and Brook Lynch's Kids 501c3 organization, or be part of a team leading this noble cause.

In honor of fallen comrades, participants can embrace fellowship and gather to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice with a 5K run, walk, or ruck march. It's not only about remembering the fallen but also fosters camaraderie and encouragement amongst everyone in attendance.

Young anglers aged 15 and under are bound to rejoice at this forthcoming event, brimming with fishing excitement at a wonderfully stocked catfish lake. In addition to casting lines, it promises attendees the opportunity to delight in outdoor beauties and is simply perfect for youngsters who adore fishing.