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CALENDAR
JANUARY
Biloxi
Twelfth Night Celebration
The city kicks off Carnival season with a parade, lighting of City Hall, 140 Lameuse St., in carnival colors, and the presentation of the flag bearers. Event includes music and food. Hosted by the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration
Two to three days of events put together by various organizations to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and advocate for equality against racial segregation.
FEBRUARY
Children's Mardi Gras Walking Parade
Annual children's parade celebrating Mardi Gras. Children ages 12 and younger parade downtown and dress up and decorate floats in the Gulf Coast Carnival theme for the
year. The event includes
a costume and float competition. First, second, and third-place awards are given. Hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
Special Needs Mardi Gras Ball & Dance
The event is held at the Donal M. Snyder Sr. Community Center, 2520 Pass Road, and is open to all ages with physical and mental disabilities. Event includes the crowning
of a King, Queen, Grand Duke, and Duchess, hors
d'oeuvres, door prizes, and entertainment. Hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
Arbor Day Run/ Walk/Roll
for Disability Awareness
An annual event held at the Biloxi Town Green and nearby streets. Registration fees apply. Hosted by the Gulf Coast Running Club.
Black History Program
The event features speakers, musical selections, and food. The annual event takes place at the Dr. Frank Gruich Community Center, 591 Howard Ave., and is hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
MARCH
Krewe of Neptune Night Parade
Parade in downtown Biloxi on the Saturday before Mardi Gras.
Gulf Coast Carnival Association Day Parade
Held on Fat Tuesday, the Gulf Coast Carnival Associations Mardi Gras Day Parade started in 1908 and features King d’Iberville and Queen Ixolib, 24 association floats, and many private entry floats.
Anual Krewe
of Barkloxi PAWrade
Annual downtown parade featuring dogs! Registration applies. Hosted by the Humane Society of South Mississippi.
St. Patrick's Day 5K Run
Run held in Downtown Biloxi. Registration fees apply. Hosted by the Gulf Coast Running Club.
City of Biloxi Extravaganza Easter egg hunt, games, and more. Held at the Woolmarket Elementary School, 12513 John Lee Road, and hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
Egg-ceptional Egg Hunt
Easter egg hunt, games and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Open to all ages with physical and mental disabilities. Hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
Annual Biloxi Chamber Craft Beer Fest
Features homebrews, food, live music and more. Takes place at Keesler Federal Park and hosted by the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce.
APRIL
Tradition Triathlon
Sprint triathlon held in The Village at Tradition, 12661 Village Ave. W. The race course includes a 600-yard lake swim, a 16.2-mile bike course, and a 5K run. Event hosted by the Gulf Coast Running Club.
Earth Day Celebration Cleanup
Annual community clean-up encouraging the community to clean up areas in Biloxi. Bags and gloves supplied. Hosted by Biloxi Main Street.
Blessing of the Fleet Kick Off Blessing of the Fleet begins on April 29 with a poster unveiling and introduction of the Shrimp Queen contestants at St. Michael’s Family Life Center! Don’t miss the big event May 28-31.
MAY
Annual Blessing of the Fleet Weekend-long event features the coronation of the Biloxi Shrimp King and Queen, a festival, live music, arts and crafts vendors, and the blessing of commercial shrimping and fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft along with a wreath drop in the Mississippi Sound.
Downtown Popup Events Various Locations Derby Day
May 2-G.E. Ohr Street
PRESERVATION IN MAY
Starts at the Frank Gruich Community Center
May 14
National Day of Prayer
Held at Biloxi City Hall, 140 Lameuse St., as an annual observance prayer ceremony. Open to people of all faiths to pray for the nation.
Annual Preservation in May Events
Series of events held throughout the month saluting Biloxi's history. Hosted by the City of Biloxi and the Preserve Biloxi Committee.
Summer Swimming Lessons
Held throughout the summer at the Biloxi Natatorium, 1384 Father Ryan Ave. Two- week sessions at various times. Fees apply. Hosted by Biloxi Parks & Recreation.
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