Page 4 - Hancock County Tourism ~ 2025

As Executive Director of Hancock County Tourism, it’s my pleasure to welcome
you to the 2025-2026 edition of Play
on the Bay. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time friend of our coastal communities, we’re honored to have you exploring our little slice of paradise.
Nestled along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Hancock County is where vibrant culture, natural beauty, and Southern charm meet. Start your journey
at our Visitors Center inside the historic L&N Train Depot in Bay St. Louis—our “Front Door” to Hancock County. This Mississippi Landmark is not only a hub for maps, guides, and local insight, but also home to the Alice Moseley Folk Art Museum and the Bay St. Louis Mardi Gras Museum.
This guide is your passport to experiencing the very best
of Hancock County—where live music, art markets, coastal cuisine, and Southern charm come together with unique shops, historic sites, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable events. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to plan your visit, from local attractions and dining to accommodations and festivals. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a little of both, we invite you to “Play on the Bay” in your own way—and hope you discover your next memory, your next visit, and maybe even your next favorite place.
On behalf of our entire team, thank you for supporting local businesses, exploring our towns, and helping us share the story of Hancock County.
We’re so glad you’re here.
McKenzey Northington
Executive Director, Hancock County Tourism
4 hancock county guide
Published by
Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau
L&N Historic Train Depot
1928 Depot Way, Bay St. Louis 228.463.9222 | playonthebay.org
In Cooperation
M2 Media Corp.
12268 Intraplex Parkway, Gulfport 228.385.7703
McKenzey Northington
Publisher
Michael Sunderman
Editor
Kelsey Sunderman-Foster
Account Executive
Suzette Carlson
Designers
Brian Treadaway, Missy Descher, Madeline Romano and John Sukmann
Contributors
Lynn Lofton and Cherie Ward
Cover Photo
L&N Depot, Bay St. Louis
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