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Inkin the Coast
There will be tattoo competitions to showcase the skills and creativity of artists, alongside seminars and workshops to help aspiring artists improve. There will be live entertainment, vendors, and more! Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center inkinproductions.com
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God’s Eye (Ojo de Dios) Weaving 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Dive into the vibrant world of the Ojo de Dios (God’s Eye), a Huichol symbol of protection, health, and long life. Ages 7+ are invited to create. Create three woven designs, explore cultural roots, and enjoy hands-on storytelling. Materials provided. The Arts, Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Fall Fest
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Come out and enjoy autumn with arts and crafts, jewelry, artwork, local food, a DJ, and more! Free shuttle to/from the festival at the City of Diamondhead Parking Lot. Event is open to the public!
The Club at Diamondhead theclubatdiamondhead.com
Facebook @The Club at Diamondhead Fall Fest
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Boo in the Bay Parade 5:30 p.m.
Bring the family to this fun parade to celebrate the spookiest time of year! Downtown Bay St. Louis boointhebay.com
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Blue Mountain Band 7:30 p.m.
This band was formed in 1991 by husband-and-wife duo Cary Hudson and Laurie Stirratt. They’ve released music on their own and through an independent record label. The concert itself is free, but 100 Men Hall does ask that you RSVP online. Food will be available for purchase. 100 Men Hall
100menhall.com
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Hallowings Flightfest 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
The event will include an “aircraft style” trunk or treat, air traffic control tower
tours, and more. In addition, the event will host the Nest Fest Cook-Off, presented by Hancock County School District’s H Nation Fund. No cost to attend and no age limit. Stennis International Airport portairspace.com
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Witches Walk
Join the gulf coast's largest costume party when witches take over Old Town Bay St. Louis & the Depot District. Register to be eligible for costume contests, cash prizes, freebies, and discounts. Have fun all day long!
Downtown Bay St. Louis business.hancockchamber.org
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BOO Bunco for Bethel Free Health Clinic
1-5 p.m.
This fundraiser for Bethel Free Health Clinic invites participants to wear their Halloween costumes (optional) and have some fun! There will also be food, beverages, prizes, and a silent auction. Tickets are $25.
Biloxi Visitors Center bethelfreeclinic.org
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True South: Screening & Book Signing 6-8 p.m.
Enjoy an evening author, journalist, and Emmy Award-winning host John T. Edge as he shares stories from the road and
from his latest memoir, House of Smoke:
A Southerner Goes Searching for Home. The event features a special screening of the Ocean Springs episode of TrueSouth, followed by a Q&A, book conversation, and signing. Event itself is free and open to the public. Copies of the book, food, and drink will be available to purchase.
Walter Anderson Museum of Arts walterandersonmuseum.org
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TEDxSouthern Miss: Viewing Location 1-5 p.m.
Come out to this live viewing party at the Walter Anderson Museum of Art! This is the first TEDx event of its kind along the Mississippi Gulf Coast and at the University of Southern Mississippi, and it promises
to be a powerful platform highlighting innovation, leadership, and regional progress. This event is specifically themed around the Blue Economy and will bring a global spotlight to our region.
Walter Anderson Museum of Art walterandersonmuseum.org
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS
November 1-2 | Thunder Over the Sound: A Legacy of Air Force Innovation
Keesler Air Force Base | thunderoverthesound.com
November 6 | Shuck Cancer
Mississippi Aquarium | gulfport.acsgala.org
November 8 & 9 | Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival
Downtown Ocean Springs | peterandersonfestival.com