Nov. 14th Purvis Street Festival Takes place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. in downtown Purvis. This family friendly festival features food vendors, crafts, kid jumpy houses, two stages of live entertainment (Gospel, Country), and much more.
Nov. 14th Matherville Fire Station's Fall Festival Takes place from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Ole School Venue with the Northeast Fire District.
The event will include food vendors, a silent auction, a cornhole tournament, live entertainment, a car show, and more.
Proceeds benefit the medical expenses of Chief Al Harrison. For more details, call 601-517-8743.
Nov. 15th The Meistersingers of Mississippi Their fall concert will celebrate legendary American composer George Gershwin.
The Meistersingers will preform "Fascinating Rhythm," "Strike Up the Band," and pieces from his opera, "Porgy and Bess."
The performance starts at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg.
Nov. 21st 2nd Annual Showin’ Out for St. Jude" Charity Car Show
Takes place at Atwood Water Park in Monticello.
Organized by Jaret C-Rider and Lee Johnson, the event donates 100% of its proceeds to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Last year’s inaugural show raised more than $8,000 with more than 150 registered vehicles.
Organizers hope to exceed those numbers this year with a goal of bringing in 200 vehicles and raising $9,000 for the cause.
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Nov. 21st Classic Car Cruise-in Takes place from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Temple Baptist Church (5220 Old Hwy. 11, Hattiesburg).
The event is for the benefit of The Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
For more details, call 601-596-4298.
Nov. 21st Jasper County Central VFD's Fundraiser This year's event will include a plate lunch and silent auction. Support volunteer blaze busters in Jasper County. .
Nov. 21st American Legion Post 11: Karaoke Grand Finale Takes place at 1108 North 9th Avenue in Laurel.
While seven contestants have already qualified, the event is opening up five additional wild card spots for new competitors. Registration for these wild card entries costs $10 and will take place from 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
The main competition kicks off at 9 p.m. with singers vying for the Golden Microphone Trophy, a championship certificate, and a prize.
Nov. 25th Salvation Army of Laurel: Thanksgiving Meal and Celebration
Takes place at Sawmill Square Mall's Center Court.
Attendees can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal, entertainment, and fellowship across two lunch sessions scheduled from 11 a.m. until noon -- and noon to 1 p.m.
While admission is free, advance reservations are required by calling 601-428-4232.
Dec. 1st Hattiesburg Zoo Story Time The zoo and the Oak Grove Public Library are partnering to host this free Story Time events for young children.
Taking place in the Hattiesburg Zoo's Education Room at 10:30 a.m., this session will feature book readings, interactive songs, and hands-on crafts without requiring zoo admission.
The event also coincides with the zoo's monthly Homeschool Day, which offers themed interactive stations and a special animal encounter starting at 8:30 a.m.
While Story Time is free to the public, participation in the Homeschool Day activities requires advance online registration and paid admission.
Families are invited to stay and explore the Zoo after the scheduled morning activities wrap up.
Dec. 5th 2026 Petal Christmas Parade Hosted by the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce, the parade starts at 4 p.m.
Centered around this year's theme, "Wrapped in Christmas Cheer," local businesses, schools, churches, and community groups are invited to participate with decorated floats and vehicles.
Parade entries must be in line by 2 p.m.