Second Saturday, July 2025: Frida Fest!

July 12, 2025

July's Second Saturday celebrates the art and style of Frida Kahlo. The annual Frida Fest celebration kicks off with a 5-Kahlo Fun Run and culminates with a Frida look-alike contest at the Mockingbird Café! Also on tap are an art pop-up market, weekend shopping specials, and our festive bar scene. Come join us in Old Town for a ton of fun! 
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- By Holly Harrison & Shannon Stage, Old Town Merchants Association 

Known for her striking brow, vivid floral headpieces, and brilliantly colored artwork, Frida Kahlo brings out the bohemian heart in all of us. Visit Old Town on July 12 for the 10th annual Frida Fest, kicking off with the BSL Running Company’s 5-Kahlo Fun Run and culminating with the annual Frida look-alike contest at the Mockingbird Café! In addition to all the Frida festivities, Second Saturday will see an art pop-up market, weekend shopping specials, and our always festive bar scene. Come join us in Old Town for a ton of fun!
 

This Second Saturday
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These featured Old Town Merchants Association members offer beautiful apparel, including the latest in shoe fashion for women, men, and children. Visit them on Main Street and Beach Boulevard to find your unique style.
 

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Bay-tique – 125-D Main Street
Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 11 am-4 pm

 
When it comes to finding the right mix of edge and fun in your wardrobe, few places nail it quite like Bay-tique. This charming store has been a fashion haven since 2012. Their motto, “slightly edgy, always fun,” is as relevant and evident today as ever.

Jane Kulpeska, the passionate owner of Bay-tique, has an eye for the unique. “I strive to curate collections different from what you’ll encounter in regular department stores,” she told us. It is this vision that has led Bay-tique to proudly feature fabulous brands such as Dune Jewelry, Umgee, Blowfish, and Hobo bags. Whether you are a college student looking for a fresh take on fashion, a seasoned fashionista eager for a new twist, or just searching for comfortable fashion that is both refreshing and easy, Bay-tique has you covered.

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Biz-zee Bee – 111B Main Street
Tues-Fri 10 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm, Sun Noon-3 pm

 
Biz-zee Bee is a children’s store specializing in coastal apparel and gifts that offers a mix of traditional and trendy styles with the best quality and prices in mind. On-site embroidery is available to help make purchases extra special, along with a complimentary gift wrap service. In February, the shop marked 20 years in business, and it was voted Business of the Year in 2023 by the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce.
 
Stop by Biz-zee Bee on this Second Saturday and take advantage of the start of our end-of-summer sale. All summer and dance inventory will be 40% off!
 

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Southern Cotton Company – 216 Main Street
Open Daily 10 am-6 pm

 
Southern Cotton Company, formerly known as California Drawstrings, offers relaxed, comfortable clothing for the hot and humid South Mississippi climate. This boutique offers fresh resort-style apparel and jewelry. From casual dresses to capri slacks and coordinating tops, you will find the perfect ensemble for a summer day in the Bay. If you are looking for cooler cotton or linen apparel, this is the spot!
 

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Fairly Local – 137 Main Street
Tues-Sat 10 am-5:30 pm

 
Located in the historic Post Office building, Fairly Local is writing a new chapter in Old Town’s historic shopping area. Focused on men’s apparel, you will find classic shore styles along with men’s accessories like watches, sunglasses, belts, and bags. Fairly Local is a unique nod to modern men with the latest in style and comfort while offering a glimpse into the past with a walk-in humidor and a large variety of choices for the discerning cigar smoker. Like the 1930s style of the Art Deco building itself, Fairly Local blends timeless and contemporary in one spot. There is even an old-timey barber shop off the main entrance!
 

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Gabo’s – 135 Main Street
Mon 10 am-2 pm, Tues-Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 11 am-3 pm

 
Gabo’s is a boutique featuring women’s clothing, jewelry, shoes, and other accessories. They have been in their prominent Main Street location for three years. “We absolutely love being a part of Old Town Bay St. Louis,” says owner Therese Lesniewski. “I invite you come in and view our selections.”

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Shoe Boutique – 131-E Main Street
Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 11 am-4 pm

 
Shoe Boutique is a fashion lover’s paradise, offering a delightful mix of style, history, and community spirit. Owner Jana Lumpkin is committed to catering to a diverse clientele. With a wide range of shoes and carefully chosen accessories, there is something for every taste. From Zee Alexis, Volatile, Lemon Jelly, and Naot shoes to Jimmy Crystal glasses and Ilsa Jacobson purses, Lumpkin works to ensure that the boutique’s offerings meet the needs of the BSL community.
 

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The Boutique by TWC – 118 North Beach Boulevard
Mon-Fri 11 am-6 pm, Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 11:30 am-5:30 pm

​The Boutique by The Wedding Collection offers all your favorite brands of apparel, accessories, and gifts. Styled to be a fun and easy shopping experience for all the things you could need for yourself or as a gift, The Boutique offers fresh clothing for a day at the beach or an evening around town. Their friendly staff will help you find just what you are looking for.
 

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