Upcoming Events
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Cruisin' the Coast roars in for its 26th annual celebration of all things antique and classic car October 2–9! See the schedule for events in our area below.
Below you'll find the Shoofly Magazine's curated events with all the details. We update this page each week, so mark your own calendars and share with friends! For a complete list of events, see our Community Calendar!
- by Ana Balka
- by Ana Balka
Upcoming Events is sponsored by these local businesses:
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10/2–10/9 - Sunday to Sunday
The yearly event that's been celebrating classic rides since 1996 is taking over the coast once more!
Map below from Cruisin' the Coast: CTC Stamping location BSL: North Beach Blvd. and Ulman Ave. Hospitality tent: N. Beach Blvd. and Main Stage: N. Beach and Court St. 
Events in Pass Christian Thursday, 10/6: Burnout 5pm: On the corner of Market St. and Second St. Events in Bay St. Louis: Thursday, 10/6: 11am-Noon: Figure Eight 1-2pm: Cool Rayz 3-4:30pm: Unfazed Band 6–9pm: The BSL Trio, Silver Slipper Casino, under the Hotel 9pm: Nick Perkins Elvis Tribute – Silver Slipper Casino, Stage Bar Friday, 10/7: 9–11am: Dennis Gage appearance 11am–noon: Black Velvet 1–2:30pm: Barlow Brothers 3:30–4:30pm: Na Na Sha 8pm: Nick Perkins Elvis Tribute, Silver Slipper Saturday, 10/8: 2pm: Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum salutes Cruisin' with a fly-by just offshore along Hwy. 90 Ocean Springs to BSL 11am-Noon: Doo Wop 1-2pm: Starz 3-4:30pm: Vince Vance & The Valiants 7pm: Super Saturday Concert Laz Show Band free show at Hollywood Casino 8pm: Nick Perkins Elvis Tribute Silver Slipper Casino Stage Bar 10/3 - Monday
Start your week off partying spooky with music by Monsters at Large and food from Chef Joe Castoro of Beachside tiki bar and grill! Monsters at Large is Tommy Moran on guitar, Sam Brady on keyboards, Chuck Lofton on vocals, Casey Lipe on saxophone, Regan Taylor on bass, Lee Seal percussions and Gene Moran on drums.
10/5 - Wednesday
After a period of refurbishing, improving, and renovating, the Depot grounds will reopen with new restrooms, a soundstage and much more to accommodate the many events that take place in the district. Join for the ribbon cutting, followed by live music from Sons of uh Beech.
10/7, 8, 9 and 14, 15, 16: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
Get your tickets now for a classic production based on the 1973 Jean Poiret play La Cage aux Folies, concerning one St. Tropez (or South Beach, after the '96 film's scenario) drag club owner who lives with partner Albert, a star drag queen, above the club. The plot involves a surprise wedding, a lot of laughs, and no doubt stellar performances from actors at the BSL Little Theatre!
10/8 - Saturday
For over 20 years, the monthly art walk has become one of the most popular events in the region. Walk around and enjoy Old Town all day and into the evening, with monthly Hot Spots offering nibbles, musical acts, and of course specials.
October Hot Spots are Shoofly Partners 200 North Beach, Tami Curtis Art Gallery, and the French Potager! All Hot Spots will have specials, music, and treats! And for this September Second Saturday, Bay St. Louis Old Town Merchants’ Association is having a Back-to-School Bash! It's going to be a blast. Do note the different times for various attractions: 10/8 - Saturday
A special event at Shoofly Prime Partner La Terre Farms! Enjoy Cuban cuisine by Chef Tara of Savage Skillet and spirits from Circle Hook Distilling. A special adults-only eve of rum tasting, a delicious Cuban menu, and music by area favorite Brandon Tingstrom.
10/12 - Wednesday
Nadezhda Kalinina choreographs this new production of Swan Lake with updates from the original Petipa / Ivanov version that premiered January 15, 1895 at the Imperial Marinsky Theatre, St. Petersburg.
Hand-painted sets and over 150 hand-sewn costumes by Sergei Novikov. SFX makeup by award-winning Irina Strukova (Crazy Rich Asians, Netflix, HBO). This is a great opportunity to see some world-class work, so do not miss. 10/14–16: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
100 Men D.B.A. Hall continues a year-long centennial celebration with a weekend of entertaining events that honor the Hall's history and uphold its mission to educate the public on its significance and contributions to the community over the last century.
Friday night: 6–8pm Craft Cocktail with Taariq David of Cocktail Bruhs: Make three craft cocktails with celebrity mixologist Taariq David! These workshops are popular, so get a ticket! Artist Adrienne Brown-David painting unveiling: Work commemorating the Chitlin Circuit to be unveiled inside the Hall. Saturday night: Deacon John & the Ivories Chitlin Circuit Dance Party: 7–10pm A regular performer at the Hall in the ’50s and ’60s, Deacon John was there when the Chitlin Circuit, a response to racial segregation, provided a network of venues for Black performers to find acceptance and audience. He was there when the Hall was added to the Mississippi Blues Trail in 2011. And now he's there to celebrate this, the 100th anniversary of 100 Men D.B.A. Hall. The man will make you get up and dance, so get your tickets now. Featuring food from Big Boyz BBQ by Rodney Beals! Sunday: Show of Art Works by Students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) 4–6pm Works for sale by students and graduates of HBCUs in this show curated by Bay St. Louis photographer and artist Ann Madden. 10/14 - Friday
Make it an idyllic Friday eve at the farm with vendors, flowers, sweets and non-alcoholic drinks for sale, cool to byob, and music 5:30–8:30! Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs! This is a monthly thing, with 11/18 and 12/16 also on the schedule.
10/14 - Friday
Diamondhead Farmers Market is back! This morning market has produce, baked goods, farm-raised beef, veggie plants, handmade products and free popcorn!
Three more dates between now and the end of 2022:
10/14- Friday
It's time again for Food Truck Friday!
Each week participating trucks park it on Coleman and do their best to overwhelm you with choice in terrific food. Traffic on Coleman Avenue in front of Studio Waveland is closed to accommodate foot traffic and trucks. Past vendors have included Home Run Grill, Da GM's Smoke & Soul BBQ, Franny's Hot Dogs & More, Rolling Bayou, Meatbawls, Los Sarapes Tacos & Más, Paule's Snowballs, and more! Studio Waveland is open and will have gallery preview night for the Equinox Exhibition, which opens Saturday, October 15. 10/15 - Saturday
A great day of artists, food, music and fun on Coleman Avenue! Vendor registration open. More info as the date approaches!
10/15 - Saturday
Join for this opening reception of work by Renegade Artists Collective in conjunction with Coleman Avenue Fall Fest!
Expect a diverse range of mediums and genres by the 14 members of this Louisiana-based collective. Artists include: Kim Bernadas, Cheryl Anne Grace, Chris Granger, Nurhan Gokturk, Michael Guidry, Christina Juran, Jacques Soulas, Sarah Nelson, Erin McNutt, Carlos Zervigon, Herb Roe, Clifton Webb, Anita Cooke, and Sakia Ozols. More on RAC 10/22 - Saturday
Join the fun at the 2nd Annual Red Bean Cook-Off benefitting Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)of Hancock County. With up to 30 teams, that's a lot of variety! Get your team registered now!
10/22 - Saturday
Register your gof cart, classic car or Jeep now for this spooky cruise through Old Town! Word on the street is that there are details of a haunted poker stroll to come. Check the registration link!
10/29 - Saturday
Every year for Halloween, Historical Society members in period dress portray citizens buried at Cedar Rest. Hear fascinating history and stories from long-departed members of the community!
Before or after your tour, go to Historical Society headquarters at the Lobrano House, 108 Cue Street, for hot dogs, chili dogs, homemade cookies, and punch. And there's always plenty of candy for the kids! Don't miss this spooky history lesson that's a BSL Old Town Halloween tradition! 10/29 - Saturday
Come join The Arts, Hancock County for the second annual Benefit Gala at the home of Mamie Hillery. Prizes for best costumes! Specialty foods and beverages! Dancing! Come out for this continuation of The Arts 2.0 Capital Campaign and celebration of the new Hancock Arts Center.
10/29 - Saturday
Save the date for the annual Witches’ Walk!
10am: Register for costume contest at Social Chair, 201 Main Street ($5). Witches Walk sticker with registration. 10am–5pm: Many local shops and restaurants will offer discounts and specials for witches 10am–1pm: Witches constume watercolor portraits at Shannon Mullen Art & Katie's Jewelry & Gifts ($45) 11am: Best costume contest at Social Chair 11:30: Witches Walk from 201 Main to 300 S. Second Street 12pm: Official 2022 Witches Walk photo (Old City Hall) 12:30pm: Best Broom contest at Century Hall, 112 S. Second Street 3–6pm: DJ & Jell-O shots at Daiquiri Shak 7–11pm: A Night on the Beach (see above) |
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Second Saturday Artwalk in Old Town.
Photo by Ellis Anderson
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