by Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune
‘Tis the season for arts and craft shows…or so it seems. There is a festival centered around arts and crafts almost every weekend in November.
Fortunately for you, Christmas isn’t that far away, and this month you can knock out your Christmas shopping list while picking up something unique and handmade. It’s a win-win!
MISTLETOE MARKETPLACE – Jackson – November 4 – 7
Presented by the Junior League of Jackson, Mistletoe Marketplace is the organization’s biggest fundraiser. Mistletoe Marketplace contributes more than $1 million each year to support the Junior League’s mission, which includes advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. League volunteers donate more than 55,000 hours of community service each year and support more than 30 projects and initiatives carefully designed to meet the greatest needs in our community.
The event will be kicked off November 4 from 7pm to 11pm with Merry & Bright: The Mistletoe Gala, the must-attend event of the holiday season!
PETER ANDERSON ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL – Ocean Springs – November 7-8
The largest arts and crafts festival in the state, Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival draws artists, craftsmen, and food from around the country. There is always great music at the festival, too. Pet-friendly, kid-friendly, and the smell of salt air. Don’t miss it.
PICAYUNE STREET FESTIVAL – Picayune – November 7-8
They’re taking it to the streets for the 64th semi-annual Picayune Street Festival in downtown Picayune. A Picayune tradition since 1995, the Picayune Main Street semi-annual Street Festival has welcomed thousands of visitors to Historic Downtown Picayune.
There will be arts and crafts, food, music, and a classic car show.
CHIMNEYVILLE ARTS FESTIVAL – Ridgeland – November 12-14
This is the 50th anniversary of Chimneyville Arts Festival, presented by the Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi. The event will take place at the Waller Craft Center near the Reservoir and features quality hand-made items that are one-of-a-kind, made by juried members of the Guild. This is the ideal place to find a gift that will be cherished forever, or to add to your own collection. Don’t miss the opening Preview Party on November 12 with live music, food, and adult beverages.
NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL – Downtown Jackson – November 13-15
For the second year of its three-year run in Jackson, the National Folk Festival returns with multiple stages filled with folk music from around the globe and across the country. Handmade art and crafts is a big part of the free festival, so don’t miss out.
Other Festivals
Gingham Tree Arts & Crafts Festival – Lucedale – November 14
Scottish Highland Games & Celtic Music Fest – Gulfport – November 11-14
Handworks – Jackson – November 21-22