Whether you’re looking for a day out with the family or an afternoon with friends, DeSoto County, Mississippi, is the place to be this spring! Flea Market Vendors from all over the Mid-South are under one roof for the Southern Flea Market! Shop for a variety of items and amazing deals courtesy of local makers at Landers Center March 18-19 and April 15-16. Arts & Crafts Support local artists and vendors offering a variety of handmade goods, specialty pieces and more. Food trucks will be on site, as well, so come hungry!
- Senior Craft Fair in Olive Branch - April 15 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- DeSoto Arts Festival in Hernando - April 22 • Begins at 8 a.m.
- 49th Annual A’Fair Arts & Crafts Festival in Hernando - May 20 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Carnivals
Enjoy carnival rides, live music, yummy food and fun for the whole family.
- 43rd Annual Southaven Springfest in Southaven - April 18-22 • Times vary
- Magnolia Fest in Horn Lake - May 3-6 • Times vary
Earth Day
The official Earth Day celebration in DeSoto County will feature exhibits from over 50 organizations and kid-friendly activities focusing on farming, and soil and water conservation.
- DeSoto County Earth Day Celebration in Hernando - April 22 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This celebration is in conjunction with the opening day of the Hernando Farmers Market and the DeSoto Arts Festival.
Crawfish, Brews, Music and More
From crawfish and wings to craft beer and live music, there’s something for everyone at these five festivals.
April 22
- 10th Annual Crawfish Boil in Southaven • Begins at Noon
- 6th Annual Brew Fest at Mississippi Ale House in Olive Branch • Begins at 2 p.m.
- 19th Annual Mudbug Bash in Hernando • Begins at 6 p.m. April 29
- Wheels and Wings Fest in Olive Branch • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- ‘Blues for the Blue’ Crawfish & Blues Festival in Southaven • 5-10 p.m.
Mark your calendars for these DeSoto County events, and stay tuned to our website and follow us Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for even more fun happenings.
