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Discover Your Ultimate Wellness Escape in Laurel & Jones County

Hey there, gorgeous! Ready to hit refresh and soak up some serious self-love? Set your sights on Laurel and Jones County, your playground for wellness, pampering, creative flow and soul-soothing… Continue reading Discover Your Ultimate Wellness Escape in Laurel & Jones County

Published September 5, 2025
Categorized as Itineraries, Planning Your Vacation, Things To Do, Where to Stay Tagged Laurel MS, Things to Do, Weekend Getaway

Picturing America’s Pastime at the Lauren Rodgers Museum of Art

Baseball is more than just a game – it’s a story that has unfolded for generations in ballparks, sandlots, and backyards across America. This fall, the Lauren Rogers Museum of… Continue reading Picturing America’s Pastime at the Lauren Rodgers Museum of Art

Published August 25, 2025
Categorized as Things To Do Tagged Laurel MS, LRMA, Things to Do

LRMA Exhibit: Picturing America’s Pastime

PICTURING AMERICA’S PASTIME: Snapshots from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s CollectionLower Level GalleriesThe Picturing America’s Pastime exhibition at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum explores the deep… Continue reading LRMA Exhibit: Picturing America’s Pastime

Laurel Food Truck Festival

We’re back, and bigger than ever! The Laurel Food Truck Festival has grown so much that we’ve moved to a new location: the Laurel Fairgrounds. Don’t worry, though, it’s still the… Continue reading Laurel Food Truck Festival

South Mississippi Fair

The 104th Annual South Mississippi Fair is rolling into Laurel with a week-long celebration of family fun, community pride, and fall-time excitement! From October 17–25, the fairgrounds at 1457 Ellisville… Continue reading South Mississippi Fair

The Cannon Motors Loblolly Festival

Every year on the first Saturday in October, Laurel comes alive for the Canon Motors Loblolly Festival, a celebration of the city’s roots as a historic sawmill town. Admission is… Continue reading The Cannon Motors Loblolly Festival

5 Stops You Can’t Miss in Laurel and Jones County

Welcome to Laurel and Jones County, Mississippi—where Southern charm meets small-town cool. Whether you’re here for the history, the home renovations or just the homemade treats, this little corner of… Continue reading 5 Stops You Can’t Miss in Laurel and Jones County

Published May 22, 2025
Categorized as Itineraries, Planning Your Vacation, Things To Do Tagged Laurel MS, Things to Do, Vacation

Where Art Comes Alive: Experience the Magic of Night of Novi in Laurel

Celebrate art, storytelling, and Southern creativity at this unforgettable Jones County experience. Looking for an unforgettable night out in Laurel, Mississippi? Step into the heart of Jones County’s creative scene… Continue reading Where Art Comes Alive: Experience the Magic of Night of Novi in Laurel

Published May 2, 2025
Categorized as Things To Do Tagged Laurel MS, Shopping, Things to Do

Sippin’, Snackin’, and Socializin’: Young Adult Activities in Laurel and Jones County

Laurel, Mississippi, may be known for its HGTV-level charm (shoutout to our “Home Town” fans!), but don’t let the front porches and historic homes fool you—this small-town gem knows how… Continue reading Sippin’, Snackin’, and Socializin’: Young Adult Activities in Laurel and Jones County

Published April 29, 2025
Categorized as Things To Do Tagged Laurel MS, Things to Do, Young Adult

Unique Antiques in Laurel and Jones County

Thrifting, treasure hunting, upcycling, whatever you’d like to call it, we’re always down for a little retail therapy here in Laurel and Jones County–especially when we’re searching for spectacular secondhand… Continue reading Unique Antiques in Laurel and Jones County

Published October 31, 2024
Categorized as Shopping, Things To Do Tagged Laurel MS, Shopping, Things to Do

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📍: Laurel, MS & Jones County

Step back in time to experience a cherished Southe Step back in time to experience a cherished Southern tradition! 🥞🍁

Join @landrumslaurel this Saturday, November 14th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM for their annual Sugar Cane Syrup Making. See cane ground the old-fashioned way using a mule-powered mill and boiled in an antique syrup pan.

Best of all? Guests can enjoy complimentary hot biscuits served with fresh cane syrup samples! Traditional favorites like homemade ice cream, corn dogs and lemonade will also be available. Admission is $12 per person (children 3 and under are free).
Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the can Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the candlestick? 🔍

Get ready for an evening of suspense, laughs and classic whodunit fun as Laurel Little Theatre presents Clue, directed by Sallie Mitchell! Gather your friends and family to see if you can solve the mystery before the final curtain call.

🎭 November 6–7 & 13–14 at 7:30 PM
🎭 November 8 & 15 at 2:30 PM
📍 Laurel Little Theatre (408 N 5th Ave, Laurel, MS)

Online reservations are open now, so be sure to secure your seats early at the link in bio!
It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays in It’s beginning to look a lot like the holidays in Downtown Laurel! 🎁✨

Kick off your Christmas shopping early this Sunday, November 8th, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Downtown Christmas Open House. Explore special in-store promotions and giveaways from our beloved local merchants.

It’s the easiest (and coziest) way to find thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list!
Hello, November! A brand-new month means a whole n Hello, November! A brand-new month means a whole new calendar of hometown fun across Laurel and Jones County. From wing cook-offs and live theatre to sweet syrup-making and early holiday shopping, there is something for the entire family to enjoy this month.🍂🥳

🔎Clue @ Laurel Little Theatre: November 6–7 & 13–14 at 7:30 PM; November 8 & 15 at 2:30 PM 

🍗Wayne-Sanderson Farms Wing Wars: November 7 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

🎄Christmas Open House Downtown Laurel: November 8 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

🍁Sugar Cane Syrup Making at Landrum’s Homestead: November 14 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🎁Merry Marketplace: November 21 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

🧑‍🎄43rd Annual Christmas at Landrum’s Homestead: November 28 from 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

❤️Christmas in the 'Ville: November 28 from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Which events will you be joining us for? Tell us below!⬇️
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