Competitions and tournaments of every
kind exist in abundance in Mississippi. Golf, fishing, hunting,
football, baseball, hockey, pool, auto racing or an old-fashioned
mule pull… you name it and we've got it. Listed here
are many of the tournaments and competitions held throughout
the state.
Run Thru History
Vicksburg
Runners will enjoy this 10-K race through Vicksburg National
Military Park. 5-K walk and 1-mile run for children. March 6, 2004
Main Street Heritage Festival
Port Gibson
Activities for the day include a 5-K run/walk, arts and crafts,
children's activities, guided tours of historic sites and
the original Mississippi Venison Cookoff. March 26, 2004 - March 28, 2004
Ridgeland Natchez Trace Century Ride
Ridgeland
This distance event is designed for amateur biking on the
scenic Natchez Trace Parkway. A distance of 25-100 miles adds
to the challenge. April 10, 2004
Atwood Music Festival
Monticello
National and regional country music artists, tennis and golf
tournament, arts/crafts and children's activities make this
festival a must for the serious music lover. May 28, 2004 - May 29, 2004
Heatwave Classic Triathlon
Ridgeland
A triathlon that includes a .5 swim; 24 1/2 mile bike ride
and a 6.2 mile run. June 5, 2004
Pearl Day
Pearl
This weekend of family fun and games includes singing, golf,
softball and arts and crafts. June 25, 2004 - June 27, 2004
Madison County Championship Hot Air Balloon Race
Madison
Four-day event featuring balloon glows, competition races,
food, craft, vendors, music and spectacular fireworks display. July 1, 2004 - July 4, 2004
Ridgeland Celebrates America Balloon
Glow
Ridgeland
Up... up... and away! Great fun and excitement surround this
amazing display of hotair balloon competition. Celebrate the
birth of the world's greatest nation... with us. July 4, 2004
16th Annual Over the River Run
Vicksburg
This exhilarating 5-mile run takes you over the old Mississippi
River Bridge and into Delta, LA, then back to Vicksburg. Included
in the day's events is a 5-mile walk and not-so-intense fun
run. September 4, 2004
Southern Farm Bureau Classic
Madison
This PGA Tour golf tournament will be held on the beautiful
green turf of Annandale Golf Club. And green is definitely
the color of choice when a purse of $3 million is up for grabs. September 28, 2004 - October 4, 2004
Mississippi's Walk for Diabetes
Vicksburg
Mississippi's Walk for Diabetes is a one-mile family fun walk
through historic downtown Vicksburg. One hundred percent of
all of the funds raised stay in Mississippi. All funds benefit
the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi. October 2, 2004
Great Mississippi River Balloon Race
Natchez
Hot air balloon liftoffs, a fabulous music festival, food
and beverages, fireworks and a children's village add to the
fun at this annual event. October 15, 2004 - October 17, 2004
O'Reilly Auto Parts Motor Cross and
Freestyle Championships
Hattiesburg
National motor-cross racers come to Hattiesburg for fun and
thousands in prize money.
February 13, 2004 - February 14, 2004
18th Annual USM Coca-Cola Classic
Rodeo
Hattiesburg
Fantastic sports like barrel racing will keep the rodeo fans
entertained for the three-day show.
March 19, 2004 - March 21, 2004
Run for the Roses
Prentiss
Flea market, arts and crafts, music, food, games and rides
for kids, provide entertainment for this excellent event.
Mississippi Track Club Grand Prix 5-K race, 1-mile and 1/4-mile
run/walk.
April 9, 2004 - April 10, 2004
Okatoma Festival
Collins
A community celebration highlighting the county's unique heritage
and life style. Live entertainment, arts & crafts, food,
parade, rubber duck race, exhibits and a street dance. Fun
for the entire family.
May 1, 2004
All Harley Memorial Day Blowout
Gulfport
Motorcycle drag races and free bike show.
May 28, 2004 - May 31, 2004
Southern Miss AQHA Horse Show
Hattiesburg
Four days of horse showmanship that includes competitors from
across the south.
June 17, 2004 - June 20, 2004
Annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing
Rodeo
Gulfport
This official state rodeo offers freshwater, saltwater and
river water categories.
July 1, 2004 - July 4, 2004
Dixie Region Team Penning Championships
Hattiesburg
Hundreds of teams compete for prize money and team penning
trophy.
September 1, 2004 - September 5, 2004
Labor Day Kids Fishing Rodeo
Waveland
Just for kids! With prizes and family activities.
September 4, 2004 - September 5, 2004
Mississippi Pecan Festival
Richton
This family-oriented event, held in a shady 30-acre pecan
orchard, offers arts and crafts, live demonstrations, mule
pull, beauty contest, cash talent show and live music.
September 25, 2004 - September 26, 2004
Cruisin' the Coast
Biloxi
This event brings hundreds of automobile enthusiasts together
for lots of fun and excitement centered around a time that
still lives in the hearts of so many, the fabulous '50s and
'60s. Over 4,200 classic vehicles will be entered. Live entertainment,
a poker run and drag racing.
October 3, 2004 - October 10, 2004
Team Penning East Coast Final
Tunica
Watch the exciting top penning riders of the year competing
for over 250,000 in awards and money.
January 8, 2004 - January 11, 2004
American Amateurs Team Roping
Tunica
Amateur team roping at its finest is offered in a family,
Christian atmosphere. Plan to enjoy this two-day event again
in August 2004.
March 6, 2004 - March 7, 2004
Sam's Town Shoot-Out Barrel Racing
Tunica
Thrill to the fast-paced action surrounds this exciting competition.
May 7, 2004 - May 9, 2004
Catfish Races
Belzoni
Pond-raised catfish speeding along plexiglass lanes make this
one of the world's most unusual races. Arts and crafts add
to the day.
May 8, 2004
Delta Jubilee & Barbecue-Cooking
Contest
Clarksdale
Live music, a carnival, arts and crafts, volleyball tournament,
go-cart racing add to this giant barbecue-cooking contest.
RV parking available.
June 4, 2004 - June 5, 2004
4th of July Festival
Greenwood
Come celebrate our nation with this family event in the park.
Enjoy games and activities for children, picnic supper and
musical entertainment; July 4th children's' parade from Leflore
County Court House to Veterans Memorial. The day ends with
a gigantic fireworks display.
July 3, 2004 - July 4, 2004
Southern Belle Invitational
Tunica
This exciting equestrian event features a Snaffle Bit Western
Pleasure Futurity. Horsemen of all ages will enjoy the thrill
surrounding this outstanding competition, sanctioned by the
National Snaffle Bit Association.
July 16, 2004 - July 18, 2004
American Amateurs Team Roping
Tunica
Amateur team roping at its finest is offered in a family,
Christian atmosphere.
August 7, 2004 - August 8, 2004
Greenville Balloon Festival
Greenville
Colorful hot air balloons compete for awards, while spectators
thrill to the sights and sounds of live entertainment, amusement
rides, terrific food, souvenir booths and arts and crafts.
September 3, 2004 - September 6, 2004
Big Black River Festival
West
Arts and crafts, food, entertainment, 5-K run and 1 mile run,
children's entertainment, West Civic Club Country Store.
September 11, 2004
300 Oaks Road Race
Greenwood
Event consists of a 10-K run, 5-K walk and one-mile fun run.
Race events include before and after the race hospitality
gatherings.
September 18, 2004
Athletic Cheer & Dance National Championship
Tunica
Join in all the fun and excitement surrounding this high school
cheerleading competition, as several athletic teams vie for
top honors in this national event.
December 12, 2004 - December 14, 2004
Pontotoc Lions Club 5K Ridge Run
Pontotoc
A typical 5K run. Participants receive T-shirts and complimentary
bags.
March 27, 2004
Heart Run/Walk 5-K
Tupelo
The largest 5-K run in the state offers a personal record
flat certified course; a fast and fun event for the entire
family.
April 1, 2004
Blue Suede Cruise
Tupelo
Show and shines, restoration workshops, poker run, slow drag
race, music, vendors and fun for the whole family!
April 30, 2004 - May 2, 2004
Corinth Coca-Cola Classic 10-K Run
Corinth
The second-largest foot race in Mississippi winds through
scenic, historic Corinth. Listed in Running Times as "One
of the 100 Great short races."
May 1, 2004
Mississippi Traditional Archery's
14th Annual Lofton Classic
Grenada
This family event boasts a weekend of traditional archery
competition along with free entertainment each evening. An
outdoor retail sportsman's show tops off the activities.
May 1, 2004 - May 2, 2004
32nd Annual Gum Tree Festival
Tupelo
Enjoy the weekend at this outdoor show of fine arts and crafts,
juried competition with cash prizes, music, literary competitions
and a 10-K run. Kick off the weekend festivities at the Tupelo
Art Gallery's Annual Gum Ball.
May 7, 2004 - May 9, 2004
Kudzu Festival
Holly Springs
Enjoy a carnival, music talent show, arts and crafts, horse
show, baseball tournament, entertainment, gospel jamboree,
concessions and a 5-K run.
June 3, 2004 - June 5, 2004
Grenada Lake's "Thunder On Water"
Safe-boating Festival
Grenada
Join thousands from across the nation at this annual event
featuring entertainment. A major fireworks display, carnival,
arts and crafts show, car, truck and bike show, PRC rodeo,
bike rally and softball tournament complete the festivities.
June 11, 2004 - June 13, 2004
Magnolia Classic Walking Horse Show
Corinth
This outstanding walking horse show has been one of the best
in four-state area for the past fourteen years.
July 16, 2004 - July 17, 2004
Pontotoc County Fair and Livestock
Show
Pontotoc
An open-air carnival with rides, games, food, etc. A rodeo,
livestock judging and petting zoo is conducted separately.
July 24, 2004 - July 31, 2004
Dizzy Dean World Series
Southaven
Heads up for this prestigious Little League World Series tournament,
featuring participant teams in age categories ranging from
8-13 plus Junior and Senior divisions. Teams come from as
far away as 15 states. 200+ teams compete. Top prize trophies
will be awarded winning teams.
July 30, 2004 - August 6, 2004.
Union County Fair and Livestock Show
New Albany
A traditional "old time" fair with a family fun
atmosphere. Featuring exhibits, rodeo, antique tractor pull,
mule pulling, livestock show, talent show, beauty pageant,
children's and seniors day programs and gospel jubilee.
August 2, 2004 - August 7, 2004
Bodock Festival
Pontotoc
For some great family fun, attend this festival, with a 5-K
run, golf tournament, arts and crafts, games, food, petting
zoo and art exhibits. And no bodock festival would be complete
without a championship bodock fence post-throwing contest.
August 27, 2004 - August 28, 2004
Tupelo Marathon and Half Marathon
Tupelo
For an exhilarating day in the great outdoors, plan to be
on hand for this exciting marathon and a half marathon race.
September 5, 2004
Southern National Disc Golf Tournament
Holly Springs
Players tee off in novice, junior, amateur, women, advanced
grand masters and professionals. Great prizes, concessions
and camping.
September 18, 2004 - September 19,
Tupelo Airfest 2004
Tupelo
Aviation, chills and thrills family entertainment with military
and civilian aircraft, combination of air show, ground exhibits
and demonstrations.
September 18, 2004 - September 19, 2004
Tallahatchie Riverfest & 5-K
Run
New Albany
Festivities include an arts and crafts festival, 5-K river
run, live music, children's area, storytelling, motorcycle
rally, amusement rides, food and more! Arts & Crafts vendors
welcome.
September 24, 2004 - September 25, 2004
The National Fox Hunt and Chase Futurity
Grenada
You won't believe your eyes as you watch 1,200 hunting hounds
on the chase for Wiley fox. An outstanding spectator event,
beginning with a Bench Show and ending with a silver-garnished
award ceremony. Calling of the hounds begins each morning
at daybreak.
October 25, 2004 - October 31, 2004
5-K/1-Mile Fun Run
Columbus
Dust off your running shoes and join in the fun of this exhilarating
race.
March 13, 2004
21st Annual Anderson Cup Road Race
Meridian
Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center hosts this annual event.
Includes 5-K run, 2-mile walk and 1-mile fun run.
April 10, 2004
Harper and Morgan Professional Rodeo
Lauderdale
Semi-annual event features the best in professional rodeo
performances. Concessions available.
April 16, 2004 - April 17, 2004
Natchez Trace Festival
Kosciusko
This annual festival of family entertainment includes arts
and crafts, food, kids fest, Gasoline Alley auto display and
competitive running events.
April 24, 2004
Jimmie Rodgers Memorial Country Music
Festival
Meridian
Celebrate the life and songwriter's and country music of Hall
of Famer Jimmie Rodgers event features gospel night talent
show, golf tournament and live entertainment.
April 30, 2004 - May 2, 2004
Bonita Classic 5-K Run and 2-Mile
Walk
Meridian
A 5-K run, 2-mile walk and kids' fun run combine for an exciting
day at Bonita Lakes Park. Awards, great prizes and delicious
food. Races sanctioned by the Meridian Athletic Association.
May 1, 2004
Ralph Morgan Rodeo
Meridian
This professional rodeo sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo
Cowboys Association promises to offer outstanding entertainment
and competition.
August 27, 2004 - August 28, 2004
Columbus Day 5-K Run
Columbus
In the hospitable town of Columbus, runners and spectators
alike will enjoy the exhilaration of this annual 5-K run.
October 2, 2004
