Can't Miss Fall Events in Laurel, MS
Southerners crave fall more than anyone else! The cooler temperatures bring a break from the oppressive heat, the humidity is nearly non-existent, and the flaming leaves of autumn trees put on a show that makes us all feel warm and cozy.
In Laurel, we welcome fall with Laurel Main Street’s annual Loblolly Festival, which takes place each year on the first Saturday in October. Food, arts, and crafts vendors from all over the southeast set up on the brick streets of downtown Laurel for a full day of family fun and live music in celebration of our town and the Loblolly Pine tree, which helped turn Laurel from a lowly swamp to the Yellow Pine Capital of the World.
Festival goers will also enjoy seeing the decorative scarecrows from Laurel’s “Scarecrow Invasion,” a friendly competition among our downtown merchants. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, October 5th and will feature 5 live music acts on the Loblolly stage, craft demonstrations, children’s activities and food trucks from across the south.
October schedule of events:
Laurel Main Street Loblolly Festival - 10/6
Open Mic Night at Lee's Coffee and Tea 10/6
Peddlers Junktion's Fall Flea Market & Craft Fair 10/12
Wine Down Downtown 10/18
Social on Short 7th Street 10/19
Karaoke at 320 Fifth Street every Friday evening
As the temperatures drop in November, the activities really ramp up! On November 3rd, the merchants of Downtown Laurel will host their annual holiday open house. It’s a fantastic afternoon of shopping, sampling, and specials and is a great opportunity to accomplish some Christmas shopping. If all that shopping doesn’t get you into the holiday spirit, you might need to attend a performance of White Christmas at the historic Arabian Theatre. Show dates are set for November 8-10, and 15-17.
November schedule of events:
Open Mic Night at Lee’s Coffee & Tea - 11/2
Downtown Holiday Open House - 11/3
White Christmas - at Laurel Little Theatre - 11/8-10 and 11/15-17
Wine Down Downtown 11/15
Small Business Saturday - 11/30
Christmas at Landrum's Homestead and Village - 11/30
Karaoke at 320 Fifth Street every Friday evening
One of the most highly anticipated events of the holiday season is Pancake Day! Pancake Day is such a big deal, and beloved Laurel tradition that we made a candle in it's honor.
On December 7th, beginning at 6am, hungry patrons line up at the YWCO downtown or at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center for all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage prepared and served by Kiwanis and Key Club members. It’s just not Christmas in Laurel until you’ve eaten a hot stack of pancakes.
Fall is truly a joyous time here in Laurel, MS. And once the events start in October, we don't stop until New Year! Make sure to check out future posts here and on social media detailing all of our Holiday events in the month of December!
Whether you’re planning a full day of family fun, reconnecting with old friends, or starting a magical holiday tradition, Downtown Laurel has something for everyone this fall!
