Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau

06/15/2026

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🎨 Artists & Makers — Have You Applied Yet? 🎨

Applications are currently open for the 48th Annual Peter Anderson Festival, taking place November 7–8, 2026, in beautiful downtown Ocean Springs!

For nearly five decades, this nationally recognized, juried arts festival has attracted talented artists from across the country and welcomed thousands of visitors to experience an incredible weekend of art, creativity, and community.

Whether your medium is painting, pottery, jewelry, photography, woodwork, sculpture, or something uniquely your own, we invite you to submit your application and be considered for one of the Southeast's premier arts events.

🎨 Share your passion
🌊 Experience the charm of the Mississippi Gulf Coast
🛍️ Engage with enthusiastic art buyers
⭐ Be part of a tradition that has inspired generations

Applications are being accepted now. We can't wait to see the amazing work artists from across the country submit for 2026!

👉 Apply here: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14517

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

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06/15/2026

☕🚓🚒 Join us for Breakfast with First Responders! 🚒🚓☕

The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce–Main Street–Tourism Bureau, along with event sponsor Ingalls Shipbuilding, invites the community to our annual Breakfast with First Responders on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Aztecas Ocean Springs, located at 1618 Bienville Boulevard.

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while meeting and hearing updates from Ocean Springs Police Chief Steven Dye and Fire Chief Archie Fitch. This is a great opportunity for local business owners, residents, and community members to connect with our Police and Fire Department leadership, learn about public safety initiatives, and strengthen community partnerships.

Bring your questions, ideas, and community spirit as we celebrate and support the men and women who serve and protect Ocean Springs every day. ❤️

📍 Aztecas Ocean Springs
📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
🎟️ Free to attend!

Sponsored by Ingalls Shipbuilding and the Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 228-875-4424.

06/15/2026

☀️ 99 Days of Summer – Week 3 ☀️
Another week of summer fun is here in Ocean Springs!

Monday: Take photos outside for Nature Photography Day
Tuesday: Grab some fudge from Kilwins for National Fudge Day
Wednesday: Play tic-tac-toe with seashells on the beach
Thursday: Go on a hermit crab hunt
Friday: Cool off at Clay Boyd Spray Park
Saturday: Celebrate the First Day of Summer with a firepit on Front Beach
Sunday: Spend the day shell hunting for National Seashell Day

06/13/2026

🎶🔥 FRIDAY, JUNE 26, OCEAN SPRINGS! 🔥🎶

Fridays at the Fort is back at beautiful Fort Maurepas on Friday, June 26, from 6–9 PM! 🌊

Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring:
🎸 Live music by Ty Taylor music & The Kinfolks
🍔 Delicious local food trucks
🌅 Stunning waterfront sunset views
🪑 Lawn chairs, blankets, and all the Friday night vibes

Grab your friends, bring the family, and enjoy one of the best summer nights on the Coast under the live oaks and by the water. Great music, amazing food, and a beautiful setting make Fridays at the Fort the perfect way to spend your Friday evening.

See y’all at the Fort! 🎤🌴🎶

06/13/2026

06/11/2026

Join us for Business After Hours at Naturally Guided Health, 2594 Government St, on Thursday, June 25 from 5:00 p.m. To 7:00 p.m. Bring your business card and a $5 donation.