Mississippi Gulf Coast Blues Festival

Top-flight blues entertainers the likes of O.B. Buchana, J-Wonn, Diva Crystal Thomas, Aaron Cook, and more headline Mississippi Gulf Coast Blues Festival for the 28th year running. There'll be plenty of food and drinks, cultural exhibits, and kids' diversions all built around a celebration of Mississippi's blues heritage at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. Gates open at noon; show starts at 1 pm. $30 advance tickets online or at local outlets like Byrds Music Store, Phyllis Owens, Lightning Holders Lounge, Scooters Barber Shop, and more; $35 at the door. msgulfcoastbluesfest.com.