Sitting on the edge of your seat as a bucking bronco gives a professional cowboy the ride of his life… Tasting your cuisine of choice as you watch a local stained glass artisan demonstrate her craft… Donning your biker shades and bandana for a tour of some of the hottest leather & chrome you'll find on a Harley Davidson… It's all here in Starkville. Our community offers a wide variety of yearly events that will suit the fancy of everyone in your family. Click on the months listed below to take a glimpse of some of Starkville's many annual festivals and events. JANUARY FEBRUARY APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

JANUARY
Martin Luther King Celebration
Be a part of the dream. Weekend events include various worship services and a community-wide unity breakfast. (662) 323-5783

Magnolia Independent Film Festival
Come and enjoy the screening of two dozen independent films along with a Q&A forum with visiting filmmakers between shows. (662) 323-3322




APRIL
Super Bulldog Weekend
Share the Maroon and White excitement at annual "Spring Homecoming Super Bulldog Weekend" featuring SEC Baseball, SEC Softball, and the famous pig-cooking contest. MSU Ticket Office: (662) 325-2600

International Fiesta
Starkville is home to a diverse community. This is the time of the year when the various cultures are celebrated. Everyone is invited to taste the food, join the dancing, and be a part of this world party. Admission is free. Held the 1st Saturday in April at the MSU Drill Field 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 662-325-0787 or 324-2807

Cotton District Arts Festival and Taste of Starkville
You'll be impressed by the talent at Starkville's annual arts festival, held the 4th Saturday in April in Starkville's historic Cotton District, where all areas of the fine arts are featured. Fun includes a 5K Run, Flower Show, Pet Parade, Children's Village, music & food! Starkville Convention and Visitors Bureau (662) 323-3322

Spring Fever Concert
Crowds of music lovers gather at The Junction on MSU's campus for an outdoor concert featuring bluegrass, country, and rock 'n roll bands. Co-sponsored by Music Makers and MSU's Student Association.



MAY
Art in the Garden
The Starkville Area Arts Council and local garden clubs sponsor this annual fundraiser benefiting the arts council. Tour beautiful gardens as you enjoy performances of talented musicians and demonstrations by area artists. www.starkvillearts.org (662) 323-3019



JUNE
MSU Piano Showcase
Come and enjoy this annual music extravaganza. Famous performers and teachers present their works. lead Master Classes, and schedule evening concerts. The showcase is open to the public. Department of Music Education: (662) 325-3070





JULY
Old Fashioned Family Fourth of July
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and watch the fireworks! Admission is free. Starkville Sportsplex on Lynn Lane. Sponsored by Starkville Parks and Recreation Department (662) 323-2294




AUGUST
Sturgis South Motorcycle Rally
This is truly a family event where people from all across the country come to show their bikes, sell their wares, play games, enter contests, and relax in our neck of the woods. Main Street and City Park in Sturgis. (662) 323-3133
www.sturgismsrally.com





OCTOBER
Oktoc Country Store
Arts & Crafts and homemade Brunswick stew are sold. Admission is free. Oktoc Community Center (662) 323-1348

National Wildlife Refuge Week
A celebration of wildlife including tours of the Noxubee Wildlife Refuge and many other interesting activities. (662) 323-5548




NOVEMBER
MSU Holiday Bazaar
Holiday shopping is made fun and easy at MSU's yearly Christmas fair featuring over 50 artisans displaying all types of handmade goods, from woodwork and pottery, to jewelry and clothes. Admission is free. (662) 325-2930



DECEMBER
Annual Christmas Parade and Open House
Begin your holiday festivities by joining the entire community on Main Street for our annual Christmas Parade featuring floats, community groups, marching bands, and jolly Old Saint Nick himself. Enjoy the lighting of the community Christmas tree. Area retail stores hold Open House events and holiday sales. This all-day event is usually held on the first Saturday in December; call to confirm details. (662) 323-3322



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