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For
more information on the following events contact
The Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau
1-800-381-0662 or click here to e-mail
us |
| January 17-21, 2008 |
MLK
Day A Day ON Service
The mission is to provide a much needed inclusive, unique and creative MLK Day celebration for the citizens of a specific section of the Mississippi Delta, Yazoo County and adjacent communities. During the month there will be several events planned. The MLK Yazoo Trail, 100 Acts of Kindness, Poster and Essay Contest, Dedication and Unity Prayer Service, just to name a few and ending with The King Affair a celebration at the celebration. For more information call Diane Delaware at 601-832-8175 or via email, ddelawar@aol.com. |
| January 19-20,
2008 |
Scrabble/Delta Style Tournament
Annual Tournament. Location: Howell’s Restaurant, 618 Center Park Lane, (off Hwy 49 North) Yazoo City, Mississippi, no walk-ins allowed. For more information call Juanita Washington 662-746-6670. |
| May 3, 2008 |
The Jerry Clower Festival
An event offering something for all ages, including arts and crafts, clowns, children's games and rides, food and lots more. Stages offer diverse entertainment of local, regional and national musical acts, drama, magic and dance. Location: Downtown. Contact: Colon Johnston 662-746-7676 or Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 662-746-1815, 1-800-381-0662 or write to Yazoo Fest, P.O. Box 1624, Yazoo City, MS 39194. |
| May 10, 2008 |
YukTown BikerBoys
Whether it’s on the front wheel or on the back wheel come see illegal action sport bike stunt teams perform. Admission. For more information, call the Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 662-746-1815, 1-800-381-0662. |
| May 17, 2008 |
VFW
Thunder Ride
Motorcycle enthusiasts from across Mississippi and Louisiana will travel to Yazoo City to participate. Proceeds from this benefit ride will go to support local and state veteran programs. For more information, call the Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 662-746-1815, 1-800-381-0662. |
| June 21, 2008 |
Bentonia Blues Festival
Live entertainment, food, family contests and games, arts and crafts. Location: Blue Front Café, 107 E. Railroad Ave.,Bentonia, MS. For more information, call the Yazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 662-746-1815, 1-800-381-0662 or call Jimmy “Duck” Holmes 662-755-2278 or 662-528-1900. |
| September 29-October 4, 2008 |
Yazoo County Fair
Amusement Rides and Exhibits of Local Canning, Arts and Crafts. There will be no selling inside the exhibit building. Local Arts & Crafts exhibits only. Time: Mon.-Sat.6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Saturday Matinee, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Admission Fees: One gate fee $7 Mon-Thurs: $8 Fri. & Sat.: $6 Sat Matinee: Free Parking. Location: Yazoo County Fairgrounds, Hugh J. McGraw Drive. Contact: For Vendors please call Johnny Miller, 314-378-5704 or Yazoo County Convention & Visitors Bureau, 662-746-1815 or 1-800-381-0662. |
| November 8-9, 2008 |
Holiday Open
House
Merchants around Yazoo open their stores to consumers for a Christmas preview of their merchandise. Time: 1:00 -5:00pm. For more information, call 1-800-381-0662 or 662-746-7676.
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| November 2008 |
Yazoo County Chamber
of Commerce Annual Meeting
Dinner, Entertainment and annual report on activities of the Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce. Time: 6:00 p.m. For more information call Yazoo County Chamber of Commerce, 662-746-1273. |
| November 25, 2008 |
Yazoo County Holiday Parade
Floats, bands and other entries liven the streets of Yazoo City in a celebration of the Winter Holidays. Time: 6:00 pm. Location: Main Street, Yazoo City. For more information, call 1-800-381-0662 or 662-746-4911. |
| Meetings: |
Yazoo County Board of Supervisors Board Meetings
First Monday and Second Friday each month. Time:10:00 am at the Chancery Clerk Building in the Board of Supervisors Meeting Room located at 211 E. Broadway, Yazoo City, MS 39194. For more information, contact Noreen Girard at (662)746-2661.
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City of Yazoo City Board of Mayor and Alderman Meetings
Second and Fourth Monday each month. Time:5:00 pm at the Police Department in the Courtroom located at 305 Mike Espy Drive, Yazoo City, MS 39194. For more information contact Harrell Granberry or Shirley Knight at (662)746-3211. |
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This is a tentative schedule events
are subject to change.
If you're planning to attend any event please call
prior to date of the event. |
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