FestivalSouth, the largest project of the Hattiesburg Concert Association (HCA), is an annual, multi-week festival presenting a variety of musical and other arts-related entertainment that aims to transcend social, cultural, and economic lines.

FestivalSouth is a multi-disciplinary arts celebration that primarily features exceptional performing and visual artists during the month of June in Hattiesburg, MS.

Schedule of Events:

10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Artie’s World of Color

Artie Events for Families returns with a vibrant kickoff event with our friends at Oak Grove Public Library. Enjoy interactive arts experiences through hands-on art, dance, music, and much more! Meet Artie in person at this spectacular opening event that will be fun for the whole family!

Location: Oak Grove Library, 4958 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Yonder – Featuring works by Ricardo Moody

Enjoy a FestivalTalk with the FestivalSouth featured artist, Ricardo Moody, followed by a reception and viewing of his show, created especially for the sixteenth season of the festival. Get an up close and personal look at this year’s commemorative artwork, “Celebration.”

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Downtown Safari

Join local historian and historic preservationist, Russell Archer, for an adventure through downtown as you learn about the history, architecture, and unique characters that have made the Hub City what it is today! Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes on this 90-minute walk in and around our incredible city. Water will be provided.

Cost: $10.00

Location: Prospect on Main, 522 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS 39401

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Elvis: A King-Sized Celebration

In honor of Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, we present Elvis: A King-Sized Celebration, featuring Victor Trevino Jr., winner of the 2022 Graceland ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist.’ Accompanied by dancers, backup vocals, and the FestivalOrchestra, Victor will bring Elvis’s biggest hits to life in an electrifying performance. Having starred in Elvis Lives and Las Vegas’s Legends in Concert, Victor has captivated audiences worldwide. This one-night-only event kicks off our “Sweet Sixteenth” season with all the style, swagger, and charisma that only the King himself could deliver!

Cost: $20.00 – $45.00

Location: Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium, 107 Southern Dr., Hattiesburg, MS 39406