The City of Gulfport and Gulfport Main Street Association ARE BACK for the THIRD annual Gumbo Fest at Centennial Plaza!

Festival Events & Activities

Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off

Our Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off will put chefs and budding chefs head-to-head to vie for coveted Best Gumbo and People’s Choice awards with cash prizes and trophies!

Mayor's Cup

The Mayor’s Cup is a division of the Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off, where local municipal and county government officials will compete for bragging rights! You don’t want to miss this competition!

Art Vendors

Shop for artwork and collectibles from renowned artists all over the region!

Local Cuisine

Tastings from local restaurants and food trucks for the whole family to enjoy! 

Live Entertainment

Enjoy Zydeco, Cajun, and Funky Brass music stylings from local bands!

Event Schedule 

6:00 AM - Teams arrive on-site

8:00 AM - Vendors Arrive - Set up by 10:00 AM

10:30 AM - Festival Begins!

11:30 AM - Tasting Opens! (Until it runs out)

2:00 PM - Winners Announced

4:00 PM - Festival Ends

Live Music

Enjoy live music from The Daywalkers from 10:30 to 4:00 PM!