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Downtown Hattiesburg Association Announces Retirement of Executive Director Andrea Saffle
HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Downtown Hattiesburg Association (DHA) has announced the retirement of Executive Director Andrea Saffle after a decade of service and leadership. Saffle will retire in December 2024, leaving a legacy of collaboration and project work that has...
First Saturday
LOCAL SHOPPING & EVENTS Downtown businesses will host their own unique events during each First Saturday. There’s always something new to discover during First Saturday from block parties, outdoor markets to gallery openings. August's First Saturday Will Include:...
Brunch Street Eats
Brunch Street Eats: Where to Find Some of the Best Brunch in Downtown Hattiesburg By: Mallorie Pittman Brunch is a growing trend in the United States that is rumored to have originated in Great Britain. An English feasting tradition that took usually place...
Holiday Lights in Downtown Hattiesburg
Welcome to a world of holiday magic in downtown Hattiesburg! Each holiday season, the streets come alive with twinkling lights and festive decorations, bringing visitors and residents joyful views for their evenings out. Holiday Tree Trail Blooms Company Twin Forks...
Victorian Candlelit Christmas
The Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas event, hosted by the Historic Neighborhood Association, is a two-day holiday-favorite event that draws hundreds of visitors from across the region to explore the spectacle of 18,000 white bags with flickering candles, lining...
Downtown Candlelit Christmas
The Downtown Hattiesburg Association, in partnership with the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood Association, invites the public to celebrate the holiday season on Saturday, December 9, 2023, for Downtown Candlelit Christmas. The 2023 holiday weekend includes a variety...
Downtown Holiday Gift Guide
To make your holiday shopping experience special, we've curated a gift guide that captures the essence of downtown's unique offerings. From charming boutiques to artisanal treasures, join us as we unwrap a world of delightful surprises for your loved ones. This year,...
Your Guide to Holiday Open House
Sip, shop, dine, stroll, and celebrate in downtown Hattiesburg as they kick off the holiday season on Saturday, November 18, at Holiday Open House!
First Saturday
LOCAL SHOPPING & EVENTS Downtown businesses will host their own unique events during each First Saturday. There’s always something new to discover during First Saturday from block parties, outdoor markets to gallery openings. March's First Saturday Will Include:...
Sips, Shops, and Southern Charm: Your Insider’s Guide to Downtown Hattiesburg
Discover Downtown Hattiesburg, a vibrant blend of Southern hospitality and modern
style, carefully shaped by a community of creative entrepreneurs who breathe life into
this cultural gem of Mississippi, enriched by its historic architecture and revitalized spaces.