What started in 1978 with 56 booths featuring local artisans and crafters has grown to more than 400 booths with an annual attendance exceeding 150,000 now carries the distinction of being the largest art festival in Mississippi and the Gulf Coast.
And this year, guests may arrive at the Peter Anderson Festival by way of the Amtrak Mardi Gras Line that runs between Mobile, Alabama, and New Orleans, Louisiana. November 6 and 7 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Ocean Springs Chamber Executive Director Cynthia Sutton and the Chamber staff have been in festival season since August preparing for this annual event held the first weekend of November preparing for an unforgettable event offering something for everyone.
“We have some fun activities on the grounds of the Mary C, and Raising Cane’s is offering some new activities,” Ms. Sutton said. “There’s always something special about festival weekend in Ocean Springs, and I can’t wait to see everyone out enjoying it.”…