2023 South MS Fair Guide

Pam Holifield Fair Manager

welcome

It’s FAIR time! That means Fair Weather, Fried Food, 4H, FFA, Friendly Frank’s - Wade Shows Carnival and lots of FUN! So let’s have some!

On behalf of the South Mississippi Fair Commission, the Jones County Board of Supervisors, and the City of Laurel, I welcome you and your family to the 103rd Edition of the South MS Fair, October 20 – 28, 2023

It always taste better at the FAIR, so grab a funnel cake or eat something fried on a stick, just come enjoy the Jones County Tradition at the South MS Fair, where you are sure to run into old friends, classmates and even family you haven’t seen in a while

The nine day family-fun-filled event will have 4h and FFA livestock shows and exhibits, all of your favorite fair foods, Wade Shows Carnival rides and games, local talent on the Pinebelt Radio Midway Stage, Grandpa Cratchet, the Pork Chop Revue, K9’s in Flight, Pirate Man Dan, the Jones County Baptist Association Kids Korner, and so much more

Be sure and download the South MS Fair free mobile app to keep up with the daily schedule of activities and updates

We appreciate you and your family choosing to be a part of the 103rd Edition of the South MS Fair, where we do it, “One Smile at a Time!”

I am excited to welcome this year ’ s 103rd Edition of the South Mississippi Fair

Each year as fall ushers in changes in weather and exciting fall activities, generations of families and friends gather in October to share memories and enjoy the rich traditions they have grown to love about the South Mississippi Fair I believe our fair is a cornerstone of Jones County and I feel blessed to be a part of such a longstanding event in our community I look forward to this special time of the year It’s like coming home

Carrie Byrd Executive Director South Mississippi Fair Commission

CAR-POOL WHEN POSSIBLE.

GATE ADMISSOIN

$5.00 CHILDREN UNDER 42 INCHES TALL FREE

PROHIBITED ITEMS

OUTSIDE FOOD & DRINK

COOLERS & ICE CHEST

LAWN CHAIRS, FOLDING CHAIRS, STOOLS

WEAPONS (ANY AND ALL)

PETS (SERVICE ANIMALS ALLOWED WITH PROPER DOCUMENTS)

LASER PENS/POINTERS

SKATEBOARDS, HOVERBOARDS, WHEEELED FOOTWEAR

DRONES & OTHER UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES

SELF-DEFENSE SPRAYS

TOYS GUNS OR TOY KNIVES

ALCOHOL

VIOLATORS OF ANY RULES OR LAWS WILL BE REFUSED

ADMISSION AND ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY

Things to Remember

Check the weather forcast prior to entering the fair gate admission, ride tickets & armbands are NON-REFUNDABLE due to weather conditions. Wear comfortable clothing and pack a jacket or rain gear. Remember to check the weather forecast.

Hydrate & apply sunscreen on warm days! Take advantage of our picnic/rest areas and visit our exhibit halls for shade.

Don’t forget your wallet or other belongings. Upon entering the gates there is NO RE-ENTRY!

Our Carnival Provider

WADE SHOWS MIDWAY HOURS

Sunday thru Thursday 5PM - 10PM

WWW.WADESHOWSINC.COM

Friday & Saturday 1PM - 12AM

CLOSING TIME SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

armbands ride tickets

$30 weekdays

$35 weekends

5 tickets for $7 25 tickets for $30

55 tickets for $55 Ride unlimited rides all day. Armband good for day of purchase only. each ride takes 3 to 6 tickets.

Know before you buy!

NO refunds will be given.

Ride armbands are NOT for children under 36 inches tall.

Check the height requirements before purchasing wristbands. Children under 48" may not be allowed on certain rides

Height requirements and ride list can be found on-site at the fairgrounds or at www.wadeshowsinc.com

GROUND ATTRACTIONS

PIRATE MAN DAN VARIETY SHOW

STROLLING ACTS

Theses acts move throughout fairgrounds performing!

WASHBOARD WILLY

PIRATE MAN DAN’S SHIP ON LAND MOVING MERMAID

CHECK OUT OUR EXHIBITORS!

WHAT’S IN THE ART BUILDING?

SCENTSY

REPUBLICAN PARTY CANDIDATES

DEMOCRATIC PARTY CANDIDATES

INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES

JONES COUNY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP

JASPER/JONES MASTER GARDNERS

DIAPER CHANGING STATION

WHAT’S IN THE AG BUILDING?

DIXIE TRACTOR

RENT ALL OF LAUREL

J&L STONE

ELLISVILLE AUTO

LANDRUMS COUNTRY

McNEIL TRACTOR

JONES COLLEGE

FFA CLUB & SHOP EXHIBITS

Fairgrounds Map

If you need assistance, have an emergency or need lost and found,visit our Guest Services Cabin located just outside of the Main Ticket Entrance.

For quick information, interactive maps, daily specials and entertainment schedules. Download our FREE ‘South MS Fair’ APP. Available in both the Apple App Store & Google Play Store

THANK YOU to our Sponsors

Washboard Willy STROLLING

Pirate Man Dan 7:00PM & 8:30PM

Moving Mermaid/

Pirate Man Dan STROLLING

Attractions

Youth & Adult Exhibitors

Arts - Crafts - Crop Exhibits

Division Include: Culinary Arts - Visual Arts - PhotographyQuilts, Crochet, Clothing - Crops & More

All entries must be completed by exhibitor between Nov. 1, 2022 - October 1, 2023.

Check-In - October 18th from 1PM-6PM

Check-out - October 29tth 2PM-4PM

Horticulture Show

Organized by Jasper-Jones Master Gardners

Divisions Include:

Plants Grown for Blooms - Plants Grown for Foilage

Ornamental Grasses, Graminae - Trees and Shrubs

Container Grown Plants - Succulents and Cactus

For more information & a complete list of Rules & Regulations, contact the Jones Co. Extension Office at 601-428-5201 or msg-ext-jones@msstate.edu

Jr. Livestock Show

October 23rd - Swine/Goats/Lambs

October 27th - 28th - Cattle

Early Bird Registration Deadline is Oct. 15th 12AM

$20 per head and $15 per showmanship entry

Late Entries accepted until Oct. 20th 12AM

$25 per head and $20 per showmanship entry

SWINE - LAMBS - GOATS - DAIRY GOATS - STEERSCOMMERCIAL HEIFERS - BEEF BREEDING

For more information & a complete list of Rules & Regulations, contact the Jones County Extension Office at 601-428-5201 or msg-ext-jones@msstate.edu

We hope that you have felt right at home and have made many lasting memories here at the South MS Fair! Growing up I remember the Fair being such an exciting and electric time for the citizens of Jones County and surrounding areas, and I believe it still is! As time ushers in change in policy and technology, we hope that you will continue to join us for our yearly ‘hometown reunion’. We are excited for the future and all the things to come here at the South Mississippi Fair and the Magnolia Center. Keep up to date by checking our website, downloading our app and following us on Facebook & Instagram. See you next year!

Chase Welborn Operations/Events Coordinator