Lowndes County 4-H Cooking Class
2026-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | MS
A half-day experiential cooking program designed to help youth understand, prepare, and enjoy balanced meals. Participants will explore nutrition concepts while actively preparing simple recipes, building lifelong healthy habits and confidence in the kitchen. Cost is $5 per 4-H member. Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 662-328-2111.

Casino Night
2026-07-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Trotter Center, North 5th Avenue, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States
Join us for the Lowndes Community Foundation’s Second Annual Casino Night! Try your hand at Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Poker, and Slots while giving back to the community. It isn’t real gambling, but it is real fun! Terms & Conditions: Charitable deduction of $40, the remainder being for entertainment, food, and drink. Each ticket includes chips worth $500 in funny money. Additional chips available at the event. Chips may not be exchanged for cash. Each ticket includes one raffle ticket. Winnings may be exchanged for up to 9 additional raffle tickets. Last year’s prizes included a quail hunt at Fincher Farms, a week at a beachside condo on Hwy 30A in FL, and a resort stay in Cabo San Lucas! Min. 21 yrs old. Each entry ticket includes 1 ticket to cash bar sponsored by Zachary’s. No weapons, outside food/drinks, or smoking allowed.

National Night Out with West Point Police Department
2026-08-04 17:00 - 20:00 | West Point Police Department, West Point, MS, United States
The City of West Point is invited to attend National Night Out (NNO) 2026 with the West Point Police Department. Theme: Stronger Together. Safer Together. In Prayer and Unity. Features neighborhood block parties, cookouts and fun, meet your police officers, youth activities, flashlight walks, and contest giveaways. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for local anticrime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. For more information, contact Captain Arnie Cade at 662-494-1244 or wcade@wpnet.org.

Lowndes County Expungement Clinic
2026-08-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Sim Scott Park, 909 20th Street North, Columbus, MS, United States
A Second Chance. A Better Future. We can help clear the path forward. Free expungement clinic offering eligibility review, expungement assistance, resources & referrals, and a path to a better future. Lunch served. Bring for all charges: Background Check and valid Photo ID. For felonies: Indictment, Sentencing Order, Discharge Order, Proof of Payment of Restitution and Court Costs (AKA ‘Fee Bill’). For misdemeanors: Abstract of Court Record, Proof of Payment of Fines and Fees. Partnering with Mississippi Center for Justice. For more information, call (662) 403-3248.

Windows Through Mississippi's Ancient Geologic Past
2026-08-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, 314 7th Street North, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States
Main Street Columbus presents a talk by James Starnes, Associate State Geologist & Division Director, Surface Geology & Surface Mapping Division, Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Topics include fossils, history, geology, and more. There’s so much to learn from our past!

Golden Triangle Theatre's 3rd Annual "On Broadway" Gala
2026-08-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Lyceum at Lee, 1815 Military Road Columbus, MS, 39705, United States
Golden Triangle Theatre’s 3rd Annual On Broadway Gala is set for August 15, 2026 at the Lyceum at Lee!
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring:
✨ Raffles
✨ Dinner
✨ Live Entertainment
✨ Silent Auction
Interested in securing your Broadway Best early? Table reservations are now being accepted! Whether you’re looking to host clients, gather friends, or support the arts in our community, we’d love to have you join us.
📧 To reserve a table, email office@goldentriangletheatre.com
We can’t wait to celebrate another incredible year of theatre with you!

Prairie Arts Festival
2026-09-05 | Downtown West Point, West Point, MS, United States
The Prairie Arts Festival is held each year on the Saturday before Labor Day in historic downtown West Point, Mississippi. With more than 200 vendors including fine arts, handmade crafts, down-home southern cooking, as well as Kidtown, live music around every corner and a 5K race, there is something for every member of the family to enjoy. The Prairie Arts Festival is a long time tradition for the community of West Point and visitors on Labor Day weekend. Proceeds from Prairie Arts Festival go toward Sally Kate Winters Park improvements.

Cole: Bridge to Justice — Film Screening & Discussion
2026-09-11 17:30 - 20:00 | Columbus Arts Council, 501 Main St, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States
Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area presents a screening and discussion of ‘Cole: Bridge to Justice.’ Red carpet begins at 5:30 PM; screening runs 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Seating is limited; RSVP required to obtain free tickets. Visit https://www.columbusartscouncil.com/cole to for more information and to RSVP. Tickets are reserved through the Oxford Arts Website. Make sure to select Columbus as the ticket location.

6th Annual Butterfly Bonanza
2026-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Riverwalk Butterfly Garden, 40 Moores Creek Road, Columbus, MS, United States
See the garden come alive as the butterflies emerge. Children’s activities and light refreshments will be available. Master Gardeners can assist with the identification of butterflies, caterpillars, and host plants. Features ‘Butterfly Betty’ photos, Storytime with Mother Goose, learning about the butterfly life cycle and native plants, and free Sno Cones. Free to the public. Hosted by Lowndes County Master Gardeners and Lowndes County Extension Office (Mississippi State University Extension).

The Warehouse Market Classic & Collector's Car Show
2026-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | The Warehouse Market, 1010A Lynn Ln, Starkville, MS, 39759, United States
Join us for an unforgettable day at The Warehouse Market Classic & Collector’s Car Show. Free admission. Car entry fee: $35. Live music, food trucks, and local vendors. Benefiting a local charity supporting the community through Starkville Strong.

Apex Ammunition/Lowndes Hunting Heritage Banquet
2027-08-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Trotter Convention Center, 402 2nd Ave N, Columbus, MS, 39701, United States
National Wild Turkey Federation Hunting Heritage Banquet hosted by Apex Ammunition/Lowndes chapter. Scan the QR code to purchase tickets or visit nwtf.org/events. For more information, contact Johnny McKinion at 601-540-7860 or jmckinion@nwtf.net.
