Things to Do
The land may be flat, but that doesn’t mean you can see everything.
Around here, it’s not hard to find a blues festival, a quirky museum, or a hot tamale that’ll blister your tongue. But dig a little deeper, ask a few nosy questions, and that’s when the real adventure begins.
That’s how you’ll meet the Patriot, a knight in chain mail awaiting his final call to battle in a quiet cemetery, or find out just where that friendly musician singing “Highway 61 Blues” got his talent. That’s how you’ll learn that a “cathead” can refer to a work of folk art or to a homemade biscuit, and realize that once you open that mojo bag, your good luck just might turn bad.
Harlow’s Casino Resort
4250 Highway 82 West, Greenville, MS 38701 • 1-866-534-5825 • 662-335-9797
Harlow’s newly updated casino resort and spa blends the excitement of a casino atmosphere with all the amenities and relaxation of a true resort hotel with 105 magnificently appointed guest rooms and suites, three fabulous restaurants, a full-service spa and exercise area, a sparkling oasis with pool and deck area, and an Event Hall. At Harlow’s, delicious dining options offer something for every taste. Savor succulent steaks in Louie’s. Enjoy down-home Southern favorites in our new Delta Delights Buffet. Our TABU Lounge features great small-plate options with big-time flavor in an intimate lounge setting where guest may enjoy appetizers and cocktails. For deli-style snacks, salads and grilled entrees, there’s Hollywood and Vine Café.
Highway 61 Blues Museum
307 North Broad Street, Leland • 1-866-285-7646 • 662-686-7646
Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
In the heyday of the blues, over 150 bluesmen lived within a 100-mile radius of Leland. This museum chronicles the story of the Delta Blues and the musicians who helped make it famous and features memorabilia from Little Milton, B.B. King, James “Son” Thomas, Bougaloo Ames, Eddie Cusic, and many others. Be greeted by Pat Thomas, son of legendary “Son” Thomas, a local bluesman, and ask him to draw you a cat head.
Level 129 Bar & Grill
129 Walnut Street, Greenville, MS 662-702-5199
Mississippi Wildlife Heritage Museum & Outdoor Hall of Fame
304 North Broad Street, Leland, MS 662 686-7789
Rivals Steakhouse
2309 Highway 1 South, Greenville, MS 38701 • 662-332-8211
Indoor or outdoor seating. Search on Facebook @Rivals Steakhouse or email for more information @ rivalsm@hotmail.com
Spectator’s Pub & Patio
139 South Walnut Street, Greenville, MS 38701 • 662-335-3334
The Thompson House B&B
111 North Deer Creek Drive, Leland, MS
Go to their website or contact them at 662-820-7829 or 662-394-1065. For more information visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/thethompsonhouseleland
Trop Casino
199 North Lakefront Road, Greenville, MS 38701 • 1-800-878-1777 • 662-332-6900
TROP Casino Greenville located in the heart of downtown Greenville has recently added a multi-million dollar expansion with an entirely new casino floor with state of the art amenities. With the only multilevel parking garage in the area, TROP offers the convenience of immediate enclosed access to the gaming floor. The newly expanded gaming area features the hottest slots and an impressive table games area with craps, mini craps, blackjack and many more of the hottest bonus games. For our valued players an up-scaled VIP Lounge is located off the casino floor for private parties and events. There’s a stage for live entertainment and a center bar that boasts big screen TV’s on every side to watch your favorite sporting events. The Big Water’s Grille is always a favorite; it features grab-n-go items and other southern delights. More parking, more games, more fun, along with the view overlooking beautiful Lake Ferguson. There is more to see and enjoy at TROP Casino Greenville.
Vito’s Marketplace
107 Main Street, Leland, MS 38756 Phone: 662-686-8486 or cell 662-931-1114
Walnut Street Blues Bar
128 South Walnut Street, Greenville, MS 38701 • 662-378-2254
January 20th
28th Annual MLK (Martin Luther King) Day Parade 2025
Downtown Greenville, MS
Sponsored by The 100 Black Men of the Mississippi Delta, Inc. and will be held in downtown Greenville at 11:00 a.m. Contact Willie Griffin @ 662-335-1966 or Alfred Rankins, Sr at 662-379-0441 for more information.
January 25th
National Fishing League Tournament & Kids Rodeo 2025
Downtown Greenville, MS
Contact Paul Alphers at paulalphers@yahoo.com or phone: 318-791-2266 or 573-280-8020 for more information visit their website
** Kids Fishing Rodeo Contact Mike Jones at 662-822-2087 for more information***
February 1st
13th Annual Mississippi River Marathon 2025
Runners will experience circling North America’s largest ox-bow lake, passing the location of the first recorded night flight by Charles Lindbergh, proceeding through historic downtown Greenville, and crossing the famous Mississippi River. This will be an unforgettable race day that you’ll find yourself coming back to year after year. Registration is open now!! Go to their website for more information.
February 8th
Pre Valentine’s Extravaganza dba Bone 40 Productions 2025
1040 S. Raceway Road, Greenville, MS
Contact Tony Baldwin at baldwinlawfirm@yahoo.com
or visit their Facebook page for more information. Location: Washington County Convention Center, 1040 Raceway Road, Greenville, MS.
March 4th
Mardi Gras Parade & Block Party 2025
Downtown Greenville, MS
May 2nd - May 3rd
Mississippi Wildlife Heritage Festival Including— Frog Fest & Leland “Crawfish Festival 2025
Downtown Leland, MS
The Mississippi Wildlife Festival is a new event which will collaborate with three other long-running Leland Festivals. The “Crawfish Festival” and “Frog Fest” will also be held in historic downtown in multiple areas of Leland, MS at Main Street, Broad Street, the Green Space area and the Jim Henson Exhibit dba Kermit the Frog Museum. These events will celebrate Music, Food, Kermit, and will also include events surrounding the Mississippi Wildlife Heritage Museum. Contact Mary Anne Broccato, Executive Director of the Leland Chamber of Commerce at 662-379-3764 or email lelandcoc@gmail.com. Visit The Leland Chamber website or the Mississippi Wildlife & Heritage Museum website for the most current updates!
September 20th
48th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival 2025
The Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival! The festival ,which began in 1977, is now the largest blues festival in the Delta and the oldest in the United States. Always held on the 3rd Saturday in September, the Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival features blues artists from near and far. Also, enjoy “Blues Week” events leading up to the festival as well. Visit to their website for more information or visit their Facebook page. Phone- 662-335-3523.
September 26th - September 27th
14th Annual Sam Chatmon Blues Festival 2025
Come and visit historic downtown Hollandale, home of renowned blues artist, Sam Chatmon. Bikes, barbecue, and the blues. Live performances. Like them on their Facebook page or visit the website. Contact Will Burnside at 662-579-5580 or hdaleyouthbuild@aol.com
October 16th - October 18th
Delta Hot Tamale Festival 2025
Downtown Greenville, MS
The Annual Delta Hot Tamale Festival in Greenville, MS has become a three day event which highlights and promotes musicians, authors and southern food vendors. Welcome to the Hot and Soul of the Delta. You may also visit their
website or like them on their Facebook page listed as Delta Hot Tamale Festival.
November 29th - December 31st
59th Annual Christmas on Deer Creek 2025
Visit their website for the most current schedule of events! Enjoy a Delta Christmas like no other as the community gathers on the banks of Deer Creek to welcome Santa’s floating sleigh. Deer Creek comes to life as the traditional Christmas floats are lighted and special music performances get you in the holiday spirit.