PICKLE FEST

Presented by the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum Foundation
to benefit the MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum and the National Agricultural Aviation Museum.

PICKLE FEST
June 7-8, 2025

Presented by the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum Foundation
to benefit the MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum and the National Agricultural Aviation Museum.

GET TICKETS - Pickle Fest is expected to sell out.

One ticket is required for each day and may be used once, so be sure to select the correct date below. Please remember that no pets are allowed.

Use this link to purchase tickets if you don’t see the ticket box above: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1290450304599?aff=oddtdtcreator

To manage parking and keep the event enjoyable, we are limiting attendance each day. There is the possibility that we will sell out. If so, you will not be able to purchase at the gate.

We are excited to announce that WJTV’s Kayla Thompson will be our emcee for both days!

LOCATION: Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum

HOURS: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

TICKETS: One ticket is required for each day and may be used once. Ticket required for ages 3 and up. Ages under 3 are free.

  • $10 per day for MAFMF Members (check your email for your discount code)

  • $15 per day for Non-Members

    • Want to become a Member first? Click here.

    • After paying for your Membership, you’ll receive an email which includes your Member discount code for Pickle Fest tickets.

Pickle Fest is an outdoor event and will take place rain or shine! Vendors, music, and activities subject to change. No refunds. See schedule for each day’s activities. Schedule and activities subject to change.

ABOUT PICKLE FEST:

Voted the “Best Small Festival in Mississippi” in 2022 by the Mississippi Tourism Association, this year’s event promises you a family-friendly, educational, and fun festival! Come enjoy and explore the world of pickling!

Pickle Fest is hosted by the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum Foundation to benefit the MS Ag and Forestry Museum and the National Agricultural Aviation Museum.

CLICK HERE FOR VENDOR LIST. PICKLE FEST 2025 FEATURES 50+ UNIQUE VENDORS.

CLICK HERE FOR ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE. Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery will be here giving away samples of their moonshine marinated pickles and oranges (Saturday only).

QUESTIONS? Please email Event Coordinator Jana Dear.

CONTESTS, PLAY AREAS, AND ACTIVITIES

    • Entry Fee: $10 per entry

    • Registration Deadline: On site registration

    CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

  • Showcase your creativity and culinary skills with all things pickle.

    From savory to sweet, spicy to dill, Pickle Fest is looking for the most inventive, mouthwatering dishes that incorporate the beloved pickle.

    • Date: Saturday, June 7

    • Location: Ethnic Building

    • Entry Fee: $25 per contestant/team

    • Registration Deadline: May 25th, 2025

    • Prize Categories:

      • People's Choice Award (determined by event attendees)

      • Judge's Award Favorite (determined by judges)

    • Audience Admission: $5 per person (to vote on the People’s Choice)

    CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

  • Enter this exciting and friendly tournament held during the annual Pickle Fest for both seasoned players and newcomers to come together and compete for fun, glory, and prize money.

    It’s the perfect addition to a festival that celebrates all things pickle!

    Thank you to The Pickle Jar for your help bringing pickle ball to Pickle Fest!

  • We are excited to announce that instead of water slides and inflatables for the kids, this year we will launch the “Sweet Pickle Patch Kids’ Area” where kids can explore pickle-themed arts and crafts, demonstrations, and more!

  • This contest invites participants of all ages to see how many pickles they can eat within a set time!

    Contestants will compete in different age groups for bragging rights, cash prizes, and trophies.

    It’s a fun, fast-paced event that’s perfect for pickle lovers and spectators alike.

    CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

PHOTOS FROM PAST PICKLE FESTS

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