Gumbo Fest
Saturday, November 09, 2024 from 10:30am to 04:00pm
Gumbo Fest
Centennial Plaza
200 E. Beach Blvd
The City of Gulfport and Gulfport Main Street Association ARE BACK for the THIRD annual Gumbo Fest at Centennial Plaza!
Festival Events & Activities
Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off
Our Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off will put chefs and budding chefs head-to-head to vie for coveted Best Gumbo and People’s Choice awards with cash prizes and trophies!
Mayor's Cup
The Mayor’s Cup is a division of the Stir Da Roux Gumbo Cook-Off, where local municipal and county government officials will compete for bragging rights! You don’t want to miss this competition!
Art Vendors
Shop for artwork and collectibles from renowned artists all over the region!
Local Cuisine
Tastings from local restaurants and food trucks for the whole family to enjoy!
Live Entertainment
Enjoy Zydeco, Cajun, and Funky Brass music stylings from local bands!
Event Schedule
6:00 AM - Teams arrive on-site
8:00 AM - Vendors Arrive - Set up by 10:00 AM
10:30 AM - Festival Begins!
11:30 AM - Tasting Opens! (Until it runs out)
2:00 PM - Winners Announced
4:00 PM - Festival Ends
Live Music
Enjoy live music from The Daywalkers from 10:30 to 4:00 PM!