Festivals are a great
way to bring community members together and to bring visitors to enjoy the
local flavor. From Juke Joints to Catfish, the Mississippi Delta holds a
variety of festivals and concerts all year and Sunflower County is no
different.
The last weekend of
this September, Ruleville and Indianola are hosting festivals. Started in 1971,
the Ruleville Roast has grown from local arts and crafts to a barbeque bonanza!
There is live music Friday night and all day Saturday, with the delectable
aroma of barbeque, burgers and sweet fried pastries all around. There are still
arts and crafts with games and rides for kids included. Don’t forget to stop by
the Lion’s Den and check out the exotic animals (stuffed, nothing will eat
you!)
Since 1974, the
Indian Bayou Arts Festival had been an annual event in Indianola until a few
years ago. After a brief focus on the B.B. King Homecoming, the local community
decided to revive the Arts Festival this year. The festival will feature local
and visiting artists with a touch of homegrown musicians and yummy food.
Personally, I’m excited to play at the kid’s arts and crafts area and of
course, sit for a spell with a good book at the library’s Chill Out and Read
tent. So, now you know what to do September 29th! From the North to
the South, Sunflower County has got it going on!
