The Delta is Calling
Whether you're here for a blues festival, a half marathon, or a stroll through Greenwood's historic streets, the Delta has a rhythm all its own. Plan your stay around an event.
Mississippi Bears Witness
Explore never-before-seen photography and firsthand accounts of 9/11 through the eyes of three Mississippians who lived it.
2026 Mississippi John Hurt Homecoming Festival
A two-day celebration of the life and legacy of blues legend Mississippi John Hurt, featuring music, history, and community in Avalon.
John Primer Band Live Show
Three-time Grammy nominee and Blues Hall of Fame inductee John Primer brings his full band to Greenwood for one unforgettable night of Chicago blues. Saturday, October 8 at the Museum of the Mississippi Delta.
Paint the Town Greenwood
Artists of all skill levels are invited to capture the beauty of Greenwood on canvas at this two-day plein air painting festival, featuring cash prizes and a public art sale.
Rhythm & Heritage Stroll
Greenwood's first annual Rhythm & Heritage Stroll offers a rare chance to tour historic homes, churches, and The Help filming locations—all in one day.
Rhythm & Heritage Stroll Live Music
Award-winning blues artist Ra'Shad The Blues Kid and the sold-out tribute act Almost Elton headline a night of music at Historic Ramcat Alley.
Viking Half Marathon • 10K & 5K
Run or walk through the flat, tree-lined streets of Greenwood and experience the Southern charm of the Delta.
Juke Joint Festival
Half blues festival, half small-town fair—featuring 100+ blues acts across a dozen day stages and 20-plus night venues in Clarksdale.
Stars and Stripes Festival
An evening of live music, a patriotic veterans tribute, a boat parade, and fireworks along the Yazoo River in downtown Greenwood.
BIKES, BLUES & BAYOUS – Mississippi's Best Ride!
Mississippi's largest cycling event featuring 10, 20, 46, and 66-mile routes through the flat, scenic Delta countryside.
Hush Puppy Music Coop – Season 5 Kickoff
An intimate evening of songwriting and storytelling with Amy LaVere, Will Sexton, and Greenwood native Jon Byrd at Zoe Coffee Co.
49th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival
The longest-running blues festival in the world returns to Greenville with a lineup featuring Leela James, Bobby Rush, and more.
Kathryn Stockett Book Signing
The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Help returns to Greenwood for a book signing of her new novel, The Calamity Club.
Jim Abbott in Conversation with Tim Kalich
Celebrate the release of Jim Abbott's new memoir, Paper Man: Chasing the Truth in the Mississippi Delta.
More Things to Do
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Visit Robert Johnson's Grave
Just a mile down Money Road, the final resting place of blues legend Robert Johnson sits at Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church. It's a pilgrimage site for music fans from around the world.
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Take a Civil Rights & Blues Tour
Sylvester Hoover, a Greenwood native and head of Delta Blues Legends and Civil Rights Tours, offers immersive journeys through the region's history—from the Jim Crow South to the birth of the blues.
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Explore the Museum of the MS Delta
Discover Native American artifacts, Civil War relics, regional art, and the stories that shaped the Delta. Located in Greenwood, it's a perfect rainy-day activity or cultural stop.
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Explore the Tallahatchie or Yazoo Rivers
Float, fish, or kayak the rivers that define the Delta landscape. For wildlife viewing and hiking, the Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge is just nine miles west of Holcomb.
Ready to Experience the Delta?
Book your stay today. We'll leave a porch light on for ya.
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