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Hattiesburg, MS
9Events this week
1Free things to do
84New spots
93New stories

● Checked Monday, October 19, before the 6 AM send.

This week in Hattiesburg

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 9 events, day by day →

Artists

Wednesday 6pm · The Author Shoppe

Christmas in October: Ceramic Tree Trio Workshop

Thursday 5:30pm · Hattiesburg

Pokémon Delta Reign Prerelease

Saturday 6pm · One Up TCG

Shift and more

Saturday 10pm · Brewsky's

Trunk or Treat

Sunday 3pm · Oak Grove Church

New in Hattiesburg

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Banana Peel Consignment

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Tiny wardrobe upgrade: Kids outgrow outfits faster than your coffee cools.

go.thryv.com ↗

ESO Aesthetics

Health & Wellness

Glow-up, but smarter: New to town and already raising the bar, Eso Aesthetics in Hattiesburg pairs expert injectables with real skin health, from Botox and under-eye filler to medical facials, peels, microneedling, and LED therapy, with thoughtful consults and natural results, so go treat that face…

esoaesthetics.com ↗

Hen House of Hattiesburg

Nightlife

Settle in and sip: Hen House of Hattiesburg is the spot for signature martinis, seasonal specials, curated wines, and elevated small bites in a warm, stylish setting that begs you to linger.

henhousecocktails.com ↗

Hattiesburg’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Hattiesburg’s best →

Most read in Hattiesburg

The five stories Hattiesburg readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. This Hattiesburg business had six violations in one health inspection

    In the Hattiesburg area, one restaurant, food service facility or school received a failing health inspection grade in September 2026, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health.

    Full story at hattiesburgamerican.com ↗

  2. More than 200 events planned for October in Hattiesburg

    The city of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, has announced over 200 events planned for October, with Mayor Toby Barker declaring it the "greatest month to be a Hattiesburger".

    Full story at wdam.com ↗

  3. Sounding like a candidate for Governor, Duff talks vision and opportunities for Mississippi with Lamar County Republicans

    Businessman Tommy Duff has raised speculation that he may run for Governor of Mississippi in 2027, joining a crowded Republican field that includes Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, former Speaker Philip Gunn, and Attorney General Lynn Fitch.

    Full story at magnoliatribune.com ↗

  4. MEMA urges Mississippi residents to move now before Isaias brings Gulf Coast traffic chaos

    Mississippi emergency management leaders are urging residents to prepare for a potentially strong storm, Isaias, expected to hit the Gulf Coast in the coming days.

    Full story at wapt.com ↗

  5. Hattiesburg Restaurant Week returns for 9th year

    Hattiesburg Restaurant Week has returned for its ninth year, with over 45 restaurants participating.

    Full story at wjtv.com ↗

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