Family events in Hattiesburg, MS

The Summer of Movies brings a beloved family film to The Commons at Gordon’s Creek as Hattiesburg Parks and Recreation hosts a free outdoor screening of The Lion King. Pack blankets or camp chairs and your favorite movie treats, then settle in for a starlit evening with family, friends, and neighbors.

Bring your little one for Baby + Me, a fun program built around books, songs, and activities designed for babies and toddlers. It’s a friendly, story-and-play style session that’s perfect for getting some quality time together.

Join the staff at the Laurel-Jones County Library for weekly story time, followed by a craft. It is a great chance for kids to enjoy stories together and get creative afterward.

The Tween Thing is a fun hangout for tweens ages 9 to 12. They can play games, make crafts, and enjoy an afternoon of activities at the Laurel-Jones County Library.

Join a friendly Baby + Me program focused on books, songs, and playful activities made for babies and toddlers. It is a great way to enjoy storytime-style fun together in a welcoming library setting.

Bring the little ones for Storytime at the Ellisville Public Library. Enjoy a story followed by a craft, happening weekly. This is geared toward children ages 0 to 5.