46th Annual Southaven Springfest spotlight

Spring has sprung here in DeSoto County, Mississippi! We are inching closer to the 46th Annual Southaven Springfest, set for April 21-25, and we want to ensure you have all the details.

Key information: 

• Where: Snowden Grove Park | 6450 Getwell Rd., Southaven, MS 38672
• When: Tuesday, April 21 - Saturday, April 25 
• What: Entertainment, carnival rides, fair food, games, a barbecue contest and more 

Held in conjunction with Springfest on Thursday, April 23, BankPlus Amphitheater will host a concert, presented by 99.7 The Wolf, featuring country artists Ashley McBryde and Alexandra Kay! The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are sold separately from Springfest admission. Purchase yours here.

And if you're a barbecue lover, you’re in luck! The festival also hosts the State of Mississippi Barbecue Championship judged by Memphis Barbecue Network. 

For all the thrill-seekers out there, there will be plenty of rides for you to enjoy, too! 

Carnival midway hours: 

• Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 4 p.m.-9 p.m.
• Friday: Noon-9 p.m.
• Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 

Admission details: 

• Springfest gate admission is free on ride wristband nights – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
• Ride wristbands are $30 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Purchase one and you’ve got a night of unlimited rides ahead.
• On Friday, admission is FREE for those 10 years and under and $10 for those 11 years and up.
• On Saturday, admission is FREE for all before noon. After that, admission remains FREE for those 10 years and under and $10 for those 11 years and up.
• Ride tickets may be purchased Friday and Saturday inside the carnival area for $1 each or 24 tickets for $20. 
• No readmission allowed. 

We can’t wait for great food, great music and great rides at Southaven Springfest! For even more information about this beloved event, click here.