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Whether you’re a kid or still a kid at heart, Flowood has fantastic festivals, exciting events, and outstanding opportunities for fun every season of the year!

Pickleball at Liberty Park

Play, compete, and connect at central Mississippi's largest pickleball courts. Featuring 18 newly constructed, lighted courts, this outdoor facility is free to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. For availabilities and tournaments, click below.

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8th Annual Mom's Day 5K, hosted by Birthright of Jackson

It's the mother of all 5Ks! Birthright of Jackson invites you to their 11th annual Mom's Day 5K, benefiting mothers of all walks of life right here in central Mississippi.

Run, walk, or bring your stroller in honor or memory of your mom, because you are a mom, or in support of expectant moms!

Trophies for:

Top Female Runner
Top Male Runner
Top Female Walker
Top Male Walker

Age Divisions:

14 & Under
15-19
20-39
40-59
60 & Over

Race map linked here.

Race begins and ends at Flowood Nature Park. The race begins in the park, follows the running trail along Flowood Drive / Wirtz Road, heads east along the trail, and turns around St. Mary MB Church. Volunteers and signage will be present to mark the route.

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Date and Time

Saturday May 9, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Location

Flowood Nature Park

Fees/Admission

$28.86 — Open March 3 - May 7

$10 off registration for pushing a child on a stroller: Use discount code "Stroller"
$10 off registration for donating a pack of diapers: Use discount code "Diaper"

Limit one discount per entry for strollers or donating diapers.

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Contact Information

Karen Giordano, Executive Director (601-371-7711)
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Annual Events in Flowood

MUDBUG BASH

You don't want to miss this fun springtime crawfish boil. This classic southern experience offers great community, live music, and delicious crawfish and beverages.

FLOWOOD FAMILY FESTIVAL

Since 1999, Flowood has hosted this FREE concert and festival as an early summer kick-off. Bounce houses, a petting zoo, food trucks, fireworks, and live music from your favorite artists — expect fun for all!

TASTE OF FLOWOOD

Explore the flavors of Flowood at this annual food festival, showcasing signature dishes and specialty items from area restaurants. Enjoy live music and local eats from your Flowood favorites.

CHILI COOK-OFF & GRAND LIGHTING OF THE PARK

Enjoy thousands of Christmas lights, photos with Santa, Trail of Trees, a chili competition, and other festivities to welcome the holiday season.

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