UPCOMING EVENTS
What’s Happening at The Center

With 160 acres of versatile space, including 120,000 square feet of arena, plus 5 barns, a warm-up arena, an open-air field and RV Park, The Center, conveniently located in the Hub City of Hattiesburg, is South Mississippi’s premier destination for rodeos, festivals, trade shows, concerts and other community gatherings.

March 2026
2026 NBHA Mississippi State Championship Show

March 5 - March 8

The Center at Forrest County

Save the dates for the 2026 NBHA Mississippi State Championship Show! Check out the NBHA State of Mississippi Facebook page for more details. Wondering what else is happening at The […]
Drive-In Laser Light Show

March 13 @ 7:00 pm - March 14 @ 11:00 pm

The Center at Forrest County

Hattiesburg Drive-In Laser Light ShowMarch 13–14, 2026 Experience a one-of-a-kind traveling laser light show featuring high-powered lasers, synchronized music, and giant-screen projections all from the comfort of your car! This […]
AIMS SOUTH STATE MSNASP®️ BULLSEYE TOURNAMENT

March 16 - March 19

The Center at Forrest County

MSNASP South State Bullseye Tournament in Hattiesburg will take place March 16-19 at The Center at Forrest County. The multi-faceted Archery in Mississippi Schools (AIMS) Programs introduces Mississippi's youth grades […]
April 2026
Touch a Truck® presented by Kids Hub

April 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Center at Forrest County

Kids Hub Child Advocacy Center is excited to host its first-ever Touch a Truck® event: an interactive, hands-on educational experience for children and families in recognition of April as Child […]
2nd Annual The Great Forrest County Fair

April 17 - April 25

The Center at Forrest County

It's official; The Great Forrest County Fair will be here APRIL 17-25, 2026! North American Midway Entertainment returns to The Center at Forrest County for all the fair food, rides, […]
May 2026
Cinco De Mayo Box Night

May 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Center at Forrest County

Cinco de Mayo Box Night is coming to The Center at Forrest County on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Presented by JB Boxing & Fitness, this Pro-Am boxing showcase brings a […]
Rhythm N Soul Picnic: Mother’s Day Edition

May 10 @ 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Center at Forrest County

Join us Sunday, May 10 for the Rhythm & Soul Picnic: Mother’s Day Blues Fest at The Center at Forrest County, a full-day outdoor celebration of blues, soul, and Southern […]
Hub City Classic Car Show

May 23 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Center at Forrest County

Get ready for the Hub City Classic! Join us for an exciting in-person community event bringing together custom cars, bikes, culture, and great energy all in one place. Whether you’re […]