Downtown Hattiesburg Area Real Estate And Homes For Sale In Hattiesburg, MS

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Have you heard about Hattiesburg’s hidden gem, the Pocket Museum? This unique attraction is a must-visit for locals and visitors alike, offering a delightful blend of art, whimsy, and community spirit—all tucked away in an unexpected location. The Pocket Museum is a charming and quirky mini-museum located in an alley in downtown Hattiesburg. It’s a community-driven project that features rotating exhibits of small-scale art and fascinating collections. Each visit promises something new and unexpected, making it a perfect spot for repeat visits.

The exhibits change regularly, showcasing everything from tiny sculptures and intricate dioramas to fascinating collections like vintage toys or miniature books. Each display is carefully curated to surprise and delight visitors. The museum often includes interactive elements, encouraging you to engage with the exhibits in creative ways.The whimsical nature of the Pocket Museum makes it a great place for taking fun and unique photos. Share your finds on social media and tag the Pocket Museum to spread the word!The museum is a project born out of community involvement and creativity. It’s a testament to the local artists and volunteers who contribute their time and talents.

The Pocket Museum is cleverly hidden in an alley off of Main Street in downtown Hattiesburg. Look for the signs and decorations leading you to this secret spot. It’s a bit of a treasure hunt, adding to the fun of the experience. It is open 24/7, as it’s located in a public alley. This makes it a convenient stop whenever you’re downtown, whether it’s a planned visit or a spontaneous detour.

Do you have a unique collection or art that you think would be perfect for the Pocket Museum? The museum encourages community participation and is always looking for new exhibits. Reach out to them to learn how you can contribute. Have you visited the Pocket Museum yet? Share your favorite exhibits in the comments below! Exploring the Pocket Museum is a fun and engaging way to experience the creative spirit of Hattiesburg. Next time you’re downtown, take a stroll through the alley and see what surprises await you! Enjoy exploring our wonderful community!

Ready to explore Hattiesburg, MS, in the best way? Follow the Public Art Trail! Follow the map on the brochure to see beautiful sculptures, murals, and painted utility boxes all done by local Hattiesburg artists. Whether you walk it, bike it, drive it, or scooter it, you are sure to be inspired by all of the creative beauty. The Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art is doing a great job connecting and encouraging local artists, and is always looking for artists who want to share their work with the community. If you want to contribute, head on over to their website!

Fairley's Wings, located in historic downtown Hattiesburg, brought a new light of life to the Hub City. Any average Joe can toss wings in buffalo sauce, but the Fairley brothers took it to the next level! From wing flavors ranging from but not limited to spicy bacon ranch, Southern Cajun, hot honey garlic, blue cheese crumble, and hot honey mustard BBQ, it only gets better from there!

Do you have an appetite that “just” wings won’t satisfy? Say less! Their “all in fries” layered with heavily seasoned fries (that only momma could perfect), sauced wings of your choice, blended cheeses, in-house smoked bacon, homemade ranch, topped with more hand-blended seasonings! Are you feeling a combo? Burgers, patty melts, and loaded salads are all included with these mind-blowing flavors!

Getting thirsty? They even top their signature Bloody Marys with your favorite chicken wings. Long story short, when it comes to chicken wings, they don’t settle for less; they only strive for the best!

Keg and Barrel, located on Hardy Street in Hattiesburg, MS, is the cornerstone of all restaurants in Hub City. Not only have they created the most amazing dishes in Hattiesburg, but they have created an atmosphere that genuinely gives you the whole historical experience of dining downtown, with the true feeling of an old European pub. Not to mention an upstairs game room filled with ping pong, shuffleboard, and much more!

Imagine walking into a Pub as old as Hardy Street itself, feeling the wood beneath your feet creak, and sitting at a bar with over 100 beers on draft with a food menu that only an authentic pub can offer, and you haven't even taken the first bite. Odds are, you're already sold! From exquisite appetizers like Bacon Cheese Fries served with made-from-scratch ranch to their award-winning Debris Fries covered with in-house braised roast beef and from-scratch creamy horseradish, it only gets better! Keg is most famous for its legendary burger list, with in-house baked buns, locally farmed Patties, and house-made sauces that no other establishment can touch. The possibilities are endless, from the Korean BBQ burger with in-house made Kimchi to their award winner (The Keg Stand), topped with fried onions and a from-scratch Guinness Sauce! Not to mention, a secretly seasoned veggie patty can be substituted by request; coming from a beef lover like myself, I never thought I would say this, but I now pick the veggie patty eight out of 10 times! It's that good!

Seafood lovers say no more and no need to drive to the coast; The Keg and Barrel Redfish is perfectly blackened with a homemade roulade sauce that will truly make any seafood lover fall in love! Shrimp lovers? You're in for a serious treat! Try the shrimp tacos, blackened or fried with freshly breaded onion rings; it's a game-changer!

Last but not least, Keg offers all of these mouth-watering options for inside dining and outside dining paired with live music and a 30-by-30-foot projector screen for all your game day events! Follow them on Facebook for annual events like the Winter Keg and Barrel Chili Cook-Off and the Spring Crawfish Boil. Keg will have something open seven days a week for any taste buds that will ultimately give you a feel of downtown Hattiesburg, MS!

Southern Prohibition Brewing Company, locally known as SoPro Brewery, is located in downtown Hattiesburg on Mobile Street and is Hattiesburg’s first local craft brewery. SoPro took off when they marketed their unique craft beers, ranging from Devil's Harvest, Crowd Control, and the town favorite, Suzy B! They quickly expanded their empire by creating a family-friendly and delicious atmosphere that serves made-from-scratch pub entrees, a full-size game room, and, let’s not forget, endless taps of the finest local craft beer! So Pro is the perfect location for a family fun day, a girl's night out, or a groomsmen‘s pregame before getting suited up for the big day!

Curious about how these distinctive craft beers are made? No need to worry; you’re not the only one! SoPro then stepped the game up by incorporating brewery tours! They provide small group tours of their in-house brewery and beer flights so you can taste as you learn! All around, SoPro Brewery has it down to a science when it comes to fun, delicious food, and most importantly, local craft beer!

The Hattiesburg Zoo has been one of Hub City's most prominent attractions for over 30 years, and it just got a lot bigger. Thanks to the highly dedicated people at the zoo. The Hattiesburg Zoo has acquired numerous species, ranging from, but not limited to, Mississippi's largest captive alligator, Mississippi's first and only hyena habitat, Mississippi's first giraffe exhibit, primates from across the globe, and so much more.

What's even better about these new additions? The Hattiesburg Zoo has created a full-service
rooftop bar and grill that directly overlooks the giraffe exhibit and Hardy Street! The rooftop bar
and grill serve the finest drinks to order and the most exquisite African cuisine that you cannot
get anywhere else in the Hub City. The rooftop bar also hosts exotic annual festivals
such as Tacos & Tequila, Zoo Boo, and many more! What's even more incredible? Visitors are
chauffeured to this exotic oasis by train, conveniently located at the zoo entrance!

You might ask, what if we want to explore the zoo and still enjoy a tasty beverage or a sweet
treat with the kids? No problem! Just a short walk away, the zoo has a phenomenal, centralized
grab-and-go cantina and brewery that serves made-to-order margaritas, a selection of cold
domestic and craft beer, ballpark favorites like funnel cakes, loaded nachos, fully dressed hot
dogs, assorted ice creams and desserts, and much more! Better yet, there is a water park-sized kids' fountain in front of the cantina/brewery, surrounded by shaded tables, perfect for kids and parents trying to catch their breath while safely enjoying the best of both worlds.

Ready to embark on the next adventure? Look no further! Just to the right of the cantina lies a
a shaded path surrounded by exotic species ranging from alpacas, llamas, anteaters, and other
furry friends, leading up to one of the zoo's main attractions, the majestic black panther exhibit!
The panther tends to put on a show for all who slow down and admire his immaculate habitat,
so be sure to take an extra few minutes, stop, and expect a roar unlike anything you've ever seen on Animal Planet!

Just a few steps past the black panther exhibit lies the Australian petting zoo! But wait, this is
no ordinary petting zoo! It is equipped to suit all ages with a newly built multiple-story obstacle
course, perfect for all ages, not to mention being able to see the rooftop bar and grill when you
reach the top! Feeling hungry again? No worries. Directly next to the obstacle course, yep,
you probably guessed it, lies an exceptional third grab-and-go cantina/brewery with all the cold
beverages, sweet treats, and ballpark favorites that will satisfy all ages!

The Hattiesburg Zoo is a prime location providing fun, education, and luxury for all walks of life. Whether it's a first date, a family fun day, or a Sunday fun day, the Hattiesburg Zoo is truly your one-stop shop for all your adventures.

It's coming again.... the amazing Hot Air Balloon Festival in Hattiesburg! Located at Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center from September 22 - September 24, 2023, this festival will have music, vendors, food trucks, rides, art, and of course... hot air balloons! The RE/MAX balloon flew at last year's festival, along with others, and it was a beautiful event. Rise is putting on this event for the community, they are a non-profit that serves Hattiesburg, and I am so thankful that they decided to start this event last year; it is one of my favorites!

This September, another fun event will be in Walthal Park in Downtown Hattiesburg. Live music, food trucks, and craft beer will all be included in the ticket prices! If you don't want alcohol, you can get a "bites only" ticket. Ages 15 and up must have a ticket to enter. Downtown Hattiesburg does the best job of putting on events for the community, and this is just one of many that are held throughout the year. This Brews & Bites event is on September 9th, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Get Downtown, Hattiesburg!

From May 30th to June 3rd, The Hub City Players will be putting on Disney's "Beauty and the Beast"! This musical will be absolutely fantastic for your entire family to enjoy. The play will be put on at The University of Southern Mississippi's Mannoni Performing Arts Center. Tickets are on sale for all six shows, exclusively at festivalsouth.org. If you are looking for something to do with the family, this is a perfect choice.

Hattiesburg is hosting a disposal day for documents and unused and expired medications. This event will be held on April 27, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Winn Dixie parking lot. Bring your residential documents, and be sure not to bring any liquid medications. Thank you to Hattiesburg for providing days like this for the local community.

Hubfest is a Hattiesburg Art and Music Festival that happens every year, and this year it is scheduled for March 25th, 2023! The music lineup was just released, and it is going to be an amazing, music-filled day! There will be two main stage acts that include Ella Langley Music and Kameron Marlowe. Along with those two artists, there will be local talent performing. Don't forget to mark your calendars for this year's Hubfest!

A new restaurant has just opened in Downtown Hattiesburg. Located at 206 W. Front Street, Bourbon on Front is now up and running. This new restaurant is serving up steaks, seafood, and cocktails. There is an outdoor patio that is perfect for beautiful days and eating outside. Steak night is every Tuesday night. Check out their website or Facebook page for their full menu and updates on live music and specials.

Who doesn't love crawfish? I know we do here in South Mississippi! Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood and Southern Beverage are hosting a downtown crawfish jam/music festival on April 15th. This is a family-friendly event and will have live music, beer, crawfish, and other food as well! The fun will start at 11:00 that day. It is located in Walthall Park. Downtown Hattiesburg is filled with events and fun almost every weekend. You will never be bored there!

If you're looking to move to the Downtown Hattiesburg area, you will never be bored. There are constant events and festivals, and the Hattiesburg Zoo is a fabulous attraction. They have recently announced a Sensory Day that will occur on April 2, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On this day, the zoo will have the music turned off, quiet train rides, calm animal encounters, and other sensory activities. What a great event in Hattiesburg!

On April 1st in Downtown Hattiesburg, the 11th Annual Hattiesburg Half Marathon is officially happening. You can register online, and there are 10K and 5K routes available. The race has been voted Mississippi's best half marathon in the past and is a fundraising opportunity for nonprofit organizations around the Hattiesburg area. If you're a runner, this half marathon is one you can't miss!

HubFest is a Hattiesburg Art and Music Festival that happens every year, typically in March. The dates were just announced for 2023 - mark your calendars for March 25th, 2023! Vendor applications for craft and food vendors are open. If you would like to be a vendor at HubFest, apply at www.hubfestms.com! The HubFest event is held in downtown Hattiesburg and, in the past, has featured four stages with music and over 250 vendors. The event is free to the public. Come on out and enjoy this great festival!

Great food and atmosphere in downtown Hattiesburg. Live music on the weekends. Perfect for families, friends, and couples. Come out and enjoy the food and the full bar.

Let's hear it for woman-owned businesses! Blush Salon is a downtown sweet spot for a fresh new cut or color, event makeup, and more. Sometimes, life isn't bad. You really just need a haircut.

On May 15, 2022, The Porter is having a summer kickoff. They will be serving beer and crawfish to kick off the summer. Need I say more? Celebrate the sweetness of the season while the Mississippi heat is still bearable!

I highly recommend you treat yourself to a drive around Downtown and Midtown Hattiesburg to view the murals on buildings and utility boxes. We took and afternoon to just drive around and find as many as we could. Always impressed with our local artist community.

I know we've all branched out since we were eating on the kids' meal, but can we all just own that it's tough to beat a good chicken tender? It's even tougher to beat the ones at Nellie's Chicken and Daquiris! Portions are big enough to share so bring a friend! But maybe order your own daiquiri.

Hattiesburgers and Blues might win the award for cleverest name in town. The atmosphere is fun and light, and if you play your cards right, you can enjoy some live music while you enjoy a burger and your choice of cocktail.

The Hattiesburg Zoo is the perfect place to spend the day with the family! Where else are there sloths, a splash pad, giraffes, great food and train rides? No where I know of!