Explore Ridgeland

10/22/2026

Behind some of Ridgeland's most creative businesses are women with incredible stories to tell! 💚

In celebration of National Women's Small Business Month, Country Roads Magazine is shining a spotlight on three women bringing their passion, talent and entrepreneurial spirit to Ridgeland:

🎨 Marcy Fischer Nessel of Fischer Galleries, connecting our community with incredible local and regional art.

✨ Meredith Morris of Oh, Meredith, bringing her Los Angeles experience and creative vision to Ridgeland's Railroad District.

🍽️ Anne Holmes of Anjou Restaurant, sharing her French culinary heritage through one of Ridgeland's beloved dining destinations.

From art and beauty to dining, these women are helping shape the personality of our city, and we couldn't be prouder to share their stories!

Get to know the women behind the businesses in Country Roads Magazine! 👇

https://countryroadsmagazine.com/travel/overnight-escapes/women-small-business-ridgeland/

10/22/2026

From Arkansas to Texas, Tennessee, Oklahoma and even West Virginia, the cycling community showed up from near and far for the 2026 Big Dam Bridge event! 🚴

Our Explore Ridgeland team had a fantastic time connecting with cyclists and sharing what makes Ridgeland such a great destination for outdoor adventure.

And the reach was impressive! We connected with visitors representing 116 unique ZIP codes across 10 states, introducing them to Ridgeland's cycling trails, the Natchez Trace Parkway and our upcoming 2027 Natchez Trace Century Ride.

Even better? We already have 56 people signed up for the ride!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. We loved meeting you and can't wait to welcome more cycling enthusiasts to Ridgeland! 💚

10/22/2026

The Explore Ridgeland team is incredibly honored to receive the 2026 Ed Wettach Love of the Auto Award from the Renaissance Euro Fest Classic European Auto & Motorcycle Show!

Presented by Euro Fest President and Founder Mike Marsh, this annual award recognizes those whose outstanding support helps sustain the success of this beloved Ridgeland event.

Named in honor of Ed Wettach, who helped found Euro Fest in 2007, the award celebrates his lasting legacy and the passion and dedication that have kept this tradition going strong.

While this year's Euro Fest had to be postponed due to the weather, the excitement hasn't gone anywhere! We're looking forward to welcoming everyone back in April 2027 for the celebration we've all been waiting for. 🚗

Thank you, Mike Marsh and the entire Euro Fest family, for this meaningful recognition. We're proud to be part of it!

10/21/2026

We've got BIG plans this weekend! Some might even say they're a little nutty. 😎

The Pecan Festival is almost here, and Ridgeland is ready for a weekend full of fall fun! Think local vendors, delicious food, live entertainment and plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy the season.

Round up your friends, bring the family and come see what all the excitement is about!

Who's coming?! Tag who you're bringing!

10/20/2026

The creativity is off the charts at our 5th Annual Scarecrow Trail Contest! 🌾🎃

Our local businesses have been showing off their creativity and these scarecrows are bringing plenty of personality to Ridgeland’s Wildflower Field & Art Park!

From clever costumes to hilarious concepts, every entry has its own charm and picking a favorite isn’t going to be easy. 👀🍂

Visit the Scarecrow Trail and let us know which scarecrow would get YOUR vote??

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

Great things happen when Ridgeland's hospitality community comes together! 🏨💚

We kicked off our first official quarterly Director of Sales meeting, bringing together sales leaders from hotels across Ridgeland to connect, collaborate and strengthen the partnerships that help our city thrive as a destination.

A big thank you to our very own Director of Sales, Crystal Pham, TMP and Director of Sales Krystal A. Watson, for organizing this new initiative, and to TownePlace Suites by Marriott in The Township for hosting!

We're excited to see these quarterly meetings become an opportunity to share ideas, build relationships and work together to bring even more visitors to Ridgeland. 🤝