From Fourth of July fireworks to the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, here are the top local events you won't want in July 2025. GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is headed back to the Coast for another year of family-friendly fun. This year, the rodeo runs Thursday, July 4 through Sunday, July 7. The API failed to deliver the resource. It is 4th of July week, and that means a return of the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. An overall view, general information, prizes and awards, fish, fishing waters, and more for the annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo at Gulfport Harbor, Mississippi. It is 4th of July week, and that means a return of the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo gearing up for 77th annual event in Gulfport It is 4th of July week, and that means a return of the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. (wlox) The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is an annual salt and fresh water national competition for all ages, held during the 4th of July events on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Nearly 20 events are set to light up the Coast this Fourth of July weekend, but officials caution that firework misuse could dim the holiday’s coveted spark. GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - The 76th Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is gearing up at Jones Park and will start on the Fourth of July and last throughout the weekend. More than 30 vendors will be set up Salt and freshwater fishing tournament for adults and kids, Nonstop live music, arts and craft booths plus a midway with carnival games and rides. 4th of July Fireworks show Nearly 20 events are set to light up the Coast this Fourth of July weekend, but officials caution that firework misuse could dim the holiday's coveted spark. The 65th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo opens Thursday (July 4) at the new Barksdale Pavilion about a half-mile east of the intersection of U.S. Highways 49 and 90. Opening ceremony at 12:00 prayer and blessing by this year's Fleet Priest Fr. Uko, followed by The National Anthem on Saturday, July 4th at 12:00pm at The Small Craft Harbor in Gulfport! The Rodeo has a long history of honoring God and Country along with being blessed by those that support the event. Schedule: Thursday July 4, 2024 If you're lucky, you might spot a bald eagle! Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo | July 18-20 The world's largest deep sea fishing rodeo attracts thousands of spectators to Dauphin Island each year. Will we see you there? Dauphin Street Vault | July 19 Watch hundreds of athletes sail through the air in downtown Mobile during the Dauphin Street Vault. 76 years Hosted at the Barksdale Pavilion in Gulfport Small Craft Harbor. Celebrate the 4th of July in VIP Reserve your VIP table for an unforgettable Independence Day weekend of live music and rodeo action. For $150, you can reserve a VIP table for up to 10 guests, and admission is included! Annual 4th Of July Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and Music Festival is happening on Saturday, Jul 6, 2024 at 12:00pm at the venue Gulfport Small Craft Harbor in Gulf Annual 4th Of July Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and Music Festival is happening on Friday, Jul 5, 2024 at 12:00pm at the venue Gulfport Small Craft Harbor in Gulfpo Celebrate 77 years of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Fishing Rodeo in Gulfport with kids’ events, live bands, carnival rides and a Fourth of July firework show. 76th Annual 4th Of July Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and Music Festival 2024 Opening ceremony at 12:00 prayer and blessing by this year's Fleet Priest Fr. Uko, followed by The National Anthem on Saturday, July 4th at 12:00pm at The Small Craft Harbor in Gulfport! Sunday, July 6th 12:00 - GATES/SCALES OPEN 12:00-4:00 - NONSTOP MUSIC (LOCAL DJ) 4:00 - SCALES CLOSE 4:45 - DAILY PRIZES 4:30-7:30 - BAND - OLD SCHOOL 6:00 - SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT 7:45 - OVERALL PRIZES 8:30 - 77TH ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO ENDS
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