Outdoor farmers markets are great…if the weather chooses to cooperate. Luckily, the state has a few indoor farmers markets that are perfect for a visit rain or shine – and Mathis Peaches and Produce is one of them. Take a look:
This is Mathis Peaches and Produce in Meridian. Open March through December, it’s basically an indoor farmers market, offering one of the freshest produce selections around.
The Mathis family has been in the business of peaches for more than 30 years! A majority of fruits and veggies sold in the market today comes from the family farm.
It’s fall, y’all! When I think of fall, I envision myself around a campfire, wearing something flannel and sipping on apple cider while surrounded by an explosion of autumnal colors. Then I remember that I live in the south, and that’s not how we do fall.
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Fall in Mississippi looks a bit different than our northern friends. While other states are picking apples, we’re picking peanuts. Fall is peanut season in Mississippi, and there’s one farm that has the best peanuts in the state.
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Mitchell Farms has been growing peanuts for over three decades. This working farm in Mississippi honors its crop every year with a festival in the fall. This year, the 14th Mississippi Peanut Festival takes place on October 5-6, 2024. Admission is $20 per person, and it’s one of my favorite fall festivals in Mississippi. Save yourself a few bucks and purchase tickets to the Peanut Festival online rather than in person. Online tickets are $17, but you can also purchase a season pass which is helpful if you plan on visiting the farm multiple times this season.
There will be pumpkin patch activities, food vendors, and plenty of merchants selling everything from antiques to jewelry and children’s clothes. Of course, there will be plenty of peanuts, too!
Peanut season is from August until October. Mitchell Farms sells both green and dry peanuts until they sell out, which is typically in mid-November.
You don’t have to attend the festival to pick up some peanuts. Mitchell Farms sells peanuts by the bag; you can swing by and pick them up during their hours of operation.
Once peanuts have been dried, they will keep for a long time. Southerners do love a good boiled peanut, but there are plenty of peanut recipes you could try for yourself! Peanuts are high in fiber and protein, and they’re cholesterol-free. Even if you don’t want to fire up the kitchen, you could always make your own trail mix—I love a good low-energy recipe.
Have you ever purchased peanuts from Mitchell Farms? Let us know in the comments! Visit the Mitchell Farms website to learn more, and be sure to follow Mitchell Farms on Facebook so you don’t miss out on any announcements about the Peanut Festival, or any upcoming events on the horizon.
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For more autumnal adventures, check out some of our favorite things to do in the fall in Mississippi. From hiking trails to secluded cabins, we’ve got all our favorites ready and waiting for you.
It’s that special time of year again! Even though it may not feel like fall, I assure you cooler temperatures are on the way. In the meantime, it’s time to start planning your fall weekends in Mississippi and enjoying some good old-fashioned farm fun. Here are some of the best pumpkin patches in Mississippi that offer loads of activities, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches to keep you entertained all day long.
The annual pumpkin patch and maze at Williams Family Farms typically opens in late September and will run until the end of October. Admission is $10 per person (kids 2 and under are free) and it includes access to the maze, animal barnyard, farm playground, jumping pillow, unlimited rides on the cow train, and a hayride over to the U-Pick pumpkin patch.
Wise Family Farm is one of the best pumpkin patches near Oxford. Actually, it’s equidistant to both Oxford and Tupelo, making it convenient for folks in either city to visit. They haven’t announced with the pumpkin patch will open up for the season yet, but we know it’s soon! All your favorite farm activities are waiting for you and your crew, including haw rides, playgrounds, jumping pillows, and the whole nine yards!
Up in the northwest corner of the state, Cedar Hill Farm is an award-winning farm that’s got one of the best pumpkin patches in Mississippi. The 120-acre farm is always hosting seasonal events, and this fall they've got a few things to look forward to! The flower festival usually takes place in September and gives you the chance to check out an endless array of sunflower and zinnia fields. From Sept. 24 until Nov. 8, the pumpkin patch and corn maze will take center stage and include hayrides, a petting zoo, an education station, giant slides, zip lines, and so much more. You can even do a little catch-and-release fishing in the pond!
As one of the best pumpkin patches near Bay St. Louis and Pass Christian, you can’t go wrong with a fall day spent at this family-friendly farm in Hancock County. Southern Promiseland Farm also offers a wide range of activities in addition to picking the perfect pumpkin, and the 10-acre corn maze is always a crowd-pleaser. Dates have not been announced yet, but they open at the beginning of October, so mark your calendar because it’s coming up!
Mitchell Farms has a reputation for growing some of the best peanuts for over 30 years, but you’d be surprised to learn that they’re also one of the best pumpkin patches near Hattiesburg! The 2024 pumpkin patch runs from Sept. 28 - Nov. 10 and is the perfect spot to start making new family traditions. The pumpkin patch is wheelchair accessible, and during the weekend of Oct. 26-27, kids can meet their favorite cartoon characters! Follow Mitchell Farms on Facebook to stay up to date.
Right on the Mississippi/Alabama line, Seward Farms has over 20 years under its belt, and the pumpkin patch is perfect. From Sept. 28 - Nov. 2, there will be plenty of pumpkins and farm-friendly fun for the entire family. Hayrides, jumping pillows, pony rides, and farm animals are just a few of the activities that you’ll find here!
