Visit Ridgeland ends arts event
After years of fostering an array of art, wine, and cycling events, Art, Wine, and Wheels embarks on a new chapter. As organizers bid farewell to the Ridgeland Fine Arts Festival portion of the weekend, they have expressed their deepest gratitude to all who have been a part the 15+ year journey.
“We can’t thank our artists, visitors, local community, sponsors, and volunteers enough,” said Visit Ridgeland President/CEO Chris Chapman. “While the Ridgeland Fine Arts Festival of Art, Wine, and Wheels weekend may be ending, our team is excited to redirect our time and talents to building new and existing community events. We know events draw visitors and provide for an enhanced quality of life for our community, and we look forward to taking our event support to the next level.”
Chapman added that there are many amazing events planned for 2024, and Visit Ridgeland is already helping to sponsor the new Blues Festival, the annual Jazz Festival and arts festivals including Chimneyville and Plein Air.
This winter, Ridgeland welcomes the enchanting "Wrap It Ridgeland," a celebration of embracing the season's spirit. The Ridgeland retail trail, spanning from big-name brands to local art and specialty boutiques aims to help shoppers complete holiday shopping while featuring restaurants and accommodations to recharge. Winter also regularly features the Chimneyville Arts Festival with artisan exhibits, holiday shopping, food and drinks, live music, and demonstrations.
An adrenaline-packed spring and summer is planned as Ridgeland transforms into a hub for cyclists of all levels. From casual enthusiasts to seasoned riders, the community and visitors are invited to partake in a series of general cycling events designed to celebrate the joy of riding and the spirit of togetherness. The events are designed to complement the miles of cycling trails offered in Ridgleand for road bikes, BMX, mountain biking and gravel.
In the fall, Ridgeland will host the Renaissance Euro Fest, a celebration of vintage European automobiles, exquisite craftsmanship, and cultural richness. This event aims to transport attendees to another era, creating memories.
No matter the season, live music events will resonate through Ridgeland's community.
As Visit Ridgeland embarks on a new chapter, they noted that other events that have been part of the Art, Wine and Wheels weekend will continue and include The MIND Center Sante South Food and Wine Festival and Natchez Trace Century Ride.
For more information and updates, please visit the general events page and follow Visit Ridgeland on social media.