Paul B. Johnson State Park A250

A250 Independence Celebration at Paul B. Johnson State Park
? Paul B. Johnson State Park – Hattiesburg, MS
? July 3–4, 2026
Get ready for two days of nonstop summer fun at Paul B. Johnson State Park during our A250 Independence Celebration! From water play and kayak races to live entertainment, parades, and fireworks over the lake—this is your ultimate Fourth of July destination in Hattiesburg.
Bring your friends, your family, and your patriotic spirit for a weekend full of memories on the water!
? July 3 | Daytime Fun + Evening Entertainment
• 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Vendors (Lodge Area)
• 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM: Water Play (Pavilion 34)
• 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Instructional Activity (Pavilion 34)
• 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Patriotic Competition (Pavilion 34 – Lake)
• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Kayak Race (Pavilion 34 – Lake)
? Evening Entertainment
• 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Lodge Back Deck)
?? July 4 | Full Day Celebration
• 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Vendors (Lodge Area)
Parade Fun:
• 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Golf Cart Parade (Lodge → Campground)
• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Best Decorated Golf Cart Award (Lodge)
? Additional Entertainment (Details Coming Soon)
Patriotic Ceremony ??
• 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: A250 Flag Ceremony (Grass Area behind Lodge)
• 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: National Anthem & Pledge (Lodge Back Deck)
? Live Entertainment Continues
• 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Lodge Back Deck)
? Boat Flag Display
• 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM (Lake)
? Fireworks Over the Lake
• 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Group Camp Area)
?️ Included with Park Admission
Make it a full holiday weekend—book a cabin or campsite and enjoy the lake, beach area, and all the activities happening throughout the park!
? Plan your stay: www.reserve.mdwfp.com
Learn more about all of our A250 events at mdwfp.com/america250
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