Paul B. Johnson State Park Hosts Annual Fall Festival
Paul B. Johnson State Park held a Fall Festival offering a day of family fun including a kids' fishing rodeo, games, a costume contest, trick-or-treating, and awards for decorated campers and golf carts.
Hattiesburg Laurel, MS, October 31, 2026 — Paul B. Johnson State Park recently hosted its annual Fall Festival, providing a day filled with activities designed for family enjoyment. The event featured a variety of attractions catering to different age groups, according to park information.
Key activities included a dedicated fishing rodeo for children, offering them an opportunity to engage in the sport. Attendees also participated in a range of games organized as part of the festival’s entertainment. A popular highlight for many was the costume contest, allowing participants to showcase creative attire.
The festival also provided opportunities for trick-or-treating, a common autumnal tradition. Additionally, the event recognized participants for their creativity through awards presented for decorated campers and golf carts. The specific details regarding the number of participants, winners of the contests, or any specific dates for the event were not provided.
The Fall Festival at Paul B. Johnson State Park aims to bring the community together and offer recreational opportunities within the park setting. Further details about future events or specific outcomes of the festival’s competitions were not available in the provided summary.
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