Ocean Springs New Year’s Eve Celebration & Ball Drop Set of December 31 Downtown Ocean Springs | 8:00 p.m. – Midnight
Ocean Springs, MS — The City of Ocean Springs and the Ocean Springs Chamber–Main Street–Tourism Bureau are excited to announce the annual Ocean Springs New Year’s Eve Celebration and Ball Drop, taking place Wednesday, December 31 in the heart of Downtown Ocean Springs. The event kicks off at 8:00 p.m. and continues through midnight with live music, entertainment, and the community’s official countdown into 2026.
This year’s celebration will feature two dynamic live performances:
•Unfazed Experience at 8:00 p.m.
•Saint Social at 10:00 p.m.
The evening will be MC’ d by Lady Boogie, beloved personality along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, who will guide attendees through the night’s festivities and lead the crowd in the countdown to the midnight ball drop.
“Downtown Ocean Springs is the perfect place to ring in the New Year,” said Cynthia Sutton, CEO of the Ocean Springs Chamber–Main Street–Tourism Bureau. “We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors for a fun night of music, celebration, and community spirit.”
Mayor Bobby Cox added, “We’re thrilled to bring the community together for this exciting celebration. With great music, local talent, and a beautiful downtown setting, this New Year’s Eve event is a fantastic way to welcome 2026.”
The main countdown and ball drop will take place just before midnight as thousands gather to welcome 2026 under the lights of Downtown Ocean Springs.
Road Closure Notice: Specific road closure information will be released closer to the event date to ensure the safety and convenience of all attendees.
The Ocean Springs New Year’s Eve Celebration is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, enjoy downtown shops and restaurants, and celebrate the holiday season in one of the Gulf Coast’s most vibrant communities.
For more information, contact the Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street–Tourism Bureau at 228-875-4424 or visit www.oceanspringschamber.com. Follow on Facebook at facebook.com/oceanspringschamberofcommerce for updates and future events.
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ABOUT OCEAN SPRINGS MAIN STREET
Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau is a three-tier, non-profit organization created in 1947 that promotes tourism, preservation, community vitality and local culture. In 1989, Ocean Springs became a national main street community. Today, the Ocean Springs Chamber– Main Street – Tourism Bureau located in the heart of downtown not only serves to promote and preserve, but also informs as the official town visitors center. Ocean Springs Main Street is a recipient of the 2013 Great American Main Street Award and voted as “One of America’s Most Charming Main Streets” for 2024.