Market at the Ganza
Arts, crafts, gifts, boutique vendors and unique artisan items are part of the Market addition to the Ganza.
Thank You, Mississippi!
An Amazing
2026
Extravaganza
The 2026 Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza was a huge success, welcoming more than 12,000 visitors for an unforgettable weekend at the Muse Center in Pearl.
Weekend Attendance
12,000+ Visitors
2026 Event
A Huge Success
Looking Ahead
2027 Extravaganza
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2027 Event Dates & Hours
July 23–25, 2027
Friday, July 23: 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
Saturday, July 24: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday, July 25: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Extravaganza
Mississippi's annual kick-off to hunting season with hunting, fishing, outdoors goods, services and entertainment.
Contact Us
Questions about the event, vendors, volunteers, sponsorships or website support? Use our contact form to reach the right team.
2026 Event Highlights
A Weekend to Remember
Take a look back at some of the special guests, live presentations and major attractions that helped make the 2026 Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza such a success. Click any flyer to open the full-size image.
Huge Family Weekend Feature
Kids 12 & Under Free All Weekend
Families enjoyed a full weekend of outdoor entertainment, exhibits and hands-on activities at the Muse Center in Pearl.
- Thousands of families experienced the Extravaganza together.
- Kids enjoyed archery, casting, inflatables, competitions, a petting zoo, a BB range and more.
Drawings Every Hour
Great Ganza Giveaway
The Great Ganza Giveaway added even more excitement to the 2026 Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza with an estimated $40,000 in prizes.
- Prize drawings took place throughout the weekend.
- The giveaway became one of the event's most exciting attractions.
Celebrity Guests
Turtleman & Diamond Jim Bordwine
Stories, adventures, laughs, photos and live action with two outdoor legends on one stage.
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Meet & Greet All Weekend
Mountain Man
Outdoor television personality Mountain Man joined guests for meet-and-greet opportunities throughout the 2026 Extravaganza.
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Wildlife Presentations
Gator Country Adventure Park
Alligator exhibits, shows and wildlife presentations from Gator Country Adventure Park.
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High Flying Retrievers
Fetch-n-Fish
Jason Reynolds brings the Fetch-n-Fish America high flying retrievers show to the 2026 Extravaganza.
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Free Deer Entry
Magnolia Records Big Buck Contest
The Magnolia Records Big Buck Contest brought impressive Mississippi deer and outdoor enthusiasts together as part of the 2026 Extravaganza.
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Three Days of Archery
3D Archery Challenge
Bring your compound or traditional bow for realistic 3D targets, novelty shots, long-range challenges, family activities and competitions for archers of every skill level.
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View the Complete 2026 Exhibitor List
Browse the full lineup of hunting, fishing and outdoor exhibitors, food vendors, sponsors, outside attractions and Market at the Ganza vendors.
Join the Extravaganza Team
Volunteer for the 2027 Event
Help make the Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza a success. Registration is open for volunteers who can assist with Thursday vendor move-in and during the Friday–Sunday event.
Event Updates
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Sign up for announcements about special events, vendor news and major updates for the 2027 Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza.
Sponsors
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
These organizations help make the Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza possible.
SmallTown Hunting Properties
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City of Pearl
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AGUP
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Woods Equipment
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Revell Outdoor Power
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Kirk Brothers Powersports
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Gray-Daniels Ford/Toyota
Leaf Filter
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Hurricane Marsh
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Southern Seed & Feed
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Southern Outdoors Unlimited
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Hinds Community College
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