Roast 'N' Boast BBQ Cooking Contest Highway 69 South, Columbus, MS 39701, Located at the Columbus Fairgrounds, One of the state's most popular events, this sanctioned "Memphis in May" festival, held annually in October, includes live music all weekend long. Connoisseurs of fine barbecue will enjoy the giant barbecue-cooking contest, held throughout the weekend. , 662-328-5026

Columbus Malco Cinema 495 Highway 45 South, Columbus, MS 39701, This modern movie venue features advance ticketing, stadium seating, rockingchair comfort, DTS and Dolby Digital. , 662-240-4171

Trash To Treasures Highway 69 South, Columbus, MS 39701, Columbus Fairgrounds, This annual giant flea market, where you can find something for everyone, includes unique finds, terrific treasures, antiques, and craft exhibits., 662-328-1199

Welty Gala Held at the Mississippi University for Women, A three-day, annual celebration of Southern literature, this symposium honors Pulitzer Prize winner Miss Eudora Welty, who attended the Mississippi University for Women., 662-329-7295 or 662-329-7148

Scenic & Dinner Cruises Columbus Marina, Off Wilkins-Wise Road, The Grampa Woo Luxury Cruise Vessel is dressed and ready to impress. Currently taking bookings for private charters, this is the perfect luxury vessel to entertain prospective clients, reward employees, host the greatest party of the year, or have that most special wedding day or anniversary. Enjoy your party or special event with a well equipped sound system with a variety of CD's and a fully stocked bar in front of the main salon dance floor. , 662-329-1191, 800-327-2686