YOKNAPATAWPHA ARTS COUNCIL TO HOST YEARLY “BIT OF THE SIP” FESTIVAL
From August 7-10, 2025, Yoknapatawpha Arts Council will host its yearly “Bit of the Sip” festival. Bit of the Sip is a four-day food and beverage festival designed to celebrate the rich culinary culture of Mississippi. From chefs and mixologists to bakers, farmers, and food entrepreneurs, this event spotlights the diverse voices and talents shaping the Southeast food scene.
The festival will feature a range of experiences, including tastings, workshops, chef-led dinners,
cocktail and mocktail events, cooking classes, demos, panel discussions, and more.
The goal of “Bit of the Sip” is to promote the economic and cultural impact of the culinary
industry in Mississippi by showcasing local and regional talent, encouraging community
connection through food, and uplifting the creative individuals who define our shared food story.
About Yoknapatawpha Arts Council
Yoknapatawpha Arts Council is an arts council local to Oxford, Mississippi, committed to keeping the
arts, and the joy they bring, alive. Their classes, fun events, and showcases are for people of all
ages and everyone is encouraged to show up and have fun. The name comes from a William
Faulkner book, yet another way that Yoknapatawpha Arts Council celebrates the arts.
Learn more about Yoknapatawpha Arts Council and “Bit of the Sip” on Instagram @yacartscouncil.