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What to Do in Corinth, MS

While going on vacation means ultimate relaxation for some, others want to experience all their destination has to offer. If you fall into the latter category and are taking a trip to Mississippi or Tennessee, be sure to stop by Corinth. Whether you need family-fun activities, want to learn more about United States history, or hope to spend more time outdoors, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Corinth, MS.

Visit Corinth wants to help you make your stay memorable and compiles information about the various amenities and attractions in the area. Discover the fun things to do in Corinth, MS, or download the Visitor’s Guide for more information to help plan your trip.

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Explore Corinth’s Attractions & Activities

Whether you’re in search of family fun, a creative expression or outdoor recreation, Corinth has a wide range of activities ready for you to enjoy. For more information, download the Visitor’s Guide to help plan your trip.

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Historical Sites of Interest

With a storied legacy deeply rooted in American history, Corinth has long been a landmark destination for history enthusiasts. The region played a pivotal role in the Civil War, as preserved in our many monuments, battlefields, and historic sites.

If you’re interested in this history, a great place to start is the Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center. The learning center contains numerous exhibits, interactive displays, and presentations detailing the Battle of Shiloh and the Siege and Battle of Corinth. The crowning feature is the courtyard that serves as an illustration of the Civil War and a meditation on the development of the United States.

Travelers will see several other sites where they can learn more about the history of Corinth, including museums dedicated to the railroad and the beginnings of freedom for former slaves following the end of the Civil War.

Parks and Trails

When you want fresh air between museum visits, meals, or downtown exploring, Corinth has parks and trails that make it easy to spend time outside. Visitors can walk, jog, picnic, play, or enjoy a casual afternoon at local green spaces.

Visitors can spend the day at Edward S. Bishop Memorial Park or Corinth’s city park, Crossroads Regional Park, which includes a 1-mile paved trail, multiple sports fields, three covered picnic pavilions, and a large playground for the kids. You’ll also find nearby state parks, trails, golf courses, wildlife areas, and outdoor spaces for walking, biking, and relaxing.

Other Activities to Round Out Your Trip

After learning about the history of Corinth and getting your exercise outdoors, sometimes it’s nice to do something more casual. Corinth offers a wide range of services for guests with diverse affinities. Some activities you can pursue while in Corinth include:

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Enjoy Local Restaurants and Treats in Corinth, MS

If you’re hungry, why not stop somewhere that offers a unique experience in addition to delicious food? Travelers can step back in time in Historic Downtown Corinth at Borroum’s Drug Store, the oldest continuously operating business in Alcorn County and the oldest drug store in Mississippi.

It features a traditional soda fountain serving up retro milkshakes, malts, and the legendary slugburger – a regional favorite available all year round. For the ultimate celebration of this iconic regional dish, plan your visit around the annual Slugburger Festival, a weekend packed with food vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities.

To satisfy your sweet tooth, make a stop at Lauren’s Cake Shop, a premier local bakery in Corinth known for artisan cupcakes and fresh-baked goods. It’s the perfect pitstop for families, kids, and foodies looking for a quick, delicious dessert during a day of exploring.

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When traveling with young children, you’re always looking for ways to keep them occupied. Excitement already runs higher with them, especially on vacation. Visit Corinth provides a fun solution with this coloring book featuring local landmarks. This coloring book is helpful for travelers and residents who want to #EnjoyCorinth at home with their kids.

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#EnjoyCorinth at home with your kids by downloading this coloring book featuring local landmarks.

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Discover More Things to Do in Corinth, Mississippi

Make the most of your time in Corinth by exploring local attractions, historic sites, museums, parks, restaurants, events, and family-friendly things to do before you arrive. If you’re not sure where to begin, reach out to Visit Corinth. Our goal is to provide tourists with the information they need to enjoy the area.

Browse our itineraries for trip ideas, check the events calendar for upcoming happenings, or contact us for more information about things to do in Corinth, MS.

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Corinth Attractions & Experiences

A train station with a locomotive passing through, surrounded by railway tracks and signals on a clear, sunny day.
A memorial site featuring a brick wall, flower bed, and a water feature with engraved text on the water surface. The water reflects the surrounding structures and sky, creating a solemn atmosphere.

  • 221 N. Fillmore St.

    The Crossroads Museum and Historic Corinth Depot sits only a few feet from the original railroad tracks that earned the city the nickname the “Crossroads of the South.” It looks at the Chickasaw Tribe who first settled the area, the town’s history and the impact of the railroad.

  • 501 West Linden Street

    The Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center, located next to historic Battery Robinett, contains 15,000 square feet of interactive exhibits, videos and artifacts, interpreting the siege and Battle of Corinth and the Battle of Shiloh.

A metal sign with the label "Contraband Camp" and "Shiloh National Military Park," indicating the location within the park. The upper part of the sign notes it is managed by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. Green trees and a pathway are visible in the background under a blue sky.

  • 902 North Parkway

    This camp site was established by the Union Army for former slaves. At one point, the camp featured numerous homes, a church, school and hospital. It is preserved today by the National Parks Service in honor of those who began their journey to freedom there. It features a quarter-mile walkway which exhibits six life-size bronze sculptures depicting the men, women and children who inhabited the camp.

The interior of a historic theater with red velvet seats, ornate gold trim, and balconies.
Brick building with a sign that reads "Corinth Theatre Arts" and the tagline "where theatre comes alive!"; entrance with glass doors, small shrubs in front, and three small windows on the facade.

  • 404 Taylor Street

    Corinth’s palatial 999-seat historic theatre has played host to Vaudeville stars, Grand Ole Opry performers, silent motion pictures and even Elvis Presley. Today, it’s the place to go for everything from special film screenings to performances from the acclaimed Corinth Symphony Orchestra.

  • 303 Fulton Drive

    Corinth Theatre-Arts (CT-A) is the longest continuously operating theatre in North Mississippi. It is an artistic outlet for all ages and has brought the fun and excitement of the performing arts to the Crossroads area for 50 years.

A park with trees showing fall colors and a grassy lawn under a clear blue sky.

  • 309 South Parkway

    Corinth’s city park has something fun for everyone, including a 1-mile paved walking/jogging trail, a mega playground, covered picnic pavilions, eight lighted tennis courts, three international-size soccer fields, football fields, 10 baseball/softball fields and a 9-hole disc golf course.

Sign welcoming visitors to Edward S. Bishop Memorial Park, located in County-Alcorn County, parks and recreation department, with a playground behind the sign and grassy field, trees, and utility poles in the background.
A golf course with lush green grass, a curved concrete path, and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky with a rainbow.

  • 1102 South Johns Street

    This park covers seven acres and includes a 1/3-mile walking/jogging trail, basketball courts, a baseball/softball field, a playground and a picnic pavilion.

  • 13 Oakland School Road

    This pay-as-you-play public golf course is located just east of Corinth. It’s great for players of all ages and skill levels.

Exterior view of the Coraline Cinema 10 with vintage style sign and movie posters displayed on the brick wall.

  • 2505 South Harper Road

    This state-of-the-art movie theatre features 10 screens, stadium seating and first-run movies.

A single-story building with a stone facade and a white roof, identified by a vertical sign that reads 'BOWL'. The front wall has white cursive and block lettering that says 'Plaza LANES'. There are parked cars in front and a mostly empty parking lot with yellow painted parking stops, under a tree-lined background, and a bright blue sky above.
A scenic golf course with water hazards, pathways, trees, and green lawns under a clear sky.

  • 2001 East Shiloh Road

    Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing or the place to bowl with a league, Plaza Lanes is the place for you. This bowling alley also features an arcade, billiards room, café and pro shop.

  • 3303 Shiloh Ridge Road

    The athletic club is also a full-service health club, hosting tennis, swimming, aerobics classes and golf. The 18-hole golf course at Shiloh Ridge is a semi-private course, measuring 6,736 yards from the longest tees.

Group of children roller skating at skate rink, some waiting in line, with one girl falling while skating, and an adult supervising.

  • 2031 East 3rd Street

    If you’re looking for a fun activity for the weekend or an idea for your child’s next birthday party, check out Skateworld. Their space features a new skate floor for traditional skaters and rollerbladers, as well as arcade games, pool tables, concessions and great music.

Signboard at Trailhead Park with a pathway, trees, and greenery in the background.
Outdoor park with colorful picnic tables, white umbrellas, and white chairs on a grassy area. Trees and street with buildings and power lines in the background under a clear blue sky.

  • Cruise and Jackson Streets

    Managed by the National Park Service, this park offers hiking and biking in the heart of downtown Corinth. It also provides amazing views of the Historic Crossroads and Corinth Depot.

  • 300 E Waldron Street

    This outdoor dining and entertainment venue off Waldron Street in historic downtown Corinth opened in 2022.

View of a golf course with a green, a yellow golf flag, and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

  • 140 CR 617

    This nine-hole course features 2,782 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35, course rating of 70.0 and slope rating of 113.