An elegant outdoor community picnic featuring all-white tablescapes, fashion, food, entertainment, & community connection.
Dinner In White
An elegant coastal dining experience benefiting Prepare HER Now
When | Saturday, August 15th, 2026 from 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Where | Fort Maurepas Park | 499 Front beach drive, ocean springs, MS
Dress in white. Dine under the open coastal sky. Create a table experience uniquely your own while enjoying live entertainment, community connection, & an unforgettable summer evening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!
This private, ticketed event blends luxury picnic culture with elevated community gathering, all in support of a meaningful local nonprofit initiative.
Limited tickets available. Ages 18+ only.
About the experience
Dinner in White is a thoughtfully curated outdoor dining experience where guests transform a shared greenspace into a visually stunning evening of all-white tablescapes, fashion, food, & celebration.
Guests bring their own:
- Tables & chairs
- Dinnerware & décor
- Food & beverages
- Luxury picnic styling elements
Once setup is complete, guests enjoy:
- Live entertainment
- Sunset dining
- Coastal ambiance
- A beautifully unified all-white atmosphere
A majority of proceeds directly benefit Prepare HER Now, supporting programs dedicated to preparing girls ages 8-18 for womanhood & equipping caregivers with supportive resources.
Important Event Guidelines
To preserve the elevated aesthetic of Dinner in White, all guests are required to follow event standards.
Required
- White attire required
- White tablescape décor required
- Real dinnerware, glassware, flatware, & cloth napkins required
- Guests must bring their own tables, chairs, food, drinks, décor, & ice (rental tables, chairs, & tablecloth available at ticket checkout)
- Guests must remove all trash & belongings upon exit
Not Permitted
- Plastic plates, cups, or cutlery
- Paper products
- Open flames
- Onsite cooking
- Excessive noise or speakers
- Large visible storage items during dinner
Beverage Policy
- Non-alcoholic beverages permitted
- One bottle of wine permitted per two guests ages 21+
- IDs may be checked at entry
What to expect
A luxury picnic atmostphere, curated live entertainment, coastal sunset setting, photo opportunities, elevated date night energy, community centered experience, & a limited capacity event.
Good to know
Highlights
- 4 hours
- ages 18+
- In person
- Free parking
Refund Policy
Location
Fort Maurepas City Park & Nature Preserve
499 Front Beach Drive
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Check-In & Setup Opens
Guests will arrive, check in, receive their sparklers, & be directed to their designated setup area. This time is reserved for unloading, arranging tables, styling décor, & preparing food service. All tables, chairs, décor, & place settings must be fully set up by 7pm. All carts, coolers, totes, wagons, & storage containers must be returned to vehicles before the event officially begins. Event representatives will be available to answer questions & assist with guest navigation.
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Welcome & Dinner
All guests should be seated & ready to dine at this time. Live entertainment will begin, creating the perfect backdrop for an elegant evening of dining, conversation, & community. Guests are encouraged to enjoy their meals, connect with fellow attendees, & take in the beautiful all-white atmosphere. This portion of the evening is intended to be relaxed, elegant, & enjoyable for all guests
Photo Experience
Guests will gather for the signature Dinner in White photo-op. Event representatives will make an announcement & provide instructions to ensure a coordinated experience for everyone participating.