The Mid-South Fair is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community service organization headquartered in Southaven, Mississippi at Landers Center. The Mid-South Fair is dedicated to providing safe, family-oriented entertainment for all on an annual basis. Since the first fair was held in 1856, the event has strived to educate those living in the Mid-South and to provide opportunities to grow and showcase their talents by granting scholarships, as well as hosting art contests, competitive youth talent competitions and Miss Mid-South Fair Pageant.