Hub City HotSteppers

04/02/2026

Check us out!

03/28/2026

We had a blast at our first Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade in Jackson!

Walked away with the best marching krewe award!

A great way to end our season and we are already planning for next year!

Stay tuned for ways to join us in the fall!!

02/20/2026

Hey Keg and Barrel….does this mean we get a discount? 😉

Everyone head on down to the Keg and check out their new menu! Tell em we sent ya!

12/03/2025

🎉 Hub City Hot Steppers Announcement!

Our 2025 parade season is almost wrapped — we’ll finish strong with our final appearance at the Hattiesburg Christmas Parade on December 10! 🎄💃🔥

But don’t pack away the sparkle just yet… the fun is far from over! ✨Registration is now OPEN for our 2026 parades!

In 2026, we’re stepping out in:
💜 Krewe of St. Catherine Mardi Gras Parade – Hattiesburg | Feb. 6
🍀 Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade – Jackson | Mar. 28 (our first time EVER!)
Each parade includes:
👑 A headpiece crafting session
🪩 All Thursday night rehearsals at 5:30 PM👗 Costuming guidance from the director (costuming done on your own)
Please note:🚗 If you choose to perform at St. Paddy’s Day, transportation & lodging are on your own.

Pricing:• One parade — $100
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• Both parades — $175
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-Please include which parade(s) you are registering for in the note section of your purchase.

✨ With Christmas right around the corner, this makes an amazing gift for someone who has always wanted to try parading for the first time! Message us for a printable gift certificate that can be emailed to you. 🎁💌
📅 Rehearsals begin January 8
⏳ Registration deadline: January 4
Spots will fill FAST — register as soon as possible and come step into an unforgettable season with us! 💃🔥

12/03/2025

✨ Hub City HotSteppers showed OUT last night! ✨

We had an amazing time performing at the Petal Christmas Parade, and we’re beyond proud to say this was our second year being part of this wonderful event — and our second year bringing home 1st place in the Walker Category! 🏆🎉

Huge thank-you to the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce and Kammie Carpenter for hosting such a fantastic parade once again. ❤️💚

Stay tuned — our next stop is the Hattiesburg Christmas Parade, and we’ve got a special announcement coming soonabout how YOU can join us for Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day! 🎭🍀

09/12/2025

Thank you to everyone that came out to our first meet up yesterday, there is still one more week to sign up to join us for this parade season!

Our first official rehearsal will be next week at studio 522 at 5:30 PM .

Special thanks to Bourbon on Front for hosting our wild bunch!

08/29/2025

🚨Deadline Extended! 🚨 Hub City Hot Steppers has extended fall registration to September 17 ! 🎉

Want to join us for one or more parades this season? You’ve got time! Not sure yet? Come vibe with us at our Happy Hour Meetup on September 11 from 5–7 PM at Bourbon on Front🍹🎶 — the perfect chance for new and returning members to mingle before rehearsals begin. Just thinking about joining? Swing by and see what we’re all about! 💃🏽🕺🏾

✨ Spring-only? No worries — registration opens again in December!

08/15/2025

REMINDER THAT REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER 1!

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN for Season 4 of the Hub City Hot Steppers! 🎉

*Deadline to register for 2025 Parades is September 1. Registration will reopen in December for Mardi Gras and St. Paddy's 2026*

We’re stepping into our fourth fabulous year, and the Hot Steppers are back and bigger than ever! This season, we’re thrilled to return to some of our favorite parades—and we’re adding a brand-new adventure to the mix!

🪩 This year’s parades include:

👻 Hattiesburg Halloween Parade – October 30

🎄 Petal Christmas Parade – December 2

🎅 JayCees Christmas Parade – Tentatively December 4

👑 Krewe of St. Catherine Walking Parade – February 6

☘️ Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade (Jackson, MS) – March 28 (NEW!)

✨ What your membership includes:

Weekly rehearsals starting Thursday, September 11 from 5:30–6:15 PM at Studio 522

Access to the parade(s) of your choice

Four fabulous Cocktail & Crafting Sessions with the amazing Abigail Allen to help you create show-stopping headpieces

Christmas Party and Ornament Swap

Kick off Party for our second annual Hot Steppers Pub Crawl Kick-Off Party in February!

🎭 Costume Guidelines: You’ll receive direction from the director—but costume creation is up to you. Bring your sparkle and flair!
🚗 Note: For the Jackson parade, you’ll be responsible for your own travel and lodging.

💃 Membership Pricing:
All major credit/debit cards accepted, as well as a pay-in-four installment option

1 Parade – $100
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2 Parades – $175
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3 Parades – $250
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4 Parades – $325
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Full Season Pass (All 5 Parades!) – $400
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🎯 IMPORTANT:

You must be able to attend at least 80% of rehearsals for the parade(s) you join.

When registering for anything other than the full season, please specify which parade(s) you're signing up for in the Note section.

Be sure to include your phone number in the Notes as well!

🍸 SAVE THE DATE:
We’re kicking things off with a Happy Hour Meet & Greet in late August—stay tuned for details!

This season is going to be bold, bright, and unforgettable—we can’t wait to see you shine in the streets with us!

👯‍♀️ Let’s strut, sparkle, and celebrate—Hot Steppers style!

08/08/2025

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN for Season 4 of the Hub City Hot Steppers! 🎉

*Deadline to register for 2025 Parades is September 1. Registration will reopen in December for Mardi Gras and St. Paddy's 2026*

We’re stepping into our fourth fabulous year, and the Hot Steppers are back and bigger than ever! This season, we’re thrilled to return to some of our favorite parades—and we’re adding a brand-new adventure to the mix!

🪩 This year’s parades include:

👻 Hattiesburg Halloween Parade – October 30

🎄 Petal Christmas Parade – December 2

🎅 JayCees Christmas Parade – Tentatively December 4

👑 Krewe of St. Catherine Walking Parade – February 6

☘️ Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade (Jackson, MS) – March 28 (NEW!)

✨ What your membership includes:

Weekly rehearsals starting Thursday, September 11 from 5:30–6:15 PM at Studio 522

Access to the parade(s) of your choice

Four fabulous Cocktail & Crafting Sessions with the amazing Abigail Allen to help you create show-stopping headpieces

Christmas Party and Ornament Swap

Kick off Party for our second annual Hot Steppers Pub Crawl Kick-Off Party in February!

🎭 Costume Guidelines: You’ll receive direction from the director—but costume creation is up to you. Bring your sparkle and flair!
🚗 Note: For the Jackson parade, you’ll be responsible for your own travel and lodging.

💃 Membership Pricing:
All major credit/debit cards accepted, as well as a pay-in-four installment option

1 Parade – $100
https://square.link/u/RtE6Oega

2 Parades – $175
https://square.link/u/K75M6xrt

3 Parades – $250
https://square.link/u/fjuLqXqv

4 Parades – $325
https://square.link/u/6dUoMTKg

Full Season Pass (All 5 Parades!) – $400
https://square.link/u/Fuu1LbSQ

🎯 IMPORTANT:

You must be able to attend at least 80% of rehearsals for the parade(s) you join.

When registering for anything other than the full season, please specify which parade(s) you're signing up for in the Note section.

Be sure to include your phone number in the Notes as well!

🍸 SAVE THE DATE:
We’re kicking things off with a Happy Hour Meet & Greet in late August—stay tuned for details!

This season is going to be bold, bright, and unforgettable—we can’t wait to see you shine in the streets with us!

👯‍♀️ Let’s strut, sparkle, and celebrate—Hot Steppers style!

03/01/2025

We can’t parade today, but we can pub crawl. Come find us downtown and join the fun!
Happy Mardi Gras y’all!

02/14/2025

50 Bloody Marys coming right up!