Forrest Health’s Spirit Girls Prom-A-Palooza is March 1 in New Location

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HATTIESBURG, Miss. – (January 28, 2026) Shopping for a prom dress is a rite of passage for many high school girls, and Forrest Health Spirit Girls want to help area high school girls find just the right dress for that special night. The eighth annual Prom-A-Palooza is back, but in a new location. This year’s event will be from 10 am until 2 pm, Sunday, March 1, at the Spirit of Women Conference Room located at 28^th Place, 421 South 28^th Avenue, Hattiesburg.

This event provides an opportunity for area high school girls to shop for a beautiful dress to wear to prom for just $12.

During the appointed hours, girls will have the opportunity to shop and try on dresses from a selection of more than 500 dresses in different colors, styles, and sizes. Shoes and accessories will also be available.

“I am so excited for the eighth annual Prom-A-Palooza,” said Macy Knight Simon, programs coordinator. “With more than 500 dresses to choose from, I am eager to see the involvement of our Spirit Girls, as this is one of the events they look forward to the most. We want this to be a memorable time for area girls who want to celebrate a magical night with friends at prom without feeling they are limited because of the cost of a beautiful dress.”

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Spirit Girls is designed to reach young women through events targeted at promoting self-esteem, encouraging healthy lifestyles and having lots of fun. Spirit Girls participate in a wide range of activities. Girls in grades 7 through 12 are eligible to participate in Spirit Girls. Participants must be a resident of Forrest Health's 19-county service area.