In this issue’s Faces of South Mississippi, meet Kenny Williams—the creative force behind some of Ocean Springs’ most iconic destinations. Known for his soulful style, community-first mindset, and passion for hospitality, Kenny is more than a restaurateur—he’s a visionary shaping the city’s cultural and culinary landscape. Discover his journey from New Orleans to the Coast, his family roots, and the rising tide philosophy driving his success.

Looking to host a party that feels anything but ordinary? At Neon Moon, we don’t do beige tablecloths and background music. We do bold lighting, killer playlists, craft cocktails, and a retro-modern vibe that turns every gathering into something memorable. Whether you're planning a birthday bash, bachelorette party, reunion, corporate happy hour, or late-night wedding after-party, Neon Moon is your dream venue with edge.

At Neon Moon, we live in that perfect in-between: not quite a dive, not quite a nightclub. Not just a bar, not just a restaurant. We’re something else entirely—a nostalgic fever dream wrapped in velvet shadows and neon glow. It's retro, but it's not stuck in the past. It's modern, but never cold. It's a vibe you feel the second you walk through the door.

At Neon Moon, we’re all about keeping the night alive—soulful cocktails, retro vibes, and music that moves you. But we’re not selfish about it. We love Ocean Springs, and we know that when the clock strikes late, there’s a whole world of after-dark gems just waiting to be explored. So we’re spilling our secrets: here’s the Neon List—a curated guide to our favorite local spots when you’re riding the night wave and not ready to go home.

There’s no better place to turn up the charm and turn down the stress than at Neon Moon—where moody lighting, throwback beats, and jaw-dropping cocktails create the perfect backdrop for your next girls’ night out. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, getting the gang back together, or just escaping the week, here’s how to make your Neon Moon night unforgettable.

There’s something about Ocean Springs after dark that just hits different. The sun slips into the Gulf, the breeze picks up, and the streets hum with a kind of electric calm. Neon signs glow, guitars get tuned, and the town transforms into a playground for night owls and dreamers. At Neon Moon, we’re proud to be part of that nocturnal magic.

In the heart of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, a quietly ambitious vision is reshaping the way locals and visitors experience food, drink, and hospitality. Behind some of the city’s most beloved destinations—Mosaic, The Beer House, Neon Moon, Red Apple Lounge, Eleven Cocktail Lounge, Evergreen, and Lost Spring Brewing Company—is a single entrepreneur: a passionate restauranteur with a talent for turning atmosphere, flavor, and storytelling into unforgettable venues.

Step inside Neon Moon and you’re instantly transported—into a world where sultry lighting, retro grit, and playful energy collide. But this aesthetic didn’t happen by accident. Every glow, every surface, every flicker of light was carefully chosen to create a space that feels like a cinematic dream.

Neon Moon isn’t just a bar. It’s a mood board waiting to happen. So come dressed to impress, sip something bold, and let your camera capture the kind of night you’ll want to relive again and again.

At Neon Moon, music isn’t just background noise—it’s the pulse of the room. The slow build of a synth track, the dreamy nostalgia of a '70s slow jam, the reverb-soaked twang of an outlaw country ballad—each song is handpicked to stir something deep and soulful. We believe the right soundtrack transforms a night out. It’s what turns a cocktail into a mood, what makes a glance across the room feel cinematic.

Tucked along Mississippi’s scenic Gulf Coast, Downtown Ocean Springs isn’t just a place—it’s a mood. A strollable, soulful, sun-drenched district where live oaks arch over art galleries, historic cottages house cutting-edge cuisine, and the soundtrack of your day might include street musicians, clinking cocktail glasses, and laughter spilling from patios.