Mississippi Dove Season 2026-27
Mississippi dove season dates start with Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Mississippi's listed 2026-27 dove season runs Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027.
General Mourning and White-winged Doves opens Sep 5, 2026 and closes Jan 24, 2027.
Regular Season Mourning Dove and White-winged Dove opens Sep 5, 2026 and closes Jan 24, 2027.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Mississippi MDWFP.
Dove
Mourning and White-winged Doves
General
Three periods: Sept. 5-Oct. 4, Oct. 24-Nov. 22, Dec. 26-Jan. 24. North Zone: areas north of U.S. Hwy. 84 plus areas south of U.S. Hwy. 84 and west of MS Hwy. 35. Possession limit: 45 singly or in aggregate.
Zone: North Zone
Mourning and White-winged Doves
General
Three periods: Sept. 5-Oct. 4, Oct. 24-Nov. 22, Dec. 26-Jan. 24. South Zone: areas south of U.S. Hwy. 84 and east of MS Hwy. 35. Possession limit: 45 singly or in aggregate.
Zone: South Zone
Mourning Dove and White-winged Dove
Regular Season
Multiple segments: Sep 5–Oct 4, 2026; Oct 24–Nov 22, 2026; Dec 26, 2026–Jan 24, 2027.
Zone: Statewide
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Mississippi Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in Mississippi?
September 5, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in Mississippi — general mourning and white-winged doves runs Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027. Confirm zone and permit details with Mississippi MDWFP.
What are the 2026-27 dove season dates in Mississippi?
Mississippi lists 3 dove season windows: General Mourning and White-winged Doves (Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027); General Mourning and White-winged Doves (Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027); Regular Season Mourning Dove and White-winged Dove (Sep 5, 2026-Jan 24, 2027). Always verify against Mississippi MDWFP before hunting.
Are there different dove seasons in Mississippi?
Yes — Mississippi lists separate dove seasons for General Mourning and White-winged Doves, Regular Season Mourning Dove and White-winged Dove. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Mississippi MDWFP.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in Mississippi?
Yes. Mississippi generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Mississippi MDWFP.