Jackson Mississippi Entertainment & Events
Special Events
Olde Tyme Christmas
Mississippi Heritage Center • Jackson, MS 39205
MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum
601-713-3365
The Ms Heritage Center will be decorated for an old-fashioned Mississippi Christmas. Drive by and see the life-like miniature community decorated with lights and featuring the sounds of the season during this several week event in December.Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree
1500 Peachtree Street • Jackson, MS 39202
Belhaven College
601-974-6494
"The world’s oldest outdoor singing Christmas tree," the Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree has performed more than 75 times since it began in 1933. Named one of the top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, the Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree's two 2011 performances on December 2nd and 3rd will take place at the Belhaven Soccer Bowl at 7:30 p.m. more...Legacy of Timbuktu: Wonders of the Written Word
117 East Pascagoula Street • Jackson, MS 39201
International Museum of Muslim Cultures
601-960-0440
In partnership with the Mamma Haidara Memorial Library in Timbuktu, the International Museum of Muslim Cultures will showcase an exhibit filled with rare African manuscripts, artifact displays, hands-on activities, and interactive media which will help to explain the cultural blend of African and Islamic heritage. This would include Islam’s spread into West Africa, the rise and decline of the great empires of West Africa and their leaders, methods and tools of manuscript production, French colonialism in Mali and the slave trade, and sketches from African Muslims enslaved in America. more...Barbeque, Blues, Bluegrass and Canoes
417 West Ash Street • Jackson, MSMayes Lakes/Lafleurs State Park
601-364-3650
Kayak/Canoe Race held at Mayes Lakes along with a 5K Run/Walk and FunRun. There will also be food, music and activities for children. All proceeds will go to benefit the Neighborhood Christian Centers of Jackson. more...
Sponsored By: Neighborhood Christian CenterMistletoe Marketplace
Held at the Mississippi Trade Mart
601-948-2357
This is The Junior League of Jackson's largest fundraiser. More than 150 merchants participate for three fabulous days of shopping, special events, and entertainment, making it the perfect time to shop for and celebrate the holidays. more...Taste of Mississippi
Northside Drive • Jackson, MS 39201
Highland Village
601-353-2759
Benefiting the Stewpot, this event will showcase local cuising as more than 40 chefs prepare their finest and compete for the Best Food Award. Live music, auctions and local art will also be part of the festivities. more...Earth Day Celebration
2918 West Capitol Street • Jackson, MS 39208
Jackson Zoo
601-352-2580
Earth day is a great time to celebrate the beauty of nature and the treasures of the animal kingdom. Lots of fun and activities will make the day a great time for the whole family. more...Trail of Honor
3509 Interstate 55 South • Jackson, MS 39212
601-372-5770
This Veteran's tribute is in conjunction with the Annual Vietnam War Memorial Run and is sponsored by Harley Davidson of Central Mississippi. more...Mississippi Market Wholesale Show
In the Fairgrounds Complex off High Street • Jackson, MSLocated at the Mississippi Trademart
An annual two-day show open to credentialed retail buyers, the Mississippi Market Wholesale Show features many unique products of Mississippi manufacturers, wholesalers, and artisans. These items include jewelry, specialty apparel, pottery, decorative accessories, gourmet foods, garden accessories, framed art, linens, bath care products, aromatherapy products, candles, specialty furniture, and store supplies such as gift wrap. more...Handworks Holiday Market
Held at the Mississippi Trade Mart off High Street
A unique holiday shopping experience held twice a year, in the spring and fall, Handworks includes over 120 booths of some of the finest Mississippi artisans. more...Mal's St. Paddy's Parade
Held in Downtown Jackson • Jackson, MS601-984-1972
Not only can the whole family enjoy an exciting parade, but other scheduled events during this time include BancorpSouth Mal’s St. Paddy’s Parade Race, a children's festival, pet parade, the Trustmark Children’s Parade and a street party. more...Ag Museum Pumpkin Adventure
Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum
601-432-4500
The Pumpkin Adventure will include a hay ride tour of Pumpkin Flats, Scarecrow Hill, and Small Town, MS; a snack & milk at the Farmhouse; a tour of the Heritage Center, 4-H Museum, and learning center & barnyard; and a visit to the general store. Pick a small pumpkin to take home. Admission is charged. Call for hours.Boo at the Zoo
The Jackson Zoo
601-352-2580
A "trick or treat" extravaganza with "merry not scary" fun. Attendees will enjoy face painting, haunted hay rides, games, lots of treats, and more. Takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. on two consecutive weekends. more...Disney on Ice Treasure Trove
1207 Mississippi Street • Jackson, MS 39202
Mississippi Coliseum
601-961-4000
Disney On Ice presents Treasure Trove is coming to Mississippi Coliseum. Get tangled up in Disney's 50th animated feature with Rapunzel and Flynn and enter the worlds of your other favorite Disney princesses - Tiana, Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Mulan, and, of course, the one who started it all, Snow White. more...Rainforest Adventure
2148 Riverside Drive • Jackson, MS 39203
601-576-6000
Take a virtual expedition to the tropical rainforests of the world. Children will be able to pretend to be research assistants on a problem-solving adventure. Highlights will include: a nine-foot kapok tree climb, explore a gorilla's nest, build a model insect, identify endangered species, crawl through a tree log, and more. The Museum's Dragonfly Shoppe will feature unique rainforest-related gifts during the exhibit. more...
Night Life
Headliners
6107 Ridgewood Road • Jackson, MS 39211
Northeast Jackson
601-957-6110
Check out this location for great live music, dancing, and dining. Headliners Live features live rock bands every Friday and Saturday and occasionally on Thursday. Dance to the beat of the area's hottest DJ's in Banana Joe's, Wednesday through Saturday. College students are invited to visit on Wednesdays for special drink prices. Don't miss karaoke and dance music with Michael in Karaoke Cafe, Thursday through Saturday.Mardi Gras Jazz Bar
824 South State Street • Jackson, MS 39201
Located in Downtown Jackson
601-351-3300
Mardi Gras features live jazz music.Fenian's Pub
901 East Fortification • Jackson, MS 39202
601-948-0055
Offers live music almost every day of the week. Closed on Sundays. Visit their web site for their music schedule. more...Cherokee Inn
1410 Old Square Road • Jackson, MS 39211
601-362-6388
A great spot to meet up with friends for drinks. They also serve Southern-style meals for lunch and dinner.Yellow Scarf, The
741 Harris Street, Suite E • Jackson, MS 39202
347-754-0668
Yellow Scarf, a Cassandra Wilson concept, is a new venue owned and operated by Ojah Media Group. This listening room is dedicated to providing exceptional music where, "real musicians make real music in real time. Yellow Scarf is a B.B.Y.O.S. (Baby Bring Your Own Stuff) venue." more...
Concerts & Performances
Mississippi Opera
201 East Pascagoula Street • Jackson, MS 39201
Mississippi Arts Center
601-960-2300
This organization presents three to four fantastic productions during a season. Please visit more...Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
201 East Pascagoula Street • Jackson, MS 39201
601-960-1565
The MSO, which began in 1944, performs a full season of symphony concerts, Bravo events, Chamber concerts and Pops events. more...W. Kessler Ltd.
225 East Pascagoula Street • Jackson, MS 39296
Thalia Mara Hall, Downtown
601-981-1847
For 27-years W. Kessler Ltd. has been bringing The Best of Broadway to Jackson, Mississippi. Locally owned and operated, the company has presented the national tours of some of the most acclaimed productions on Broadway, as well as from Australia and Great Britain. Drawing a diverse audience of all ages and from all parts of Mississippi, the company presents irresistible musical comedy, cutting edge drama, and sparkling comedy, mixing classic Broadway favorites with the latest Tony winning shows. In past years, they have presented such hits as Les Miserables, Chorus Line, Riverdance, My Fair Lady, Miss Saigon, Rent, Hairspray, and The Producers. more...
Plays & Productions
Ballet Mississippi
201 East Pascagoula Street • Jackson, MS 39201
Mississippi Arts Center
601-960-1560
This company is dedicated to education and performance. Each year, the professionally trained dancers perform a Spring Gala and The Nutcracker. Additional performances are announced. more...Community Children's Theatre
1000 Monroe Street • Jackson, MS 39216
601-354-1191
This volunteer run organization selects plays, builds their own sets and gathers props to produce an incredible theatre experience for the 10,000 children who watch their plays each year.New State Theatre
1100 Carlisle Street • Jackson, MS 39202
601-948-3531
Founded in 1965, New Stage now features a talented ensemble group performing a variety of critically-acclaimed plays each year. New Stage also offers educational programs for children and adults, a summer theatre workshop, and a statewide touring program. more...Puppet Arts Theatre
1927 Springridge Drive • Jackson, MS 39211
601-956-3414
The Puppet Arts Theatre is a professional puppet theatre company organized in 1967. Performances combine art, education and entertainment. The theatre tours Mississippi and the Southeast.Puppet Wonderland
1701 North State Street • Jackson, MS 39210
Millsaps College
601-977-9840
The MS Puppetry Guild presents the Nutcracker Suite. Performances are scheduled for December 1st-2nd and 7th-9th.Mark Twain Tonight!
225 East Pascagoula • Jackson, MS 39201
Thalia Mara Hall
601-355-5252
For years, this production has thrilled audiences with the wit and humor of the late author. Hal Holbrook masterfully performs the part of Mark Twain.Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
225 East Pascagoula • Jackson, MS 39201
Thalia Mara Hall
601-355-2525
This production is a true African-American cultural experience, showcasing modern dance and choreography of acclaimed artistic directory Judith Jamison. more...
Art Exhibits
Raoul Dufy: A Celebration of Beauty
380 South Lamar Street • Jackson, MS 39201
Mississippi Museum of Art
601-960-1515
Held in the Donna and Jim Barksdale Galleries for Changing Exhibitions, Raoul Dufy: A Celebration of Beauty "presents artwork by the artist from across seven decades of his career.” This exhibit will include more than 200 drawings, paintings and textile designs, as well as, dresses created from Dufy fabric by such designers as Mongi Guibane and Christian Lacroix." Patrons can enjoy Raoul Dufy: A Celebration of Beauty from February 7 through July 5, 2009.Lost in the Amazon Photo Exhibit
2148 Riverside Drive • Jackson, MS 39202
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
601-354-7303
Lost in the Amazon is an exhibit featuring the work of renowned wildlife photographer Stephen Kirkpatrick. The 40 color photographs on display were shot over nine years in the jungles of the Peruvian Amazon. They feature tropical birds, poison dart frogs, snakes, monkeys, exotic mammals, flowers, rainforest landscapes, and the Amazon River. The exhibit opens to the general public on Saturday, February 4, and will run through May. more...
Antique Shows & Auctions
Edens Auctions
3720 Flowood Drive • Flowood, MS 39232
601-506-3915
Edens Auctions provides real estate, estates, antique and liquidation auction services. more...Bagwell Antique Show
Mississippi Trade Mart
662-844-3095
A wonderful collection of antiques no enthusiast should miss. Admission is charged.
Arts & Crafts Shows
Yuletide Treasures Holiday Gift Show
1150 Lakeland Drive • Jackson, MS 39216
Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum
601-956-9392
A yearly holiday event, the Yuletide Treasures Holiday Gift Show features Mississippi artists' work which includes stained glass, soaps, woodwork, and ironwork.
Festivals & Fairs
Sante South Wine Festival
627 East Silas Brown Street • Jackson, MS 39211
This local festival benefits the Alzheimer's Association of Mississippi. Festivities include a Wine and Food Tasting with fare from the area's best restaurants. more...Puppetry Jam: Festival for Children
1150 Lakeland Drive • Jackson, MS 39216
MS Agriculture & Forestry Museum
601-977-9840
This is an annual puppetry festival for children. It celebrates the performing arts with puppet shows, storytellers, clowns and more.Zoobilation
2918 West Capitol Street • Jackson, MS 39209
601-352-2581
An annual celebration that features cartoon and storybook characters. more...An Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
950 Rice Road • Jackson, MS 39216
Held at the Mississippi Craft Center
601-856-7546
Watch craft demonstrations and see the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians dance and play stickball at the annual An Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration. Traditional crafts will be on display, including blacksmithing, flintnapping, weaving and pottery making.Festival Latino
1808 Spillway Road • Jackson, MS 39047
Rapids on the Reservoir
601-960-8467
This annual event is a celebration of Latin American culture. There's dancing, food, music and crafts from Central and South American countries, as well as the Caribbean Islands. Free activities for kids. The event will take place from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.Crossroads Film Festival
Lakeland Drive and Airport Road • Jackson, MS 39201
UA Parkway Place Cinema
601-359-3347
This four day event is a celebration of local, national, and international films. The genres include documentaries, short film, feature films, and experimental projects. more...Puppetry Jam Performing Arts Festival
Lakeland Drive • Jackson, MS 39201
at the MS Agriculture and Forestry Museum
601-977-9840
Held annually, this festival feature the exciting, professional Puppet Arts Theatre, Inky the Clown, storytellers and a Puppet Factory. more...Spring Festival and Plant Sale
Clinton Raymond Road • Jackson, MS 39056
Mynelle Gardens
601-960-1894
Celebrate the newness of Spring with this festival and plant sale dedicated to the beauty of Mother Nature.Sante South Wine Festival
Highland Village Center Court
601-987-0020
A wine and food tasting event that features wines from all over the world paring up with great restaurants from Mississippi and surrounding states with proceeds going to the Alzheimer's Association Mississippi Chapter. more...Farish Street Heritage Festival
P.O. Box 23938 • Jackson, MS 39235
601-948-5667
The annual Farish Street Heritage Festival celebrates the rich history, life, and culture of the Farish Street Historic District and African Americans. It features jazz, gospel, blues and R & B music, African American art, the Kiddie Kottage, poetry, drama, and lots of great food and company. more...CelticFest Mississippi
1150 Lakeland Drive • Jackson, MS 39216
Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Museum
Celebrating Celtic culture, CelticFest Mississippi is a rain or shine event that features live entertainment, heritage workshops, children's activities, a non-denominational service, and specialty concessions. more...Chimneyville Crafts Festival, The
Located at the Mississippi Trade Mart off High St.
601-856-7546
Over 150 booths showcasing crafts, artwork, beautiful household objects, and furnishings can be seen at the annual Chimneyville Crafts Festival. Other activities at the festival include a supervised children's craft workshop and a crafts fashion show. more...
Sponsored By: The Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi, Inc.Pickin and Paddlin Outdoor Festival
417 West Ash Street • Jackson, MS 39203
601-540-3710
This event at Mayes Lake will features a 5k race, canoe races, live bluegrass music and delicious barbeque. more...Bright Lights, Belhaven Nights
601-352-8850
"An end-of-the-summer tradition that celebrates all things that make Greater Belhaven special," Bright Lights, Belhaven Nights features five stages of live music, a children’s area, food for sale from Greater Belhaven-area restaurants, merchants and artisans from Greater Belhaven and the Belhaven Market selling such items as foods, arts and crafts, a silent auction of signature festival artwork, raffle of items from area merchants and more. more...NatureFest
2148 Riverside Drive • Jackson, MS 39202
The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
601-576-6000
Visitors will be able to enjoy lots of fun & educational activities such as observing a two-toed sloth, balloon animals with Inky the Clown, Nature Tracker Club activities, meet Leona the Lion, and more. more...Mississippi State Fair
Mississippi State Fairgrounds
601-960-4000
This fair features amusement rides, concessions, national musical entertainment, and livestock & agricultural competitions and demonstrations.Town Creek Arts Festival
380 South Lamar Street • Jackson, MS 39201
The Art Garden at the MS Museum of Art
Beginning at 10 a.m., visit the Art Garden to browse & purchase from Mississippi artists & craftsmen. There will be food available from local vendors, and live performances on the CSpire stage. This is a family-friendly event with hands-on activities for children, as well.
Marathons & 10K Runs
Bridging the Gap
1304 Vine Street • Jackson, MS 39111
601-969-4009
Bridging the Gap LIFE (Living Independence for Everyone) of Mississippi's annual non-competitive 5k walk, roll, stroll-a-thon benefitting Mississippians with disabilities is scheduled for October 30, 2010. The event will take place over the historic Mississippi River Bridge in Vicksburg.Mississippi Blues Marathon & Half-Marathon
Presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Mississippi, the annual Mississippi Blues Marathon & Half-Marathon "honors musicians who have made history over the years, as well as those who continue to shape the sound of the blues today." This challenging race through downtown Jackson is certified by USATF. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mississippi Blues Commission. more...Komen Central MS Race for the Cure
Join them on Saturday, April 14th for the 13th Annual Komen Central MS Race for the Cure in downtown Jackson, MS. more...
Sporting Events
Mississippi Braves Baseball
1 Braves Way • Pearl, MS 39208
Trustmark Park
601-932-8788
An affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, the Mississippi Braves are in the South Division of the Southern League of Minor League Baseball. more...Smith-Wills Stadium
1200 Lakeland Drive • Jackson, MS 39216
601-981-4664
Home of Jackson's professional baseball team. Can seat up to 5,200 fans. more...Capital City Football Classic
Veteran's Memorial Stadium
601-979-2450
Don't miss the biggest football game of the season between Jackson State and Alcorn State Universities. Activities include a scholarship banquet, Miss Capital City Classic Pageant, pep rally, Greek step show, Battle of the Bands, and much more!Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo
Mississippi State Fairgrounds
601-961-4000
The second largest PRCA rodeo east of the Mississippi River offers ten performances. Livestock show includes horse shows and junior livestock show. At the Western Festival enjoy a trade show and dance. Parade kicks off the event.Chevy Eastern National Cutting Horse Show
Mississippi State Fairgrounds
812-244-6188
This competition involves a horse and rider separating cattle from a herd in a timed event. more...National Cutting Horse Competition
High Street • Jackson, MS 39201
MS Fairgrounds
601-961-4000
This annual event is one of six produced each year by the NCHA. Competition will be fierce for trophies and prizes. Come and enjoy the thrill of this national event. more...Annual Mayor's Golf Scramble
Highway 49 • Jackson, MS 39209
Live Oaks Golf Course
This four man scramble will be held on the beautiful grounds of Live Oaks Golf Course. There is a fee per team. A delicious lunch will be served at 11:00 A.M. and Shotgun Start will be at 12 Noon.
Parades
MLK, Jr. Birthday Celebration & Parade
Various Times & Locations Throughout Jackson
601-960-1090
During the month of January, there are a multitude of activities and one of the largest parades honoring Dr. King. The celebration features gospel singing, a talent show, live entertainment, awards, tributes and much more.St. Paddy's Day Parade
Downtown Jackson
601-355-7685
This hugely popular parade is held in honor of St. Patrick every year. Other activities include a street dance and a pet parade. Be sure to check out the nationally-famous "Sweet Potato Queens" float. Money raised from this event goes to the Blair E. Batson Hospital for Children. more...
Sponsored By: Hal and Mal's Restaurant and BreweryCity of Jackson Christmas Parade
Downtown Jackson
601-960-1084
This annual Christmas parade is a great way to kick off the holiday season. A tree lighting ceremony follows the parade, along with musical entertainment.Mal's St. Paddy's Day Parade
State Street • Jackson, MS 39201
Downtown Jackson
601-355-7685
The best parade in town, this annual event features a festive parade with the famous Sweet Potato Queens, the Krewe of Kazoo, Rude Boys and many more. more...
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