Events

JSU 40 Under FORTY Awards Celebration & Reception

Two Mississippi Museums 222 North Street, Jackson, Mississippi

Every year, Jackson State University's 40Under FORTY honors 40 individuals under 40 who demonstrate a strong commitment to the university's ideals and legacy. This includes fostering a forward-thinking and successful environment for its youngest graduates. Starting in 2023, the Jackson State University Forty Under 40 Society will recognize exceptional alumni achieving great success in their […]

Taste of Mississippi: A Benefit for Stewpot

The District at Eastover 1250 Eastover Drive, Jackson, MS, United States

Taste of Mississippi is a tasting event that offers culinary delights from fabulous area restaurants and beverages from local distributors, with a competition among participating restaurants for Best Appetizer, Best Entrée, Best Dessert, Best Presentation, and People's Choice. For thirty-five years, this event has garnered local and statewide support from restaurants that simply enjoy supporting […]

$70

Sweetness “Fight Against Obesity” 5K Walk/Run and 1 Mile Fun Run

Walter Payton Recreation and Wellness Center 34 Walter Payton Drive, Jackson, MS, United States

The Walter Payton Recreation and Wellness Center is proud to host its 15th annual Sweetness "Fight Against Obesity" 5K Run | Walk and One Mile Fun Run. The purpose of this event is to increase obesity awareness in Mississippi and promote physical activity in the community with a concentrated effort on the youth. The event is […]

$10 – $110

2024 Mississippi Makers Fest

Two Mississippi Museums 222 North Street, Jackson, Mississippi

Join us for the 2024 Mississippi Makers Fest, a day-long celebration of the state’s rich and diverse music and art! The festival will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, on Entergy Plaza at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson, MS. This free festival is sponsored by Nissan and will feature Mississippi artisans, live music, […]

Battle of the Saxes

Duling Hall 622 Duling Avenue, Jackson, Mississippi

Doors 7PM / Show 8PM, In honor of Dr. Jimmy Bell Featuring Kyle Turner and Theresa Grayson. Opening performance by Murrah High School 1400 FM Jazz Band Presented by Homewood Suites by Hilton and Visit Jackson For tickets, visit: https://ticketmaster.com/wjsus-battle-of-the-saxes-jackson-mississippi-05-17-2024/event/1B0060A6F5727190

$50.00

Major Keys: Film Production

Briarwood Arts Center 614 Briarwood Drive, Jackson, MS, United States

Information session and networking event highlighting the Film Production industry

2024 Mississippi Book Festival

Mississippi State Capitol 400 High Street, Jackson, MS, United States

Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mississippi State Capitol Building & grounds 400 High St, Jackson, MS 39201 Free & open to the public Each year, the Mississippi Book Festival unites readers and authors in an exhilarating celebration of books. The State Capitol’s stately rooms and a nearby church turn into […]

82nd National Folk Festival

The National Folk Festival is the nation’s longest-running traditional arts event, a FREE, three-day outdoor multicultural celebration of music, dance, and traditional arts and culture, which historically draws upwards of 150,000 attendees by year three, along with an economic impact ranging from approximately $15-30 million a year. Produced by the National Council for the Traditional […]

Free