Welcome to Jackson, Mississippi!

Jackson, Mississippi is the City With Soul, and the soul is the people. This is the birthplace of Southern Soul, with MICHELIN-recognized restaurants and James Beard-honored kitchens, a literary legacy anchored by Eudora Welty’s home, world-class ballet, and a Civil Rights story that is still being written. Come meet the cooks, musicians, artists and neighbors who carry it forward.

Elvie’s, Pulito Osteria and Poppy Pies Earn MICHELIN Recognition in JXN

Jackson’s MICHELIN debut last year wasn’t a fluke.

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16 Ways to Do Halloween in JXN

Jackson's Halloween season runs from Thursday, October 22 through Halloween night on Saturday, October 31.

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What to Do in Jackson, MS This Fall

Fall in Jackson, MS is packed with things to do — literary festivals, STEM celebrations, pumpkin patches, a state fair, and holiday markets that carry the season into winter. Here's what's happening month by month.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION IN JXN

Are you seeking outdoor fun in Jackson, Mississippi - the City With Soul?

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Slippin’ Through the Cracks: The Bobby Rush Musical

OCT 20 - NOV 1 • NEW STAGE THEATRE

The life, music, and legacy of a Mississippi Blues Legend.

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Soul Sessions Podcast: Dr. Mark Henderson | JSU Professor and Actor Learn More

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Where to Drink and Dine

From delectable soul food classics — some of them MICHELIN Guide-recognized and James Beard Award-winning — to innovative Southern fusion, don't sleep on the City With Soul's culinary scene.

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ESSENTIAL JACKSON

Civil Rights & History

From the proud legacy of Medgar Evers to the powerful present-day Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the history of the movement is here.

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Finding the Rhythm in Jackson

Embrace the soulful beat and immerse yourself in the rhythmic charm of Jackson, as we explore the city's musical heritage and vibrant experiences.

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A Booklover’s Itinerary to Jackson

The capital city is a book lover's dream with a literary legacy that celebrates a good book or a sip of a writer-inspired cocktail.

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An Artful Itinerary to the City With Soul

Explore the City With Soul's vibrant public art installations, delve into the captivating collections of its museums, and be entranced by the mesmerizing performances in its theaters.

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EXPLORE JXN NEIGHBORHOODS

Downtown

Downtown is where government buildings, museums, and historic architecture collide in the heart of the capital city, resulting in a growing residential and public art scene.

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Belhaven

The Belhaven Historic District offers nothing short of charm with its tree-lined streets, 1900s-era craftsmen homes, and unique businesses.

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Belhaven Heights

On one of the highest hills in Jackson, you'll find Belhaven Heights, an older and more official neighborhood than "Belhaven" itself.

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Midtown

Midtown is a diverse, up-and-coming neighborhood located just north of downtown Jackson, adjacent to Millsaps College and Baptist Hospital and two blocks from the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

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Fondren

The Fondren Historic District has been known as one of Jackson's cultural centers since the 1920s, with spaces to enjoy music, food, the arts, and everything in between.

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North Jackson

In North Jackson’s shopping district, you can find tried-and-true retail staples on the city's furthest northern reaches - and Civil Rights history at Tougaloo College.

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LeFleur East

Named after explorer Louis LeFleur, LeFleur East is located where the city of Jackson originated.

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West Jxn

Steeped in history and culture, West Jackson is experiencing renewed interest thanks to places like Jackson State University.

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South Jxn

South Jackson has several hidden culinary gems and historical sites in the capital city.

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