Capital City Lights returns for its fourth annual seasonal event on Friday, December 6, starting at 4:00 PM. This holiday spectacular brings the collaborative efforts of multiple organizations to Downtown Jackson to usher in a season of joy in the City With Soul. The event, presented in part by Visit Jackson and Downtown Jackson Partners, will feature family-friendly activities, shopping, tours, and more centered on Capitol Street.

Organizations and businesses throughout Jackson are represented at the event, bringing a unique activity or flavor to the festivities. Returning this year is the collaboration with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) for their Christmas by Candlelight Tour, which will allow participants to tour various downtown attractions with a connecting shuttle service.

• Festive Atmosphere: Twinkling lights, holiday decorations, and a cozy, walkable layout perfect for families and friends.
• Live Entertainment: Main stage performances featuring choirs and Nutcracker vignettes by the Metro Mississippi Ballet.
• Unique Experiences: Typewriter poets, caricature artists, and the Cruisin’ on Capitol classic car exhibit.
• Kid-Friendly Activities: Meet Soul Santa, explore emergency vehicles, visit an exotic petting zoo, and enjoy photo ops with Nutcracker characters.
• Food and Drinks: Food trucks, street vendors, local restaurants, pop-up bars, and a wine garden.
• Holiday Shopping: Magnolia Marketplace with local makers, pop-up shops, and unique finds from downtown businesses.

The City of Jackson will celebrate the event with its annual tree lighting at Jackson City Hall.

More details and surprises to come! Please follow #capitalcitylightsjxn on Instagram to stay updated!