News From Visit Jackson and Our Partners

Oct 1, 2024

JXN Food & Wine Festival Announces Culinary Line-Up for Second Annual Event

The JXN Food & Wine Festival (JXNFW), the premier culinary festival celebrating the vibrant food scene in Mississippi’s capital city…

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Sep 26, 2024

Belhaven Heights Park Unveils Keith Haring Outdoor Fitness Court®

On September 26, 2024, the National Fitness Campaign (NFC), Greater Belhaven Foundation, Jackson Heart Foundation, Community Foundation for Mississippi and…

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Sep 25, 2024

National Folk Festival to Hold One-Day Kickoff Event November 16

The National Folk Festival is excited to announce a special program for November 16, 2024. The one-day kickoff event will…

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Sep 19, 2024

Nipper Named Deputy Director at Fairgrounds

Justin Nipper has been named the Deputy Director of the Mississippi Fairgrounds. Nipper had previously served as the Marketing and…

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Sep 17, 2024

MS Book Fest Draws Thousands to Tenth Annual Festival

More than 8,000 book lovers gathered today at the historic Mississippi State Capitol, Galloway Methodist Church, and First Baptist Jackson…

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Sep 5, 2024

JXN Football Media Day Held to Celebrate  the City’s Rich Football Tradition

The City With Soul hosted the inaugural JXN Football Media Day, celebrating the city's vibrant collegiate football culture. This exciting…

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Aug 28, 2024

Leaders, Businesses, and Residents Announce Coalition to Prevent Flooding and Revitalize Pearl River

A diverse group of educational, community, private sector, and non-profit institutions throughout Jackson came together today to announce the new…

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Aug 26, 2024

JXN Indie Music Week Opens Call For Submissions

Jackson Indie Music Week (JIMWeek) is back, and submissions open on Sunday, September 1. We’re seeking innovative, crowd-catching sounds from…

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Aug 14, 2024

Mississippi Science Fest Tech Summit Coming to JSU Sep. 21

Mark your calendars for the Mississippi Science Fest Tech Summit, happening on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Jackson State University…

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Jul 25, 2024

Providence Hill Sporting Club To Host 2025 NSCA US Open

Next spring, Providence Hill in Hinds County, Mississippi, will welcome nearly 1,500 participants from across the country for the prestigious…

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Jul 23, 2024

New Mississippi Blues Trail Marker Honors Jackson Music Venue Hal & Mal’s

Visit Mississippi has unveiled the latest addition to the Mississippi Blues Trail, recognizing Hal & Mal's, a beloved Jackson restaurant…

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Jul 19, 2024

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum Wins Tripadvisor’s® 2024 Travelers’ Choice® Award

The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024. The award honors businesses that…

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