Exploring exciting events happening throughout the state. From music festivals to art fairs and museum exhibitions, there’s always something to experience in Mississippi.
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Start Date
06-17-2026 (1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
End Date
08-27-2026 (1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
OVERVIEW In partnership with the Elvis on the Coast exhibit, we are offering a limited-time walking food tour that brings the story of Elvis' infamous Summer of '56 to life through the flavors of today. Make your way through Downtown […]
Start Date
06-19-2026
End Date
03-27-2027
The MAX opens a new exhibition exploring the extraordinary storytelling and world-building of John Jennings — Mississippi native, NYTimes bestselling graphic novelist, Harvard Fellow, and Hugo- and Eisner Award-winning artist. With work featured at The MET and appearances on CBS Sunday Morning and multiple Marvel documentaries, John Jennings returns home for an artist residency at […]
Start Date
05-23-2026 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
End Date
09-06-2026 (5:00 pm - 5:00 pm)
Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out is open this summer at the Mississippi Children’s Museum! This interactive exhibit invites visitors of all ages to explore the important roles that emotions, memory, and imagination play in our everyday lives. Experience […]
Start Date
06-11-2026 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
End Date
07-02-2026 (2:00 am - 4:00 pm)
Embark on a whimsical adventure throughout the resort June 11-July 2 Get ready for an unforgettable experience with the beloved fairytale as Shrek the Musical takes the stage at Beau Rivage Theatre June 11-July 2. Produced and directed by Jeb […]
Start Date
06-27-2026 (8:00 pm - 12:00 am)
End Date
08-29-2026
The Summer Blues Series is designed to capture the feel of classic Mississippi blues culture, bringing together regional bands and touring acts for high-energy weekend shows. Guests can expect a mix of traditional blues, blues-rock, soul, and Southern rock, performed […]
Date & Time
07-01-2026 (12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)
At noon on Wednesday, July 1, Brother Rogers, retired historian for the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, will present his recent Journal of Mississippi History article, “Lafayette Visits Mississippi as the ‘Guest of the Nation,’” as part of the […]
Start Date
07-03-2026 (6:35 pm - 10:00 pm)
End Date
07-04-2026 (6:35 pm - 10:00 pm)
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with the Shuckers! After the game, the Shuckers will host part one of their annual Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza! Fireworks are on July 3rd and 4th after the game. […]
Date & Time
07-04-2026 (7:30 pm - 9:00 pm)
The Levitt AMP Downtown Jackson Music Series and the Mississippi Humanities Council presents Stars, Stripes & Symphony, an America 250 Mississippi celebration! This free event takes place on the grounds of the Two Mississippi Museums (The location is not definite […]
Date & Time
07-04-2026 (2:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
The 14th Flying Training Wing, Columbus Air Force Base will host Freedom Fest 2026, a free to the public celebration of America’s 250th independence anniversary, on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Gates will open at 2:00 PM for an afternoon and […]
Start Date
07-04-2026 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
End Date
08-15-2026
Come explore a Smithsonian exhibition! July 4 – August 15, 2026 Travel to innovative rural communities across the nation. Spark! Places of Innovation explores stories of towns that tapped into existing strengths to confront challenges and create opportunities. See how […]
Date & Time
07-04-2026 (5:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
The Levitt AMP Downtown Jackson Music Series and the Mississippi Humanities Council presents Stars, Stripes & Symphony, an America 250 Mississippi celebration! This free event takes place on the grounds of the Two Mississippi Museums. It includes children's activities, food […]
Date & Time
07-04-2026 (5:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
The Levitt AMP Downtown Jackson Music Series and the Mississippi Humanities Council presents Stars, Stripes & Symphony, an America 250 Mississippi celebration! This free event takes place on the grounds of the Two Mississippi Museums. It includes children's activities, food […]
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