{"id":42417,"date":"2026-05-21T08:38:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T13:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/?post_type=news&p=42417"},"modified":"2026-05-21T08:38:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T13:38:04","slug":"celebrate-americas-250th-birthday-in-mississippi-with-free-concert-united-in-song","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/visitmississippi.org\/news\/celebrate-americas-250th-birthday-in-mississippi-with-free-concert-united-in-song\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate America\u2019s 250th Birthday in Mississippi with Free Concert \u201cUnited in Song\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

JACKSON, Miss.\u00a0<\/strong>\u2014 On Saturday, June 20, the Mississippi Coliseum in downtown Jackson will be decked in red, white, and blue for \u201cUnited in Song: An America250 Mississippi Celebration.\u201d The free patriotic event begins promptly at 6 p.m. to celebrate America\u2019s 250th anniversary and the voices, stories, and musical heritage that have shaped the state and nation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presented by BDO, United in Song is the cornerstone event of America250 Mississippi, bringing together, for the first time in state history, a volunteer choir of more than 500 voices, a live orchestra, cultural and historical vignettes, and special guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are incredibly grateful to the many volunteers who are lending their talents and time to celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday in Mississippi,\u201d said First Lady and America250 Mississippi Commission Co-Chair Elee Reeves. \u201cThis event is truly a once-in-a-generation moment, and we hope Mississippians from all corners of the state will join us in the capital city for the milestone celebration.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Event goers can expect beloved patriotic songs as well as nods to Mississippi as the \u201cBirthplace of America\u2019s Music\u201d throughout the two-hour program. The show will also feature a children\u2019s choir, live band, and surprise moments that are sure to inspire Mississippi and American pride in all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While \u201cUnited in Song\u201d is free to attend, advance ticket reservations are required through Ticketmaster or the Mississippi Coliseum Box Office. The performance is expected to reach capacity, so early ticket reservations for the June 20 event are recommended. Groups who wish to reserve more than eight tickets should contact the Box Office at 601.353.0603.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional event details are available at\u00a0america250.ms\/united\/.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0direct Ticketmaster event link is\u00a0https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/event\/1B00649EDE0FC114.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

America250 Mississippi gratefully acknowledges the support of all of its sponsors in making United in Song free to the public: Title Sponsor \u2013 BDO (formerly Horne); Founding Patriots \u2013 VitalCore, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi, Cooperative Energy, Entergy, and Mississippi Power Company; as well as Colonial Champs \u2013 Chevron Pascagoula Refinery, Huntington Ingalls, and Trustmark Bank. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About America250 Mississippi <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

America250 Mississippi is the state\u2019s official commission charged with commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America in 2026. Through inclusive programs, events, and storytelling initiatives, America250 Mississippi seeks to shine a light on Mississippi\u2019s people, places, and pivotal role in the American story, engaging communities across the state in meaningful and lasting ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Media Contact:\u00a0<\/strong>
Katie Coats\u00a0
Chief Marketing Officer\u00a0
Visit Mississippi\u00a0
KCoats<\/a>@tourguide
601-359-3035 office\u00a0
228-357-4086 cell\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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JACKSON, Miss.\u00a0\u2014 On Saturday, June 20, the Mississippi Coliseum in downtown Jackson will be decked in red, white, and blue for \u201cUnited in Song: An America250 Mississippi Celebration.\u201d The free patriotic event begins promptly at 6 p.m. to celebrate America\u2019s [\u2026]<\/p>\n

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