From Comic Con to Juneteenth: Jackson's June 2026 Event Calendar
Summer in Jackson heats up with live music, festivals, and family fun all June long.
From the high-energy Cathead Jam music festival to the quirky, flavor-packed Mississippi Pickle Fest, Juneteenth and Pride celebrations, Mississippi Comic Con, and more, June in the City With Soul is full of can't-miss experiences for visitors and locals alike.
Cathead Jam Music Festival
The 2026 two-day Cathead Jam Music Festival is a vibrant celebration of live music, local food and drinks, and community, expanding access to music education in underserved communities across Mississippi. Spectators are in store for a funky and exciting lineup of diverse artists, including Allen Stone, Kashus Culpepper, George Porter Jr. & Runnin' Pardners, Eggy, High Fade, Shadowgrass, Toubab Krewe, Waterworks Curve, Pothole Paradise, and Sixth Sense.
When: Fri., June 5, doors open at 3 p.m., and Sat. June 6, doors open at noon
Where: Cathead Distillery, 422 S Farish Street, Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: www.catheadjam.com
The Southern Artisan Vendor Gathering
The Southern Artisan Vendor Gathering is a three-day marketplace at the Mississippi Trade Mart showcasing handmade goods, regional makers, small businesses, and Southern creativity.
When: Fri., June 5 through Sun., June 7, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Where: Mississippi Trade Mart, 1200 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-southern-artisan-vendor-gathering-jackson-tickets-1988173160443?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse
All White at the Vet
All White at the Vet is a luxury nightlife experience at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, featuring an all-white dress code, premium lounges, bars, signature cocktails, and food vendors.
When: Sat., June 6, 5 – 11 p.m.
Where: Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2531 N. State St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: Event information and host hotel details are available from organizers; all-white attire is mandatory for entry. eventbrite.com
Tangos Under the Stars
Tangos Under the Stars offers an evening concert dedicated to the music of Astor Piazzolla, presented in an intimate setting at Capital Towers, featuring Tango musicians and skyline views.
When: Wed., June 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Capital Towers, 125 N. Congress St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: For event or host hotel information: 678-545-5140 eventbrite.com
250 Voices America Sing
250 Voices America Sing is a gospel-centered community singing event at the Two Mississippi Museums, bringing together singers and listeners for a shared musical experience.
When: Thursday, June 11, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Two Mississippi Museums, 222 North St., #1206, Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: Free to the public
The 6th Annual Mississippi Pickle Fest
If you think everything should be pickled, or at least tried once, the two-day Pickle Fest is the place to be. Despite the sour bites, it's a high-spirited atmosphere full of experimental pickle-packed fun, including live music, family-friendly activities, pickling recipes, and educational demonstrations, throughout the museum grounds and historic Small Town, Mississippi.
When: Sat., June 13, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sun. June 14, noon – 5 p.m.
Where: Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Dr., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: Foundation Members $10, non-members $15 upon entry
Sparkling Wine Dinner at Char
Char Restaurant's Sparkling Wine Dinner celebrates the restaurant's 25th anniversary with a five-course prix fixe menu paired with sparkling wines and tasting notes from a guest presenter.
When: Tues., June 16, 6 p.m.
Where: Char Restaurant, 4500 I-55 Frontage Rd., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: Ticket price includes the five-course dinner, wine pairings, tax, and gratuity; guests must be 21 or older. eventbrite.com
City of Jackson Juneteenth Extravaganza
The City of Jackson is celebrating freedom, culture, and community at its Juneteenth Extravaganza. The city has an evening filled with live entertainment, African drums & dance, spoken word, line dancing, food trucks, children's activities, local vendors, and fireworks. It's a family event to honor history and celebrate unity together.
When: Thurs., June 18, 4–10 p.m.
Where: MS Jackson Convention Complex Back Parking Lot, 105 E. Pascagoula St., Jackson, MS
Tickets: Admission is free
Jackson Book Festival 2026
The Jackson Book Festival at the Smith Robertson Museum Cultural Center features a poetry contest along with books, jewelry, and vendor offerings in the Historic Farish Street District.
When: Sat., June 20, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Smith Robertson Museum Cultural Center, 528 Bloom St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: Free and open to the public
Father's Day R&B Day Party at Zaza SkyLounge
This Father's Day event at Zaza Rooftop Sky Lounge is an elevated celebration featuring music and a rooftop atmosphere in downtown Jackson.
When: Sun., June 21, 4:20 – 11:05 p.m.
Where: Zaza Rooftop Sky Lounge, 802 North State St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: eventbrite.com
Mississippi Comic Con
The Mississippi Comic Con weekend will be packed full of celebrities, creators, cosplay, gaming, and more. This year's lineup spans film, television, animation, voice acting, professional wrestling, and comics, including appearances from Kel Mitchell (Good Burger), Tom Kenny (SpongeBob SquarePants), Lou Diamond Phillips (Young Guns), Joey Fatone (NSYNC), Holly Marie Combs (Charmed), Mark Sheppard (Supernatural), Doug Jones and Jonathan Frakes from the Star Trek franchise, Alex Winter (Bill & Ted), Wallace Shawn (The Princess Bride), Kevin Sussman (The Big Bang Theory), Lindsay Wagner (The Bionic Woman), Dorian Kingi (The Book of Boba Fett), David Howard Thornton (Terrifier), Bill Allen (Rad), and Grace Van Dien.
When: Fri. June 26, 3–8 p.m., Sat. June 27, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sun. June 28, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: The Mississippi Trade Mart, 1200 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS
Tickets: Each amount is subject to applicable taxes and fees. Friday $30, Saturday $40, Sunday $35, three-day pass $75
Dead Letter Office – A Tribute to R.E.M.
Dead Letter Office brings a tribute to R.E.M. to Martin's Downtown for a late-night concert built around the band's major hits and deeper catalog favorites.
When: Fri., June 26 – Sat., June 27, starting at 10 p.m.
Where: Martin's Downtown, 214 State St., Jackson, MS
Tickets/Entry: eventbrite.com
Capital City Pride's Pride Month Events
Capital City Pride is hosting several events to recognize June as Pride month, including a Drag Brunch, Rainbow Run, and Trivia Night. Check their website for more information.
When: June
Where: Hal & Mal's and Broadmeadow United Methodist Church Park
Tickets/Vendor: mscapitalcitypride.org
