Due to forecasted storms Thursday and Friday morning, we've made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Capital City Lights event. We're unable to safely complete the necessary setup in these conditions. We know this is disappointing news (it's disappointing for us, too). We're grateful to everyone who planned to join us and to our partners who worked hard to make this celebration possible. Stay tuned for future downtown holiday happenings, and we'll see you next year for an even brighter Capital City Lights. At this time, the Christmas by Candlelight Tours on Friday and the City of Jackson Christmas Parade on Saturday will continue as planned.

Capital City Lights will be held again on December 4, 2026.

Visit the Mississippi State Capitol, Mississippi Governor's Mansion, Old Capitol Museum, Museum of Mississippi History, and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum for Live Music, Holiday Decorations, Treats, Model Trains and Shopping

Schedule of Events:

Two Mississippi Museums
• Live performances at 5:00pm, 5:45pm & 6:00pm
• Model trains and the town of Possum Ridge
• Shop the museum gift shop
• Sweet treats from Sugar Daze

Smith Robertson Museum & Cultural Center
• Traditional Christmas and Kwanzaa Celebration
• African drum and dance performances
• Live music from school choirs
• Family art activities

Governor’s Mansion
• Live performances at 4-5:00pm and 6:15-6:45pm
• Photos with Santa Claus
• Trackless Train Rides
• Holiday décor and tours
• Ornaments for sale
• Hot cocoa and homemade cookies

State Capitol
• Live performances 5-5:45pm and 6-8:00pm
• View the 27ft Christmas tree
• Explore the Senate and House Chambers
• Visit the Speaker’s and Governor’s offices
• Shop the Capitol Gift Shop

Old Capitol Museum
• Festive holiday lighting
• Holiday in the rotunda
• Cookies and cold milk

Transportation:
Park and utilize shuttle buses running between sites (last shuttle at 8 PM). You may also walk or drive and explore at your own pace.

Questions and More Info?

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