News From Visit Jackson and Our Partners

Oct 7, 2024

Visit Jackson’s City With Soul Celebrity Fam Tour Video Honored With Best Sales Strategy By Mississippi Tourism Association

The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA) recognized the impact and accomplishments of the state’s tourism industry at the annual tourism awards…

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Oct 7, 2024

Jennifer Chance Awarded Thomas VanHyning Research Award By Mississippi Tourism Association

The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA) recognized the impact and accomplishments of the state’s tourism industry at the annual tourism awards…

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Oct 7, 2024

Visit Jackson, Partners Shine at MTA Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Visit Jackson, the official destination leadership organization for the city of Jackson, was honored with four prestigious awards at the…

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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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