News From Visit Jackson and Our Partners

Apr 30, 2025

First Performer Details Announced for 82nd National Folk Festival

The National Folk Festival announced today the first group of artists who will be performing at the 82nd National Folk…

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Apr 17, 2025

Natchez Trace Parkway Nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Scenic Drives

One of America’s most treasured roadways, the Natchez Trace Parkway, has officially been nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Scenic Drives…

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Apr 2, 2025

Mississippi Included in the MICHELIN Guide American South, the First Regional Edition of the MICHELIN Guide in North America

Today, the MICHELIN Guide announced Mississippi’s inclusion as part of its first North American regional edition titled MICHELIN Guide American…

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Mar 20, 2025

Mississippi Blues Legend Jesse Robinson Honored with Blues Trail Marker and Parade Grand Marshal Role

The Mississippi Blues Commission unveiled a Blues Trail Marker honoring guitarist Jesse Robinson at Iron Horse Grill on Thursday, March…

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Mar 20, 2025

Ribbon Cutting Held for Museum Trail Gateway Sign & Wildflower Garden

Local leaders gathered today on a chilly first day of Spring to celebrate a new landmark on the Museum Trail—the…

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Mar 18, 2025

Community Foundation for Mississippi Awards $1 Million Grant to Advance the Margaret Ann Crigler Park Project

The Foundation for Mississippi History has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Community Foundation for Mississippi’s John and…

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Mar 17, 2025

JXN Food & Wine Festival Draws Sold-Out Crowd to Celebrate Jackson’s Culinary Scene

The second annual JXN Food & Wine Festival brought together food enthusiasts and renowned chefs for a sold-out celebration of…

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Mar 12, 2025

Visit Jackson’s Kim Lewis Among 75 Changemakers Selected as a Spring 2025 Change Collective Fellow

Visit Jackson’s Kim Lewis has been selected for the Change Collective's 2025 Spring Fellowship, bringing her Civic Action Plan to…

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Mar 11, 2025

Visit Jackson Media Professionals Among Two Honored by Women for Progress

Visit Jackson celebrates two of its employees, Yolanda Clay-Moore, Director of External Affairs, Partnerships, & Alliances and Andrea Thomas, Social…

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Mar 6, 2025

Visit Jackson Honors 2025 Tourism Champions at Annual Awards Ceremony

Visit Jackson celebrated its 32nd annual Hometown Hero and S.U.M.I.T.T. award recipients during a special ceremony held today at the…

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Mar 5, 2025

Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival Gearing Up For 2025 Event

This month will usher in the 42nd Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival, making its grand return on March 22…

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Mar 3, 2025

Jackson, MS Wins Big in 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Jackson, Mississippi, has been recognized in three categories of the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, celebrating its vibrant…

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