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Jackson Entertainment News

In Jackson, entertainment news means cultural happenings, the arts, media coverage and live events. This page covers public performances and the creative sector across the city.

Jackson Hosts Day of the Dead Celebration

Jackson Hosts Day of the Dead Celebration

The Immigrant Alliance for Justice and Equity introduced Jacksonians to Day of the Dead traditions and local health care access on November 1, 2026.

Live Poll

Do you think your local government adequately supports community health access?


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Seasonal Events

Ridgecrest Cemetery Cancels Halloween Drive-Through Event

The event at the Jackson cemetery is called off following backlash from city officials and the local community.


Music

R&B

Jackson Honors R&B Singer Dorothy Moore

The city recognized the legendary performer during a milestone anniversary celebration for her hit song Misty Blue.

Jackson Honors R&B Singer Dorothy Moore

Books

Live Poll

Do you believe local literary and cultural festivals are valuable for your community's economy and spirit?

Books

Jackson Hosted 11th Annual Mississippi Book Festival

The literary event drew over 8,000 attendees to downtown Jackson for author panels and community workshops.

Jackson Hosted 11th Annual Mississippi Book Festival

Arts and Theater

Puppetry

Mississippi Museum Displayed Historic Dummy Mummy

The Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson has placed a rare papier-mâché artifact on public display through October.

Mississippi Museum Displayed Historic Dummy Mummy

Regular subjects here include ticketed events, arts funding, media business developments and local cultural programming. Reporting spans across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal festivals and venue operations provide a constant rhythm to the coverage in Jackson. High attendance events and the planning behind public celebrations change the pace of stories throughout the year.