Community Calendar
Welcome to the JAN Community Calendar! This calendar is a list of community-led events and neighborhood meetings in the city of Jackson, Mississippi. For an extensive list of major festivals and events happening in Jackson, see Visit Jackson’s event calendar. Is your neighborhood organization hosting an event soon? Submit your information for possible inclusion on the Community Calendar here.
Briarwood Arts Center February Calendar
BAC is particularly excited about the Retro Video Game Tournament on February 1st, Automotive 101 on February 8th, and Valentine's Day Social on February 14th.
City of Jackson Economic Mobility Classes
The City of Jackson via the Economic Mobility Leadership Institute (EMLI) is offering a series of classes surrounding topics such as financial literacy/wealth building, homeownership, student loans, and wills & trusts.
The Bean Path Black History Expo: Tech Evolution
Join us for an electrifying celebration of Black excellence in technology, innovation, and community at Bean Path’s Black History Expo: Tech Evolution!
Jackson City Council Ward 7 Candidate Forum
Hear from the candidates for Ward 7’s open council seat!
JXN People’s Assembly: What’s Going On?
Join us to discuss what’s happening and the next steps!
Midtown Orchard Planting Week
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation and Midtown Partners, with generous support from Arbor Day Foundation and Amazon, have launched an innovative program to plant and distribute more than 500 trees in the underserved neighborhood of Midtown to provide families with clean air and improved nutrition for generations.
Ballet & Blues 2025
Guests can expect signature farm-to-table elevated southern cuisine by Chef Nick Wallace, specialty cocktails, a live band celebrating the rich blues heritage of Mississippi, and a silent auction.
Fridays on Farish
Historic street, live music, food, drinks, and good times for just $5! Don’t miss it!
City Council Forum
Meet the candidates and learn about their vision and plans for representing your ward!
Black Family Wellness Expo
The Black Family Wellness Expo is a comprehensive community event that promotes holistic wellness within our community.
JXN Food & Wine Festival 2025
JXN Food & Wine is here to celebrate Southern culinary heritage and invest in the restaurant industry’s future workforce!
Race for Grace Place
Race for Grace Place is a 5K Run and Walk raising funds to sustain Grace Place, located at Galloway United Methodist Church in Jackson, MS.
Taste of Mississippi 2025
Taste of Mississippi is a tasting event that offers culinary delights from fabulous area restaurants and beverages from local distributors. All proceeds from Taste of Mississippi benefit Stewpot Community Services.
2025 South Jackson Parade and Festival
The purpose of the parade and festival is to allow government, businesses, schools, churches, and residents to get to know each other on a more personal level. It is also an opportunity to join forces to reduce crime and enjoy a day of fun-filled family events.
2025 Mississippi Makers Fest
MDAH’s Mississippi Makers Fest is a day-long celebration of the state’s rich and diverse music and art.
Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods Monthly Meeting
ASJN Is working hard to bring about positive change in South Jackson.
Love Letter: Celebrating Black Southern Material Culture
Art-making, food trucks, open bar, live music, pop-up exhibition, and panel discussion with Black women textile artists.
Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
The Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association meets on the third Monday each month at the Jackson Medical Mall Community Room.
Galentine’s Sale
Shop small and smart by buying second hand from some of your fave Jackson ladies, eat brunch, and have fun!
JXN SK8 Club Meet Up: Trail Skate Edition
JXN SK8 Club will skate the Museum Trail every third Saturday from 10 AM- 12 PM. Make sure to bring hydration and safety gear!
The Really Really Free Market
Join Cooperation Jackson and our local allies and partners for this exercise of mutual aid and exchange.
Greater Belhaven Spring Cleanup Day
The GBF Neighborhood Cleanup Days see neighbors, businesses, and neighborhood supporters come together for a community-wide day of cleaning streets, public spaces, and yards.
Sweetheart Day at the Jackson Zoo
Bring your sweetheart, best friend, or family member and enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free admission deal—two guests for just $8!
The Really Really Important Meeting
Cooperation Jackson needs your input on how to improve and expand the Really Really Free Market and the systems that can support it. Get involved!
Skatejxn Community Meeting
This is everyone’s chance to let Skate Jackson know how and why they want to be involved. We need all sorts of help, skaters or not.
Lemuria Bookstore Valentine’s Day Storytime
Happy Valentine’s Day, from Clifford the Big Red Dog!
We’ll read various Valentine' s-themed books and then hand out Clifford Valentines and coloring sheets!
Fondren North Soup’s On! 2025
Proceeds go to support neighborhood events such as Fondren Fright, Fourth of July cookout and parade, and more!
Jackson Redevelopment Authority State of the Authority
The State of the Authority event is designed to engage a diverse audience of community leaders, elected officials, & business owners.
Fondren North Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
Fondren North meets on the first Monday of the month at 6 pm at Broadmeadow United Methodist Church.
Midtown Community: The Art of Well-being
Here are the February dates for our ART+YOGA workshops! This month's theme is Inner Worlds: Exploring our emotional landscapes and deepening self-awareness.
Bacchus Ball at Country Club of Jackson
Held every year during Carnival Season, the Bacchus Ball is a way to showcase and celebrate the South’s most legendary holiday while benefiting Mississippi’s only diabetes organization caring for every child, every adult, and every family affected by diabetes.
Go Red for Women: Total Body Fitness
We'll highlight the importance of exercise in preventing heart disease with some wonderful fitness instructors! We might break a sweat, so come in your workout attire!
Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association Meeting
Please join your PTPNA neighbors for our first in-person meeting of the New Year.
JPD Real-Time Command Meeting
Come out and hear directly from the Chief of Police and his command team as they give updates on crime and how it is being addressed in our community.
Georgetown & Mid City Community Cleanup
Georgetown and Mid City, in partnership with Keep Jackson Beautiful, are coming together to beautify our community by cleaning the corridor between Freedom Corner and Lanier Jr. Sr. High School.
2025 MLK Day of Service in South Jackson
Join us on MLK Day Weekend at Crossroads M.B. Church as we clean three target streets highly impacted by illegal dumping: Kingswood Avenue, La Salle Street, and Greenwood Avenue.
Jackson Public Schools Lake Hico Community Forum
Join us for exciting updates on Lake Hico. This is an opportunity to engage and make your voice heard.
C.O.P.S. 4 Meeting
COPS 4 is held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6 pm at Fondren Presbyterian Church.
City of Jackson Solid Waste Division Winter Warm-Up
Help someone stay warm during the cold winter months by donating Winter essentials that inspire a fresh start for the new year.
MLK Weekend at Two Mississippi Museums
Join the Mississippi Department of Archives & History for free admission to the Two Mississippi Museums from Saturday, January 18, through Tuesday, January 21, to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.!
JSU 2024 National Championship Parade
The community event hosted by Rob J and Alice Marie will celebrate the Tigers' monumental victory at the 2024 National HBCU Football Championship and feature a day full of excitement, pride, and collegiate spirit!
Submit an event to JAN’s Community Calendar!
Submit your community event to JAN's Community Calendar. JAN will review your submission to determine if it is appropriate and relevant to our Community Calendar.