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.

C.O.P.S. Meeting
Community policing focuses on proactive problem solving rather than just responding to crime after it happens. The goal is to improve public safety and quality of life.

Belhaven Neighborhood Community Meeting
You’re invited to join us and hear what we’ve been working on and what is to come!

Jackson Mayoral Debate
Join fellow Jacksonians for a debate between the candidates for JXN Mayor.

Jackson Police Department Conflict Resolution Workshop
Develop tools to help you stay calm, compromise, control your anger, and more!

Meet the Candidates 2025 Jackson Mayoral Race
Be engaged, be empowered, and stay tuned for the future of our city!

Jackson Public Schools Job Fair
Whether you’re an experienced educator, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, JPS has opportunities for you!


Comunity-Led Juvenile Justice Convening
The Hinds County Children’s Coalition, in collaboration with Hinds County Youth Court, aims to create a unified platform that addresses the comprehensive needs of children and youth in our community impacted by the juvenile justice system in Hinds County.

Tougaloo Nine Anniversary
Learn about the impact of the Tougaloo Nine during a free gallery talk and flash tour at the Two Mississippi Museums on Saturday, March 29.

JMAC Cultural Arts Fair
Join us for a celebration of culture and womanhood! Enjoy live performances, international cuisine, cultural exhibits, and inspiring tributes to the strength and diversity of women across the world!

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.

Lee Vance Presents Real Conversations Over Dinner
Jackson community figures will have an open and honest dialogue with the youth!

Jackson Indie Music Week 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover new music, meet fellow music lovers, and support Jackson’s local indie music scene.

Georgetown & Mid City Community Cleanup
Georgetown and Mid City, in partnership with Keep Jackson Beautiful, are cleaning up 1046 Woodrow Wilson Avenue, a dumping ground where trash has piled up due to neglect and illegal dumping.


First Tee - Central Mississippi Mini Masters Golf Day
You will not want to miss out on the fun golf activities for kids, door prizes, giveaways, and the opportunity to support a great cause – 20% of sales at EK Home will be donated to First Tee Programs.

Soup, Soap & Salvation
Enjoy mouthwatering soups from local chefs, purchase special gift items and make a real impact on those in need.

2025 Hinds County Sheriff’s Citizen Academy
The goal of the Sheriff’s Citizen Academy is to increase understanding between citizens and the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office and to enhance the relationship with the community.

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.

Working Together Jackson Accountability Session
WTJ leaders will solicit candidates’ commitments to work with us to advance our central agenda of infrastructure, living wage jobs, and contract justice for black businesses.

Miles for Mamas 5K
Join us for our 2nd Miles for Mamas 5K event! This significant event is poised to occur in the heart of downtown Jackson, serving as a celebratory culmination to Black Maternal Health Week 2025!

ZAPP Spring Revitalization at the Jackson Zoo
This is a great opportunity to give back to the community, enjoy the outdoors, and help create a welcoming environment for the animals and visitors.

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.

Jayne Avenue Community Clean-Up
Join us for our Spring 2025 service project! Volunteers needed and service hours available.

2025 Jackson Coffee Festival
Calling all coffee lovers! The Jackson Coffee Festival is an industry trade show and consumer festival dedicated to all things coffee.

2025 Mississippi Makers Fest
MDAH’s Mississippi Makers Fest is a day-long celebration of the state’s rich and diverse music and art.

Hot Diggity Dog 5K Run/Walk
This wonderful event is sponsored by Gallant Hearts, a non-profit organization established to provide well-trained, healthy guide dogs to people who are blind.

Community Resource & Pop-Up Shop Event
Join us for this dynamic event where "shopping meets well-being," and together, we create stronger, healthier, and connected communities!

2025 Black Men’s Health Equity Conference
This annual conference is a powerful platform that explores critical health issues affecting Black men while developing solutions that promote positive health outcomes and well-being.


Crop Drop 2025
JSU’s bi-annual Crop Drop is a community service event where students and staff provide fresh food to the West Jackson community.


March Madness Clean Up
Let’s come together to make our neighborhoods cleaner and greener! Grab your gloves and help us pick up litter, plant flowers, or simply show your support—every hand makes a difference!


Jackson Public Schools Community Schools Forum
JPS invites all families, community members, and partners of the Georgetown community to share ideas and work together to provide services and support that fit scholar’s needs.

Millsaps Mayoral Candidates Forum
Join us for a public forum with Jackson mayoral candidates, co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters (Jackson chapter), Greater Belhaven Foundation, and Millsaps Department of Government and Politics. This event is open to the public.


Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association Meeting
Join us every 3rd Monday of the month!

Can I Live Community Peace Rally
Rally against dropping out, bullying, gun violence, and more!

JXN Food & Wine Festival 2025
JXN Food & Wine is here to celebrate Southern culinary heritage and invest in the restaurant industry’s future workforce!

Black Family Wellness Expo
The Black Family Wellness Expo is a comprehensive community event that promotes holistic wellness within our community.

The Friday Forum at Refill
Another great Friday Forum speaker tomorrow: Mrs. Heather Denne, director of community engagement at Jackson State University. Learn how JSU engages with the Jackson community!

City Council Forum
Meet the candidates and learn about their vision and plans for representing your ward!

Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
The Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at the Jayne Avenue Community Center.

Restorative Community Discussions
Learn about a new Restorative Justice program coming to our city. A light lunch will be served.

Fridays on Farish
Historic street, live music, food, drinks, and good times for just $5! Don’t miss it!

Movies in the Park
This year the Greater Belhaven Foundation is partnering with the Jackson Friends of the Library for the family-friendly outdoor movie, Matilda.

Economic Justice Advocacy Day
Join us at the state capitol for an impactful day advocating for livable wages, welfare reform, workers’ rights, and economic justice in Mississippi.

2025 Jackson Mayoral Candidate Forum
Hear candidates’ plans for the capital city. Remember, your vote matters.

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.

Presidential Hills Neighborhood Association Cleanup Day
Bring weed eaters, gloves, blowers, rakes, etc. Security and snacks will be provided!

Center for Social Entrepreneurship Community Roots Garden Meeting
No experience needed—bring your passion for change!

City of Jackson Pre-Proposal Meeting for Right of Way Contracts
Join us for an upcoming pre-proposal meeting on grass-cutting and right-of-way contracts!

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.

JXN People’s Assembly: What’s Going On?
Join us to discuss what’s happening and the next steps!

Jackson City Council Ward 7 Candidate Forum
Hear from the candidates for Ward 7’s open council seat!


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!

Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods Monthly Meeting
ASJN Is working hard to bring about positive change in South Jackson.
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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.