Entertainment & Events in Jackson, Tennessee
Special Events
Epilepsy Advocate Program
1770 Highway 45 Bypass
Jackson, TN 38305
You're invited to a program with the Epilepsy Advocate as they share their inspiring personal stories of living with epilepsy. The program also features a presentation from a neurologist with expertise in treating epilepsy. Please call or visit our webiste to register in advance. more
Sponsored By: UCB
Concerts & Performances
Jackson Symphony, The 731-424-6440
207 East Lafayette Street
Jackson, TN 38301
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Art Exhibits
Dickson Gallery of Fine Art, The 731-423-9708
118 East Lafayette Street
Jackson, TN 38301
Downtown Jackson
A multi-cultural art gallery representing emerging, professional, contemporary, folk and fun artists and artisans. more
Festivals & Fairs
Shannon Street Blues & Heritage Festival 731-427-7573
Held Downtown at the Jackson Farmers Market
Thousands of listeners flock to this annual festival to enjoy top local and national blues acts. The Shannon Street Blues Festival also includes a variety of other events such as a barbecue contest and a 5K run. Held in June. moreArcheofest 731-988-5614
460 Ozier Road
Jackson, TN 38366
Pinson Mounds State Archeological Park
Learn about the Native American heritage during this two-day festival held every September in Pinson. Archeofest features a wide array of activities including quillwork, flute making, artifact identification, flint knapping, Indian basketry, dance performances, jewelry making, storytelling, haywagon tours, and weapons demonstrations.African Street Festival 731-422-3973
304 North Hays Avenue
Jackson, TN 38301
Located at the T.R. White Sportsplex
An annual festival, the African Street Festival celebrates the African heritage of West Tennesseans. It features vendors selling a variety of African clothing, arts, crafts, and gourmet foods. Live African dancing and music is also included. Held Labor Day Weekend.Sarasota Blues Festival 731-427-7573
314 East Main Street
Jackson, TN 38301
The first Shannon Street Blues Festival took place in July 1992 at the West Tennessee Farmers Market. It was funded by Jackson Main Street now known as Jackson Downtown Development Corporation. It grew out of research done at the Jackson-Madison County Library into the life of Jacksonian and blues harp pioneer, John Lee "Sonny Boy" Williamson. Some of the performers included Tom Price, Phillip Reynolds, Jack Pearson and William Howse and Memphis juke joint legend The Fieldstones. moreAnnual Shannon St. Blues And Heritage Festiva 731-427-7573
314 East Main Street
Jackson, TN 38301
Held in June, the annual Shannon St. Blues And Heritage Festival offers music, entertainment, dancing, food and more. more
Sporting Events
Annual NAIA Women's Basketball Championship 731-424-NAIA
Oman Arena
Jackson, TN 38305
Held in mid March, this is one of the city's top tourist events. More than 40,000 people attend the week-long tournament. moreWest Tenn Diamond Jaxx, AA Baseball 731-988-JAXX
4 Fun Place
Jackson, TN 38305
Pringles Park
The seventy home game season runs from April through August. You'll also enjoy special promotions such as fireworks, appearances by Jaxx, the huge stuffed mascot, and other family-oriented events. more
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