City of Jackson - Government

06/12/2026

Press Conference 6-12-2026 @ City Hall / City of Jackson, MS

06/12/2026

Join us for Movies in the Park Summer Series, a fun-filled family movie night under the stars! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and the whole family for an evening of entertainment, food trucks, and community fun. Don’t miss this affordable night out for the entire family!

Event Details:
🗓️ June 13th & June 27th

📍Livingston Park
2918 W. Capitol Street
Jackson, MS 39209

⏰ Gates open at 5:00 p.m., and the movie begins at 5:30 p.m.

🎟️ $5 per vehicle (cash only)

Security will be on-site. Food trucks available. Hosted by the Jackson Zoo.

📞Contact us for movie listing and more information at 601-952-8776

06/12/2026

Come join us for the Jackson Rising CleanJXN Corridor Clean Up Series.

We're bringing together residents, churches, schools, businesses, and community organizations to help keep Jackson clean and beautiful. Whether you can give a few hours or join us for multiple cleanup days, we'd love to have you.

Let's work together to take pride in our neighborhoods and make a positive impact in our community.

Sign up to volunteer: https://jacksonms.gov/events/upcoming-events/volunteer/

For more information, please contact Tiara Harding at (601) 960-2363 or [email protected].

06/11/2026

On June 3, 2026, the 60th Anniversary of the James Meredith March Against Fear Commemorative Dinner was held at Char Restaurant in Jackson, MS. Nic Lott, Director of Communications, Office of the Mayor, City of Jackson, MS, served as Master of Ceremonies and presented James Meredith with a key to the city on behalf of Mayor John Horhn. Looking on was Meredith’s trusted caregiver Amanda Taylor. A bust by artist Michelle Drane Smith honoring the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of Meredith was also presented. Special tributes were made by Dr. Flonzie Brown Wright, Reena Evers-Everette, Henry Gallagher, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, Rep. Justin Jones, and Phil Noble. (Photos courtesy of Damien Blaylock)

06/11/2026

Clean Up Jackson and the city are teaming up to reduce flooding as the summer storms approach.

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

Downtown Jackson Partners president says Downtown Jackson is undergoing a revitalization

06/09/2026

Come join us for the Jackson Rising CleanJXN Corridor Clean Up Series.

We're bringing together residents, churches, schools, businesses, and community organizations to help keep Jackson clean and beautiful. Whether you can give a few hours or join us for multiple cleanup days, we'd love to have you.

Let's work together to take pride in our neighborhoods and make a positive impact in our community.

Sign up to volunteer: https://jacksonms.gov/events/upcoming-events/volunteer/

For more information, please contact Tiara Harding at (601) 960-2363 or [email protected].

Corridor Clean Up Series City of Jackson Corridor Clean Up Series Join churches, schools, businesses, and community partners as we work together to create beautiful, safe, and thriving neighborhoods. Hosted by the Jackson Rising Faith-Based Task Force Parish Initiative & Jackson’s Innovation Team....