Ladies Night Out Sip N Shop
2025-12-04 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Century Farm Winery, 1548 Lower Brownsville Rd., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Grab your girlfriends for a fun girl’s night out Christmas shopping!
*Food Truck*Cash Bar*
Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate to the Dream Center for Children.
**If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact events@cfwinery.com

Holiday Arts Social
2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:00 | The Carnegie Center for Arts and History, 305 E. College Street, Jackson, T, 38301, United States
SAVE THE DATE On December 4th for the 4th Annual Holiday Arts Social at The Ned Upstairs Gallery!! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, visiting with local artists and arts supporters, and shopping for local art.

Dynamix Hoopfest
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-06 | TN
Get ready for Dynamix Hoopfest, a premier basketball showcase bringing together top high school and middle school teams from across Tennessee!
This event offers top-tier competition, player exposure, and an unforgettable experience. Best of all, participation is free for teams!

Jackson's Hub City Flea Market
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-07 | Jackson Fairgrounds, 800 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Discover an incredible variety of vendors at Jackson’s Hub City Flea Market, held every first Friday to Sunday of the month!
Browse collectibles, antiques, trendy finds, and hidden treasures while enjoying live music and delicious offerings from food trucks. Whether you’re searching for unique gifts or just looking for a fun day out, this event has something for everyone.
Dates and Times:
December 5 – 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
December 6 – 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
December 7 – 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

First Fridays
2025-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Jackson, 314 E Main St, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Join us for a festive First Fridays in downtown Jackson on Friday, December 5th! Spend the evening shopping late, enjoying seasonal food and drinks, and taking in the holiday atmosphere. Carriage rides will be available for ten dollars per person with a twenty-minute downtown route, loading and unloading at the LOCAL. Each carriage seats six and rides are first come first served. Check in early, then explore downtown until your ride is ready.
Visit downtownjacksontn.com/fridays for a full schedule of events + businesses open late.

Lambuth Neighborhood Holiday Home Tour
2025-12-05 17:00 - 2025-12-06 11:00 | TN
LANA Holiday Home Tour: Home for the Holidays – Where neighbors open their doors and hearts for the holidays.
Dates & Times

Friday, December 5 • 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Lighting of Campbell Lake will also take place this evening!
Saturday, December 6 • 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Ticket Info

General Admission: $20 per person
Kids 4 & under: Free
Your ticket is valid for any time the tour is open — no need to pick a specific time slot.
Please use an email address you check regularly — maps, home details, and updates will be sent directly to you!

Support Community & Tradition
Proceeds from this event benefit the Lambuth Area Neighborhood Association (LANA) — a volunteer-led group dedicated to celebrating Jackson’s history, preserving the beauty of our homes, and fostering a strong sense of community.
By joining the Holiday Home Tour, you’re helping keep this holiday tradition alive and supporting efforts that make our historic district a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy — during the holidays and all year long.

What to Expect Step inside EIGHT beautifully decorated homes in the LANA district, where neighbors open their doors to share holiday traditions and the joy of community. From twinkling lights to festive décor, you’ll experience the warmth and wonder of the holidays while “Home for the Holidays.” On Friday evening, enjoy an extra sparkle with the Lighting of Campbell Lake.

A Few Notes

Tickets are good for either Friday evening or Saturday daytime hours
Comfortable shoes recommended for moving between homes
House Locations: To be Announced Dec. 3rd on lanatn.com

✨ Celebrate the magic of the season, discover the beauty of Jackson’s historic community, and join us as we come Home for the Holidays together.

THE POLAR EXPRESS AT TRAIN MUSEUM
2025-12-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Brooks Shaw & Son Old Country Store, 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, T, 38305, United States

A Christmas Carol: Scrooge
2025-12-05 19:30 - 2025-12-13 19:30 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Mark your calendars for December 5–13 and step into the world of Charles Dickens’ unforgettable holiday classic. This beloved story has captured hearts for generations — a timeless tale of redemption, compassion, and the true spirit of Christmas. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a magical journey through Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, as he discovers that it’s never too late to change a life — even his own. A Christmas Carol: Scrooge is a story that continues to remind us of what it means to give, to forgive, and to find joy once again. From the flicker of candlelight to the echo of carolers in the night, this production will transport audiences to a world where hope is reborn and hearts are renewed.
Preview Party: December 4 at 6:30 PM-9:30PM
Performances run December 5–13 at the Ned McWherter West TN Cultural Arts Center.
On Saturday Dec 6th and Dec 13th there will be a MATINEE show 2PM-4PM and NIGHT show 7:30PM-9:30PM
Sunday Dec 7th MATINEE show 2-4PM
Tickets go on sale soon! Be the first to know when they’re available—sign up for our mailing list at www.jtgonline.com

Christmas at the Walk
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Jackson Walk, 102 Jackson Walk Plaza, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Join us for a Christmas shopping extravaganza hosted by all of us located at the Jackson Walk and featuring artisan vendors. Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while supporting some of your favorite local brands.

Good Tidings Market
2025-12-06 12:00 | West TN Farmers Market, 91 New Market St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
This event is an opportunity for local non-profit organizations to raise money to help support their respective efforts by selling or offering items in exchange for suggested donations. It is also a wonderful chance for members of the community to find unique gifts, decorations, keepsakes, and/or artwork for the holiday season while giving to worthwhile causes!
Registration is open to non-profit organizations and community groups free of charge and with no vendor fees. Non-profit organizations can visit our Communications and Engagement website under the Government tab at https://jacksontn.gov and select the “Good Tidings Market Registration” button to register.
Stall and setup for participating organizations will begin at 11:00 AM.
For more information, contact City of Jackson, TN Community Relations Director Christiana Gallagher at CGallagher@JacksonTN.gov.

A Christmas Story
2025-12-12 19:00 - 2025-12-14 14:00 | Blankenship Theater, 232 McCellan Rd, Jackson, 38305, United States
Humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher, and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll shoot your eye out!” All the elements from the beloved motion picture are here, including the family’s temperamental exploding furnace; Scut Farkas, the school bully; the boys’ experiment with a wet tongue on a cold lamppost; the Little Orphan Annie decoder pin; Ralphie’s father winning a lamp shaped like a woman’s leg in a net stocking; Ralphie’s fantasy scenarios and more. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial.

Medal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
2025-12-13 08:30 | North Park, 689 Cooper Anderson Rd #551, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Don’t miss the Medal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon!
This scenic, paved out-and-back race offers distances ranging from 1M to a Half Marathon. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the race (no on-site registration). All finishers will receive a themed medal, and costumes are encouraged, with a best costume award given at the start. The course has a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Parking is available near the tennis courts, and the starting line is next to the playground. Register now on RunSignup! For more details, visit usroadrunning.com.

BRUNCH WITH MRS. CLAUS
2025-12-13 09:30 - 11:00 | Old Country Store, 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States

The 10th Annual LOLO Christmas Show
2025-12-13 11:00 - 2025-12-14 11:00 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
The LOLO Christmas Show and Gospel Brunch is an annual event, held at Hub City Brewing in Historic Downtown Jackson, TN, to benefit RIFA’s Snack Backpack ministry. LOLO is a Grammy-nominated recording artist and Broadway veteran who was born and raised in Jackson. The event originated because of LOLO’s heart for her hometown and its children in need.
This year’s 10th annual LOLO Christmas Show and Gospel Brunch will be three shows in one weekend. Saturday morning, December 13th and Sunday morning, December 14th, the Gospel Brunch performances will begin serving food at 11AM and the live show will begin at 12:00PM. The Gospel Brunch performance is full of holiday spirit, praise and worship! The Brunch events also feature a raffle, silent auction, and a live auction. In addition to performances by LOLO, many other artists make guest appearances.
Saturday night, December 13th, the ‘Not So Silent Night’ evening performance will be a general admission ticket with limited seating and rock n’ roll Christmas songs that will make you wanna deck the halls and dance the night away!
The LOLO Christmas Show events are open to people of all ages.
The Snack Backpack ministry fights childhood food insecurity by providing consistent access to food on the weekends to Jackson-Madison County’s elementary school students. Through the ministry, children who depend on free school breakfasts and lunches receive a Snack Backpack to take home each Friday. Each week, 1,000 students throughout the county receive a Snack Backpack from RIFA.

Stargazing at Pinson Mounds
2025-12-13 21:00 - 22:30 | Pinson Mounds, 460 Ozier Rd, Pinson, TN, 38366, United States
Come on out to experience the night sky in the same manner the Indigenous people of Pinson would have. Join the Rangers of Pinson Mounds to learn about stargazing practices during the Woodland period and how it helped to shape the construction of the Pinson Mound Complex.
After a brief presentation by the Rangers, we will take time to relax under the stars!
This program is fee based. The cost is $5 per participants.
You will need to bring: A picnic blanket or lawn chair, Weather appropriate clothing (It may be cold!) A bottle of water or warm drink. A positive attitude!
Participation in this program comes with some perks! Hot chocolate will be available during the program! We will be offering a 15% off on select items from the Gift shop that relate to the theme of the program!

2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Run
2025-12-14 15:00 | Fleet Feet, Jackson, TN, 398 Oil Well Rd, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Hooray! We are doing it again this year! Join us for our annual Ugly Sweater 5K and 1 Miler, all to benefit the Jackson Animal Care Center. The run will be free, but we’ll be taking donations for JACC. Wear your ugliest sweater to win a free pair of tennis shoes, get your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus, try out a pair of demo Hoka, the activities are endless! Mark your calendar and plan to join us. We’re excited to have you there!

Suede & Blue Christmas Party and Opening Reception
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Carnegie Center for Arts and History, 305 E. College Street, Jackson, T, 38301, United States
The Carnegie Center for Arts and History presents Suede & Blue Christmas!
Join us for our annual Christmas Party and Opening Reception featuring festive cheer, hot chocolate, light hors d’oeuvres, and community.

A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail
2025-12-20 14:00 - 18:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Enjoy the holiday season with this whimsical Christmas musical featuring your favorite puppets from Winnie-the-Pooh. There will be free Christmas present books, crafts, light snacks and cozy drinks available before and after the show! Donations will be accepted to benefit the Imagination Library.
There will be 2 shows, 2pm and 6pm.

SANTA VISIT AT OLD COUNTRY STORE
2025-12-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Brooks Shaw & Son Old Country Store, 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, T, 38305, United States

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
2025-12-21 18:30 - 20:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Jackson. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at The Ned under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Sunday December 21st 6:30pm
Performers

Listeso String Quartet – Jackson, TN

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
2025-12-21 20:45 - 22:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Jackson. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at The Ned under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Sunday December 21st 8:45pm
Performers

Listeso String Quartet – Jackson, TN

41ST CHRISTMAS EVE BREAKFAST
2025-12-24 05:30 - 14:00 | Brooks Shaw & Son Old Country Store, 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, T, 38305, United States

Free Show at Hub City Brewing
2025-12-27 20:30 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Keep the holiday festivities going with a FREE show with Music by Kota!
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:30 PM

2025 Dream Builders New Year's Eve Party & Lip Sync Battle
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 00:30 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Step into the spotlight and ring in 2026 with a Hollywood Glamour–themed evening! Join Habitat for Humanity Jackson for an unforgettable night featuring exciting Lip Sync Battles, a DJ spinning your favorite hits, guest awards, a champagne toast at midnight, a spectacular balloon drop, and fireworks to light up the night sky.
There is no dress code required but come red carpet ready and enjoy the glamour of the evening at your own style. This annual event is one of the community’s highlights of the year—bringing friends, families, and supporters together to celebrate and support Habitat’s mission of building homes, communities, and hope.

Black Tie and Boxing
2026-01-10 17:00 | Jackson Fairgrounds, 800 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Step into an unforgettable night of excitement, elegance, and impact!Join us for Black Tie and Boxing Presented by Leaders Credit Union on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the Jackson Fairgrounds.Enjoy a thrilling evening of live boxing matches paired with a formal black-tie atmosphere, complete with great food, lively entertainment, and opportunities to support the mission of The STAR Center. Whether you’re here for the sport, the style, or the cause, it’s an event you won’t want to miss.Tickets & Tables: Coming soonDress to impress, cheer for your favorites, and help us make a difference!

All Things Considered
2026-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Come see the new art exhibition, in The Ned’s downstairs gallery, “ALL THINGS CONSIDERED,” by Abby Wolfzorn
This exhibit will be on display through the month of January. Don’t miss the reception! January 13, from 5pm to 7pm!

UofM Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium: Seeing
2026-01-13 17:30, 2026-01-16 13:30 | University of Memphis, Lambuth, 299 Maple St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
How do we see the light from the stars? Explore the journey with this exciting new show!

Weekly Music Events
2026-01-14 - 2026-01-20 | TN
Enjoy live music throughout the week in Jackson and West Tennessee!
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WEDNESDAY – JANUARY 14th
Piano After Work, The Blacksmith, 4:00, Jackson
Michael Mayes, Doe’s Eat Place, 5:00, Jackson
Holy Smokes Duo, Mulligan’s, 7:00, Jackson
Karaoke (w/ ATL Karaoke), The Downtown Tavern, 7:00, Jackson
Kickin’ It w/ Karleigh, The Tap, 8:30, Jackson

THURSDAY – JANUARY 15th
Piano After Work, The Blacksmith, 4:00, Jackson
Open Mic (w/ Adam Johnson), Baker Bros. BBQ, 6:30, Jackson
Open Jam (w/ Justin White), The Downtown Tavern, 7:00, Jackson
Singo (w/ Barry Summer), Hub City Brewing, 7:00, Jackson
Johnny Mac, Blues Landing, 7:00, Buchanan
Karaoke (w/ DJ Chuck Gee), Cadillacs, 7:00, Martin
Karaoke (w/ ATL Karaoke), The Tap, 9:30, Jackson

FRIDAY – JANUARY 16th
Piano After Work, The Blacksmith, 4:00, Jackson
Cross + Wren, Main & Monroe, 5:30, Lexington
Cool Daddy Trio, The Blacksmith, 6:00, Jackson
David Thomas & Bobby Stokely, Tekila, 6:00, Jackson
Smooth Jazz & Randy Fisher, The Blacksmith, 6:00, Dyersburg
Dusty Strings, Loaded Spud, 6:00, Lexington
Live Music, Freddy T’s Dining Room, 6:00, Counce
Keegan & Grant, Baker Bros. BBQ, 6:30, Jackson
Beast and the Beauty, Mulligan’s, 7:00, Jackson
Haleigh Martin, Blues Landing, 7:00, Buchanan
Karaoke (w/ ATL Karaoke), Red Dog Bar & Grill, 7:00, Jackson
Karaoke and DJ (w/ Musical Mayhem), The SPOT Eatery, 7:00, Bells
Karaoke, Southern State, 7:00, South Fulton
Holy Smokes Trio, Elks Lodge #192, 7:30, Jackson
Kelso Mojo, Redbone’s, 8:00, Jackson
Jordan Skoda & the Damwrights, Scott’s Pizza and Kitchen, 8:00, Trenton
Mayce Mitchell, Mojo’s, 8:00, Dyersburg
Karaoke (w/ DJ Chuck Gee), Rotten’s Bar & Grill, 8:00, Dresden
Karaoke, Busby’s Bar & Grill, 8:00, Jackson
Karaoke, Darlin’s, 8:00, Sharon
Karaoke, Hub City Brewing, 8:30, Jackson
Karaoke (w/ Debbie Honey), Ricochet Bar, 9:00, Jackson
Karaoke (w/ Kobra Karaoke), The Ponds, 9:00, Jackson
Lindsey Russell w/ Brandon Kirk, The Downtown Tavern, 9:00, Jackson
Bryan Moffitt & Will Young, The Tap, 9:00, Jackson

SATURDAY – JANUARY 17th
Karaoke (w/ Marty Harvey), Hope Cafe, 11:00, Jackson
David Thomas & Bobby Stokely, Livingston’s Soda Fountain and Grill, 11:30, Brownsville
JustUs, Crown Winery, 1:00, Humboldt
Lindsey Russell, Square Tavern, 3:00, Trenton
Dreams Renewed 2026 With Diamond Rio, The Jackson Fairgrounds, 5:30, Jackson
Live Music, The Blacksmith, 6:00, Jackson
Chelsea Rhodes, Main & Monroe, 6:00, Lexington
Jason Vales, Simon’s on the Square, 6:00, Bolivar
Dusty Strings, McKenzie Tap and Grill, 6:00, McKenzie
Cross + Wren, Doe’s Eat Place, 7:00, Jackson
Holy Smokes Trio, Freddy T’s Rooftop, 7:00, Counce
Effron White w/ Lauren Blaine, The Mic Stand Bar & Grill, 7:00, Huntingdon
24-Seven, Blues Landing, 7:00, Buchanan
A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., The Ned, 7:00, Jackson
Double Edge, Community Center, 7:00, Reagan
The Country Connection Band, Bootsie’s Barn Dance, 7:00, Gadsden
Karaoke (w/ ATL Karaoke), Art’s Lounge, 7:00, Jackson
Live Music, Redbone’s, 8:00, Jackson
Hunt Pearson Band, 3 Way Hawg Bar, 8:00, Counce
Nick Bentley, Mojo’s, 8:00, Dyersburg
The Underdogs, Southern State, 8:00, South Fulton
Karaoke (w/ Debbie Honey), The City Limits Bar, 8:00, Trenton
Karaoke (w/ Bobby & Laurie), Hales Water N Hole, 8:00, Ridgley
Karaoke (w/ DJ Chuck Gee), MT Bottles, 8:00, Trezevant
Karaoke (w/ Kobra Karaoke), The Ponds, 9:00, Medon
Karaoke, Ricochet Bar, 9:00, Jackson
SG and The Hard Times, Bub’s Place, 9:00, Dyersburg
The Southbound Ramblers, The Pine Ridge Club, 9:00, Medon
Tyler Coker and The Night Shift, Slide and Ride Rodeo, 9:00, Jackson
Still House Band, The Tap, 9:00, Jackson
Live Music, The Downtown Tavern, 9:00, Jackson

SUNDAY – JANUARY 18th
Live Music, Crown Winery, 1:00, Humboldt
DJ Leslie, The Tap, 9:30, Jackson

MONDAY – JANUARY 19th
Live Music, VFW on Airways, 7:00, Jackson

TUESDAY – JANUARY 20th
Lindsey Russell, Doe’s Eat Place, 6:00, Jackson
Karaoke (w/ ATL Karaoke), JT’s Sports Bar & Patio, 7:00, Jackson
The Country Connection Band, Bootsie’s Barn Dance, 7:00, Gadsden

Jackson State Community College Women’s Basketball vs. Williams Baptist JV | 5PM
2026-01-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Jackson State Community College, 2046 N Parkway, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Jackson State Community College Women’s Basketball takes on Williams Baptist JV at 5PM at Jackson State Community College Gymnasium.
It’s a great opportunity to experience the excitement of collegiate sports in our community!
