Jackson Tourism

Cosmic Origins Spectrograph
2026-04-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-10 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | UofM Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium, 299 Maple Street, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301
What can we learn by watching the light from the stars? Maybe more than you think! Join us to learn what starlight can reveal to us in this fascinating planetarium show!
FREE Admission!

The Griot Collective Open Mic Night
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | The Carnegie Center & The TN Legends of Music Museum, 305 East College Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Celebrate National Poetry Month with The Griot Collective of West Tennessee at a special Open Mic Night at the Legends of Tennessee Music Museum in downtown Jackson.
Poets, storytellers, and literature lovers are invited to share original poetry or readings from their favorite poets in a welcoming, creative environment. Winners of the Black History Month Poetry Contest will also be recognized and receive their prizes during the event.
This event is free and open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to attend, participate, and celebrate the power of poetry.
For more information, call 731-234-3143.

Under Armor Championship Series USSSA NIT ($50 Team Entry)
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-12 | West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex, 250 Bancorpsouth Pkwy, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Baseball – USSSA Baseball, AA/OPEN
Event Host: Ryan Blake 731-425-8237

TimeSpace
2026-04-10 15:45 - 16:45 | UofM Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium, 299 Maple Street, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301
From the beginning of time to the time of the dinosaurs, from the past to the future, let your imagination soar through Time and Space with this exciting show!
FREE Admission!

Effectors Opening Reception
2026-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | The Carnegie Center for Arts and History, 305 E. College Street, Jackson, T, 38301, United States
Effectors is a solo exhibition exploring materiality, process, and function. Carter’s practice exists in the space between art, architecture, design, and sound. His sculptures and installations often invite interaction, blurring the line between object, instrument, and environment.
Light snacks and a decaf coffee bar will be available so we hope to see you there!

Spring Wildflower Cake Class
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Layered Bakeshop, 1417 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301-6866, United States
Get ready to bake stunning spring-inspired cakes packed with wildflower vibes and sweet creativity!
Join Chef Tim for a fun and relaxed evening learning to bake beautiful spring wildflower cakes! Whether you’re a beginner or just want to pick up some new decorating tips, this class is perfect for you.
Come ready to get creative and enjoy some tasty treats with fellow cake lovers. Can’t wait to see you there!
All registrations are first-come, first-serve.

One Vision - The Music of Queen
2026-04-11 19:30 | Carl Perkins Civic Center, 400 South Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
A rock symphony for the ages! Join us as The Jackson Symphony teams up with a killer Queen tribute band to bring you the iconic anthems of Freddie Mercury and crew—live, loud, and larger than life. This one’s guaranteed to blow your mind. Produced by Jeans ’n Classics

The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee Presents: A Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month with the Terell Stafford Quartet
2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00 | The Ned McWherter West TN Cultural Arts Center, 314 E. Main St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Terell Stafford, acclaimed trumpet player based in New York, has been hailed as “one of the great players of our time, a fabulous trumpet player” by piano legend McCoy Tyner. Stafford is recognized as an incredibly gifted and versatile player, he combines a deep love of melody with his own brand of spirited and adventurous lyricism. Stafford’s exceptionally expressive and well defined musical talent allows him to dance in and around the rich trumpet tradition of his predecessors while making his own inroads.
Since the mid-1990’s, Stafford has performed with groups such as Benny Golson’s Sextet, McCoy Tyner’s Sextet, Kenny Barron Quintet, Frank Wess Quintet, Jimmy Heath Quintet and Big Band, Jon Faddis Jazz Orchestra, Carnegie Hall Jazz Band and Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Alumni Band. Stafford with the HamiltonClayton Jazz Orchestra, performed on Diana Krall’s GRAMMY nominated From this Moment On (2006). John Clayton invited Stafford to perform with the Clayton Brothers Quintet and Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. Stafford is a member of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra and they were awarded a GRAMMY in 2009 for Best Large Ensemble, Live at the Village Vanguard. Stafford can be heard on over 130 albums including his own, BrotherLee Love, Celebrating Lee Morgan, which received a 47th Annual NAACP Image Award nomination. His most recent album, Family Feeling, is a BCM&D release.
Stafford is the Director of Jazz Studies and Chair of Instrumental Studies at Temple University, founder and band leader of the Terell Stafford Quintet, and Managing and Artistic Director of the Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia (JOP). Stafford is renowned in the jazz world as an educator, performer and leader and has received countless award nominations and accolades.
Terell Stafford was born in Miami and raised in Chicago, Illinois and Silver Spring, Maryland. He received a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Maryland in 1988 and a Masters of Music from Rutgers University in 1993.

Black Holes: the other side of infinity
2026-04-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-17 13:30 - 14:30 | UofM Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium, 299 Maple Street, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301
Impossible to see because gravity is so dense even light can’t escape, black holes are one of the greatest mysteries of the universe. So how do we find them, or study them? Join us to find out!

8 Week Short Form Intensive
2026-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 | The Carnegie Center for Arts and History, 305 E. College Street, Jackson, T, 38301, United States
Have you ever wanted to perform with a team in your very own improv show? This is your chance! Hub City improv is excited to announce an 8 week Short Form Intensive where you’ll learn the games that make up our classic Hub City improv shows. Then, you’ll get a chance to perform in front of a live audience in a Short Form Intensive Showcase June 6th! Spots are limited to 12, so sign up today!

4th Annual First Ladies Luncheon: An Evening Preview
2026-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Jackson Fairgrounds, 800 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
This evening affair will take place the night before the luncheon from 5-7pm on Wednesday April 15, 2026. Preview the beautiful Tablescapes that organizations within West Tennessee have put together for this annual occasion. Mingle with friends and enjoy an evening celebrating the women in our community while sipping wine and enjoying hors d’oeuvres.

13th Annual First Ladies' Luncheon
2026-04-16 11:45 - 13:00 | Jackson Fairgrounds, 800 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
The First Ladies’ Luncheon serves as United Way of West Tennessee’s largest annual fundraising event, drawing over 1,300 guests each year to highlight the incredible work of women in our West Tennessee community. As a TableScapes Event, sponsors purchase and decorate a table, gleaning inspiration from nearly any source imaginable. The 13th Annual First Ladies’ Luncheon will take place at the Jackson Fairgrounds on April 16, 2026, from 11:45am-1pm and will feature Angela Williams, President & CEO of United Way Worldwide.

April Powers (Free Team Entry)
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-19 | West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex, 250 Bancorpsouth Pkwy, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States

43rd Annual Archeofest
2026-04-18 09:00 - 2026-04-19 11:00 | Pinson Mounds, 460 Ozier Rd, Pinson, TN, 38366, United States
This is the 43rd year of the Pinson Mounds Archeofest. Stay tuned for a list of presenters and performers.
Saturday, April 18th: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, April 19th: 11:00am – 5:00pm

420 Hemp Festival
2026-04-18 11:00 - 21:00 | The AMP, 91 New Market, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
OFFICIAL DATE for the 420 Hemp Fest, April 18th at The Amp in Jackson TN! We have big surprises this year! It will be one to remember!

All Nature Sings
2026-04-18 15:00 - 17:00 | First Baptist Church, 1627 N Highland Ave., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Join the Jackson Choral Society for their spring concert “All Nature Sings” on April 18 at 3pm at FBC of Jackson. Come and enjoy a delightful mix of beautiful and humorous music celebrating the natural world around us.
Tickets will be available from singers and at the door – General Admission: $20; Students: $15.

CRAWFEST 2026
2026-04-18 15:00 - 20:00 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Join us for the 9th Annual Crawfest 2026 Presented by Town & Country Realtors! A family-friendly event filled with crawfish, shrimp, and all the fixins’! Enjoy a kids section and good company alongside the best food you’ll ever eat!

Movie Night at the Ballpark
2026-04-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Jackson Rockabillys Stadium, 4 Fun Place, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Free movie night returns to Rockabillys Stadium!
Rookie of the Year—a perfect throwback to kick off baseball season. Claim your spot on the outfield grass or settle into the stands, grab some ballpark snacks from the concession stand, and enjoy a night under the open sky! Admission is FREE! Blankets + chairs welcome. No outside food or beverages permitted.

Deborah Sampson: A Revolution of Her Own
2026-04-21 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-22 09:30 - 10:30 | The Ned McWherter West TN Cultural Arts Center, 314 E. Main St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Step back in time with Deborah Sampson in A Revolution of Her Own, a powerful live performance by Judith Kalaora. Experience the inspiring story of the first woman to fight and be honorably discharged from the American military, followed by a special Q&A session. Join us April 21 or 22 at 9:30 a.m. at The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center in Jackson for this free, immersive living history event that brings the American Revolution to life.

First Friday Art Walk
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Jackson, 314 E Main St, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Shop for local art on East Main Street this May while enjoying food trucks, live music, children’s activities, and more!
Participating businesses include: The Ned, Turntable Coffee Counter, The 906, Smith Oddities, Salem & Sage Studios, & Havners Frame ShopParticipating
Artists include:Coming Soon!
Live Music:Coming Soon!
Food Trucks:Coming Soon!
POP-UP ARTISTS/VENDORS REGISTRATION: https://forms.gle/omkkCSW7iUM8V5HAA
For more information about how to participate or on our future events, visit our website: 731arts.com

Yoga in the Park
2026-04-22 17:30 - 18:30 | Jackson’s Amp at The Market, 91 New Market Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Join us for Yoga at theAMP on Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30 pm. Led by Crystal Brown & Keith Davis, this inclusive event is free and open to all levels of experience.
RSVP: luma.com/yyeumdi4
For a full list of yoga events, visit downtownjacksontn.com/yoga.

The Odd Couple: Female Edition- Preview Party
2026-04-23 18:30 - 21:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Olive and her group of girlfriends are gathered for their weekly Trivial Pursuit night in her messy, chaotic apartment when Florence arrives—fresh off a breakup and completely unraveling. Worried about her, Olive invites Florence to move in… and that’s when things really begin.Olive is laid-back and carefree. Florence is meticulous, anxious, and obsessively clean. What starts as a kind gesture quickly turns into a hilarious clash of personalities that tests their friendship at every turn.When Olive organizes a double date, the tension boils over—and the results are nothing short of comedic chaos.
Preview Party includes:
*Admission to the show
*Open wine & beer bar
*Heavy hors d’oeuvres
*Dessert bar
Tickets for the Preview Party are $50.

Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Put on your blue suede shoes and head to Jackson, Tennessee, home of Carl Perkins, for a Rockabilly weekend that’s sure to rock your socks off.
Presented by Visit Jackson, TN

Sportsplex Spring Championships ($50 Team Entry)
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex, 250 Bancorpsouth Pkwy, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States

Adult Spelling Bee @ Hub City Brewing
2026-04-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Hub City Brewing, 250 West Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
In partnership with Hub City Theater Co. and their production of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, come have a drink and try your hand at spelling! Winner will receive two free tickets to the play!!

Layers and Love: Couples Cake Experience
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Layered Bakeshop, 1417 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN, 38301-6866, United States
Tired of the same old dinner date? Come laugh, decorate, and create something sweet together.
This is not a classroom.It’s date night with frosting.
Your Experience Includes:• Champagne or signature cocktail on arrival
• A fully prepped 6” cake per couple• All decorating tools + step-by-step guidance• Fun couple challenges & lighthearted games• Charcuterie Box for 2• Your finished cake boxed beautifully to take home
No baking skills required. Just bring your person and be ready to have fun.
Come for the frosting.Leave with memories (and cake).

The Little Mermaid
2026-04-24 19:00 - 2026-04-26 14:00 | Carl Perkins Civic Center, 400 South Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Ballet Arts is delighted to present this brand-new retelling of The Little Mermaid, April 24-26, 2026, at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. More information will be available soon.

Advanced tickets will be available for purchase online only in March or at the box office the day of the show. The Little Mermaid will have three performances on Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets go on sale in March!

Select seating is $25 and choice and lower-level floor seating is $30. *

There will also be limited seats available for our exclusive Tea Party option.

The Tea Party will be held before two shows, Saturday, April 25 at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday April 26 at 12:30 p.m. The Tea Party package is $35 plus the price of your selected seat for the show. Total is between $60-$65 each. But don’t delay, as our Tea Party tickets sell out fast! ​ We hope you’ll join us for this enchanting production of The Little Mermaid!

For more information on the performance, or for any questions regarding ticket sales, please call or text (731) 410-7123 or email info@balletartsjackson.org. Advanced ticket sales are online only.
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*Please note: There will be no risers on the lower level for this production. All seats on the lower level will be floor seating.
