Jackson Tourism

Peter Pan
2026-03-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | The Ned McWherter West TN Cultural Arts Center, 314 E. Main St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Step into the magic of Neverland with PBSD!
Our dancers are working hard to create a show full of wonder, laughter, and heart. From graceful fairies and mischievous Lost Boys to swashbuckling pirates and soaring adventures, Peter Pan promises an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.
Pat Brown School of Dancing is proud to continue its tradition of presenting high-quality, family-friendly productions that celebrate the creativity and dedication of our students. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a first-time guest, we can’t wait to share this enchanting journey with you.

Layers and Love: Couples Cake Experience
2026-03-28 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 Clean Show
2026-03-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Catbird Studio, 2100 Pleasant Plains Ext, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Enjoy a night of laughter the whole family can feel good about at the Clean Comedy Show at Catbird Studio! Featuring a fantastic lineup from Nashville’s Clean Comedy Collective, this show brings some of the best clean comedians to Jackson for an evening full of fun, lighthearted entertainment.
Perfect for all ages, it’s a great excuse to bring the kids, bring your grandma, and enjoy a night out together.

A Long Form the Ride: Improv Comedy
2026-03-28 20:30 - 21:30 | The Carnegie Center for Arts and History, 305 E. College Street, Jackson, T, 38301, United States
Pushing the limits of improvised creativity, this is a show built around brand new games and long form improv. This is a show unlike any Jackson has seen before, and we hope you’ll come along for the ride!

Donnell Century Farm Spring Festival
2026-03-29 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 18:00 | Donnell Century Farm, 3720 US Highway 70 East, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Celebrate spring with family-friendly fun at the Donnell Century Farm Spring Festivals in Donnell Century Farm! Your ticket gets you one-time entry to a joyful mix of activities including a continuous egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, vibrant tulip fields to explore, live music, baby animals, 20+ attractions, and fun for all ages while blooms last. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the season, make memories, and greet spring on the farm!

Cosmic Mashups
2026-03-31 17:30, 2026-03-31 18:30 | University of Memphis, Lambuth, 299 Maple St., Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Gravity, galaxies, and supermassive black holes, oh, my! How do we find black holes and how do they grow? Find out in this fascinating show!
No entrance fee, free parking in Hyde lot (across from Planetarium on Maple Street). Doors open 15 minutes before showtime. For safety reasons, no seating once IN USE lights are on, and no food or drink in the auditorium.

K-POP WARRIORS - JACKSON, TN
2026-04-02 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:30 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop.
KPOP Warriors: Is a high-energy family show packed with K-Pop–style music, fast choreography, and colorful heroes battling playful villains. Expect nonstop action, fun characters, and an exciting experience for kids and fans of all ages.

Mona Lisa Lanier School of Dance "From The Bottom To The Top"
2026-04-02 19:00 | Carl Perkins Civic Center, 400 South Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States

Cosmic Mashup
2026-04-03 13:30 - 17:00 | UofM Lambuth MD Anderson Planetarium, 299 Maple Street, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301
Gravity, galaxies, and supermassive black holes, oh, my! How do black holes grow? How do we know they’re there? Find out in this fascinating show!
FREE Admission!

Race for the Rest of Us
2026-04-04 08:00 - 10:00 | The AMP, 91 New Market, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Get ready for a race where everyone can win!
Whether you’re in it for fun, fitness, or fabulous costumes, this high-energy event is perfect for all ages and abilities.
Race Options: 👟 0.05 Mile Fun Run 🏃‍♀️ 5K Option
What to Expect:
* Inflatable race fun run
* Music & entertainment
* Plenty of laughs
* Prizes for best costume
Hosted by the Jackson Rotary Club and Jackson Old Hickory Rotary Club, this event is designed to be inclusive, lighthearted, and unforgettable.
Grab your friends, wear your wildest costume, and come race with us—because this one’s truly for everyone!

Boots Blues & Beer
2026-04-04 19:00 - 23:30 | Carl Perkins Civic Center, 400 South Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
The hottest Southern Soul concert in West Tennessee. With Marcellus TheSinger, Cecily Wilborn, K Morris ,and Jake Carter.
Welcome to Boots Blues & Beer! Get ready to enjoy a night filled with great music, cold drinks, and good company at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Join us on April 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Central Time) for a memorable evening. Get your boots and hats alone with your party mode together, this is the event you don’t want to miss. This is going to be the talk of the town.
Only balcony seats will be sold on eventbrite, tables (floor level) must be purchased by calling 901-326-1909! There will be only 20 VIP tables and 30 general tables sold for this event. All tables include 8 tickets. VIP tables are $560, row 1 and row 2, and includes beer and wine! General tables are $400. Because of sponsorship obligations there will not be any outside food or beverages allowed. There will be a cash bar and food vendors on the premises. Tell a friend to tell another friend about Boots Blues & Beer. Thank you for your continued support!

Doubletree - Easter Buffet
2026-04-05 10:30 - 14:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton, 1770 US-45 BYP, Jackson, TN, 38305, United States
Join the Doubletree for a festive Easter Buffet, featuring a variety of seasonal favorites the whole family will enjoy. The buffet will include Honey Baked Ham, Chicken Jerusalem, Roasted Lamb, and Shrimp Cocktail, along with your favorite sides, a fresh salad station, and assorted desserts.
Seating is limited, so be sure to make your reservation early.
Reservations: 731-410-2036
Pricing:
*Adults: $34.99
*Seniors: $24.99
*Children (4–10): $15.99
*Children under 4: Free with a paid adult buffet

CHAOS & CONTROL - Art Reception
2026-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | The NED, 314 East Main Street, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Don’t miss the Art Reception for “CHAOS & CONTROL” by Mary Spellings! This exhibition will be on display in the downstairs gallery April 1st – 30th!

Cosmic Origins Spectrograph
2026-04-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-10 13:30 - 14:30 | 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 | 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.
