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Food, music & culture in Jackson, MS. JXN Welcome Ctr M-F 9a-5p | Submit events: visitjackson.com/events | LOCAL INFO: @mycityjxnms | #citywithsoul

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Your July calendar just filled itself. ☀️🎶

From Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks to concerts, festivals, farmers markets, museum exhibits, and family-friendly fun, there’s something happening all month long in Jackson.

Whether you’re visiting or planning a staycation, we’ve rounded up the can’t-miss events this July.

See the full guide at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #jacksonms #jxn Blue background with white and gold stars announcing July events in Jackson. taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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On the latest Soul Sessions, designer @marysanderscavicchi of @ferrissandcompany shares the stories behind preserving beloved places like Hal & Mal’s and Campbell’s Bakery, restoring historic spaces, and why great design starts with honoring what already exists.

Listen at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #soulsessions #visitjacksonms taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Some musicians play one genre. Tyler Kemp plays them all. 🎹

From indie rock to the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, Tyler’s career is a reminder that Jackson’s music scene is built on creativity, versatility, and a passion for making great music.

Get to know one of the artists helping shape the City’s sound at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #jxnms taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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From handmade pastries and decadent cakes to ice cream, cookies, and sweet Southern classics, Jackson is full of places ready to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or treating yourself after dinner, this guide has your next dessert stop covered.

Read more at the link in bio. And tag your favorite JXN dessert spot in the comments!

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #jxnms taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Looking for your next great read? 📚

From literary classics to contemporary favorites, these books are all set in Mississippi and offer a deeper look at the people, places, and stories that make our state unforgettable.

Build your summer reading list and discover a few titles inspired by the Magnolia State.

Read more at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #mississippiauthor #summerreading Book cover of Jacktown USA by Kamel King with Joe Lee. taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Need a break from the Mississippi heat? Jackson has plenty of ways to cool off, from world-class museums and the Capri Theatre to splash pads, aquariums, and hands-on family fun.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or looking for your next local adventure, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite indoor escapes.

Read more at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #jxnms #citywithsoul Visitors exploring exhibits at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Today, we’re introducing something new! JXN’s Table is a new limited series, hosted by Chef @genolee1 of @bigappleinn In the first episode, Geno sits down with chef Guillermo Salinas of @just.vanilla.bakes to talk about food, culture, and the stories that shape Jackson’s dining scene.

Pull up a chair and listen at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #soulsessions taken in Just Vanilla by @visitjacksonms

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Some places just get it. ☕️🍳

@thebeanms has become a Fondren favorite for good reason. Great coffee, brunch worth lingering over, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer.

If you’re planning a weekend in Jackson, add this one to your list.

📍The Bean Coffee Shop

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #fondren #jxnms #brunch taken in The Bean by @visitjacksonms

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Some of gospel and soul music’s biggest voices have one thing in common—they recorded in Jackson.

From Malaco Records came songs that shaped generations and helped put Mississippi music on the map. Its legacy continues to influence artists and listeners around the world.

Discover the story behind one of Jackson’s most legendary recording studios at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #malacorecords #mississippimusic A Mississippi Blues Trail marker honoring the legacy of Malaco Records in Jackson. taken in Malaco records by @visitjacksonms

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if you’re in #jacksonms and haven’t heard about @jxnrunclub, you are missing out!

every sunday at 8 am, over 100+ people come together at @lefleursbluffms park and the @museumtrail to create a safe space for all paces, not just #running. it doesn’t matter if you walk, skip, or jog; EVERY PACE IS LEGAL!

this club is the true definition of uniting #community and #fitness in Jackson.

if you’re seeing this video, this is your sign to join us next sunday! 🤞🏾 taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Music. Movement. Martial arts.

Capoeira is unlike anything you’ve seen before, blending dance, rhythm, and athleticism into one unforgettable performance.

Learn more about this incredible Brazilian tradition before it comes to Jackson for the National Folk Festival this November.

Read more at the link in bio and follow @nffjackson for Folk Fest updates.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #nationalfolkfestival #jxnms taken in Jackson, Mississippi by @visitjacksonms

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Broadway doesn’t come to a city by accident. 🎭

On the latest Soul Sessions, Joe Kosin of Innovation Arts & Entertainment shares what it takes to bring national tours to Jackson, why Thalia Mara Hall’s reopening is such a big deal, and how community support can help bring even bigger productions in the future.

Listen at the link in bio.

#visitjackson #citywithsoul #broadwayinjackson #soulsessions taken in Thalia Mara Hall by @visitjacksonms

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