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Upcoming Events

04/24/25-04/27/25
Dixie Challenge
Kirk Fordice Equine Center

04/29/25
Central Mississippi Employment Expo
Begins:
9:00 am, April 29, 2025
Ends:
1:00 pm, April 29, 2025

Mississippi Trade Mart
1200 Mississippi Street
Jackson, MS

Cost: $175 per company
Price includes: 1 table, 2 chairs, 2 lunches, website & brochure listings

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05/01/25
Mississippi National Day of Prayer
Mississippi Coliseum

05/09/25
Florence High School Graduation
Mississippi Coliseum

05/10/25
Jackson Coffee Festival
Sat May 10, 2025 (9am-4pm)
Southern roasters have perfected the art of the dark roast. Much of Americas coffee arrives through southern ports. Southern chefs have explored the nuanced use of coffee flavors. Great coffee innovators have developed new brewing techniques, new tools and new recipes to try. All will be meeting in Jackson to share their coffee insights and experiences with you.

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05/12/25
Brandon High School
Mississippi Coliseum

05/13/25
Northwest Rankin High School Graduation
Mississippi Coliseum

05/15/25
Pearl High School Graduation
Mississippi Coliseum

05/17/25
Madison Central, Germantown Ridgeland High School Graduations
Mississippi Coliseum

05/20/25
Hinds County School District Graduation
Mississippi Coliseum

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05/23/25
UMMC Commencement
Mississippi Coliseum

05/27/25-05/28/25
Jackson Public Schools Graduation
Mississippi Coliseum

06/05/25-06/06/25
Mississippi Market Wholesale Show
The Mississippi Market Wholesale Show is a two-day show open to credentialed buyers and retailers from Mississippi and surrounding states. The Market is FREE of charge. This show is not open to the general public.

The Market will include over 150 booths of wholesalers, including artisans, brands and manufacturers. Buyers will be able to see and order gifts, jewelry, specialty apparel, pottery, decorative accessories, gourmet foods, garden accessories, personal accessories, art and framed art, linens, bath care products, aromatherapy products, candles, gourmet coffees and teas, childrens accessories, specialty furniture, stores supplies such as gift wrap, services used by retailers or exhibitors and more.

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06/21/25-06/22/25
MS Comic Con
Mississippi Comic Convention is a three-day event being held at the Mississippi Trade Mart (1200 Mississippi St, Jackson, MS 39202) and will bring together a diverse list of guests, vendors, artists, and fan groups, in an affordable, family-friendly environment. Would you like to be a vendor, a volunteer, host a panel or bring your fan group? Click below to find the application you need!

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08/13/25-08/17/25
Bayou Gold Barrel Race
Equine Center

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About the Fairgrounds

The Mississippi Fairgrounds Complex covers over 105 acres and hosts more than 700 events per year. With various facilities for exhibitions, trade and consumer shows, you will find all the elements to make a truly successful event, along with Mississippi’s tradition of hospitality. The complex is an integral part of beautiful downtown Jackson, where the charm of the old and new South blends to form a modern city with a wealth of activities and cultural attractions. The Fairgrounds Complex is truly one of the South’s most inviting locations for practically any attraction or event.

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Coliseum

This modern facility is an all-season arena with large capacity seating. The seating arrangement is one of its most versatile features where a crowd of 6,500 can view a rodeo, monster truck show or ice show. Up to 3,500 temporary seats are available for concerts.

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Coliseum

This modern facility is an all-season arena with large capacity seating. The seating arrangement is one of its most versatile features where a crowd of 6,500 can view a rodeo, monster truck show or ice show. Up to 3,500 temporary seats are available for concerts.

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Trade Mart

The Mississippi Trade Mart has a size of 110,000 sf. There is 63,000 sf. of column-free space that can be divided into three trade halls. The three trade halls can be configured to provide a seamless connection to the Coliseum’s 26,000 sf. arena floor, allowing for larger trade shows and events than possible in the current facility. There is also 2,500 sf. commercial kitchen with a service corridor and a lobby that features two cafes as well as a reception area for smaller events.

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Trade Mart

The Mississippi Trade Mart has a size of 110,000 sf. There is 63,000 sf. of column-free space that can be divided into three trade halls. The three trade halls can be configured to provide a seamless connection to the Coliseum’s 26,000 sf. arena floor, allowing for larger trade shows and events than possible in the current facility. There is also 2,500 sf. commercial kitchen with a service corridor and a lobby that features two cafes as well as a reception area for smaller events.

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Equine Center

The Equine Center is completely temperature controlled. The arena dirt floor is 260′ x 120′. There are 2,500 chair back seats and the facility is equipped with sound system and scoreboard. Stalls, pens, and exercise area are adjacent to the Equine Center.

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Equine Center

The Equine Center is completely temperature controlled. The arena dirt floor is 260′ x 120′. There are 2,500 chair back seats and the facility is equipped with sound system and scoreboard. Stalls, pens, and exercise area are adjacent to the Equine Center.

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Livestock Facilities

The Livestock Facilities are made up of multiple barns for small and large animal events. The facilities host a livestock Judging Arena, a Sales Arena, and Show Barns. Also, available in the barns is an indoor and outdoor wash rack, dairy parlor, and promoter office. This building is used for various horse shows, livestock competitions, and sales of all types.

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Livestock Facilities

The Livestock Facilities are made up of multiple barns for small and large animal events. The facilities host a livestock Judging Arena, a Sales Arena, and Show Barns. Also, available in the barns is an indoor and outdoor wash rack, dairy parlor, and promoter office. This building is used for various horse shows, livestock competitions, and sales of all types.

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