Community Calendar
Welcome to the JAN Community Calendar! This calendar is a list of community-led events and neighborhood meetings in the city of Jackson, Mississippi. For an extensive list of major festivals and events happening in Jackson, see Visit Jackson’s event calendar. Is your neighborhood organization hosting an event soon? Submit your information for possible inclusion on the Community Calendar here.
C.O.P.S. Meeting
Community policing focuses on proactive problem solving rather than just responding to crime after it happens. The goal is to improve public safety and quality of life.
Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
The Jayne Avenue Neighborhood Association meets on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting
The Georgetown Community Neighborhood Association meets on the 3rd Monday of each month.
Unity in Action: Shady Oaks • Dalehaven • High School Park • Plymouth Heights Neighborhood Association Meeting
The Shady Oaks, Dalehaven, Plymouth Heights, and High School Park neighborhoods meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Jackson Police Department Conflict Resolution Workshop
Develop tools to help you stay calm, compromise, control your anger, and more!
Hump Day Series at Smith Park
The event will feature live music by members of the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, food trucks, and a real camel named Frank!
Brookleigh Homeowners Association Quarterly Meetings: In-Person or Zoom
The Brookleigh Homeowners Association meets during the last month of each quarter on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Clean Streets Ahead: A Fundraiser for Clean Up Jackson
This will be an unforgettable night as we help raise money for Clean Up Jackson!
2025 Jackson Coffee Festival
Calling all coffee lovers! The Jackson Coffee Festival is an industry trade show and consumer festival dedicated to all things coffee.
2025 Mississippi Makers Fest
MDAH’s Mississippi Makers Fest is a day-long celebration of the state’s rich and diverse music and art.
Mid City Community Meeting
Join us as we work to build a sustainable neighborhood association.
Hot Diggity Dog 5K Run/Walk
This wonderful event is sponsored by Gallant Hearts, a non-profit organization established to provide well-trained, healthy guide dogs to people who are blind.
2025 Jayne Avenue Mother’s Day Celebration Brunch
Celebrating the mothers in our communities! Daughters are invited to bring their mothers for an inspiring networking brunch featuring keynote speaker Hinds County Chancery Court Judge Tametrice E. Hodges-Linzey.
VFW Post 9832 Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run/Walk/Ruck March
You are welcome to run, walk, or ruck march for 5K or 1 mile in honor of our comrades and our fallen but not forgotten brothers and sisters who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Jackson Fire Department Kids Academy 2025
Join us for two weeks of fun, learning, and adventure! Kids will explore the exciting world of firefighting, meet real firefighters, and learn important safety skills in a hands-on fun-filled environment.
Community Resource & Pop-Up Shop Event
Join us for this dynamic event where "shopping meets well-being," and together, we create stronger, healthier, and connected communities!
2025 Black Men’s Health Equity Conference
This annual conference is a powerful platform that explores critical health issues affecting Black men while developing solutions that promote positive health outcomes and well-being.
Jayne Avenue Spring Community Clean-Up 2025
Join us for our Spring 2025 Community Clean-Up as we prepare for our annual Mother's Day Brunch.
Sustainable Safari: Earth Day 2025
The City of Jackson Solid Waste Division and the Jackson Zoo are excited to present Sustainable Safari: Earth Day 2025, a fun-filled and educational event for the whole family!
Alta Woods Cleanup Day
Join Keep Jackson Beautiful in the Greatest American Cleanups for April.
Unity in Action Neighborhood Cleanup
Calling Dalehaven, High School Park, Plymouth Heights, and Shady Oaks!
Earth Day 2025: Downtown Community Clean-Up Event
Volunteers will prep flower beds with fresh soil and plant trees, shrubs, and annual flowers for the season.
City of Jackson Department of Park and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt
The City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Programming Division is hosting its Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19.
Agape Christian Fellowship Church Community Fun Day
Mechanical bull, egg hunt, interactive activities, games, food, and FELLOWSHIP!
Willie Morris Library Easter Party
Join us for a light breakfast, arts and crafts, egg hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and free snow cones.
Q & A with Ward 6 Candidates
Hear from Ward 6 candidates Lashia Brown-Thomas and Emon Thompson.
Community Health Fair
Glucose screenings, blood pressure screenings, Hepatitis C screenings, WIC services, mental health assistance, and more!
Waste to Wellness Environmental Chat & Chew
The City of Jackson Solid Waste Division, in partnership with Jackson State University Department of Urban and Regional Planning, will host its first Waste to Wellness EnvironMENTAL Chat & Chew! Listen in on conversations among highly experienced panelists on environment-focused topics.
Free Oral Cancer Screenings & HPV Vaccine at Jackson Medical Mall
Get screened. Get protected.
Capitol Police Meet & Greet
Panelists will discuss Capitol Police roles, CCID Court, collaboration with local agencies, and more!
City of Jackson Innovation Team Open House
Learn how the Innovation Team is working to build resilient, thriving communities in Jackson through the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative in partnership with Johns Hopkins University.
2025 South Jackson Parade and Festival
The purpose of the parade and festival is to allow government, businesses, schools, churches, and residents to get to know each other on a more personal level. It is also an opportunity to join forces to reduce crime and enjoy a day of fun-filled family events.
ZAPP Spring Revitalization at the Jackson Zoo
This is a great opportunity to give back to the community, enjoy the outdoors, and help create a welcoming environment for the animals and visitors.
Miles for Mamas 5K
Join us for our 2nd Miles for Mamas 5K event! This significant event is poised to occur in the heart of downtown Jackson, serving as a celebratory culmination to Black Maternal Health Week 2025!
City of Jackson Roll-Off Dumpster Day
Residents may bring all household furniture, small appliances and accessories for disposal; however, tires, chemicals and gas tanks are not accepted in Roll-Off Dumpster program.
Friday on Farish
Get ready for a night of unforgettable entertainment at Friday on Farish! Get ready to dance, sing, and vibe out!
Walk Around the Mall at the Jackson Medical Mall
In celebration of National Public Health Week, the Jackson Medical Mall is hosting Walk Around the Mall!
Working Together Jackson Accountability Session
WTJ leaders will solicit candidates’ commitments to work with us to advance our central agenda of infrastructure, living wage jobs, and contract justice for black businesses.
JAN “Levels to This” Game Night
Through interactive gameplay, participants will explore how government works, why voting matters, and how we can shape our communities.
Taste of Mississippi 2025
Taste of Mississippi is a tasting event that offers culinary delights from fabulous area restaurants and beverages from local distributors. All proceeds from Taste of Mississippi benefit Stewpot Community Services.
2025 Hinds County Sheriff’s Citizen Academy
The goal of the Sheriff’s Citizen Academy is to increase understanding between citizens and the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office and to enhance the relationship with the community.
Soup, Soap & Salvation
Enjoy mouthwatering soups from local chefs, purchase special gift items and make a real impact on those in need.
Lee Vance Presents Real Conversations Over Dinner
Jackson community figures will have an open and honest dialogue with the youth!
First Tee - Central Mississippi Mini Masters Golf Day
You will not want to miss out on the fun golf activities for kids, door prizes, giveaways, and the opportunity to support a great cause – 20% of sales at EK Home will be donated to First Tee Programs.
Easter Egg Hunt at the Jackson Zoo
Numerous activities and attractions will be available, such as music, space jumps, food trucks, and a car show.
Submit an event to JAN’s Community Calendar!
Submit your community event to JAN's Community Calendar. JAN will review your submission to determine if it is appropriate and relevant to our Community Calendar.