Jackson, Mississippi, is set to pulse with creativity and community spirit next year as country stars The Band Perry headline the Mississippi Makers Fest. The Mississippi Department of Archives and History has confirmed the exciting news for the 2026 edition, slated for May in downtown Jackson at the Two Mississippi Museums. This free outdoor festival will spotlight local artisans crafting unique works, food vendors serving up Southern flavors, and homegrown musical acts that capture the region’s soulful sound. Heavily sponsored by Blue Cross & Blue Shield, the event is designed to ignite civic pride while drawing visitors to experience Mississippi’s cultural heartbeat firsthand.
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