The most wonderful list
Light displays, holiday markets, Santa visits, Nutcracker shows, and festive things to do around Jackson this December.
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★ Standouts this week
Strong match
Wed, Dec 09 ·
Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS
CLICK HERE FOR THE SUNKICKS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS TICKETS The Sunkicks: Home for the Holidays LIVE at Thalia Mara Hall on Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Doors: 7:00 PM, Show 7:30 PM All Ages | Cash or card accepted at door.
Tickets available
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Thu, Dec 10 ·
Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum · Jackson, MS
Tickets available
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Tue, Dec 15 ·
The Ellis Theater · Philadelphia, MS
CLICK HERE FOR A JOHN DENVER CHRISTMAS TICKETS Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas LIVE at the Ellis Theater on Tuessday, December 15, 2026. Doors: 6:30 PM, Show: 7:30 PM | The Ellis Theater, Philadelphia, MS All ages
Tickets available
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Thu, Dec 17 ·
Duling Hall · Jackson, MS
Ardenland Christmas Party at Duling Hall on Thursday, December 17, 2026. Party starts at 6:00 PM | Duling Hall, Jackson, MS All ages
Tickets available
Local pick
Strong match
Sun, Dec 20 ·
Duling Hall · Jackson, MS
CLICK HERE FOR ESPERANZA HOLIDAY SHOWCASE TICKETS Esperanza Holiday Showcase LIVE at Duling Hall on Sunday, December 20, 2026. Doors 6:00 PM, Show 7:00 PM | Duling Hall, Jackson, MS All ages
Tickets available
Local planning guide
Happens.city gathers Christmas and holiday events from local venue, community, church, and ticket calendars across Jackson, MS — light displays, markets, tree lightings, Santa meet-and-greets, and Nutcracker performances, all with dates and ticket links.
Drive-through and walkable light displays, holiday markets, and tree lightings are grouped with dates, hours, and locations so you can build a full evening.
Santa visits, children's shows, and all-ages events are kept distinct from 21+ holiday parties, so the plan fits who you're bringing.
Nutcracker and holiday concerts sell out. Listings link to official ticket sources so you can lock in before they're gone.
