🎶 Performances we won’t forget 🎶
From the first note to the last song, every performance brought something special to the stage and made Mississippi Makers Fest unforgettable.
A huge thank you to all of our incredible artists for sharing their talent and energy with us.
This is what it’s all about.
Community, creativity, and supporting local. That is Makers Fest. 🎶🎨🍴
One day, one place, and so many stories coming together.
Congratulations to the staff from Mississippi Department of Archives and History on your Hometown Hero awards! We're so proud to celebrate the successes of the hard work that goes into our organization!
🏅 Kim Cooper won the Festival and Event Organizers award for Mississippi Makers Fest (@msmakersfest ).
🏅Candace Williams of MDAH won the Meeting & Group Tour Planners award.
🏅Two Mississippi Museums won the 2026 S.U.M.I.T.T. Awards for Attraction of the Year (@mscivilrightsmuseum & @museumofmshistory ).
What a day!
More than 4,000 people gathered at the 2026 Mississippi Makers Fest to experience the best of Mississippi’s art, food, and music at the Two Mississippi Museums.
This FREE event was made possible by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi. Their generous support, along with our sponsors, performers, vendors, and makers, continues to grow this festival and bring people together year after year.
We’re already counting down to 2027... mark your calendar for May 8, 2027!!!!
The night closed out with our headliner, The Band Perry, bringing unforgettable energy to Mississippi Makers Fest. ✨🎶
An incredible performance and the perfect ending to a full day of music, makers, and community.
The blues take center stage tonight at Mississippi Makers Fest with legendary Mississippi musician Vasti Jackson bringing unforgettable energy to the plaza. 🎸✨
From handmade goods to one-of-a-kind creations, our makers are bringing incredible talent and creativity to Mississippi Makers Fest today. Stop by, shop local, and meet the artists and creators behind the work. 🛍️✨
The gates are open, and Makers Fest is underway! Spend the day exploring local makers, live music, food vendors, museum exhibits, family activities, and more in the heart of downtown Jackson. We can’t wait to celebrate Mississippi creativity with you today. 🎨✨
One hour until music starts!!!!
