Mississippi State Fair
Fall festival · Jackson · Mississippi
Eleven days every October, the Mississippi Fairgrounds in downtown Jackson fill with carnival rides, livestock barns and fair food, plus a concert lineup that changes every year. It is the state's biggest fall gathering, an easy walk from the Capitol for anyone staying downtown.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
11-day run at the Mississippi Fairgrounds Complex
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 18–November 22
Color builds from November 9 · mostly bare by December 14
Sampled at Mississippi State Fair’s own coordinates and elevation (83 m) rather than a regional average.
23 weather points cover Mississippi, and the model shifts their answer 2 days later, which is what it takes to match 1 published peak date from farmersalmanac.com. Mississippi is running 5 days earlier than its own average this year. How the forecast works
When to go to Mississippi State Fair
You get about 20 days of color here, from the first turn through to roughly November 29. Against Mississippi overall, that is 3 days later.
You will find it at Jackson, MS, in Mississippi.
Mississippi State Fair on the map
Drag the date slider to see when color reaches this corner of Mississippi, or tap a pin for that stop’s own peak window.
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Frequently asked
- When is Mississippi State Fair open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 8 – Oct 18. 11-day run at the Mississippi Fairgrounds Complex. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Mississippi State Fair peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 18–November 22 (best estimate November 20). Color starts around November 9 and is mostly bare by December 14.
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