Jackson Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors can take self-guided tours through the decorated mansion to view festive holiday lighting and displays. Guests can enjoy complimentary hot cocoa alongside homemade cookies. Outside on the south lawn, a trackless Santa Claus train is featured, alongside an ornament...

The Gertrude C. Ford Exhibition Hall transforms into a winter village of twinkling lights, festive train cars, and a Polar Palace. Guests can glide around the Puffin Pals Play Rink in festive socks, ride the 45-foot Snowflake Slide, and sort...

Businesses, schools, and community organizations unite to parade through the streets with festive floats, fire trucks, bands, marchers, and cars. Spectators can catch lots of candy and watch for a special appearance by Santa Claus. The long-running community tradition draws...

Spectators can watch an old-fashioned holiday parade led by Ridgeland Mayor McGee and City Aldermen through the Old Town neighborhood. The procession features marching bands, local businesses, and community organizations celebrating a Winter Wonderland theme. The square route travels through...

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the lighting of the tree. Guests can enjoy Christmas music and dance performances, participate in the countdown to light the tree, and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.