Community Calendar - July 2

Here’s a look at things to do in Jackson and West Tennessee in the next couple of weeks. Listings are courtesy of Visit Jackson TN, Jackson Downtown Development and various event organizers.

July 4

America 250 Celebration

Madison County is teaming up with Ford Motor Company and The Jackson Symphony to bring a celebration of America’s 250th birthday to the area. At 5 p.m., gates will open at Jackson Regional Airport (308 Grady Montgomery Drive in West Jackson) with music starting at 6 p.m. People are invited to bring their own dinners and enjoy an evening of listening to music from local artists for a couple hours before The Symphony will perform at 8 p.m. with various patriotic songs before fireworks will start blowing up in the sky about 9 p.m.

July 6

Fairytale Book Dance Camp

This three-day camp will allow dancers to immerse themselves in the timeless fairytale classics. They will have the opportunity to develop a strong foundation of ballet technique and vocabulary, while also expressing their creativity through arts and crafts. Camp will begin at 9 a.m. each day and end at noon. All camp sessions are at The Academy of Ballet Arts at 4450 Hwy 45 N in Jackson. Open to dancers 3-7 years old. Price: $130 per session (10% sibling discount).

July 8

Jackson Sings the Gospel

Bill Bailey and Josh Franks are bringing this annual southern gospel event back to the Carl Perkins Civic Center. The complete schedule is available at billbaileyconcerts.com.

July 9

‘Fiddler on the Roof’ Preview Party

Get a first look at the show at our exclusive Preview Party—an intimate, limited-seating final dress rehearsal experience. Enjoy an evening of food, sweet treats, coffee, and beverages while you take in the magic before opening night. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the performance begins at 7:30. Your ticket is valid only for the date, time, and seat selected at purchase. Simply bring a printed ticket or show it on your phone at the door. If you misplace it, representatives happy to look up your reservation by name. 

• Refund or ticket change requests must be emailed to ariel@jtgonline.com
  • Lobby opens 1 hour before showtime; theatre opens 30 minutes before curtain
  • Late arrivals may be seated in the back and moved during intermission
  • Please silence phones; photography and recording are not allowed
  • Disruptions may result in guests being asked to step into the lobby
  • Please check show details for age recommendations (Guild Jr. performances welcome all ages)

July 10

Delta Faucet Summer Concert Series at The AMP

Enjoy free, family-friendly live music at Jackson’s Amphitheater at the Market (AMP). Bring a blanket or chair, relax, and let the sounds of West Tennessee fill the evening. Music starts at 7:30 p.m.—check the AMP’s Facebook page for updates. Tyler Kinchen & The Right Pieces will be the performer in this concert at 91 New Market Street in Downtown Jackson.

Fiddler on the Roof

Join Jackson Theatre Guild for one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Filled with unforgettable music, humor, heart, and timeless themes of family, tradition, and change, Fiddler on the Roof has connected with audiences for generations—and we can’t wait to bring this story to life. Production schedule is July 10 at 7:30 p.m., July 11 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., July 12 at 2 p.m., July 16-17 at 7:30 p.m. and July 18 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday evening performances are $15 per ticket for all guests. Secure your seats today and make plans to join us in Anatevka for an unforgettable evening of live theatre. All performances are at The Ned (314 East Main Street in Downtown Jackson).

July 11

Voices in the Vineyard

Experience live music under the stars with the Voices in the Vineyard concert series. Enjoy the sounds of Music by Koda, and enjoy great wine and a welcoming atmosphere. The food truck that night will be Boss & Ross BBQ. Admission is free, so bring your friends, relax, and let the music set the tone for a perfect evening in the vineyard. Music starts at 7 p.m. at Century Farm Winery (1548 Lower Brownsville Road).

July 13

The Ned: Performing Arts Camp

Welcome to the sign ups for the Ned’s Summer Break Film Acting and Production Camp! Camp will take place July 13 – 17, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop off starts at 8:30 a.m. and pick up starts at 3:45 p.m. Campers will spend the week learning about film acting and production with the Ned Staff and members of the Reel Collective and Hub City Film Festival. If you are interested in a scholarship to the camp or have multiple campers in your family call The Ned at (731) 425-8397.

July 16

Fiddler on the Roof

Join Jackson Theatre Guild for one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Filled with unforgettable music, humor, heart, and timeless themes of family, tradition, and change, Fiddler on the Roof has connected with audiences for generations—and we can’t wait to bring this story to life. Production schedule is July 10 at 7:30 p.m., July 11 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., July 12 at 2 p.m., July 16-17 at 7:30 p.m. and July 18 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday evening performances are $15 per ticket for all guests. Secure your seats today and make plans to join us in Anatevka for an unforgettable evening of live theatre. All performances are at The Ned (314 East Main Street in Downtown Jackson).

July 20

Fairytale Book Dance Camp

This three-day camp will allow dancers to immerse themselves in the timeless fairytale classics. They will have the opportunity to develop a strong foundation of ballet technique and vocabulary, while also expressing their creativity through arts and crafts. New stories for 2026. Camp will begin at 9 a.m. each day and end at noon at The Academy of Ballet Arts – 4450 Hwy 45 N, Jackson, TN, 38305. It’s open to dancers 3-7 years old. Camp price is $130 per session with a 10 percent sibling discount.

Brandon Shields, jksnpost@gmail.com