Mississippi Book Festival
About this event
The Mississippi Book Festival is a cultural festival in Jackson, Mississippi, at Mississippi State Capitol grounds. The 2026 event takes place Sep 26, 2026. A literary lawn party on the historic State Capitol grounds brings thousands of readers together with authors, panels, and publishers for Mississippi's premier book celebration. Free and open to the public, the festival has become one of the Southeast's most significant literary gatherings.
Annual, late September
Location & directions
Mississippi State Capitol grounds, Jackson, MS 39201
Frequently asked questions
When is Mississippi Book Festival 2026?
Mississippi Book Festival takes place Sep 26, 2026 in Jackson, Mississippi. Annual, late September
Where is Mississippi Book Festival held?
Mississippi Book Festival is held in Jackson, Mississippi, at Mississippi State Capitol grounds, Jackson, MS 39201.
What is Mississippi Book Festival?
A literary lawn party on the historic State Capitol grounds brings thousands of readers together with authors, panels, and publishers for Mississippi's premier book celebration.
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