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The 2026 Mississippi Makers Fest will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Two Mississippi Museums.

This free festival will feature Mississippi artisans, live music, make-and-take activities, food trucks, and more.

08/26/2026

From artists and makers to musicians, food vendors, and small businesses, Makers Fest is a celebration of the people who make Mississippi special.

08/18/2026

More than 4,000 people came together to celebrate Mississippi creativity, music, food, and community at Makers Fest this year.

Now we have our sights set even higher.

Help us make 2027 our biggest festival yet. See you on May 8, 2027. 🎉

08/13/2026

We're already dreaming about next year. 🎶

Who would you love to see take the stage at Makers Fest 2027? Drop your dream Mississippi performer in the comments below. 👇

08/05/2026

Mississippi, this festival is for you. ❤️

For the makers, musicians, artists, dreamers, and communities that make our state unlike anywhere else.

Thank you for showing up, showing out, and making Makers Fest what it is.

07/29/2026

One of the things that makes Makers Fest so unique is the opportunity to experience Mississippi creativity alongside Mississippi history.

From exploring museum exhibits to discovering incredible local makers, visitors were able to celebrate the stories, talent, and culture that make our state so special.

07/20/2026

We're still looking back on all the moments that made this year's festival so memorable.

From reconnecting with friends to discovering new favorite makers, Makers Fest was filled with smiles, laughter, and memories we'll cherish until next year.

07/15/2026

From the first performance to the final encore, the music brought energy to every corner of Makers Fest.

A huge thank you to all of the talented artists who shared their music and helped create an unforgettable atmosphere for our visitors throughout the day.

07/07/2026

The heart of Makers Fest has always been the makers themselves.

Behind every handcrafted item, piece of artwork, and specialty product is a passionate Mississippian sharing their talent, creativity, and story with our community. Thank you to every maker who made this year's festival so special.

07/01/2026

A special thank you to our friends at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, and especially to Cayla Mangrum, for helping kick off Mississippi Makers Fest this year. 💙

As a longtime supporter of Makers Fest, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi helps make free admission possible, opening the doors for thousands of Mississippians to enjoy a day filled with music, art, food, and creativity.

We are incredibly grateful for their continued commitment to our community and for everything they do to support this event and our state. Thank you, Cayla, for being part of such a special day and helping us welcome festivalgoers to Makers Fest 2026.

06/30/2026

📸 Some of our favorite maker moments 📸

From meeting talented artists to watching creativity come to life right in front of us, these are the moments that made Mississippi Makers Fest truly unforgettable.

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Two Mississippi Museums
Jackson, MS
39201

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https://msmakersfest.mdah.ms.gov/, https://preview.chipply.com/store.html?eid=523045, https://preview.chipply.com/store.

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