Get a preview of the nation’s longest-running multicultural traditional arts celebration
The National Folk Festival is excited to announce a special program, providing a taste of what’s to come at the nation’s premier celebration of the artistic traditions of all Americans. Join us at the "Welcome to Jackson" mural at the corner of State and Pearl Streets for an eclectic and dynamic program, ranging from Cajun to South Asian Kuchipudi dance, and from blues to salsa dura.
Schedule of Events
Make a day of it!
Medgar & Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
Tours start at 9:00 AM
Free shuttle runs every 30 minutes from the Hinds County Tax Collector parking lot in downtown Jackson. Shuttle runs from 8:45 - 11:15 AM.
Mississippi Museum of Art
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Of Salt & Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South exhibition opening
Opening day activities will include a panel discussion, quilt demonstrations, and the following performances:
Chief Shaka Zulu
New Orleans Black Masking craftsman and stilt dancer
12:00 - 12:30 PM
1:15 - 1:45 PM
Annie & the Caldwell Singers
gospel
2:00 - 3:00 PM
National Folk Festival KICKOFF
4:00 - 7:30 PM
seating opens at 3:30 PM
BeauSoleil Trio
Cajun
4:00 - 4:30 PM
Yamini Kalluri & the Kritya Music Ensemble
Kuchipudi dance
4:45 - 5:15 PM
Eddie Cotton, Jr.
soul bues
5:30 - 6:15 PM
Edwin Perez y su Orquesta
salsa dura
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Food & Beverages
Food and drink is available for sale. Food is provided by Hal & Mal's, and beverages are provided by Martin's Downtown and Cathead Distillery.
Admission: Free
