Why You Can’t Miss the JXN Food & Wine Festival

If you love great food, good drinks, and a laid-back vibe, then you’ll want to make plans for the JXN Food & Wine Festival. Coming back for its second year on March 15, 2025, this event is the perfect excuse to head to Jackson, Mississippi for a weekend of amazing bites, sips, and Southern hospitality. This festival is the kind of experience that’ll have you talking about it for months.

Held at the Mississippi Museum of Art, the festival gives you a real taste of what Jackson’s all about—family traditions, local flavors, and a city that knows how to make you feel welcome. Jackson is known as the "City With Soul" for a reason, and at JXN Food & Wine, you’ll see why. It’s not just about food; it’s about sharing that experience with friends and strangers, connecting over dishes that feel familiar yet new.

Chef Nick Wallace is back to lead the charge, and he’s bringing some big names with him—Top Chef stars like Jackson Kalb from LA, Gabriel Pascuzzi from Portland, and Michelle Wallace from Houston. They’ll be hitting the demo stage to show you how they make their magic in the kitchen, and you’ll get to sample it for yourself.

But what really makes this festival stand out are the local chefs who call Jackson home. People like Hunter Evans, Chaz Lindsay, and Eddie Wright will be serving up dishes that highlight what makes Jackson’s food scene so special. Whether you’re craving bold flavors or just want to kick back with some classic Southern comfort food, you’re going to find something to love here.

And the best part? It’s not just about filling your belly. A portion of the proceeds goes to support the Mississippi Restaurant Association Education Foundation, helping students who want to make their mark in the culinary world. So, you can feel good knowing you’re supporting a good cause while enjoying some of the best food and wine around.

If you’re looking for a reason to visit Jackson, this is it. Grab your tickets, tell your friends, and get ready for a weekend of great food, drinks, and fun at the JXN Food & Wine Festival. 

Get your tickets at jxnfoodandwine.com.