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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson (R-Miss.) announced the dates for the 165th Mississippi State Fair, as well as a new ticketing system.  The upcoming 2024 State Fair will be held Thursday, October 3 through Sunday, October 13 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson. “The Mississippi State Fairgrounds just […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

A new ticketing option has been announced for this year’s Mississippi State Fair. Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced that attendees will have the option to purchase admission tickets and ride passes online for the first time ever when the state fair rolls back around to Mississippi’s capital...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson (R-Miss.) announced the dates for the 165th Mississippi State Fair, as well as a new ticketing system. The upcoming 2024 State Fair will be held Thursday, October 3 through Sunday, October 13 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson. “The Mississippi State Fairgrounds just [...]

The Mississippi State Fair is over, but there is still a lot of work going on at the fairgrounds.

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The 164th Mississippi State Fair will open to the public on Thursday, October 5. Michael Lasseter, director of the State Fairgrounds, said crews were making last-minute preparations on Wednesday, including ride inspections and hiring fairworkers. Lasseter said he wants everyone to be able to come out and enjoy the annual event. [...]

The highly-anticipated Mississippi State Fair is returning to the capital city this week. From Thursday, October 5 to Sunday, October 15, attendees will be able to enjoy a wide variety of events and entertainment suitable for people of all ages. “The Mississippi State Fair is a time-honored tradition that showcases...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Preparations are underway at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson for the 164th Mississippi State Fair, which takes place October 5-15. “The Mississippi State Fair is a time-honored tradition that showcases all the best livestock exhibitions, local artists and attractions, exciting shows and southern-style foods that our state has to offer,” [...]

The Mississippi State Fair is a little over a month away, with this year’s rendition set to feature American Idol tryouts midway through the 11-day event. Those selected from the virtual tryouts will be invited to travel to the Mississippi State Fairgrounds and perform in person in front of a...

The Mississippi State Fairgrounds has announced the musical and entertainment lineup for the 164th annual Mississippi State Fair. According to fairgrounds officials, several nationally recognized artists will perform inside the Mississippi Coliseum from October 5-15. This year, the Mississippi State Fair will also host a talent competition where winners and...

Dates for the 164th Mississippi State Fair have been announced. According to Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson, the 2023 Mississippi State Fair will be held from Thursday, October 5 through Sunday, October 15. “We’re excited to announce the dates for this year’s annual Mississippi State Fair,” Gipson...