Food festivals in Jackson

Hal's St. Paddy's Parade and Festival

  • ★ 4.2
  • 28 March 2027
  • Jackson, United States
  • Free entry

Hal's St. Paddy's Parade has been Jackson's signature street party for over 40 years, with a free parade from Court Street to Hal and Mal's restaurant, followed by a ticketed afterparty with live music and Southern food.

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Dates and details checked September 29, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

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A pint at Hal and Mal's after the parade, with red beans and rice from the kitchen

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Hal and Mal's under 0.1 mi · Soul food★ 4.1 The Walk-In under 0.1 mi · Cocktail Bar★ 4.1 Donut Shop Downtown 0.2 mi · Donut Shop★ 3.7 Estelle Southern Table 0.3 mi · Modern Southern★ 4.1 Just Vanilla Coffee Bar 0.4 mi · Coffee Shop★ 3.7 4th Avenue Lounge 0.4 mi · Cocktail Bar★ 3.9

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Hal's St. Paddy's Parade and Festival runs 28 Mar 2027. These are the food tours and tastings in Jackson to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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