Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Motor Mania Car Show kicked off Saturday at Jackson Fairgrounds Park at 9:00 a.m. where families saw custom builds, hot rods, classic cars and enjoyed live music by Bandana plus food vendors; kids had jumpers, face painting and free Hot Wheels for the first 300 arriving. Admission cost $5. WBBJ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Colon Cancer Walk was held Saturday at North Park in Jackson to raise awareness and honor survivors while supporting those fighting the disease. Participants joined the walk and cookout to celebrate community strength. WBBJ TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Mar. 28, community members raced at the Toyota Hub City Grand Prix at Rockabillys Stadium (pausing to honor two Kenwood Middle students who died in a bus crash) before the competition resumed. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ After beating Iowa State on March 27 to secure its third straight Elite Eight spot, Tennessee basketball will face No. 1 Michigan today at 2:15 p.m. ET on CBS, with a win sending the Vols to their first Final Four appearance. The Jackson Sun
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K-Pop Warriors Family Show
4:30-6 p.m. — Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center — Family-friendly event — Experience high-energy K-Pop music and dance in a colorful live show for all ages.
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Boots Blues & Beer
7 PM – 12 AM — Carl Perkins Civic Center — $400-$560 per table — Experience the best Southern Soul concert with live music and cold drinks in Jackson, TN.
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Easter Day Buffet
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jackson — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a festive Easter buffet with seasonal favorites for the whole family.
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Crawfest 2026
3-8 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Family-friendly event — Enjoy delicious crawfish and shrimp with the best company in downtown Jackson.
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Blue Suede Weekend 2026
7-11 p.m. — Hub City Brewing — Enjoy a rockabilly celebration of Carl Perkins' classic tune with live performances.
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