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The annual Dixie National Parade will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in downtown Jackson. This beloved event that traditionally kicks-off rodeo competitions will include an array of rodeo queens, marching bands, decorative floats, car and tractor clubs, riding groups, the famous Dixie National Wagon Train and much more.
“I want to invite everyone to come out to the Dixie National Parade as we celebrate ‘60 Years in the Saddle,’ the Rodeo’s Diamond Anniversary, as this year’s theme,” said Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson. “With special appearances from unique participants, local celebrity judges and more, this Saturday’s event is the perfect outing for the whole family. So come out and enjoy all that the Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo has to offer. This Saturday, visitors can enjoy a parade, livestock shows, an expo, rodeo performance and concert.”
Beginning at the corner of Mississippi and Jefferson Streets, the procession will travel down Mississippi Street, circle the State Capitol, and finally take a left onto Amite Street before returning to the State Fairgrounds. Spectators are encouraged to watch from the Capitol grounds near President, High and West streets for the best views. Parking will be available at the Capitol grounds and surrounding parking lots.
Local celebrity and distinguished judges will determine the first and second-place winners within each category of parade participants. This year’s judges include Nate West, Hannah Lane and Kim Allen from “Your Hometown Country” US96, as well as Mississippi 4-H President John Clayton Kitchens and Mississippi FFA President Laynie Dodson! Following the parade, Miss Mississippi Becky Williams will present awards to the winning parade groups at the Mississippi Farmers Market at 12:30 p.m.
For more information and a full event schedule on the 60th Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo, visit www.dixienational.org and follow the Dixie National Livestock Show & Rodeo on Facebook, Instagram and X.
