State Fair dates released. See when the 2023 fair comes to Jackson

Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson recently announced the 164th Mississippi State Fair date. The upcoming 2023 State Fair will be held Thursday, Oct. 5, through Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson. The fair ran Oct. 6-16 last year. Gipson said he is excited about this year's State Fair. "Fairgoers can expect all their favorite rides, events, livestock shows, concerts and foods to be on display across the 105-acre grounds," Gipson said. "Our staff works tirelessly to ensure another safe and successful fair, with even...