JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Jackson will celebrate Jackson State University’s (JSU) 2024 Celebration Bowl win with a parade on Friday, January 17.
The festivities for the JSU Tiger Football National Champions Parade will begin at 4:00 p.m. with a Celebration Kickoff at City Hall. Fans can enjoy music from DJ Unpredictable, explore a variety of vendors, indulge in cuisine from local food trucks, and snap photos with the Celebration Bowl trophy.
Parade Route
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced the following roads will be closed between 2:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Friday:
- State St. will close from Pascagoula St. to Capitol St.
- Capitol St. will close from State St. to West St.
- West St. will close from Capitol St. to Pascagoula St.
- Pascagoula St. will close from West St. to State St.
At 5:00 p.m., the energy amps up with a Pep Rally, hosted by Chelle B, at the iconic “Welcome to Jackson” mural at State and Pearl Street. Performances by the JSU and JPS Cheerleaders, Sonny THEE Tiger, the Baby Tigers, and other special guests will keep spectators entertained.
The highlight of the evening, the Championship Parade begins at 6:00 p.m. The parade route will begin at State Street, continue to Capitol Street, then proceed along West Street, and loop back via Pascagoula Street. Fans are encouraged to safely line the streets to cheer on Head Coach T.C. Taylor, JSU players, staff, including the Sonic Boom of the South.
The celebration concludes with the Celebration Stage event at 7:00 p.m. back at the “Welcome to Jackson” mural, featuring inspiring remarks from Coach Taylor, Vice President and Athletic Director Ashley Robinson, JSU President Marcus L. Thompson, standout players, Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba and more.
This event is free and open to the public.