December 11–13 · Free
We invite you in to create a new family tradition — an evening of candlelight and carols this December at First Baptist Jackson.
December
moves fast
Between shopping lists and year-end deadlines, it's easy to approach the Christmas season without ever slowing down.
We feel it too
That's why every December, First Baptist Jackson sets aside one weekend to slow down, sing the carols we love, and remember the story of Jesus.
See what a night at Carols looks like
Familiar carols and the story of Jesus — an evening made for slowing down together.
Three steps to your new family tradition
Reserve your free tickets. Claim your seats online. Tickets go live October 11.
Bring someone with you. Invite a neighbor, coworker, or friend who could use a night like this.
Come early and slow down. Doors open an hour before each performance with pre-service entertainment. Find your seat and let the carols do the rest.
What to know
before you come
When:
December 11, 2026 • 7:00 p.m.
December 12, 2026 • 3:00 p.m. (Sold Out) & 7:00 p.m.
December 13, 2026 • 3:00 p.m. (Sold Out)
Doors open one hour before each performance, with pre-service entertainment starting right away.
Where:
First Baptist Jackson, 431 North State Street, Jackson, MS
Cost:
Free tickets will be available beginning October 11.
What to expect:
An evening filled with the choir and orchestra leading us through the arrival of Jesus.
Sensory-Friendly Option
Carols for every family
An adapted Saturday, December 12 performance at 3:00 p.m. for children with disabilities or additional needs and their families.
A tradition worth returning to
Every family needs a tradition worth returning to. This December, let Carols by Candlelight be yours.
Good to Know FAQs
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Doors open to ticket holders one hour before each performance, and pre-service entertainment starts right away, so come early! Seating is general admission. To make sure your group can sit together, plan to be seated before the program begins. Shortly before showtime, any open seats are released to guests without tickets.
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Yes, everyone attending needs tickets. The exception is babies who will be held.
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All tickets are general admission, with no reserved seating available.
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We welcome groups of all sizes.
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Look for the “Welcome to FBJ” banners on the light poles. They mark every First Baptist Jackson parking lot.
East of the church, by the Christian Life Center: the parking garage, plus two lots at the corner of North and Mississippi Streets.
North of the church: lots on the east and west sides of North State and High Streets.
West of the church: additional parking in and around the State Capitol grounds.
Downtown fills up on Carols weekend, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
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Some people love to dress up or wear a Christmas sweater for Carols, but you will see a little of everything. Wear what you are comfortable in!
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Childcare is not available during Carols.
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Yes! First Baptist Jackson’s Worship Ministry and Mosaic Ministry are offering a sensory-friendly performance of Carols on Saturday, December 12, at 3:00 p.m. for children with disabilities and additional needs and their families, with adjusted volume, modified lighting, and sensory seating. It’s free, but a sensory-friendly ticket is required. Learn more and reserve tickets.
Join us this December
December 11–13 at First Baptist Jackson
Free tickets go live October 11