Ag Commish Andy Gipson issued the following statement.
Yesterday, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced the entertainment lineup and other details ahead of the upcoming 2026 Dixie National Rodeo, the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi River. Rodeo fans can enjoy nine performances of the 61st annual Dixie National Rodeo on February 13-15 and 18-21.
“For the first time ever, tickets to the Dixie National Rodeo will go on sale to the public during the Mississippi State Fair, beginning October 3,” said Commissioner Gipson. “We’re excited to announce the star-studded lineup that includes country music legends, as well as several young, up-and-coming stars. This year, visitors to the Mississippi State Fair will not only enjoy the Taste of the Dixie National Rodeo at Patriot Village and experience the Dixie National Rodeo Queen Pageant for the first time in October – they’ll also have the opportunity to purchase tickets to the Dixie National Rodeo. Rodeo tickets will be available for purchase in-person from the Coliseum Box Office and online at Ticketmaster.com starting at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 3.”
Commissioner Gipson was joined by Whitney Watts, Insurance Specialist with Southern AgCredit, the official sponsor of the Dixie National Rodeo; Bruce Deviney, Owner of Deviney Equipment, the tractor sponsor for the Dixie National Rodeo; Hayes Patrick, Deputy Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce and Acting Director of the Mississippi State Fairgrounds; Justin Nipper, Deputy Director of the Mississippi State Fairgrounds; Miss Dixie National Harley Grace Vinzant; Jr. Miss Dixie National Shelby Kate Taylor; and Miss Dixie National Princess Annalise Lavender.
The award-winning and nationally recognized artists scheduled to perform at the 2026 Dixie National Rodeo include:
Ole 60 – Friday, February 13, at 7:00 p.m.
Bayker Blankenship – Saturday, February 14, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Joe Nichols – Sunday, February 15, at 2:00 p.m.
Tanya Tucker – Wednesday, February 18, at 7:00 p.m.
Waylon Wyatt – Thursday, February 19, at 7:00 p.m.
Muscadine Bloodline – Friday, February 20, at 7:00 p.m.
Mark Chesnutt – Saturday, February 21, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
As one of the top 60 largest professional rodeos in the world, the Dixie National Rodeo is also a National Finals Rodeo qualifier. Watch the video here for a dynamic preview of the entertainment lineup and thrilling rodeo competitions at https://www.dixienational.org/2026DNRvideo.
“Around 900 of the best rodeo contestants from across the globe travel to compete in this massive event right here in the capital city of Jackson, Mississippi. So, not only do visitors get an unforgettable live concert but they also get to see some of the top rodeo competitors from around the world in action,” continued Commissioner Gipson. “So, I encourage everyone to come out to the Great American Mississippi State Fair, and while you’re here, stop by the Box Office to secure your tickets for the Dixie National Rodeo.”
Dixie National Rodeo concert tickets will be available for purchase in advance at www.ticketmaster.com or the Coliseum Box Office starting Friday, October 3, 2025. For more information and updates about the 2026 Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo, visit www.dixienational.org and follow the Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Kingfish note: The Commish announced country music star Lee Greenwood will appear at the Mississippi State Fair. Mr. Gipson said he looked forward to singing with Mr. Greenwood.
I really wish Andy would stay as AG Commissioner for the time being. He is doing an excellent job where he is. I get why he is running for Governor, but I wish he would have waited until the next go-round.
Andy may not make the best governor, but he is to be commended for the work at the fairgrounds. Long way to go but the Trademart is incredible, and the fair is a lot safer now.
Now everyone knows that The Commissioner is going to get himself up on that stage to sing as often as possible!
9:08 agreed. He needs to stay where he is and forget diluting the race for governor. He has done a great job of cleaning up the area around the Fairgrounds. Give Sheriff Tyree Jones credit for Fair safety.
Self awareness is such a critical element of the human brain. Commissioner Gipson’s singing voice… I mean come on Commish, just leave well enough alone, podna.
I waited months to click play, hoping I was going to hear something different than I was expected. Nope
@5:11 I disagree. I believe his singing voice is wholesome and excellent. Better than the degenerate auto-tuned crap being pushed today. I love Christian Cowboy Country Gospel!
Senator Cindy Hyde- Smith started the Trademart project which is great . Commissioner Gipson kept it going and added some good ideas to it . Both deserve a lot of credit for a great project.
Trollfest '07 was such a success that Jackson Jambalaya will once again host Trollfest '09. Catch this great event which will leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Othor Cain and his band, The Black Power Structure headline the night while Sonjay Poontang returns for an encore performance. Former Frank Melton bodyguard Marcus Wright makes his premier appearance at Trollfest singing "I'm a Sweet Transvestite" from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Kamikaze will sing his new hit, “How I sold out to da Man.” Robbie Bell again performs: “Mamas, don't let your babies grow up to be Bells” and “Any friend of Ed Peters is a friend of mine”. After the show, Ms. Bell will autograph copies of her mug shot photos. In a salute to “Dancing with the Stars”, Ms. Bell and Hinds County District Attorney Robert Smith will dance the Wango Tango.
Wrestling returns, except this time it will be a Battle Royal with Othor Cain, Ben Allen, Kim Wade, Haley Fisackerly, Alan Lange, and “Big Cat” Donna Ladd all in the ring at the same time. The Battle Royal will be in a steel cage, no time limit, no referee, and the losers must leave town. Marshand Crisler will be the honorary referee (as it gives him a title without actually having to do anything). Meet KIM Waaaaaade at the Entergy Tent. For five pesos, Kim will sell you a chance to win a deed to a crack house on Ridgeway Street stuffed in the Howard Industries pinata. Don't worry if the pinata is beaten to shreds, as Mr. Wade has Jose, Emmanuel, and Carlos, all illegal immigrants, available as replacements for the it. Upon leaving the Entergy tent, fig leaves will be available in case Entergy literally takes everything you have as part of its Trollfest ticket price adjustment charge.
Donna Ladd of The Jackson Free Press will give several classes on learning how to write. Smearing, writing without factchecking, and reporting only one side of a story will be covered. A donation to pay their taxes will be accepted and she will be signing copies of their former federal tax liens. Ms. Ladd will give a dramatic reading of her two award-winning essays (They received The Jackson Free Press "Best Of" awards.) "Why everything is always about me" and "Why I cover murders better than anyone else in Jackson".
In the spirit of helping those who are less fortunate, Trollfest '09 adopts a cause for which a portion of the proceeds and donations will be donated: Keeping Frank Melton in his home. The “Keep Frank Melton From Being Homeless” booth will sell chances for five dollars to pin the tail on the jackass. John Reeves has graciously volunteered to be the jackass for this honorable excursion into saving Frank's ass. What's an ass between two friends after all? If Mr. Reeves is unable to um, perform, Speaker Billy McCoy has also volunteered as when the word “jackass” was mentioned he immediately ran as fast as he could to sign up. In order to help clean up the legal profession, Adam Kilgore of the Mississippi Bar will be giving away free, round-trip plane tickets to the North Pole where they keep their bar complaint forms (which are NOT available online). If you don't want to go to the North Pole, you can enjoy Brant Brantley's (of the Mississippi Commission on Judicial Performance) free guided tours of the quicksand field over by High Street where all complaints against judges disappear. If for some reason you are unable to control yourself, never fear; Judge Houston Patton will operate his jail where no lawyers are needed or allowed as you just sit there for minutes... hours.... months...years until he decides he is tired of you sitting in his jail. Do not think Judge Patton is a bad judge however as he plans to serve free Mad Dog 20/20 to all inmates.
Trollfest '09 is a pet-friendly event as well. Feel free to bring your dog with you and do not worry if your pet gets hungry, as employees of the Jackson Zoo will be on hand to provide some of their animals as food when it gets to be feeding time for your little loved one.
Relax at the Fox News Tent. Since there are only three blonde reporters in Jackson (being blonde is a requirement for working at Fox News), Megan and Kathryn from WAPT and Wendy from WLBT will be on loan to Fox. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both and a torn-up Obama yard sign will entitle you to free drinks served by Megan, Wendy, and Kathryn. Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required. Just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '09 is for EVERYONE!!!
This is definitely a Beaver production. Note: Security provided by INS.
Trollfest '07
Jackson Jambalaya is the home of Trollfest '07. Catch this great event which promises to leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Sonjay Poontang and his band headline the night with a special steel cage, no time limit "loser must leave town" bout between Alan Lange and "Big Cat"Donna Ladd following afterwards. Kamikaze will perform his new song F*** Bush, he's still a _____. Did I mention there was no referee? Dr. Heddy Matthias and Lori Gregory will face off in the undercard dueling with dangling participles and other um, devices. Robbie Bell will perform Her two latest songs: My Best Friends are in the Media and Mama's, Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to be George Bell. Sid Salter of The Clarion-Ledger will host "Pin the Tail on the Trial Lawyer", sponsored by State Farm.
There will be a hugging booth where in exchange for your young son, Frank Melton will give you a loooong hug. Trollfest will have a dunking booth where Muhammed the terrorist will curse you to Allah as you try to hit a target that will drop him into a vat of pig grease. However, in the true spirit of Separate But Equal, Don Imus and someone from NE Jackson will also sit in the dunking booth for an equal amount of time. Tom Head will give a reading for two hours on why he can't figure out who the hell he is. Cliff Cargill will give lessons with his .80 caliber desert eagle, using Frank Melton photos as targets. Tackleberry will be on hand for an autograph session. KIM Waaaaaade will be passing out free titles and deeds to crackhouses formerly owned by The Wood Street Players.
If you get tired come relax at the Fox News Tent. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both will entitle you to free drinks.Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required, just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '07 is for EVERYONE!!!
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like that jacket
Governor-elect Gipson is looking good
Real Americans right there!
Yee Haw!
Whoopee, ti-yi-yo, git along, little dogies
Yahooo!
I really wish Andy would stay as AG Commissioner for the time being. He is doing an excellent job where he is. I get why he is running for Governor, but I wish he would have waited until the next go-round.
Andy may not make the best governor, but he is to be commended for the work at the fairgrounds. Long way to go but the Trademart is incredible, and the fair is a lot safer now.
Fixin to have plenty of pickin and grinnin.
Come on down!!
Now everyone knows that The Commissioner is going to get himself up on that stage to sing as often as possible!
9:08 agreed. He needs to stay where he is and forget diluting the race for governor. He has done a great job of cleaning up the area around the Fairgrounds. Give Sheriff Tyree Jones credit for Fair safety.
The comments are (almost) as corny as the Commissioner. It's like he's stuck in a 60 year old episode of The Andy Griffith Show.
And, "the Great American Mississippi State Fair"? Did he change the name?
Self awareness is such a critical element of the human brain. Commissioner Gipson’s singing voice… I mean come on Commish, just leave well enough alone, podna.
I waited months to click play, hoping I was going to hear something different than I was expected. Nope
@5:11 I disagree. I believe his singing voice is wholesome and excellent. Better than the degenerate auto-tuned crap being pushed today. I love Christian Cowboy Country Gospel!
Senator Cindy Hyde- Smith started the Trademart project which is great .
Commissioner Gipson kept it going and added some good ideas to it . Both deserve a lot of credit for a great project.
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