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Jackson Events

Jackson Michigan has many events happening all year round. Whether you're a visitor or a resident, the calendar of events will provide many ideas on what to do in and around Jackson. The calendar of events is provided courtesy of the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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May 2008 ♦ Vol.17 ♦ No.5
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Rose Festival Parade & Party in the Park presented by American 1 Federal Credit Union


June 1, 2008 - 1:00 A.M.

50th anniversary of the Rose Festival celebration. The festivities start with the Rose Parade at 1pm traveling on S. Jackson to Greenwood to Fourth ending at Middle School at Parkside. Grand Marshall is Kenneth Bronson, one of the founding fathers of the Rose Festival in 1958. Immediately following the parade there will be a family style Party in the Park at Ella Sharp Park which will include a chicken BBQ, family entertainment, kids activities, a softball tournament (pre-registration required), Ella Sharp Museum activites and more! There is no cost to enter the event.

Location: Streets of Jackson & Ella Sharp Park

Cost: Free to attend

Contact Details

Contact: Liz Niles

Phone: 888-213-2848 x340

Website: Jackson County Rose Festival & American 1 Federal Credit Union

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