On November 17, 2026, Friendsgiving returns to The Cedars for an evening rooted in connection, conversation, and community. This special gathering brings people together around the table for a shared experience that celebrates the relationships and places that make Mississippi feel like home.
Friendsgiving is about more than a meal. It’s about the friends who feel like family, the traditions we create together, and the moments that remind us we belong. Whether your chosen circle includes longtime friends, coworkers, neighbors, or loved ones, this night is an invitation to gather, share stories, and strengthen the bonds that tie us together.
Life moves fast. Between work, responsibilities, and everyday demands, it’s easy to stay in motion. Friendsgiving offers a pause. A chance to sit together, reflect with gratitude, and enjoy the simple but powerful act of breaking bread with others.
Join us at The Cedars for an evening of thoughtful food, meaningful fellowship, and celebration. Bring your people, pull up a chair, and be part of a night that honors community in all the ways it shows up for us.
When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Happy hour (with appetizer first course): 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Cedars, 4145 Old Canton Rd., Jackson, MS
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Corporate Partners
Community Champions
Circle of Friends
Elizabeth and Barber Boone
We cannot do our work without great community partners. Interested in sponsoring our event? Email Jay Philpott at jay@formississippi.org for a sponsorship packet or make your selection below.
Please make or postmark your donation by October 31, 2026 to be included in promotions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do we park?
Free parking will be available across the street from The Cedars at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, Lower Campus.