Join us for Transgender Day of Visibility 2026! — Come celebrate the resilience, passions, and contributions of transgender people, while raising awareness of the issues transgender people face.
TDOV was established in 2010 by trans advocate Rachel Crandall, and in response to the overwhelming majority of media stories about transgender people being focused on violence. She hoped to create a day where people could celebrate the lives of transgender people, while still acknowledging the discrimination that trans people face.
Join us in uplifting and celebrating trans people! On TDOV, we unite as community members, families, organizations, and leaders to affirm that our joy is a powerful act of resistance. Help us push back against discrimination and provide love and support that is so desperately needed at this time. Take a stand for all trans people, and fill space for those who cannot take a stand for themselves. This is a significant event and your participation demonstrates collective action and true solidarity with and in support of the transgender and gender non-conforming community!
Event Basics:
Who: All Who Support the Transgender and Non-binary Community
What: Mississippi Transgender Day of Visibility Event 2026
Where: Fondren Park, 3540 Northview Dr. Jackson, Mississippi
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026 / 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Event Details:
This event will highlight transgender people and ALL of their value, allowing for storytelling and connection through conversation, tabling, entertainment and service. Attendees will have the opportunity to support transgender vendors (representing trans-owned crafts, services, businesses and organizations), enjoy live entertainment by transgender artists, gather resources on how to better serve and advocate for the transgender community, pick up FREE clothing and accessories (Trans Closet), and more. FREE food options will be available (while supplies last) and other fair-style foods will be available for purchase, as a fundraising opportunity for the TRANS Program. We’ll have activities for kids and adults, alike! The event will feature a hands-on activity and our annual “Visibility Runway”, where all will have the opportunity to grace the stage and BE VISIBLE. TDOV is a fun and purposeful event for the whole family.
Ways to Participate:
Attend (NO RSVP REQUIRED)!
Be a Trans / Non-binary Vendor (FREE): CLICK HERE
Volunteer (ANYONE): CLICK HERE
Become a Sponsor (Vendor Opportunity and more!): CLICK HERE
Donate: CLICK HERE
We have special Sponsorship Tiers for INDIVIDUALS who would like to sponsor. Email us at hello@transprogram.org!
Volunteer or Vendor!
ANYONE can be a Volunteer!
Show your support to the trans community by SERVING while having FUN, and leave with some free swag, too!
Trans and Non-binary people are invited to participate as Vendors!
There is NO fee associated with tabling as a vendor, although donations to the TRANS Program are always welcome! SELL and make some CASH! Promote your small business, your organization, your art or craft, your skills, your talent, your services, your fundraiser, etc. You will also have an opportunity to briefly promote on the stage, during the event (if desired). TDOV is about YOU.
Sponsor!
Additional Information
What is TDOV?
Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is a day dedicated to uplifting transgender and gender non-conforming / non-binary individuals while increasing society's awareness of the work that remains to be done for justice, equality and acceptance. Although our event is being held on April 4th, TDOV is internationally recognized on March 31st, annually. The day brings the community together to recognize the resilience and the beautiful diversity we embody.
TDOV Q&A:
Q: Is this a family friendly event?
A: Yes! Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. You can expect kid-friendly activities at TDOV!
Q: Should I register?
A: No. We have opted to NOT require RSVPs this year. Just show up!
Q: Is this event FREE?
A: Yes! Community can attend for free. Please bring cash / cards, if you would like to purchase from transgender and non-binary vendors or tip performers!
Q: How should I dress?
A: Dress comfortably and/or as you would for a Pride Event!
Q: Should I bring anything?
A: Yes. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, if you'd like to sit while watching speakers / entertainers. Bring cash / cards if you’d like to purchase from transgender and non-binary vendors or tip performers!
Q: Will restrooms be available at the park?
A: Yes.
Q: Will there be food at the park?
A: Yes. FREE food will be available on a first come first serve basis. There will also be food for donation, as a fundraising opportunity for the TRANS Program.
Q: What kind of activities can I expect?
A: You can expect FREE food, live music, transgender and non-binary vendors (business owners, creatives, service providers, organization leaders, advocates, etc.) and resources, hands on activities, FREE clothing (Trans Closet), our annual Visibility Runway, and more!
Q: Can I participate as a Volunteer?
A: Yes. Please sign-up to be a Volunteer by CLICKING HERE or at the top of this webpage! If you are under the age of 18, you must have parental consent to volunteer.
Q: Can I participate as a Vendor?
A: If you are transgender or non-binary — yes. Please sign-up to be a Vendor by CLICKING HERE or at the top of this webpage! If you are under the age of 18, you must have parental consent to be a vendor. Vendors will also have an opportunity to briefly promote on the stage, during the event (if desired).
Q: Can I participate on the stage?
A: If you are transgender or non-binary — yes. Vendors and other transgender and non-binary people will have the ability to grace our stage during a promotions segment and during the Visibility Runway. If you are a transgender or non-binary musician or performer, we may have space for you to perform. Please sign-up by CLICKING HERE or inquire by email at hello@transprogram.org.
Q: Is this event wheelchair accessible?
A: Generally, yes. This is a wide open public park. Please do note that some areas of the park include grassy and uneven terrain.
Q: Can I sponsor?
A: Yes! We are a starving organization and will not turn down last minute sponsors. All sponsors will be acknowledged and thanked on promotional materials (print and online) and recognized on stage at the event itself. Sponsors will also have the ability to table resources at the event. For additional benefits of sponsorship and information about sponsorship tiers, please CLICK HERE or reach out by email at hello@transprogram.org. Thank you for helping us make this event possible!
Q: Will the event happen, even if it rains?
A: Yes! If rain is expected, we will set up the event at Broadmeadow UMC located at 4419 Broadmeadow St. Jackson, Mississippi. This venue is about one mile from Fondren Park. If rain is expected and we need to change venue, we will update THIS page on our website, send out emails to those who are part of our network, and post on our Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Any additional questions can be directed to us by email at hello@transprogram.org.