Handshakes & Hushpuppies

Join us at the McClain Resort Banquet Hall for live music and a Southern-fried soiree with our state and local officials on Thursday, August 3rd from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Each ticket purchased comes with an entry for a chance to win two tickets to a concert at the Brandon Amphitheater this fall. Check out all the ways you can get involved at Handshakes & Hushpuppies 2023 below!

Attendees: Purchase a ticket to get to know local officials, state officials, and candidates a bit better while enjoying live entertainment! Each ticket includes admission, catfish, and all the fixings. You will also be entered for a chance to win two tickets to a concert at the Brandon Amphitheater!
*Cash bar available (cash or credit) for purchase of alcoholic beverages.

Political Officials / Candidates: Get out in the community one more time before election day with a campaign table or sponsorship! Check out the opportunities below:

• Under the Oaks Table: Campaign table includes one food voucher, one concert giveaway entry, and one campaign table (6 ft. table & 2 chairs) outside McClain's Banquet Hall underneath the oaks. Benefits include being one of the first people to welcome attendees to the event and ability to set-up a 10x10 tent (if desired).
• Banquet Hall Table: Campaign table includes one food voucher, one concert giveaway entry, and one campaign table (6 ft. table & 2 chairs) inside McClain's Banquet Hall. Benefits include a space in the air conditioning, near the cash bar, and live music.
• Political Sponsor: Sponsorship includes two food vouchers, two concert giveaway entries, and prime location for a Banquet Hall (inside) campaign table (6 ft. table & 2 chairs). Advertising includes a social post (Facebook and Instagram), email blast, event sign, and billboard.

*Political officials and candidates must purchase a table or sponsorship to pass out campaign materials.

Businesses: Sponsor Handshakes & Hushpuppies to support political education in Rankin County! Sponsorship includes one reserved table for eating and socializing in the Banquet Hall, eight food vouchers, and eight concert giveaway entries. Advertising includes a social post (Facebook and Instagram) and billboard.

DISCLAIMER: The Rankin County Chamber of Commerce is non-political, non-partisan, and we do not support or endorse any political candidates.