The annual Sweet Potato Queens Ball was held Friday night at Mal's in downtown Jackson. This was my first time to attend the SPQ Ball, and I'm not sure who had more fun, the Queen "wannabes" as they are called or this photographer!
There were so many colorful costumes, aka ball gowns, that I couldn't stop taking photos.
The SPQ ball was created by local Best Selling Author Jill Conner Browne, who brings thousands of SPQ's to Jackson, MS on the third weekend of March every year to participate in the SPQ Ball and to march in the annual Mal's St. Paddy's Day parade. The economic impact to the city is huge and the St. Paddy's Day parade is one of the largest events held in the city of Jackson throughout the year.
For those of you who have no idea what I'm talking about, here are some photos to show you what I'm talking about.
Doesn't it look like everyone had fun?
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The Sweet Potato Queens Ball looks like a very fun time Pat!
Bill, it was something I will NEVER forget! Words are hard to describe it; that's why I wanted to share my photos.
Hi Pat, The sweet potato queens ball looks like a grand time for one and all. I wish I had been there. I bet there were alot of laughs.
It was tons of fun, and the ladies were only too willing to pose for the camera!