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Clarksville Today
By the People, for the People
MilSpouseFest Comes to Fort Campbell
High-energy day of connection, resources, and celebration for military spouses
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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MilSpouseFest (MSF), a nationally recognized event series, is bringing a day of connection, resources, and celebration to Fort Campbell on Tuesday, February 17th. The daytime experience features a vibrant resource marketplace, giveaways, and engaging main-stage programming, including remarks from the Garrison Commander and a fireside chat with a VA official. The afternoon includes discussions on current military family topics and a hands-on service project. In the evening, the MSF After Hours Reception opens to service members and veterans, featuring music, sponsor remarks, raffle prizes, and a live concert.
Why it matters
MilSpouseFest events are dedicated to strengthening military families through empowerment, mental health awareness, and meaningful connection. As a demanding lifestyle, military spouses can benefit greatly from the resources, networking, and community-building opportunities provided by this event.
The details
The MilSpouseFest event at Fort Campbell will take place at Valor Hall, starting at 9 a.m. and running throughout the day. The daytime experience is exclusively for active-duty, Reserve, Guard, and veteran spouses, offering access to trusted resources, professional networking, mental health conversations, and community-building. The afternoon includes discussions on current military family topics and a hands-on service project. In the evening, the MSF After Hours Reception opens to the broader military community, including service members and veterans, for music, sponsor remarks, raffle prizes, and a live concert from country singer and Green Beret spouse Jessie G.
- The MilSpouseFest event will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
- The daytime event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- The MSF After Hours Reception begins at 5 p.m.
The players
Col. James Snowden
Garrison Commander at Fort Campbell.
Gov. Andy Beshear
Governor of Kentucky, who will provide a special video message.
Dr. John Jackson
Deputy Chief of Staff for VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, who will participate in a fireside chat.
Jessica Manfre
Director of MilSpouseFest, Coast Guard spouse, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Jessie G
Country singer and Green Beret spouse, who will perform a live concert at the MSF After Hours Reception.
What they’re saying
“MilSpouseFest is about more than resources. It's about building belonging.”
— Jessica Manfre, Director of MilSpouseFest, Coast Guard spouse, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (clarksvillenow.com)
What’s next
Local and national media are invited to attend and cover this community-focused event. For more details, visit MilSpouseFest.com.
The takeaway
MilSpouseFest provides a valuable opportunity for military spouses to access trusted resources, build professional connections, engage in mental health discussions, and strengthen their sense of community. By investing in and celebrating the Fort Campbell military community, the event aims to empower and support these families through the unique challenges they face.
