Meridian Mississippi Entertainment & Events

Special Events

• MSU Riley Center, The
  2200 5th Street • Meridian, MS 39301
  Located in Historic Downtown Meridian
  601-696-2200
  A performing arts center, conference center and an educational center, the MSU Riley Center includes a fully restored circa 1889, 950-seat grand opera house theater, 200-seat studio theatre and 30,000 square feet of meeting space, including large exhibit hall, break out rooms and board rooms. All are equipped with teleconferencing capabilities and built-in technical features. The MSU Riley Center is the home for Meridian Symphony Orchestra events. more...

Cinema

• UA Bonita Lakes 9
  1680 Bonita Lakes Circle • Meridian, MS 39301
  601-485-5009
  Features the latest comedic, dramatic, action, and romantic films.  more...

• The Internet Movie Database
  Features plot summaries, reviews, cast lists, and theatre schedules. more...

• Fandango
  Find theaters in your area, view showtimes of current releases and see upcoming trailer at Fandango. more...

Night Life

• Mahogany Bar
  519 Azalea Drive • Meridian, MS 39301
  601-553-3656
  This local establishment offers an inviting atmosphere and a full bar.

Concerts & Performances

• Meridian Symphony Orchestra
  910 Highway 19 North • Meridian, MS 39302
  601-693-2224
  Offering the finest in classic symphony, this 75 member orchestra performs a variety of concerts throughout the region. The season each year runs from February until July 4th.

Plays & Productions

• Hamasa Shrine Temple Theater
  2320 Eighth Street • Meridian, MS 39302
  601-693-1361
  This Moorish Revival style theater was built in 1928 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The theater was once used for vaudeville and movies and is now the setting for numerous concerts, plays, stage shows, and area events. One of only two Robert Morton pipe organs known to exist is located at this beautiful theater. Tours are available upon request.

• Meridian Little Theatre
  Highway 39 North
  601-482-6371
  This theatre company presents five full-scale productions every season, from September until May.

Festivals & Fairs

• Blues and Barbecue Festival
  2624 Poplar Springs Drive • Meridian, MS 39305
  Meridian Museum of Art
  601-693-1501
  This festival is a fundraiser for the local art museum and features live blues, finger licking barbecue, children's activities, an art show and lots more! more...

• DiscoverOurFestival
  The ultimate U.S. festivals, tourism & annual events guide. more...

Marathons & 10K Runs

• Gypsy Lounge
  820 Twenty Second Avenue • Meridian, MS 39301
  601-482-3663
  Located at Cafe Latte, this hip night spot offers live entertainment each weekend.