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

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

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

Meridian Symphony Orchestra 910 Highway 19 North, Meridian, MS 39302, 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., 601-693-2224

Hamasa Shrine Temple Theater 2320 Eighth Street, Meridian, MS 39302, 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., 601-693-1361

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

Blues and Barbecue Festival 2624 Poplar Springs Drive, Meridian, MS 39305, Meridian Museum of Art, 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!, 601-693-1501

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