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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...

  • Dixie Rodder's Annual Car Show
    2219 South Frontage Road • Meridian, MS 39201
    601-635-2806
    Nearly 1,200 people attend this annual event. Family friendly activities include a car show, '50's style music, games and prizes. more...

  • Mississippi Gourd Festival
    Held at Gourd Gracious Farm in Collinsville
    601-737-5333
    Jerry and Ray Davis of Gourd Gracious Farm invite you to the annual Mississippi Gourd Festival to visit more than 20 gourd craft booths, listen to music, and eat delicious food from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. more...

  • Southern Monster Truck Showdown
    1022 Highway 19 • Meridian, MS 39301
    Lauderdale County Agri-Center
    601-227-8221
    The Big Boys of Racing return to the Lauderdale County Agri-Center on May 14, 15, & 16 for an exciting, family-friendly event. 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...

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.

Arts & Crafts Shows

  • Homemaker Craft Show and Sale
    1725 Carousel Drive • Meridian, MS 39307
    Frank Cochran Center in Highland Park
    601-482-9764
    This annual show features homemade crafts from local small businesses and homemakers.
    Sponsored By: Lauderdale County Cooperative Extension Service

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...

  • Arts in the Park
    Highway 19 South • Meridian, MS 39302
    Bonita Lake Park
    601-693-2787
    This annual event has been part of the Meridian culture for decades. Attendees enjoy an art exhibit, an art competition, food vendors, children's activities and live local entertainment. more...

  • Soule' Live Steam Festival
    402 Nineteenth Avenue • Meridian, MS 39301
    601-917-3471
    Demonstrating and celebrating the history of steam works in the area, this festival includes live steam engjnes, antique equipment and a tour of the Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum.  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.

Sporting Events

  • State Games of Mississippi
    Post Office Box 5866 • Meridian, MS 39302
    601-482-0205
    This is Mississippi's largest amateur sporting event, with participants of all ages. Modeled after Olympic competition, the event begins with an Opening Ceremony, the lighting of the torch and a parade of athletes. Winners of the games are awarded gold, silver and bronze medals.  more...

  • EMBDC Annual Golf Tournament
    308 Briarwood Road • Meridian, MS 39305
    Briarwood Country Club
    601-693-1306
    Vistors to this tournament will enjoy the excitement of a pro-am golf game.

Parades

  • Holiday Christmas Parade
    Downtown Meridian at Dumont Plaza
    601-482-6699
    Celebrate the holidays with this brightly lit and colorful parade that includes wonderful floats, community groups, horses, marching bands, and dancers.

  • Meridian Christmas Parade
    Downtown Meridian
    601-482-6699
    Ring in the holiday season by celebrating with a beautiful parade. Colorful floats will wind through the downtown area. You may even see St. Nick himself! more...

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