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...

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

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

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

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...