Sunday Jazz & Skyline Sips at The Boxcar
📍 The Boxcar Rooftop
Unwind on Sunday afternoon with mellow live jazz, skyline sunset breezes, and craft cocktails on the open-air deck of The Boxcar at The Threefoot Hotel.
Family-friendly activities, children's museum programs, storytimes, park events, and youth happenings in Meridian, MS.
Chronological schedule of approved events across Meridian & Lauderdale County
📍 The Boxcar Rooftop
Unwind on Sunday afternoon with mellow live jazz, skyline sunset breezes, and craft cocktails on the open-air deck of The Boxcar at The Threefoot Hotel.
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump sta...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based ...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
All ages, materials provided. A new topic every week: color theory, perspective, watercolor and more. Schedule: Every Tue (Beginners 6 PM · Intermediate 7 PM...
📍 Frank Cochran Center
Annual Celebration of Excellence charity gala, dinner, and community fundraiser at the Frank Cochran Center in Highland Park benefiting the Boys & Girls Club...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Rocky's Book Club Have you met the beloved Talk From the Start mascot and literacy advocate, Rocky the Reader? He's a jolly pup who loves to read, play liter...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Wonder Wednesday Join us this Wednesday at 3:30pm for Air in Motion, Science in Action! During this Wonder Wednesday, get ready to investigate the Bernoulli ...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Know to Grow Join us this Thursday at 3:30pm for Know to Grow, Seeds of Wonder. Join us at the museum as young gardeners dig into the wonder of winter planti...
📍 Meridian City Hall Lawn
More info: https://www.facebook.com/MitchellDistributing
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Kick off your holiday shopping early in the heart of Mississippi's Queen City! Join us for the annual Downtown Meridian Holiday Open House as our local retai...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
Singers, songwriters, poets, first-timers. Sign up when you get here. Nobody's going to boo you off the stage. Schedule: Every Thu (From 6 PM · Free). Free a...
📍 Highland Park
Celebrate the release of American Idol winner Jamal Roberts’ new album, "The Journey"! Catch Jamal & Friends performing live in Meridian, MS for one nigh...
📍 Soulé Steam Feed Works (Industrial Heritage Museum)
Day 1 of the annual Soulé Live Steam Show at the Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum (1808 4th St). Experience live operating steam engines, historic belt...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided ...
📍 The Boxcar Rooftop
Kick off your weekend 16 stories above Meridian! Head up to The Boxcar atop the historic Threefoot Hotel for artisanal craft cocktails, shareable flatbreads,...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Shop fresh local produce, groove to live music at the final Earth’s Bounty of the season, and explore The MAX with free admission all day long. More info: ht...
📍 Dumont Plaza
An all-day outdoor painting and urban sketching festival across Historic Downtown Meridian happening the same Saturday morning as Earth’s Bounty and Railfest...
📍 Meridian Railroad Museum
Join us for the largest railroad event in East Mississippi. Meridian Railfest will be held November 7th, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Model train vendors will be on site....
📍 Soulé Steam Feed Works (Industrial Heritage Museum)
Main festival Saturday of the annual Soulé Live Steam Show & Meridian Mini Maker Faire at the Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum (1808 4th St)! Experienc...
📍 Long Creek VFD,4892 Zero Road, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
Come join us where horsepower meets heroes. We will also have Great Food Live Music Vendors Booths Kids Activities And more
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Curious about our temporary exhibition, John Jennings: Build Your World? Join the curator, Benjamen Douglas, for a guided tour to learn more about John Jenni...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
Free video games, board games and card games, plus $1 pool all day. Schedule: Every Sat (All day · Free). Free admission, all ages welcome. Official Info: ht...
📍 2530 Highway 45 North, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
Fifth Street Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its 112th church anniversary Sunday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. at 2530 Highway 45 North in Meridian. The celeb...
📍 Copeland Center & The Ruins, 2501 4th Street, Meridian, MS 39301
Local event hosted in Meridian, MS. Event details and advance registration available on Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wellness-seminar-tickets-2...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
Bring your party or find one. Beginners welcome. Schedule: Every Sun (12 PM – 6 PM · Free). Free admission, all ages welcome. Official Info: https://meridian...
📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library
Free weekly family storytime, interactive songs, and hands-on LEGO/STEM building activities for children and parents at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public...
📍 EAST MISSISSIPPI VETERANS PARK,M Street, Meridian, MS 39307, USA
The Veterans Day Planning Committee invites all citizens to attend the Veterans Day Tribute at the November 11, 2026 on Wednesday, November 11 at 10:30 a.m. ...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Step into a magical Winter Wonderland at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian (403 22nd Ave), featuring sock skating, snowfalls, holiday STEM exhibit...
📍 MSU Riley Center for Education & Performing Arts
With five GRAMMYs, 14 Blues Foundation Awards, and a groundbreaking career spanning nearly 50 years under his belt, Keb' Mo's got nothing left to prove. Just...
📍 Lauderdale County CTE Center, Hwy 11 & 80, Meridian, MS 39301
Classic car, custom truck, motorcycle, and antique tractor show hosted by the local Lauderdale County FFA Rising Sun chapter at the Lauderdale County Career ...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Explore the art of screen printing in this hands-on workshop with artist Morgan Keenan at The MAX. Whether you're new to the process or looking to try a new ...
📍 Historic Kewanee Cotton Gin, 5493 Hwy 11/80, Kewanee / Toomsuba, MS 39364
Lauderdale County’s beloved annual agricultural heritage, artisan craft, and live music festival at the historic Kewanee Cotton Gin complex along Old Highway...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Bring your projects or ideas to our monthly, open-door gathering for comic lovers of all kinds—or come to read, connect, and create in a welcoming, shared st...
📍 Multiple Locations
Join us for our third annual Tour of Homes! Experience the warmth and charm of East Mississippi this holiday season through the Community Foundation of East ...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
The MAX and Earth's Bounty invite you to celebrate the holidays at Merry NightMarket. Kick off your holiday shopping and stop by The MAX for great food and d...
📍 Restaurant of the Week, Poplar Springs Drive, Meridian, MS 39305
Local event hosted in Meridian, MS. Event details and advance registration available on Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-with-christians-mer...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Skip the big-box lines and corporate algorithms. Pink Friday is about shopping small, curated, and local before Black Friday chaos hits. Hit The MAX Store an...
📍 Dumont Plaza
Friday, November 20, 2026 | All Day (Select shops open late until 7 PM) Skip the big-box lines and generic algorithms. Pink Friday is about shopping small, c...
📍 MSU Riley Center for Education & Performing Arts
Playing is the joy and satisfaction of touring, but it comes with the hard part — travel, the endless miles on a bus. There's no dodging the wear and tear, a...
📍 Temple Theater for the Performing Arts
The Ultimate ELVIS Christmas! All New SHOW - COTE DEONATH live at the historic Temple Theatre for the Performing Arts in downtown Meridian, MS. Experience li...
📍 Temple Theater for the Performing Arts
4th Annual Battle of the Beards-Presented by Meridian Underground Music - November 21st 2026 at the Temple Theater Ballroom. All Proceeds benefit Baptist Can...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Enjoy sweet treats, warm cocoa, and cheerful moments visiting with Mrs. Claus at Merrehope during Cocoa & Cookies with Mrs. Claus. Your afternoon also includ...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Professional photographer Mark Davis will be at Trees of Christmas at Merrehope on Sunday, Nov. 29th to photograph your children with Santa by the Victorian ...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Celebrate Thanksgiving break during Week of Gratitude at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian (Nov 23–28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; closed Thanksgivin...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Celebrate the season in grand style at the 58th Annual Trees of Christmas at Merrehope. This year's theme, "A Season To Sparkle," fills the historic 20-room ...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
School's out, and the fun is served! Come to Magic Monday from 10 AM – 3 PM for hands-on activities, creative play, and plenty of surprises. Make your Monday...
📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library
Celebrate the holiday season with us at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library during Santa's Holiday Market! Join us for a festive day filled with ho...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Closed for Thanksgiving The museum will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Official Event & Tickets: https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/cl...
📍 Lazy Acres Farm
Looking for the best Christmas experience in Mississippi? Lazy Acres in Lights is one of Mississippi's favorite holiday destinations, featuring spectacular l...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
BLACK FRIDAY SALE Shop in store to enjoy discounted merchandise at the MCM-M ToyBox on November 27th! Monday – Saturday Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Hours: ...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Spend Thanksgiving weekend at historic Merrehope for Cocoa & Cookies with Mrs. Claus and Pictures with Santa! Includes warm cocoa, holiday cookies, festive f...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Professional photographer Mark Davis will be at Trees of Christmas at Merrehope on Sunday, Nov. 29th to photograph your children with Santa by the Victorian ...
📍 Meridian Railroad Museum
Spreading cheer across the U.S. and Canada, the CPKC Holiday Train is a brightly decorated train that invites communities to gather, enjoy live music, and su...
📍 Meridian City Hall Lawn
Join the City of Meridian for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on City Hall Lawn. Enjoy music by DJ Tech and entertainment by The Covenant Dancers...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Experience the 58th Annual Trees of Christmas illuminated after dark during Candlelight & Carols at Merrehope. Stroll through the glowing historic mansion fr...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Put on your favorite holiday pajamas for Peppermint & PJs at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian! Enjoy an after-hours Winter Wonderland holiday par...
📍 The Threefoot Hotel
Celebrate Christmas Parade Saturday in Downtown Meridian at Tinsel & Tea 2026 inside the historic Threefoot Hotel (601 22nd Ave)! Hosted by Downtown Meridian...
📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)
Enjoy live gospel in the Structural Steel Hall of Fame by Rodrick Fox and members of the Freedom Rock Christian Fellowship Church choir. More info: https://w...
📍 Dumont Plaza
The region's largest nighttime Christmas parade returns to downtown. The City of Meridian presents Smurfy Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5th. For mor...
📍 MSU Riley Center for Education & Performing Arts
The Meridian Symphony Association presents Peppermint Pops: Where Tradition Meets Wonder, a holiday concert tradition held at the MSU Riley Center.
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Sundays with Santa Step into Winter WONDER-Land at the Mississippi Children's Museum – Meridian on December 6 from 2 – 4 PM to spend your Sunday with Santa! ...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Reindeer Workshop Join us for our Reindeer Workshops! During this workshop, children will sharpen their fine motor skills, unlock their inner designer and ma...
📍 Meridian Little Theatre
Meridian Little Theatre presents Elf - The Musical on the historic Highway 39 mainstage! Follow Buddy the Elf on his hilarious, heartwarming journey from the...
📍 Northcrest Baptist Church & The SPOT Pediatric Therapy, Meridian, MS 39305
An inclusive, sensory-friendly holiday festival thoughtfully designed for children and families with special needs in Meridian and Lauderdale County! Hosted ...
📍 Meridian Little Theatre
Meridian Little Theatre presents Elf - The Musical on the historic Highway 39 mainstage! Follow Buddy the Elf on his hilarious, heartwarming journey from the...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Cheers to mimosas, live entertainment, scrumptious brunch fare, and tours on this delightful Saturday morning during the 58th Annual Trees of Christmas at Me...
📍 MSU Riley Center for Education & Performing Arts
Glow Before the Show! Arrive early for special pre-show holiday activities right in our lobby! Lightwire Theater's A Very Electric Christmas is coming to the...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
More info: https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/merry-at-the-museum/
📍 Meridian Little Theatre
Meridian Little Theatre presents Elf - The Musical on the historic Highway 39 mainstage! Follow Buddy the Elf on his hilarious, heartwarming journey from the...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Celebrate Sunday, December 13 at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian with Reindeer Workshop & Sundays with Santa! Children can craft holiday keepsak...
📍 Meridian Little Theatre
Meridian Little Theatre presents Elf - The Musical on the historic Highway 39 mainstage! Follow Buddy the Elf on his hilarious, heartwarming journey from the...
📍 Merrehope Historic Home
Bring your own spirits and experience the magic of Trees of Christmas at Merrehope at night under thousands of glowing Christmas lights. This festive evening...
📍 Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian
Rocky's Book Club Have you met the beloved Talk From the Start mascot and literacy advocate, Rocky the Reader? He's a jolly pup who loves to read, play liter...
📍 4266 Poplar Springs Drive, Meridian, MS
Celebrate the season with festive finds, unique gifts, and holiday cheer. Bring your Christmas List and get a jump start on holiday shopping! Refreshments, d...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
Bring your party or find one. Beginners welcome. Schedule: Every Sun (12 PM – 6 PM · Free). Free admission, all ages welcome. Official Info: https://meridian...
📍 Meridian Underground Music (MUM)
Halloween at MUM goes back to the very beginning, and this is the 30th annual. Kids' and adults' costume contests at 7 PM, with prizes donated by local busin...
📍 Divine Revelation Baptist Church,117 11th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
Halloween Treat Bags Giveaway to be held on Saturday, 10/31/2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Divine Revelation Baptist Church, located at: 117 11th Av...
📍 1610 Maple St, Meridian, MS 39301-6725, United States
2nd Annual Lakemont Neighborhood Community Trick or Treating featuring several houses participating with great candy stops!