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Indoor & Rainy Day Activities in Meridian, MS

Don't let Mississippi rain spoil your day. Discover weather-proof indoor fun across Meridian, from 25,000 sq ft of hands-on exhibits at the Children's Museum to historic mansions and art galleries.

📅 69 Verified Events 📍 Meridian, MS ✍️ Curated by Our Meridian Events Editorial Team ✓ Updated October 2026
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Don't let Mississippi rain spoil your day. Discover weather-proof indoor fun across Meridian, from 25,000 sq ft of hands-on exhibits at the Children's Museum to historic mansions and art galleries.

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Rocky's Book Club
Family & Youth ↻ daily
Wed, Nov 4, 2026 •10:00 AM +23 more dates

Rocky's Book 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...

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Wonder Wednesday
Family & Youth ↻ weekly
Wed, Nov 4, 2026 •3:30 PM +4 more dates

Wonder Wednesday

📍 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 ...

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On Display Now: John Jennings - Build Your World
Community & Civic ↻ daily
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •9:00 AM

On Display Now: John Jennings - Build Your World

📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)

Step inside the imagination of award-winning graphic novelist John Jennings, and see where Mississippi mythology, ancestral spirits, and visionary science fi...

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On Display Now: The Jackson Comics Exhibition
Arts, Theater & Culture ↻ daily
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •9:00 AM

On Display Now: The Jackson Comics Exhibition

📍 Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX)

Explore the imagination and creativity of Mississippi comic artists in this temporary exhibition featuring sketches, paintings, and digital illustrations by ...

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K-5th Grade: Autumn Hues
Family & Youth Free Admission
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •3:30 PM

K-5th Grade: Autumn Hues

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The children will color a fall themed picture using various fall colored art materials.

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Downtown Meridian Holiday Open House
Food, Drink & Markets
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •5:00 PM

Downtown Meridian Holiday Open House

📍 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...

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Open Mic Night at MUM
Live Music & Concerts ↻ weekly
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •6:00 PM +4 more dates

Open Mic Night at MUM

📍 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...

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Trivia on Tap at Threefoot Brewing
Nightlife & Social ↻ weekly
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 •6:30 PM +3 more dates

Trivia on Tap at Threefoot Brewing

📍 Threefoot Brewing Company

Put your knowledge to the test! Free trivia competition with prizes for top teams, rotating food truck specials, and locally brewed Mississippi craft beer on...

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Soulé Live Steam Show & Festival (Friday)
Arts, Theater & Culture
Fri, Nov 6, 2026 •9:00 AM

Soulé Live Steam Show & Festival (Friday)

📍 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...

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Artful Friday
Family & Youth ↻ weekly
Fri, Nov 6, 2026 •3:30 PM +4 more dates

Artful Friday

📍 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 ...

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Railfest
Family & Youth
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 •9:00 AM

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....

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John Jennings: Build Your World Guided Tour
Arts, Theater & Culture
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 •10:00 AM

John Jennings: Build Your World Guided Tour

📍 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...

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Game Day at MUM
Community & Civic ↻ weekly
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 •10:00 AM +4 more dates

Game Day at MUM

📍 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...

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D&D Sundays at MUM
Community & Civic ↻ weekly
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 •12:00 PM +4 more dates

D&D Sundays at MUM

📍 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...

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Wellness Seminar
Classes & Workshops From $28.52
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 •3:00 PM

Wellness Seminar

📍 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...

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Adults: Bow Basics
Classes & Workshops Free Admission
Mon, Nov 9, 2026 •11:00 AM

Adults: Bow Basics

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Get ready to add a little flair to your holiday decorating! Join us for a fun, hands-on program where we'll learn how to make beautiful bows using ribbon and...

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ABC Come Play with Me
Family & Youth ↻ weekly
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 •10:00 AM +3 more dates

ABC Come Play with Me

📍 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...

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Toddler/PreK: Adventures with Biscuit
Family & Youth Free Admission
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 •10:00 AM

Toddler/PreK: Adventures with Biscuit

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The toddlers will try and find all the pictures Biscuit took of his favorite adventures during a picture book scavenger hunt.

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Friends of the Library Meeting
Classes & Workshops Free Admission
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 •3:00 PM

Friends of the Library Meeting

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The Friends of the Library will meet on Tuesday, November 10th, at 3:00 PM in the Boardroom on the second floor of the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Libr...

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Tech Tuesday
Family & Youth ↻ weekly
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 •3:30 PM +3 more dates

Tech Tuesday

📍 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 ...

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Free Art Classes at MUM
Classes & Workshops ↻ weekly
Tue, Nov 10, 2026 •6:00 PM +3 more dates

Free Art Classes at MUM

📍 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...

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Library Closure | Veterans Day
Community & Civic Free Admission
Wed, Nov 11, 2026 •All Day / Check Venue

Library Closure | Veterans Day

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Today, we honor and thank all wh...

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K-5th Grade: Creativity Workshop
Family & Youth Free Admission
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 •3:30 PM

K-5th Grade: Creativity Workshop

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The children will be able to create an art project of their choosing using the paper products provided.

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6th-12th Grade: Games & Crafts
Family & Youth Free Admission
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 •3:30 PM

6th-12th Grade: Games & Crafts

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Game on or get creative! Join us for a fun, laid-back afternoon where you get to choose how you spend your time. Challenge your friends to a game or show off...

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BGCEMS Celebration of Excellence 2026
Community & Civic ↻ weekly
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 •6:30 PM

BGCEMS Celebration of Excellence 2026

📍 Frank Cochran Center

Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of East Mississippi for our annual Celebration of Excellence, our signature fundraising event supporting Club operations and prog...

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Winter Wonderland
Family & Youth
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 •All Day / Check Venue

Winter Wonderland

📍 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...

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Screen Printing Workshop with Morgan Keenan
Classes & Workshops
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 •9:00 AM

Screen Printing Workshop with Morgan Keenan

📍 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 ...

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Kewanee Cotton Gin Festival
Community & Civic
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 •9:00 AM

Kewanee Cotton Gin Festival

📍 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...

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Comic Commons
Arts, Theater & Culture ↻ monthly
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 •10:00 AM

Comic Commons

📍 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...

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Tour of Homes
Arts, Theater & Culture
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 •2:00 PM

Tour of Homes

📍 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 ...

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Adults: Gratitude Circle
Classes & Workshops Free Admission
Mon, Nov 16, 2026 •11:00 AM

Adults: Gratitude Circle

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Take a moment to slow down, reflect, and share what you're thankful for! Join us for a relaxed hour of laughter, connection, and conversation as we use fun, ...

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Toddlers/PreK: Fall Tree Craft
Family & Youth Free Admission
Tue, Nov 17, 2026 •10:00 AM

Toddlers/PreK: Fall Tree Craft

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The toddlers will design a fall tree using different colored leaves and a tree template.

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6th-12th Grade: Gratitude Circle
Family & Youth Free Admission
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 •3:30 PM

6th-12th Grade: Gratitude Circle

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Take a moment to slow down, reflect, and share what you're thankful for! Join us for a relaxed hour of laughter, connection, and conversation as we use fun, ...

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Merry NightMarket
Food, Drink & Markets
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 •5:00 PM

Merry NightMarket

📍 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...

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Coffee with Christians: Meridian
Community & Civic
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 •All Day / Check Venue

Coffee with Christians: Meridian

📍 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...

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Downtown Meridian Pink Friday
Arts, Theater & Culture
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 •10:00 AM

Downtown Meridian Pink Friday

📍 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...

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4th Annual Battle of the Beards
Community & Civic
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 •6:00 PM

4th Annual Battle of the Beards

📍 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...

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Trees of Christmas at Merrehope
Arts, Theater & Culture Adults $15 | Military & Senior Citizens $10 | Students $5 ↻ daily
Sun, Nov 22, 2026 •1:00 PM +13 more dates

Trees of Christmas at Merrehope

📍 Merrehope Historic Home

Celebrate the holiday season in grand style at the 58th Annual Trees of Christmas at historic Merrehope! This year's theme, "A Season To Sparkle," fills the ...

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A Season to Sparkle Unveiling at Merrehope
Arts, Theater & Culture Free Admission
Sun, Nov 22, 2026 •1:00 PM

A Season to Sparkle Unveiling at Merrehope

📍 Merrehope Historic Home

Grand opening afternoon unveiling of the 58th Annual Trees of Christmas ("A Season to Sparkle") at historic Merrehope! Be among the first to tour over 70 cus...

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Pictures with Santa at Merrehope
Community & Civic $20
Sun, Nov 22, 2026 •1:00 PM

Pictures with Santa at Merrehope

📍 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 ...

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Week of Gratitude at MCM-Meridian
Family & Youth
Mon, Nov 23, 2026 •9:00 AM

Week of Gratitude at MCM-Meridian

📍 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...

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Magic Monday
Family & Youth ↻ monthly
Mon, Nov 23, 2026 •10:00 AM +2 more dates

Magic Monday

📍 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...

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Musician Spotlight featuring Richelle Putnam
Live Music & Concerts Free Admission
Mon, Nov 23, 2026 •11:00 AM

Musician Spotlight featuring Richelle Putnam

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Join us at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library for another installment of our Musician Spotlight series featuring local musician Richelle Putnam! E...

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Santa's Holiday Market
Family & Youth Free Admission
Tue, Nov 24, 2026 •10:00 AM

Santa's Holiday Market

📍 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...

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The Nutcracker
Arts, Theater & Culture
Tue, Nov 24, 2026 •7:00 PM

The Nutcracker

📍 Temple Theater for the Performing Arts

The Nutcracker live at the historic Temple Theatre for the Performing Arts in downtown Meridian, MS. Experience live entertainment and performing arts at Mer...

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Closed for Thanksgiving
Family & Youth
Thu, Nov 26, 2026 •All Day / Check Venue

Closed for Thanksgiving

📍 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...

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Library Closure | Thanksgiving Holiday
Classes & Workshops Free Admission
Thu, Nov 26, 2026 •All Day / Check Venue

Library Closure | Thanksgiving Holiday

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

The Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library will be closed Thursday, November 26 through Saturday, November 28, 2026, in observance of the Thanksgiving hol...

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MCM-M Black Friday ToyBox Sale
Family & Youth
Fri, Nov 27, 2026 •9:00 AM

MCM-M Black Friday ToyBox Sale

📍 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: ...

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Pictures w/Santa
Community & Civic $20
Sun, Nov 29, 2026 •1:00 PM

Pictures w/Santa

📍 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 ...

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Adults: BINGO
Classes & Workshops Free Admission
Mon, Nov 30, 2026 •11:00 AM

Adults: BINGO

📍 Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

Start your day with some bingo fun at the library! Join us for a lively morning of bingo games and the chance to win fun prizes. To give everyone a fair chan...

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CPKC Holiday Train
Live Music & Concerts Free Admission
Tue, Dec 1, 2026 •4:15 PM

CPKC Holiday Train

📍 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...

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Candlelight & Carols at Merrehope
Live Music & Concerts Free Admission
Thu, Dec 3, 2026 •5:30 PM

Candlelight & Carols at Merrehope

📍 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...

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Peppermint & PJs at MCM-Meridian
Family & Youth
Fri, Dec 4, 2026 •5:30 PM

Peppermint & PJs at MCM-Meridian

📍 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...

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Tinsel & Tea 2026 at The Threefoot Hotel
Family & Youth
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 •10:00 AM

Tinsel & Tea 2026 at The Threefoot Hotel

📍 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...

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A Mississippi Gospel Celebration
Live Music & Concerts
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 •1:00 PM

A Mississippi Gospel Celebration

📍 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...

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Peppermint Pops: Where Tradition Meets Wonder
Live Music & Concerts
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 •7:00 PM

Peppermint Pops: Where Tradition Meets Wonder

📍 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best indoor things to do on a rainy day in Meridian, MS?

Top rainy day activities include exploring the hands-on Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian, experiencing interactive music exhibits at The MAX, viewing free exhibits at the Meridian Museum of Art, and touring historic Merrehope.

Are there indoor activities for toddlers and young children in Meridian?

Yes! MCM-Meridian features dedicated toddler play areas, sensory stations, and indoor exploration gardens. The Lauderdale County Public Library also hosts free indoor children's storytimes and craft hours.

Is the Meridian Museum of Art indoors and free?

Yes, the Meridian Museum of Art is completely indoors in the historic 1912 Carnegie Library building and provides free public admission (donations appreciated).