Entertain Me!

Meridian sounds good! See where music’s past and present are legendary – for both venues and performances. Whether you’re in the mood for a theatrical performance on a grand stage or you want to hear some authentic rock ’n’ roll at a juke joint, a visit to Meridian is a sound decision.

 

The Balcony Bar at Weidmann’s
210 22nd Avenue
601-581-5770

Since 1870, generations of families have gathered around Weidmann’s tables to sample some of the greatest food and beverages available. With the addition of The Balcony Bar, you can still enjoy great food and beverages – over 45 beers to choose from – with heaping spoonfuls of live entertainment.

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The Brickhouse Bar & Grill
2206 Front Street
601-286-3153

 

Echo Lounge
2104 C Street
601-693-1523

The Echo, a true Mississippi juke joint, comes complete with cold beer, pool tables and live music seven nights a week. This establishment boasts the hard-earned longtime motto “There’s Always a Show at The Echo.”

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Meridian Little Theater
4334 Highway 39 North
601-482-6371

Mississippi’s oldest community theater, established in 1932, has been entertaining theatergoers with a stimulating array of musicals, American standards and children’s theater for over 79 years. With five shows each season (October-May), there’s something for everyone.

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Meridian Symphony Orchestra
Performs at MSU Riley Center, 2200 5th Street
601-696-2200

Offering the finest in classical symphonic masterpieces for over 50 years, the 75-member professional orchestra performs throughout the year at the MSU Riley Center. For tickets, call 601-696-2200 or visit www.msurileycenter.com.

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Meridian Underground Music
2220 8th Street
601-485-1363
www.meridianundergroundmusic.com

 

MSU Riley Center
2200 5th Street
601-696-2200
 
Experience performing-arts events in a spectacular theater with amazing acoustics and the promise of an intimate experience with the artists from almost every seat. Located in the heart of downtown Meridian, this fully restored 1890 Grand Opera House Theatre plays host to legends such as B.B. King, Béla Fleck & The Flecktones, and Merle Haggard.

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Rhythm & Brews
2311 Front Street
601-282-5608

Looking for a place to watch a big sporting event, see live entertainment or meet people and have a great time? Rhythm & Brews provides a fun and friendly atmosphere. In addition to offering a wide variety of drinks, great service and entertainment, Rhythm & Brews also serves food.

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Temple Theater
2320 8th Street
601-693-5353

Also in the heart of downtown Meridian, this Moorish Revival-style theater was designed by famed architect Emile Weil and opened in 1928. Vaudeville and movies once reigned, but area events, stage shows, plays and concerts draw crowds today. On the first Friday of each month The Sucarnochee Revue, hosted by Jacky Jack White, fills the stage with the Black Belt’s finest singers and songwriters.

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