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SunNov 08
Tonight Strong match
Film

New Orleans Film SOciety Presents: Louisiana Shorts On Tour

Sun, Nov 08 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

In Partnership with the New Orleans Film Society Genre: Louisiana Short Films Rating: NR Year: 2026 ‍ Ticket Price: $20 Celebrate local filmmaking with a curated Louisiana shorts festival at Manship Theatre in partnership with New Orleans Film Society. Featuring the 2026 NOFS Louisiana Shorts selections, this special event includes screenings of outstanding short films, a panel discussion with participating filmmakers, and a lively reception in The Gallery at Manship featuring a New Orleans DJ.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
I Spy My Little Eye A Turkey Local pick
OtherEveryone Family

I Spy My Little Eye A Turkey

Mon, Nov 09–Tue, Nov 10 2 days

Raymond Public Library

About 14 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
Byram Adult Book Club Local pick
Book ClubAdults

Byram Adult Book Club

Mon, Nov 09 ·

Beverly J. Brown Library

About 16 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
Raymond Public Library Afterschool Chess Club Local pick
S.T.R.E.A.MChildren Family

Raymond Public Library Afterschool Chess Club

Mon, Nov 09 ·

Raymond Public Library

About 14 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
Afterschool Chess at Raymond Public Library Local pick
S.T.R.E.A.MChildren Family

Afterschool Chess at Raymond Public Library

Mon, Nov 09 ·

Raymond Public Library

About 14 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueNov 10
Local pick
Adults

Unplug and Unwind

Tue, Nov 10 ·

Bolden/Moore Library

Take a breather and enjoy some quiet time with our adult coloring pages. Stop by, pick a design, and color at your own pace. It's a simple way to relax while you're here. Join us Tuesdays at 9am-12pm.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatNov 14
Red Rockers Present Anarchy in the USA Strong match

Red Rockers Present Anarchy in the USA

Sat, Nov 14 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

w/ The Normals, Dash Rip Rock, Lenny Zenith and RZA

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunNov 15
Jamie MacDonald Strong match

Jamie MacDonald

Sun, Nov 15 ·

BJCC Theatre · Birmingham, AL

About 213 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 30 min drive

With Joe L Barnes Singer/songwriter Jamie MacDonald is one of the newest members of the Capitol Christian Music Group (CCMG) family. After years of honing her craft behind the scenes, MacDonald has quickly emerged as a breakout artist, earning widespread attention for her powerful debut and authentic storytelling. With over 1.1M monthly Spotify listeners, 135M+ global streams, and 130M+ social views, she has built a rapidly growing fanbase. Her career includes major radio success—including multiple #1 hits before her debut album release—alongside collaborations with top Nashville songwriters and producers. Jamie’s music has also been featured across film, television, and major network placements. Her debut self-titled album is available now. Events at the BJCC provide the community with a variety of programming that showcases a wide spectrum of entertainment content, points of view and opinions. The entertainment content, views and opinions expressed in these works or performances are solely those of the performer, artist or producer and do not necessarily reflect the values or opinions of the BJCC.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
ThuNov 19
Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors Strong match
Arena EventsMajor Concerts

Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors

Thu, Nov 19 ·

FedExForum · Memphis, TN

About 196 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriNov 20
Standout
Major ConcertsAmphitheater

Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra

Fri, Nov 20 ·

Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater · Tuscaloosa, AL

About 164 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra Show Time: 7:00 PM Gates: 6:00 PM Get Tickets Experience the holiday classic like never before! Watch Home Alone on the big screen while the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra performs the entire score live, perfectly synchronized to every unforgettable moment. Featuring the Alabama Choir School, this magical evening comes to the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater on Friday, November 20 at 7:00pm. Tickets available at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater Box Office and exclusively on Ticketmaster.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Sep 24
TueNov 24
Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out Live – The Next Generation Tour Strong match

Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out Live – The Next Generation Tour

Tue, Nov 24 ·

Legacy Arena at the BJCC · Birmingham, AL

About 213 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 30 min drive

With Justina Valentine, DC Young Fly, Conceited, Hitman Holla, BJ D-Wreck, Jhonnie Damn D, Zeddy Will, Zoe Spencer, Kozar Kane, N3on and JDSnevermissin. Wild ‘N Out: Live Tour ’26 takes the wildly popular comedy battle show out of the studio and into packed venues across America. Hosted by Nick Cannon, this live version of the show captures the raw, unfiltered energy of Wild ‘N Out, featuring local celebrities, musicians, and team captains bringing fresh heat to the stage. Fans can expect their favorite high-energy improv games, hilarious roast battles, and exclusive live performances from the biggest names in hip-hop. Events at the BJCC provide the community with a variety of programming that showcases a wide spectrum of entertainment content, points of view and opinions. The entertainment content, views and opinions expressed in these works or performances are solely those of the performer, artist or producer and do not necessarily reflect the values or opinions of the BJCC.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedNov 25
Memphis Grizzlies vs LA Clippers Strong match
Arena EventsMajor Concerts

Memphis Grizzlies vs LA Clippers

Wed, Nov 25 ·

FedExForum · Memphis, TN

About 196 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Memphis Grizzlies vs. LA Clippers

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriNov 27
The Split Personality Tour with DaBaby and special guest Rocko Strong match

The Split Personality Tour with DaBaby and special guest Rocko

Fri, Nov 27 ·

BJCC Concert Hall · Birmingham, AL

About 213 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 30 min drive

This is a 21+ Event. Featuring the Terence Young Symphony Orchestra The Split Personality Tour brings together two sides of hip-hop for one unforgettable night. DaBaby, with special guest Rocko, takes the stage alongside the Terence Young Symphony Orchestra for a one-of-a-kind, black-tie concert experience that reimagines hip-hop through the power of a live symphony. The evening begins with an elevated orchestral performance, as DaBaby and Rocko’s music is transformed by lush strings, brass and the full force of the Terence Young Symphony Orchestra. Then, the night shifts gears. The second half trades the symphony for the raw energy of a traditional hip-hop show, delivering the hits, intensity and atmosphere fans know and love. Two sounds. Two experiences. One night. Dress to impress and experience hip-hop from both sides at The Split Personality Tour. This show will be a Black-Tie Event Events at the BJCC provide the community with a variety of programming that showcases a wide spectrum of entertainment content, points of view and opinions. The entertainment content, views and opinions expressed in these works or performances are solely those of the performer, artist or producer and do not necessarily reflect the values or opinions of the BJCC.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunNov 29
Memphis Grizzlies vs LA Lakers Strong match
Arena EventsMajor Concerts

Memphis Grizzlies vs LA Lakers

Sun, Nov 29 ·

FedExForum · Memphis, TN

About 197 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Memphis Grizzlies vs. LA Lakers Giveaway : Grizz Basketball KIDS DAY

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
ThuDec 03
Jodeci: Forever My Lady 35th Anniversary Tour Strong match

Jodeci: Forever My Lady 35th Anniversary Tour

Thu, Dec 03 ·

BJCC Concert Hall · Birmingham, AL

About 213 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 30 min drive

Celebrating 35 years as one of the most influential R&B groups of all time, JODECI established themselves as a trendsetting force throughout the culture with their signature style, soulful harmonies, and chart-topping hits. Throughout their historic career JODECI has sold over 20 million records worldwide, achieved five #1 hits, ten Top 10 hits, and three #1 albums on the Billboard charts, as well as countless wins and nominations from the Soul Train Music Awards, American Music Awards, BET Music Awards, and Billboard Music Awards. Their debut album Forever My Lady (1991) was a huge success reaching #1 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart in its first week of release, and featured the hit single, “Forever My Lady,” which climbed to #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles and Tracks chart. Ruling the charts for an unprecedented 49 weeks, the album’s classic hits “Come & Talk To Me,” and “Stay,” also topped the charts reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. JODECI’s legendary sound and style has shaped the world of R&B and continues to influence a new generation of artists. Events at the BJCC provide the community with a variety of programming that showcases a wide spectrum of entertainment content, points of view and opinions. The entertainment content, views and opinions expressed in these works or performances are solely those of the performer, artist or producer and do not necessarily reflect the values or opinions of the BJCC.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 12
Dixie National Rodeo Strong match
Annual EventSports

Dixie National Rodeo

Fri, Feb 12 ·

MS Coliseum · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 04
ThuMar 11
JXN Food & Wine Strong match
Annual EventFood & Drink

JXN Food & Wine

Thu, Mar 11 ·

MS Museum of Art Art Garden · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 04
SunNov 08
Tonight Strong match

Primetime

Sun, Nov 08 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Made in Louisiana! 2:00 P.M. Screening Screening at 2:00 p.m. + 5:00 p.m. Genre : Crime / Drama Rated: R Inspired by true events in 2006, "To Catch a Predator" host Chris Hansen sets out to make television history. But when a high-stakes operation goes fatally wrong, his veneered dream of fame curdles into a nightmare.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
Chair Exercise Local pick
Health & WellnessAdults

Chair Exercise

Mon, Nov 09 ·

Evelyn Taylor Majure Library

About 29 mi Road trip About 0 hr 30 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
MonNov 09
Adult Craft Local pick
Storytime/Arts & CraftsAdults

Adult Craft

Mon, Nov 09 ·

Evelyn Taylor Majure Library

About 29 mi Road trip About 0 hr 30 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatNov 14
Stephens Brothers Strong match

Stephens Brothers

Sat, Nov 14 ·

Rick's Cafe · Starkville, MS

About 113 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr drive

Tickets from $16

Official listing · verified Aug 06
WedNov 18
Free Strong match
Free

Day Dreaming - Free Screening and Artist Talk

Wed, Nov 18 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Free Screening! Join us for a free screening of Day Dreaming , a film by Chase Henderson celebrating the life and work of artist, systems ecologist and coastal oceanographer, Dr. John Day. Stay after the screening for an Artist Talk with John Day, then explore his current exhibition, DOCTOR DAZED DOODLE DELTA , on view in the Jones Walker Foyer Gallery! Genre: Documentary Rated: PG

Free admission

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatNov 21
Bluegrass Night with Tim Avalon Local pick

Bluegrass Night with Tim Avalon

Sat, Nov 21–Sat, Dec 05 2 days

Hal & Mal's · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Sep 09
SunNov 29
MS Gulf Coast Symphony: Peppermint Pops Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

MS Gulf Coast Symphony: Peppermint Pops

Sun, Nov 29 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

CLICK HERE FOR PEPPERMINT POPS TICKETS MS Gulf Coast Symphony: Peppermint Pops LIVE at the iMPAC Gulfport on Sunday, November 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Doors: 3:30 PM, Show: 4:30 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport All Ages | Card only.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 06
ThuDec 10
Homestead for the Holidays Strong match
Annual Event

Homestead for the Holidays

Thu, Dec 10 ·

Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum · Jackson, MS

About 3 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 04
WedMar 17
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra Strong match
Live MusicConcerts & Performances

World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra

Wed, Mar 17 ·

Immersive Media Performing Arts Center · Gulfport, MS

About 148 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

CLICK HERE FOR SWAN LAKE TICKETS World Ballet Company: Swan Lake with a LIVE Orchestra at the iMPAC Gulfport on Wednesday, March 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Doors 6:00 PM, Show 7:00 PM | Immersive Performing Arts Center Gulfport For ages 5 & over | Card only.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 06
WedNov 11
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Brooklyn Nets Strong match
Arena EventsMajor Concerts

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Brooklyn Nets

Wed, Nov 11 ·

Smoothie King Center · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriNov 13
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Memphis Grizzlies Strong match
Arena EventsMajor Concerts

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Fri, Nov 13 ·

Smoothie King Center · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriNov 13
Strong match

Butterr & Friends an Improv Collider Show

Fri, Nov 13 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Improv Comedy at the Studio! Rating: R-ish Step back into the ‘90s and spice up your comedy diet with Butterr, Baton Rouge’s own homegrown long-form improv team! Our unique “Living Room” format isn’t just a throwback—it’s a throw-down of heartfelt hilarity as we transform real-life stories into unscripted, laugh-out-loud scenes. Picture a 90s sitcom but way less predictable and with way more belly laughs.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatNov 14
Mississippi State Bulldogs Football vs. Auburn Tigers Football Strong match
Sports

Mississippi State Bulldogs Football vs. Auburn Tigers Football

Sat, Nov 14 ·

Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field · Mississippi State, MS

About 114 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 06

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