MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts

MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts

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🎶 Where music and community come alive

From concerts to conferences, the Grand Opera House is downtown Meridian’s go-to for unforgettable events.

Experience the magic at the MSU Riley Center! ✨

06/04/2026

✨ TONIGHT: The Stage is Set! ✨

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the MSU Riley Center. We are officially SOLD OUT for tonight’s performance!

We are thrilled to welcome these legendary bands to our stage for a night of classic hits:

🎸 Atlanta Rhythm Section, 🔥 Firefall, ☀️ Orleans, and 🎻 Pure Prairie League

🕡 Doors: 6:30 PM
🎹 Show: 7:30 PM
🥤 Concessions: Available in the lobbies!
🎟️ A FULL HOUSE! 🎟️

Come ready for great vibes and legendary live music. It’s going to be a night to remember! 🎶

06/02/2026

We are officially 2 days away from wrapping up an incredible season! To help you count down the hours until Thursday's show, we curated the ultimate "Analog Gold" playlist.

Hit the link below to stream it now on Spotify and get in the zone for June 4th! 🎧
[https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4b67pbWBwXQP3byExU2PRv?si=aaoYx5VKQ6eCfk0jznyI5w]

Photos from MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts's post 05/14/2026

The MSU Riley Center congratulates the graduates of the East Mississippi Business Development Corporation's Leadership Lauderdale Class of '25-'26.

We'd also like to extend a special congratulations to our very own, MSU Riley Center's Serena Sanders and MSU-Meridian's Demetria Walker for their hard work and dedication to completing this cherished class.

Well done, everyone!

Photos from MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts's post 05/11/2026

They were folk to funk, rock 'n' roll to country, but mostly they were memorable! The MSU Riley Center gives a huge shout out and thank you to the musicians of Jamestown Revival, who brought everything they had to our historic theater this weekend as part of Jimmie Rodgers Festival and Museum events!

Happy trails, guys! We cannot wait for your return!

05/08/2026

TONIGHT: Jamestown Revival at the MSU Riley Center! 🎸The energy is building and the stage is set! We can’t wait to welcome Jamestown Revival to Meridian tonight for a night of incredible harmonies and high-energy Americana.Good news:

Tickets are still available! Don’t miss out on the chance to see this show in our historic theater—grab yours at the link below and come join the party!

🕡 Doors open: 6:30 PM
🎶 Show starts: 7:30 PM
Concessions: Available on the Parquet Level only.

🎫🎟 GET TICKETS HERE: [https://www.msurileycenter.com/events/2026/jamestown-revival]

Photos from MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts's post 05/06/2026

Few things compare to the crystal-clear artistry of Alison Krauss & The Union Station. We are so grateful to this phenomenal group of musicians—including the incomparable Jerry Douglas—for a night filled with soul, laughter, and their most beloved songs. It was a performance we won’t soon forget.

05/05/2026

✨ TONIGHT at the MSU Riley Center! ✨

The energy is going to be unforgettable as we welcome the legendary Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas to our stage! 🎻🌟

We are officially at a FULL HOUSE, and we couldn't be more excited to see everyone filling the seats for this sold-out performance. Get ready for an evening of hauntingly beautiful melodies and world-class musicianship! 🎼

🚪 Doors open: 6:30 PM
🎹 Show starts: 7:30 PM
🥤 Concessions: Available in ALL lobbies for your convenience!

🎫 SOLD OUT 🎫

05/04/2026

🎻We are officially 24 hours away from Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas taking the stage at the MSU Riley Center!

To help you get in the headspace for an incredible evening of world-class bluegrass and Americana, we’ve curated the “Velvet & Vinyl” playlist. From hauntingly beautiful ballads to virtuosic instrumental tracks, it’s the perfect way to spend your final countdown.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1CBWQFRnFWuBUxtYXdjCeM?si=eSYo7hJHSDap0bmxWagjPA&pi=8QLb2XerRDO3m ]

Photos from MSU Riley Center for Education and Performing Arts's post 05/01/2026

Fifty years of beloved memories descended on the MSU Riley Center last night as we collectively relived some of the happiest times of our lives to the tunes of Air Supply. We're so very grateful to this band, who brought their enduring energy, lasting legacy and endless creativity to Meridian! You and your team were a pure pleasure!

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2200 5th Street
Meridian, MS
39301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm