The MAX - The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience

06/11/2026

The first NightMarket of the season is only two weeks away!

Enjoy live music and food trucks while you shop fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique finds from artisan vendors. Plus, explore The MAX with free admission.

Earth's Bounty

06/10/2026

As we get ready to open our new exhibition "John Jennings: Build Your World" next week, there's no better time to join Comic Commons at The MAX.

Held every second Saturday of the month, Comic Commons is an open studio-style hangout for comic lovers of all kinds. Come read, connect, and create in a laid-back, welcoming space this Saturday, June 13.

https://www.msarts.org/events/comic-commons/

06/10/2026

Who’s ready to see Jamal Roberts perform at the City of Meridian-Government’s America 250 Concert on Saturday, July 4?

As we count down to the celebration, we’re looking back on the incredible week Roberts spent at The MAX this spring, when he reunited his Soul Sound Choir and gave more than 100 students the opportunity to learn, grow, and share the stage with a mentor committed to investing in the next generation of Mississippi artists.

Three months later, we’re still thinking about that unforgettable spring break.

Thank you again to Jamal and every member of the Soul Sound Choir for making the experience so special.

Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) | Downtown Me...

06/09/2026

One step closer to opening day.

Our team is getting ready for our new exhibition "John Jennings: Build Your World," opening Saturday, June 20 at The MAX.

Don't miss a full day of fun, including live performances, art activities, and an artist talk with the Mississippi native and award-winning graphic novelist.

www.msarts.org/johnjennings

06/08/2026

What does it take to build a world?

For Mississippi-born artist, scholar, and bestselling graphic novelist John Jennings, it starts with imagination.

Afrofuturism asks us to imagine Black people in the future—to dream beyond the limits of the present while drawing power from our histories, cultures, and communities. Through comics folklore, and speculative storytelling, Jennings has become one of the leading voices in this movement, creating worlds that challenge how stories are seen, remembered, and reimagined.

From Marvel's "Silver Surfer: Ghost Light" to his acclaimed adaptation of Octavia Butler's "Kindred," Jennings's work explores the possibilities that emerge when Black imagination becomes world-building.

Now, for the first time, Mississippi audiences can step inside those worlds.

Join us for the opening day of "John Jennings: Build Your World," an immersive exhibition featuring original artwork, sketches, storyboards, soundscapes, and interactive experiences that bring Jennings's creative universe to life.

Opening Day Programming Includes:
🥁 African dance and drum circle with Nspire Walker
⚡ Performance by Leaving Legacies KRUMP street dancers
🎨 Hands-on art-making activities with Justin Ransburg and H.I. Green
🗣️ Artist talk with John Jennings

Together, these experiences transform the exhibition into a living space for creativity, reflection, joy, and world-building.

📍 The MAX | Meridian, MS
🗓 Saturday, June 20, 2026
🕙 10 am–3 pm
✨ Build your world at The MAX

06/08/2026

What can Medgar Evers's life and legacy teach us today?

Hear from his daughter, Reena Evers-Everette, in this powerful video, then join us at The MAX this Saturday, June 13, for a free screening of the new documentary "Everlasting: The Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers."

Following the screening, Evers-Everette will join the film's director, Taiwo Gaynor, and Michael Morris of the Two Mississippi Museums for a conversation exploring Evers's enduring impact and why his story remains as relevant as ever.

Presented in partnership with the Mississippi Humanities Council, MPB - Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute.

RSVP: https://www.msarts.org/events/everlasting-a-conversation-with-taiwo-gaynor-reena-evers-everette/

Today would have been Medgar Evers' 100th birthday. His daughter, R...

06/06/2026

Join us at The MAX next Saturday, June 13, for a screening of the new MPB documentary, “Everlasting: The Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers,” followed by a conversation with Reena Evers-Everette, daughter of civil rights icon Medgar Evers, and the film’s director, Taiwo Gaynor.

Presented in partnership with the Mississippi Humanities Council, MPB - Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute, this special event offers a deeper look at the life and enduring impact of one of Mississippi's most influential civil rights leaders.

RSVP: https://www.msarts.org/events/everlasting-a-conversation-with-taiwo-gaynor-reena-evers-everette

06/06/2026

What a fun day at The MAX with the HGTV Home Town crew!

Ben and Erin Napier, we're big fans of the incredible work you do and the positive spotlight you continue to shine on Mississippi. We can't wait to share more about Home Town's visit to The MAX. Stay tuned!

06/05/2026

Looking for plans tomorrow night? Join us in the Citizens National Bank Courtyard at The MAX for a free performance featuring Trey Lyons, Mark Willcutt, Amye Gousset, and many more.

Cash bar and food trucks will be available on site. Parental guidance suggested.

06/05/2026

In celebration of America 250, Mississippi Power customers enjoy $2.50 admission to The MAX all summer!

We're proud to partner with the Mississippi Power Foundation to give families the option to have an affordable, creative, and cultural experience.

Plus, FREE school field trips for all schools in Mississippi Power's service area throughout the 2026/2027 school year.

https://www.mississippipower.com/community/news-center/2026/mississippi-power-foundation-partners-with-mississippi-arts-entertainment-experience.html