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TueJan 26
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ThuSep 24
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Tech Help
Thu, Sep 24 ·
Evelyn Taylor Majure Library
About 152 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 30 min drive
Tickets available
ThuSep 24
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Book Club
Thu, Sep 24 ·
Evelyn Taylor Majure Library
About 152 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 30 min drive
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FriOct 02
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OINKLITERATION
Fri, Oct 02 ·
Hal & Mal's · Jackson, MS
About 162 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Friday, October 2, 2026 8:00 PM | The Red Room
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SunOct 04
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The Lone Bellow: What A Time To Be Alive Tour
Sun, Oct 04 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Genre: Indie/Americana/Folk Rock Fans Also Like : The Avett Brothers, Shovels & Rope, The Head and the Heart The Lone Bellow burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut in 2013. The Nashville-based trio quickly became known for their transcendent harmonies, serious musicianship and raucous live performance - creating what NPR calls, 'earnest and magnetic folk-pop built to shake the rafters.' This show will sell out, so grab your tickets!
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SunOct 11
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Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul - music Documentary
Sun, Oct 11 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Proceeds from ticket sales go directly to Live after Five! Genre: Music, Documentary Rating: NR Length: 1 hr 36 min This visionary music documentary traces the turbulent, transcendent life of Gregg Allman — from a childhood ruptured by his father’s murder to the soulful emergence that reshaped American music. Through archival recordings, candid interviews, and electric performances, the film follows Gregg’s musical awakening amid the blues he worshipped, the creation of the Allman Brothers Band with his brother, Duane, that would birth Southern Rock, and the grief that followed Duane’s fatal motorcycle crash.
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SatOct 17
Jackson State Tigers Football vs. Florida A&M Rattlers Football
Sat, Oct 17 ·
Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium · Jackson, MS
About 163 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
SatOct 17
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The Room & Big Shark Double Feature with Greg Sestero
Sat, Oct 17 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Double Feature + Baton Rouge Premiere Stay after the film for a Q&A with Greg Sestero! Genre: Drama Rated: R Experience the ultimate cult phenomenon on the big screen! The Room follows Johnny, a successful banker living what seems to be the perfect life in a San Francisco townhouse with his fiancée, Lisa. But when Lisa suddenly grows tired of Johnny and begins an affair with his best friend, Mark, a whirlwind of betrayal, melodrama, and unforgettable moments unfolds. Stick around after the screening for the Baton Rouge premiere of Tommy Wiseau's latest cinematic adventure, Big Shark ! When a colossal shark terrorizes New Orleans, three firefighters become the city's last hope in an outrageous action-comedy that only Tommy Wiseau could create.
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TueOct 20
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Dent May
Tue, Oct 20 ·
Hal & Mal's · Jackson, MS
About 162 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 8:00 PM | The Red Room
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SunOct 25
Elmo's Got the Moves
Sun, Oct 25 ·
City Hall Live · Brandon, MS
About 161 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Make unforgettable memories with your little ones at Elmos Got the Moves - the all-new Sesame Street Live show! This exciting experience brings Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to the stage with singing, dancing, and favorite songs like Sunny Days, Elmos Got the Moves, and Letter of the Day. Families will laugh, learn, and play together in a heartwarming celebration that youll treasure long after the final song.
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FriOct 30
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Fri, Oct 30 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Let's Do the Time Warp Again! Dress in costume for FREE popcorn! Genre: Horror / Musical Rated: R The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) is a musical comedy horror film about a newly engaged couple, Brad and Janet, whose car breaks down in a storm. They seek help at a creepy castle, where they discover an eccentric convention of alien transylvanians led by a charismatic, gender-bending mad scientist named Dr. Frank-N-Furter, who unveils his custom-built, muscular artificial man named Rocky.
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ThuNov 05
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USM Golden Eagles Football vs. James Madison Dukes Football
Thu, Nov 05 ·
M M Roberts Stadium · Hattiesburg, MS
About 105 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
SunNov 08
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New Orleans Film SOciety Presents: Louisiana Shorts On Tour
Sun, Nov 08 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 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
WedNov 11
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River City Jazz Masters 20th Anniversary: Wendell Brunious and The New Orleans Legends
Wed, Nov 11 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the River City Jazz Masters Series, presented by Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge. Wendell Brunious and The New Orleans Legends Genre: Traditional New Orleans Jazz
Tickets available
ThuNov 12
Switchfoot - Forever Now Tour
Thu, Nov 12 ·
City Hall Live · Brandon, MS
About 161 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Price increases on day of event.
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SunDec 06
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Doktor Kaboom’s Science of Santa
Sun, Dec 06 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Sun, Dec 6, 2:00 p.m. - Sunday Matinee Mon, Dec 7, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - School Shows The Audience: Best for Grades 2-5 and Families Genre: Live children's comedy theatre with science themes For Fans Of: Bill Nye Science Guy, The Magic School Bus “Part Mister Wizard, part Mr. Rogers” The Doktor Kaboom Holiday Extravaganza! Are science and magic the same thing? Is Mr. Claus the world’s greatest scientist? Join Doktor Kaboom as he attempts to recreate all of Santa’s wonders using basic physics. No holiday icons are damaged in this show!
Tickets available
TueDec 08
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Cool Winter Nights, Hot Jazz
Tue, Dec 08 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Genre: Big Band, Jazz, Holiday Fans Also Like: Christmas and holiday music The 15th annual Cool Winter Nights, Hot Jazz will feature local legends for a night of new smooth tunes and holiday classics during this beloved winter tradition. Come out to set the tone for a holiday season filled with music and joy!
Tickets available
SatDec 12
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Winter Nights with Matteo Bocelli
Sat, Dec 12 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
Sold Out - VIP add-on still available for ticket holders. Thank you for your support! Genre: Pop, classical crossover One of the world's most exciting rising stars is coming to Manship Theatre. Matteo Bocelli brings his internationally acclaimed voice, magnetic stage presence, and a stunning blend of classical elegance and contemporary pop for an unforgettable evening of music. From soaring ballads to beloved favorites, every performance showcases the passion, charisma, and artistry that have made him a global sensation. Don't miss your chance to experience this extraordinary concert live—an evening of unforgettable music, timeless romance, and world-class entertainment.
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FriDec 18
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Sean Patton • Shows at the Studio
Fri, Dec 18 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
This show is rated R, for mature audiences only. You recognize Sean from: Live at Gotham, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, IFC’s Maron, FX’s English Teacher, and more Sean Patton is a comedian based in New York, by way of New Orleans. He began doing stand-up in the Crescent City and has since performed in comedy clubs and festivals across the world, including The Melbourne International Comedy Festival (2011, 2018), The Glasgow Comedy fest (2016), the Dublin Comedy fest (2017), and The Edinburgh Fringe (2017, 2019).
Tickets available
WedDec 30
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Wed, Dec 30 ·
Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA
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FriApr 30
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Ocean Blue by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia
Fri, Apr 30 ·
Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA
About 75 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 15 min drive
When & Where: School Day Matinees! April 30, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Manship Theatre Show length: One hour Genre: Live theatre and puppetry, educational Fans Also Like: Deep sea adventures, mermaids, and marine life! Appropriate for all ages. Suggested for pre-K through third grades.
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ThuJun 10
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FriOct 02
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The Hocus Pocus Experience
Fri, Oct 02 ·
Saenger Theater Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg, MS
About 106 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
SatOct 03
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Pumpkins and Prosecco
Sat, Oct 03 ·
Hal & Mal's · Jackson, MS
About 162 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
ThuOct 08
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Colton Dixon & Micah Tyler
Thu, Oct 08 ·
Saenger Theater Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg, MS
About 106 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
FriOct 09
Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Fri, Oct 09 ·
Saenger Theater Hattiesburg · Hattiesburg, MS
About 106 mi
Overnight trip
About 1 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
FriOct 30
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All Hallows Eve Spooktacular! with The Soul Rebels
Fri, Oct 30 ·
Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA
About 3 mi
Nearby
Tickets available
WedNov 04
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Mistletoe Marketplace
Wed, Nov 04 ·
Mississippi Trade Mart · Jackson, MS
About 163 mi
Overnight trip
About 2 hr 45 min drive
Tickets available
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