Events

On Display Now: John Jennings – Build Your World

Step inside the imagination of award-winning graphic novelist John Jennings, and see where Mississippi mythology, ancestral spirits, and visionary science fiction come to life. John Jennings: Build Your World, an immersive new experience at The MAX in downtown Meridian, showcases the extraordinary work of this groundbreaking Afrofuturist from Flora, Mississippi—a New York Times bestselling graphic […]

15 Sep

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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On Display Now: The Wolfe Creative Legacy – Works from Karl, Mildred, & Bebe Wolfe

A temporary exhibition featuring paintings and woodblock prints by the Wolfe Family, The Wolfe Creative Legacy: Works from Karl, Mildred, & Bebe Wolfe offers a glimpse into two generations of artistic vision, highlighting the distinctive voices of Karl, Mildred, and Bebe Wolfe while celebrating a shared legacy of creativity, family, and place. On view at […]

15 Sep

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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NightMarket

Enjoy live music while you shop fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique finds from artisan vendors at NightMarket, plus explore The MAX with free admission, including our exhibition John Jennings: Build Your World. Free and open to the public. For more information about NightMarket and to access vendor applications, please click here.

17 Sep

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Lean on Me Jubilee 2026

An affiliate of the Community Foundation of East Mississippi, the third annual Lean on Me Jubilee is a family friendly festival to remember those affected by suicide, provide support for survivors, and highlight community resources for those affected by suicide. There will be mental health resources available, plus food and art vendors, games and activities […]

19 Sep

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Mississippi Theatre Association – Fall Workshop

Participate in fall breakout sessions from the Mississippi Theatre Association at The MAX. Workshops are open to the public and geared towards adults 18+. Register Here Friday, September 25: 12 pm: Registration and introductions 12:15 pm: Tour of festival site 1:30 pm: Fundraising/grants with Leslie Barker 2:15 pm: Directing with Ashia Benford 3:15 pm: Break […]

25 Sep

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Mississippi Theatre Association – Fall Workshop

Participate in fall breakout sessions from the Mississippi Theatre Association at The MAX. Workshops are open to the public and geared towards adults 18+. Register Here Friday, September 25: 12 pm: Registration and introductions 12:15 pm: Tour of festival site 1:30 pm: Fundraising/grants with Leslie Barker 2:15 pm: Directing with Ashia Benford 3:15 pm: Break […]

26 Sep

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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Writer’s Meeting and Workshop

Whether you’re a songwriter, poet, or author, join us for an inspiring Saturday afternoon of writing, sharing ideas, and connecting with fellow creatives. A partnership between the Mississippi Writer’s Guild and Mississippi Songwriter’s Alliance, this free event happens on the last Saturday of each month (March-October).

26 Sep

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Stained Glass Class with BJ Hatten

Learn the art of stained glass in this four-week class with instructor BJ Hatten. Perfect for beginners and intermediate artists alike, this hands-on workshop will guide you through cutting, shaping, and assembling colorful glass using copper foil to create your own stained glass piece. Whether you’re trying stained glass for the first time or building […]

30 Sep

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Marvel’s Behind the Mask Film Screening + Q&A with John Jennings

Join us at The MAX for a special screening of Marvel’s Behind the Mask, featuring John Jennings, and presented in partnership with the Mississippi Film Society. Explore the evolution of heroes and representation through the lens of Marvel history. The evening kicks off with a statewide filmmaker meetup hosted by Film Mississippi, offering local film […]

01 Oct

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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Earth’s Bounty – Free First Saturday

Shop fresh produce and enjoy live music at Earth’s Bounty, plus explore The MAX with free admission all day. Schedule of events: 8 am-Noon: Earth’s Bounty Farmers Market + Live Music 9 am-5 pm: Free admission to The MAX 10 am-11 am: Guided tour of John Jennings – Build Your World by the artist 11 […]

03 Oct

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Wheel Thrown Ceramics for Beginners with Tom Carmichael

Discover the fundamentals of wheel throwing with artist Tom Carmichael in this four-week ceramics class designed for beginners. Learn essential techniques while building confidence at the wheel in a fun, hands-on studio experience. Classes are held on Saturdays (October 3-October 24). Open to ages 16+ with limited seating in studio. All supplies provided. Registration opens […]

03 Oct

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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John Jennings: Build Your World Guided Tour with John Jennings

Curious about our temporary exhibition, John Jennings: Build Your World? Join Jennings, a Mississippi native and bestselling, award-winning graphic novelist, for a guided tour to learn more about his projects and the processes he uses to build new worlds. This guided tour is hosted during Free First Saturdays, where admission to The MAX is free […]

03 Oct

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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