$200k+

in annual grants to arts organizations

100k+

lives enriched through arts programs

36+

local collaborations & partners

Research studies prove that by providing early arts programs, minds can be opened, spirits can be renewed, and revelations can be embraced. Through arts instruction, children's test scores increase and dropout rates decrease; violence is minimized and the workforce is enhanced. The arts beautify our city, show we care about who we are as citizens, and contribute to how we develop as a community.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Threefoot Festival Marketplace
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
From unique crafts to mouthwatering foods, our vibrant marketplace offers something for everyone! Explore handcrafted goods, indulge in delicious treats, and support local businesses while enjoying the festivities.
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Shelby Anderson
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
Shelby Anderson is a singer/songwriter, guitarist, drummer, harmonica player, keyboard player, engineer, instructor and producer from Mississippi.
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Youth Art Contest Exhibition
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian Museum of Art
Be sure to stop in at the Meridian Museum of Art during Threefoot Festival to check out the 2024 Youth Art Contest Exhibition! Awards will be presented at noon on the main stage.
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Grayson Culpepper
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
Get ready to be charmed by the incredible talent of 14 yr. old sensation Grayson Culpepper. Driven by a deep love for music that has been with him since childhood...playing country tunes and southern rock is his absolute jam, and he can't wait to share that enthusiasm with you!
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West Lauderdale High School Jazz Band
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
The West Lauderdale High School Jazz Band will be taking the stage to share some smooth sounds with the crowd at Threefoot Festival!
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CMA Ballerinas
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
The Carol Merrill Academy of Dance Ballerinas will be gracing the Threefoot Festival Stage with a beautiful performance you won't want to miss!
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Britt Gully and the Water Moccasins
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
American music sprang from the South. Every note Britt Gully sings proves it! Britt is a singer/songwriter from Cow Creek, Mississippi. He plays real country music...Rockabilly, Gospel, HonkyTonk-Twang and he will make you believe it all!
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Cat 3 Boogie Band
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
Get ready to boogie at the Threefoot Festival stage with the Cat 3 Boogie Band!
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Lach Thornton Band
Sat, Apr 20
Meridian City Hall Lawn
Who's ready to 𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒏 rock? We are thrilled to have the Lach Thornton Band headlining at the 2024 Threefoot Festival!
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Threefoot Festival
Apr 19, 2024 - Apr 20, 2024
Downtown Meridian
Named for Meridian's iconic skyscraper, the Threefoot Festival is the premier arts festival in East Mississippi & West Alabama. Featuring top artists, fine crafts, fabulous music, and events for kids- this is an event you don't want to miss!
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