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TueJan 26
BOOP!® The Musical Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

BOOP!® The Musical

Tue, Jan 26 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 185 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueMay 18
Beetlejuice Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Beetlejuice

Tue, May 18 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

About 13 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 12
FriNov 20
Fruit Bats Strong match

Fruit Bats

Fri, Nov 20 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

+ Sarah Klang

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunDec 06
Strong match

Doktor Kaboom’s Science of Santa

Sun, Dec 06 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 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

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueDec 08
Strong match
Live Music

Cool Winter Nights, Hot Jazz

Tue, Dec 08 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 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

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueDec 22
Drew & Ellie Holcomb's Neighborly Christmas Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Drew & Ellie Holcomb's Neighborly Christmas

Tue, Dec 22 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 185 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatDec 26
Live Nation Presents Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Live Nation Presents Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis

Sat, Dec 26 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 185 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 12
Strong match
Live Music

Love Notes: Chloé Marie Sings Ella, Sarah, and Billie

Fri, Feb 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

Live Music Shows at the Studio! Genre: Jazz, Soul Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an intimate evening of jazz in the Black Box Studio as local vocalist Chloe Marie and her full band pay tribute to three of jazz’s greatest voices: Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Billie Holiday. From timeless standards to soulful ballads, Chloe brings her own style and energy to songs made famous by these legendary women. With the close-up atmosphere of the Hartley/Vey Black Box Studio, Love Notes is the perfect night for jazz lovers, music fans, and anyone looking for a romantic Valentine’s experience.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 19
Three 6 Mafia ft. The Renaissance Orchestra Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Three 6 Mafia ft. The Renaissance Orchestra

Fri, Feb 19 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 185 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Oct 26
SatFeb 20
John Craigie Strong match

John Craigie

Sat, Feb 20 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

With special guest Paper Wings

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunFeb 21
Strong match
Film

The color purple - $5 Movie

Sun, Feb 21 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

$5 Movie! Genre : Drama / History Rated: PG-13 An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing "Mister" Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa. Based on the novel by Alice Walker.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunFeb 21
Rising Appalachia Strong match

Rising Appalachia

Sun, Feb 21 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Trade My Troubles Tour

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
FriMar 12
Strong match
Live MusicFestival

Dusky Waters

Fri, Mar 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

Live Music Shows at the Studio! Genre: Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Soul Dusky Waters is the nom de plume of contemporary Americana songwriter and musician Jenn Jeffers, an artist whose work bridges the rich musical traditions of the South with a modern, genre-defying sound. As the Executive Director and Co-Founder of BlackAmericana Fest, a New Orleans-based music festival celebrating Black artists in Americana, Folk, and Country music, she is at the forefront of fostering a more inclusive roots music landscape.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunMar 21
Strong match
Film

Some like it hot - $5 Movie

Sun, Mar 21 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

$5 Movie! Genre : Comedy / Musical Rated: NR After witnessing a Mafia murder, slick saxophone player Joe (Tony Curtis) and his long-suffering buddy, Jerry (Jack Lemmon), improvise a quick plan to escape from Chicago with their lives. Disguising themselves as women, they join an all-female jazz band and hop a train bound for sunny Florida. While Joe pretends to be a millionaire to win the band's sexy singer, Sugar (Marilyn Monroe), Jerry finds himself pursued by a real millionaire (Joe E. Brown) as things heat up and the mobsters close in.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
ThuApr 01
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight Strong match
Live Music

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

Thu, Apr 01 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

About 13 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 26
FriApr 02
Strong match
Film

Princess and the frog - $5 Movie

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

$5 Movie! 2:00 P.M. Screening Screening at 2:00 p.m. + 6:00 p.m. Genre : Family / Musical Rated: G Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana dreams of opening the finest restaurant in New Orleans. Her dream takes a slight detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into an amphibian by evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana thereby turning her into a frog as well. The pair hop along on an adventure through the bayous to seek the help of a powerful voodoo priestess.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 02
Strong match
Film

Princess and the frog - $5 Movie (Copy)

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

$5 Movie! 6:00 P.M. Screening Screening at 2:00 p.m. + 6:00 p.m. Genre : Family / Musical Rated: G Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana dreams of opening the finest restaurant in New Orleans. Her dream takes a slight detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into an amphibian by evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana thereby turning her into a frog as well. The pair hop along on an adventure through the bayous to seek the help of a powerful voodoo priestess.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 02
Strong match
Comedy

Couyons of Comedy

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

Comedy Shows at the Studio! The Couyons of Comedy aren't just a comedy show — they're an experience! Featuring DJ Rhett, Jeremy “J. Troutt” Troutt, Bee Gee and Dana Boucher, the Couyons bring Louisiana culture, Cajun humor and four completely different personalities together for a night where the audience becomes part of the fun. Led by social media personality DJ Rhett, whose online following has grown to more than 2 million, the Couyons have created a show that's interactive, unpredictable and uniquely Louisiana. Audience participation is a huge part of every performance — and no two shows are ever exactly the same.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunApr 04
STOMP Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

STOMP

Sun, Apr 04 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

About 13 mi Nearby

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 22
SatApr 10
Hans Williams Strong match

Hans Williams

Sat, Apr 10 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tour For The Neighbors

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
WedApr 21
St. Paul & The Broken Bones Strong match

St. Paul & The Broken Bones

Wed, Apr 21–Thu, Apr 22 2 days

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Live in 2027 + The Point.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
TueNov 17
Rocky™ in Concert Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Rocky™ in Concert

Tue, Nov 17 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 174 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedNov 18
Loyola's Uptown Threauxdown Local pick

Loyola's Uptown Threauxdown

Wed, Nov 18 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SatNov 21
Strong match

Christmas with C.S. Lewis - Two performances: 2:00 and 7:30

Sat, Nov 21 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 min drive

Two performances: 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Genre: Theatrical Performance, Literary Theatre, Holiday Programming Fans Also Like: The Screwtape Letters, Churchill, Mark Twain Tonight! Experience an unforgettable assortment of Yuletide recollections from C.S Lewis. This show will stimulate a whole range of emotions – curiosity, laughter, gladness and even some tears.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunNov 29
Fais Do-Do With Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band Local pick

Fais Do-Do With Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band

Sun, Nov 29–Sun, Dec 13 2 days

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
WedDec 02
Jodeci Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Jodeci

Wed, Dec 02 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 174 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
Sold out
FriDec 04
Billy Strings Strong match
Live Music

Billy Strings

Fri, Dec 04 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 174 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatDec 05
Body Rock Volume 2 - With Mannie Fresh & DJ Soul Sister Local pick

Body Rock Volume 2 - With Mannie Fresh & DJ Soul Sister

Sat, Dec 05 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 176 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
Sold out
SatDec 12
Strong match

Winter Nights with Matteo Bocelli

Sat, Dec 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 153 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 30 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.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
Sold out
TueDec 15
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Tue, Dec 15 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 174 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07

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