Free Live Music Kicks Off April 25 in Smith Park

The series kicks off Saturday, April 25 with the Grammy Award-winning Mississippi Mass Choir and Gospel Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family-friendly event will blend powerful live gospel music with a vibrant brunch atmosphere in the heart of downtown. Opening for the choir is the New Horizon International Children's Choir Ensembles. Concertgoers may purchase food and beverages, or bring their own picnic, and are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets.

2026 Concert Schedule

• April 25: Mississippi Mass Choir Gospel Brunch, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Gospel)
• May 2: Mr. Sipp, 5 – 8 p.m. (Delta Blues)
• May 16: BeauSoleil Avec Michael Doucet, 5 – 8 p.m. (Cajun)
• May 30: Chambers DesLauriers, 5 – 8 p.m. (Blues, Rock and Soul)
• July 4: Stars, Stripes & Symphony with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 – 9 p.m. at the Old Capitol (Classical)
• September 10: Soul City Swingers, 5 – 8 p.m. (Funk and Soul)
• September 17: Cary Hudson, 5 – 8 p.m. (Country, Folk, Blues and Rock and Roll)
• September 27: The Wailers, 4 – 7 p.m. (Reggae)
• October 1: Grits and Greens, 5 – 8 p.m. (Psychedelic Y'Alt Rock)

A final October concert will be announced soon.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

The music series is sponsored by Cadence-Huntington Bank. In addition, Groundworks is a sponsor of the opening concert, the Mississippi Mass Choir, and the Mississippi Humanities Council has provided funding for Stars, Stripes & Symphony with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.

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