EXPERIENCE THE ARTS & CULTURE
IN MISSISSIPPI’S COLLEGE TOWN
As you experience the art and cultural events and opportunities in our town, we hope you will be immersed in an adventure for the senses.
Experience the sounds, see the beauty, and feel the emotions through theatrical performances, performance art, visual art, concerts, festivals, and more.
Festivals
Find festivals that highlight the best of Starkville featuring live music, dancing, gardening, amazing food, local art, and more. Each year, thousands of visitors flock to our streets to experience one of our many festivals and major events. Charles Templeton…
Performing Arts
Starkville is a hub for the performing arts with professional performances by traveling artists at Mississippi State University’s Lyceum Series to local talent showcased in our theatre and local concerts. Sit back on the plaza and enjoy vibrant music by…
Art Galleries
Walk the rooms of one of the many art galleries in Starkville where you’ll find stunning works of art from national artists, students, professors, and local artists. The exhibits rotate seasonally so there is always something new to explore. Department…
Public Art Murals #ArtInStark
Walking through the streets of Starkville, you will be able to enjoy several wall murals along Lampkin St., Russell Street, University Drive, and Louisville Street. These brightly colored murals highlight the arts in Starkville and liven up the buildings and…
Events
Starkville, Mississippi is home to an eclectic array of vibrant festivals and events held throughout the year.
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Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
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U18: Student Art Show
Our second AiPP exhibit for 2022 will feature works for up-and-coming young artists in Oktibbeha County! Call for submissions open November 29, 2021. Open theme, Any medium. Students must be...
Movie Musicals by the Community Chorus
Movie Musicals by the Community Chorus
Get outside and enjoy Movie Musicals featuring "The Wizard of Oz" and "The Wiz" outdoors at the Greensboro Center. More details coming soon.
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Trivia Night at Dave’s Dark Horse Tavern
Trivia Night at Dave’s Dark Horse Tavern
Play Trivia at Dave's Wednesday night. It's free and now starts at 7:30! Includes a specialty round. There will be 4 rounds of 10 questions. Each one is independent; $25...
Karaoke at Georgia Blue
Karaoke at Georgia Blue
Starkville! Karaoke is BACK, and it's Service Industry Night! Come sing your heart out on the patio and enjoy drink specials! 💃🎤
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Alumni Leadership Conference
The Alumni Association hosts the annual Leadership Conference for alumni volunteers. Alumni and friends hear from key university representatives and several alumni volunteers. Chapter & Club officers also have a...
Business at Breakfast
Business at Breakfast
Join us for a fun Zoom networking opportunity - Business at Breakfast. Have a chance to share about what is going on with your business as you hear from other fellow chamber members about theirs. Hear updates from The Partnership and have a chance to share about other community announcements. Through sharing services, specials, and...
Parker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Blood Drive
Parker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Blood Drive
Parker CDJR is partnering with Mississippi Blood Services to host a blood drive on Friday, May 6! You will receive a $15 gift card for donating blood! MBS suggests all...
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Starkville Community Market
Starkville Community Market
Bringing the Starkville community fresh, local produce Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station Park
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Athlete Engineering Summit
The theme of our first conference will be to provide attendees with the “Secret Sauce: Sharing how unique collaborations collide to cultivate human performance success.” By hearing from experts who...
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Business at Breakfast
Business at Breakfast
Join us for a fun Zoom networking opportunity - Business at Breakfast. Have a chance to share about what is going on with your business as you hear from other...
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Starkville Community Market
Starkville Community Market
Bringing the Starkville community fresh, local produce Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station Park
Pets, Pickups, and Provisions
Pets, Pickups, and Provisions
Oktibbeha County Humane Society & Parker Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM present: Pets, Pickups, and Provisions- Adopt a Pet, or Buy a RAM! Looking for a new furry friend? Drop by...
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VISIONeering: Dream It, See It, Achieve It Workshop
VISIONeering: Dream It, See It, Achieve It Workshop
What: WorkshopWhen: Tuesday, May 17Time: 11am - 12pmWho: Brandi Herrington of Starkville StrongWhere: The Discovery Center (formerly Emerson) at 1504 Louisville St. Set goals for your best self by creating...
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Sports Talk with Tennessee Titans Defensive End and MSU Football Alumni Jeffrey Simmons
Sports Talk with Tennessee Titans Defensive End and MSU Football Alumni Jeffrey Simmons
Charity fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle
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Business at Breakfast
Business at Breakfast
Join us for a fun Zoom networking opportunity - Business at Breakfast. Have a chance to share about what is going on with your business as you hear from other fellow chamber members about theirs. Hear updates from The Partnership and have a chance to share about other community announcements. Through sharing services, specials, and...
Sturgis Cruise-In Nights
Sturgis Cruise-In Nights
Bring your car, truck or motorcycle & come hangout with us on Main St., Hwy 12, in Sturgis every third Friday of the month, March through October.
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Noxubee Refuge Bioblitz
Noxubee Refuge Bioblitz
Do you want to go in the field with experts to learn more about birds, insects, plants, or bats? How about help identify and document these species at the Noxubee Wildlife Refuge? Here’s your opportunity.The Friends of Noxubee Refuge and USFWS Staff are hosting a Bioblitz on Saturday, May 21. We have four different sessions...
Starkville Community Market
Starkville Community Market
Bringing the Starkville community fresh, local produce Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station Park
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Membership 101
Membership 101
Come learn about all of your wonderful membership benefits! Starkville Partnership is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Membership 101 Time: May 26, 2022 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88251755001?pwd=M2k0MmdJRksybDMxMURpQ3U3akZmQT09 Meeting ID: 882 5175 5001 Passcode: 962948 One tap mobile +13017158592,,88251755001#,,,,*962948# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,88251755001#,,,,*962948# US (Chicago) Dial...
Downtown at Sundown
Downtown at Sundown
Join us in Starkville for our ‘Downtown at Sundown’ Summer Concert Series! Happening at Fire Station Park May-July, the concerts are sure to be a great attraction for residents and visitors alike. Admission is free. Lawn chairs and blankets encouraged! Food and drink vendors will be on site. Live music will be held at the Cadence Bank...
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Business at Breakfast
Business at Breakfast
Join us for a fun Zoom networking opportunity - Business at Breakfast. Have a chance to share about what is going on with your business as you hear from other fellow chamber members about theirs. Hear updates from The Partnership and have a chance to share about other community announcements. Through sharing services, specials, and...
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Starkville Community Market
Starkville Community Market
Bringing the Starkville community fresh, local produce Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station Park
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Memorial Day Remembrance Celebration
Memorial Day Remembrance Celebration
The Greater Starkville Development Partnership Military Affairs Committee is hosting a Memorial Day celebration at the Oktibbeha County Courthouse on May 30th.
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Business at Breakfast
Business at Breakfast
Join us for a fun Zoom networking opportunity - Business at Breakfast. Have a chance to share about what is going on with your business as you hear from other fellow chamber members about theirs. Hear updates from The Partnership and have a chance to share about other community announcements. Through sharing services, specials, and...
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Starkville Community Market
Starkville Community Market
Bringing the Starkville community fresh, local produce Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Fire Station Park
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