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SUMMARY:82nd National Folk Festival
DESCRIPTION:The B.B. King Museum in Indianola\, MS is partnering with the National Folk Festival\, a celebration of music and culture. The festival is a multi-day event that typically takes place in November. The festival will be held in Downtown Jackson\, MS from State Street to Farish Street and from Pascagoula Street to Mississippi Street. The museum\, along with other locations in Indianola\, will also be holding events to celebrate B.B. King’s 100th birthday. \nMississippi folklife is celebrated in Legacies of Empowerment\, a special program curated by the Mississippi Arts Commission. Paying tribute to the artistic\, cultural\, and social contributions of blues legend\, B.B. King\, and civil rights champion\, Medgar Evers\, on the 100th anniversaries of their births\, hear today’s blues\, influenced by King\, and gospel\, the soundtrack to the civil rights movement. Listen to percussive sounds\, from marching bands to fife and drum music\, and take in expressions of deep community like hip hop\, punk\, Mexican huapango music\, and Choctaw social dancing. Visit quilters\, skateboard designers\, sign painters\, and local farmers. From the Delta to the Gulf Coast\, each honors King and Evers’s commitment to empowerment and sustainability through artistic expression. \nFriday\, November 7\, 2025 – Sunday\, November 9\, 2025 \nDowntown | Jackson\, MS
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/national-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Jackson\, MS
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20250411T192549Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/diabetes-awareness-month/
LOCATION:B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center\, 400 Second Street\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T180000
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SUMMARY:Cake with the King at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Cake will be provided to the Indianola Community here at the museum in light of B.B. King’s Birthday from 12pm – 6pm. Candle Blowout at 12:30pm. There will be a decorative setup where guests can take photos to capture their visit. Mini souvenirs will be gifted to each guest.
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/cake-for-the-community/
LOCATION:B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center\, 400 Second Street\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20250425T210419Z
CREATED:20250102T225430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T210419Z
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SUMMARY:B.B. King's Club Family Parade
DESCRIPTION:Partnership with the B. B.  King Blues Club in Memphis\, TN to host a family filled parade to commemorate BB’s 100th.
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/b-b-kings-club-family-parade/
LOCATION:B.B. King’s Blues Club\, 143 Beale Street\, Memphis\, TN\, 38103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20250911T185350Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T185350Z
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SUMMARY:B.B. King Exclusive Hologram Experience at Historic Club Ebony
DESCRIPTION:B.B. KING\, BACK AT CLUB EBONY\nOpening Night of B.B.’s Hologram Experience\nGet ready for an unforgettable evening on September 13th as we premiere a stunningly realistic hologram of B.B. King on Club Ebony’s venerated stage with live band members. This truly remarkable event will evoke all the feels from his past performances as you remember them—the smiles\, the inimitable guitar style and the personality that will forever shine through. Be the first to witness this extraordinary concert and celebrate B.B.’s 100th birthday. You won’t believe your eyes! \nPlease Note: To preserve the magic and integrity of this one-of-a-kind experience\, no video recording or photography will be allowed during the performance. Phones will be securely held upon entry and returned after the show. We appreciate your understanding as we honor B.B. King’s legacy in the most respectful and immersive way possible. \nGet TicketsSponsored by: \nSteve Sansom • John Rogers Brashier • David & Susan Allen • Will & Jones McPherson • John Thomas Robertson • Jimmy Clayton • Bill & Draughon McPherson
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/b-b-king-birthday-concert-at-historic-club-ebony/
LOCATION:Historic Club Ebony\, 404 Hanna Avenue\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260324T165706Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165706Z
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SUMMARY:B.B. King 100th Birthday Festival
DESCRIPTION:Community Centennial Celebration\nFREE Admission \nHosted by Cyreio Hughes of WGNL Radio / DJ Big V / Thomas Edwards Marching Band Gentry High School Band / Gentry Cheerleaders / Creative Vibes / B.B. King Museum Allstars / John Clayton White / Alice Hasen & The Blaze / Jonathan Ellison / B.B. King Museum Blues Band \nPlus a Fireworks Show\, Vendors and MORE! \nDownload the Vendor ApplicationConfirmed vendors: \nVette’s Southern Sweets \nMr.Bill’s Rockin’ Sno-Balls \nSponsored by
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/community-day-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center\, 400 Second Street\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250905T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250905T120000
DTSTAMP:20250826T223105Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Blues Trail Marker Unveiling at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit Mississippi and the Mississippi Blues Trail commission and will honor the B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center with the unveiling of a new Mississippi Blues Trail marker recognizing the museum’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the life\, music\, and legacy of the late American icon B.B. King.  \nThis special event will highlight the museum’s impact on blues heritage\, education\, and cultural tourism in Mississippi with a slideshow highlighting the museum’s history\, past events\, and B.B. King’s enduring influence. Ceremonial remarks will be given by state and local leaders\, museum representatives\, and Mississippi Blues Trail officials\, followed by the unveiling of the official marker and a reception with light refreshments and live music by the B.B. King Museum Blues Band to follow. \nAbout the Mississippi Blues Trail: \nThe Mississippi Blues Trail celebrates the profound cultural impact of blues music by honoring the musicians\, venues\, and cultural landmarks that have defined Mississippi’s reputation as the Birthplace of America’s Music. Administered by Visit Mississippi\, this statewide initiative showcases over 200 markers commemorating the roots of blues music in Mississippi and inviting visitors to experience its enduring legacy firsthand. For more information about the Mississippi Blues Trail\, visit msbluestrail.org. To explore tourism offerings in Mississippi\, visit visitmississippi.org. \nAbout Visit Mississippi:  \nCelebrated as The Hospitality State and proudly known as the Birthplace of America’s Music\, Mississippi invites visitors to experience a rich tapestry of culture\, history\, and unforgettable adventures. From the soulful sounds of the Delta to the serene beauty of the Gulf Coast and Appalachian foothills\, Mississippi is a destination where every journey tells a story. \nVisit Mississippi\, a division of the Mississippi Development Authority\, serves as the state’s official destination marketing organization. As storytellers and cultural ambassadors\, we champion Mississippi through strategic global marketing\, innovative partnerships\, and creative collaboration. Our mission is to elevate the state’s thriving tourism economy and inspire visitors from around the world to discover the magic that is Mississippi. \nMedia RSVP & Inquiries:\nFor press attendance or interview requests\, please contact:\nMichelle McAdoo – 769-233-4595 | mmcadoo@mississippi.org\nMalika Polk-Lee – 662-887-9539 | mpolk_lee@bbkingmuseum.org   \nSponsored by
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/blues-marker-unveiling/
LOCATION:B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center\, 400 Second Street\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T230000
DTSTAMP:20250902T150455Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Jam Session in honor of B.B. King Day (100 Years of B.B. King)
DESCRIPTION:The lineup for the Jam Session: \nEric Edwards\, Alphonso Sanders\, Sherrill Holly\, Jesse Robinson\, Kimble Funchess\, Stan Jackson\, Joe Eagle\, Joc Webb\, Lil Ray Neal\, Mickey Rodgers\, Theodore Arthur Jr.\, Mike Dennis\, Jimmy Lee Jr.
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/first-thursday-jam-session/
LOCATION:Historic Club Ebony\, 404 Hanna Avenue\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:1st Thursday,Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTSTAMP:20250814T161813Z
CREATED:20250814T161753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161813Z
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SUMMARY:B.B. King Day Symposium at Mississippi Valley State University
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/b-b-king-day-symposium-at-mississippi-valley-state-university/
LOCATION:Symposium: W.A. Butts Social Sciences Building\, Carver A. Randle\, Sr. Auditorium\, Mississippi Valley State University / Performances: Historic Club Ebony\, Indianola\, MS
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T150000
DTSTAMP:20250707T201355Z
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SUMMARY:NELA Awards (B.B. King Proclamation)
DESCRIPTION:On July 21st\,  the Ouachita Parish Police Jury will ratify the B.B. King Proclamation celebrating his birthday and the museum.\n\n\n\n\n** The proclamation will be presented to the B.B. King team on August 14\, 2025\, at 2 p.m. at the Monroe Civic Center. The NELA awards at 7pm will be part of the music awards ribbon cutting.
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/nela-awards-b-b-king-proclamation/
LOCATION:Monroe Civic Center\, 401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy\, Monroe\, 71201
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250803
DTSTAMP:20250425T210148Z
CREATED:20250411T193553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T210148Z
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual Jus Blues Music Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 22nd annual Jus Blues Music Award to be held in Biloxi\, MS July 31st  – August 2nd will  honor B.B. King with the legendary Jus Blues Music Award in light of his Centennial. \nThursday\, July 31\, 2025 – Saturday\, August 2\, 2025  \nIP Casino Resort Spa Studio B | Biloxi\, MS
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/jus-blues/
LOCATION:IP Casino Resort Spa\, Biloxi\, MS\, 850 Bayview Ave\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20250425T214006Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Blues Festival
DESCRIPTION:It’s considered the largest free festival event held in Chicago\, IL. The B.B. King Centennial Tribute will be featuring Kingfish\, D.K. Harrell\, and Jonathan Ellison with the B.B. King Museum Centennial Band\, co-presented with the B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center. \nThursday-Sunday\, June 5-8\, 2025 \nThursday\, June 5 at Ramova Theatre\, 3520 S. Halsted St. \nMillennium Park • FREE Admission \nEnter at Michigan Ave. & Washington St.\, Michigan Ave. & Madison St.\, Randolph St. or Monroe St. \nCHICAGO—The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the full lineup and programming highlights for the 2025 Chicago Blues Festival\, taking place June 5–8 at Millennium Park and other venues citywide. The largest free blues festival in the world returns for its 41st year with a stellar lineup of local legends\, international stars\, and rising talent\, continuing Chicago’s legacy as the world capital of the blues. This year’s festivities kick off with a special opening night concert and panel discussions at the newly restored Ramova Theatre in Bridgeport\, followed by three days of performances across four stages in Millennium Park\, plus a Sunday afternoon blues showcase at the historic Maxwell Street. \n“The Blues Festival is a true celebration of our city’s deep-rooted musical heritage\,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “From Millennium Park to Maxwell Street\, this festival honors the past\, celebrates the present\, and nurtures the future of Chicago blues.” \nOpening day festivities\, co-hosted by WVON 1690\, on Thursday\, June 5 at Ramova Theatre (3520 S. Halsted St.) include The Blues Sessions with a Living Blues Panel moderated by Dick Shurman\, an “Up Close & Personal” conversation with Bobby Rush presented in partnership with The Recording Academy – Chicago Chapter\, and a double-bill concert featuring Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues and headliner Bobby Rush. \nRSVPs for June 5 will be available online on May 6 at 10 a.m. at ramovachicago.com. This event is free with online RSVP\, and subject to venue capacity. Entry is first come\, first served. This is a standing room event with some seating available. \nFor ADA accommodations\, please email box@ramovachicago.com. \nHeadlining this year’s festival at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park are: \n\nMavis Staples (Sunday\, June 8)\, the iconic GRAMMY-winning singer and civil rights activist\nChristone “Kingfish” Ingram (Saturday\, June 7)\, a guitar virtuoso and leading voice of the new generation of blues artists\nB.B. King Centennial Tribute (Friday\, June 6)\, featuring Kingfish\, D.K. Harrell\, and Jonathan Ellison with the B.B. King Centennial Band\, co-presented with the B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center\n\nOther festival highlights include: \n\nA Women in Blues Tribute to Denise LaSalle\, featuring Nellie “Tiger” Travis\, Thornetta Davis\, Nora Jean Wallace\, and more\nWillie Dixon’s Blues Heaven Foundation celebrates the 75th anniversary of Chess Records with special music tribute.\nPerformances by Lurrie Bell\, Latimore\, C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band\, D.K. Harrell\, and many others\nThe return of the Visit Mississippi Crossroads Stage\, Rosa’s Lounge Stage\, and newly added Next Generation of Blues on the Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace supported by the Lloyd A. Fry Foundation.\n\nThe Maxwell Street Blues Series on Sunday\, June 8 brings the blues back to its South Side roots with performances by Omar Coleman Westside Soul\, Marty “Big Dog” Mercer\, Harmonica Hinds\, and more. \nNew this year\, DCASE offers support and funding to Blues presenting venues and organizations via the Citywide Blues Community Funding program\, which supports free blues performances citywide the week leading up to the Blues Festival. Participating 2025 venues will be shared in the coming weeks. \nBack by popular demand\, the festival elevates its food options with a Blues-inspired smokehouse experience called “Wally’s BBQ Pit” with delicious BBQ fare and specialty drinks catered by Eleven North Hospitality. \nAs in previous years\, outside alcohol is not allowed for the Chicago Blues Festival\, but alcohol may be purchased inside the venue. Before visiting\, please be advised of other Prohibited Items at MillenniumPark.org. \nFor Millennium Park safety and security information\, visit the Plan Your Visit page of MillenniumPark.org. \nThe Chicago Blues Festival is sponsored by partners 90.9fm WDCB\, Chicago Jazz Publishing\, Chicago Transit Authority\, Lloyd A. Fry Foundation\, Millennium Garages\, Mississippi Development Authority\, Rosa’s Lounge and WVON 1690. \nAll events are free and open to the public. For more information and a full schedule\, visit ChicagoBluesFestival.us and follow @ChicagoDCASE on social media. \n2025 Chicago Blues Festival Schedule \nAll performances are free and open to the public. Schedule subject to change. \nThursday\, June 5 – Opening Night at Ramova Theatre \nRamova Theatre\n3520 S. Halsted St.\, Bridgeport\nDoors open at 3:30 p.m. | Programming 4–11 p.m.\n18+ (minors accompanied by their guardian will be admitted) \nTHE BLUES SESSIONS \n\n4–5 p.m. – Living Blues Panel Discussion\n\nFeaturing Jim O’Neal\, Scott Barretta\, Brett Bonner\, Bruce Iglauer and Deitra Farr\, Moderated by Dick Shurman\, Introductions by Visit Mississippi’s Michelle McAdoo \n\n5:30–6:30 p.m. – Up Close & Personal with Bobby Rush\n\nModerated by Julia Miller\, President/CEO of Delmark Records\, Presented with The Recording Academy – Chicago Chapter \nDOUBLE-BILL CONCERT PROGRAM \n\n7:30–8:30 p.m. – Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues\n9–10:15 p.m. – Bobby Rush\n\nFriday\, June 6 – Millennium Park \nJay Pritzker Pavilion \n\n3:45–4 p.m. – Emcee intro\, national anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”\n4–5 p.m. – D.K. Harrell\n5:15–6:15 p.m. – Dawn Tyler Watson\n6:30–7:15 p.m. – John Primer with Steve Bell\n7:30–9 p.m. – B.B. King Centennial Tribute\nFeaturing Christone “Kingfish” Ingram\, D.K. Harrell and Jonathan Ellison with the B.B. King Centennial Band\, Co-presented with the B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center\n\nVisit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) \n\nNoon–1:15 p.m. – Lady Adrena and LA Band\n1:30–2:45 p.m. – Vick Allen featuring the Velvet Soul Band\n3–4:15 p.m. – Johnny Rawls Soul Review\n4:30–5:45 p.m. – Eddie Cotton\n\nRosa’s Lounge Stage (North Promenade) \n\n12:30–1:45 p.m. – Ivan Singh\n2–3:15 p.m. – Jamiah “Dirty Deacon” Rogers and the Dirty Church Band\n3:30–4:45 p.m. – Rico McFarland\n5–6:15 p.m. – Sheryl Youngblood\n6:30–7:45 p.m. – The Mike Wheeler Band\n\nSaturday\, June 7 – Millennium Park \nJay Pritzker Pavilion \n\n3:45–4 p.m. – Emcee intro\, national anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”\n4–5:15 p.m. – Women in Blues Tribute to Denise LaSalle\nFeaturing Nellie “Tiger” Travis\, Thornetta Davis\, Nora Jean Wallace and Mzz Reese with Jonathan Ellison\n5:30–6:15 p.m. – Joey J. Saye\, Stephen Hull and Harrell “Young Rell” Davenport\n6:30–7:30 p.m. – Latimore\n7:45–9 p.m. – Christone “Kingfish” Ingram\n\nVisit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) \n\nNoon–1:15 p.m. – 2 Blues for You\n1:30–2:45 p.m. – Jessie Robinson\n3–4:15 p.m. – Vickie Baker\, The V Souls and The Groove Crew\n4:30–5:45 p.m. – John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band\n\nRosa’s Lounge Stage (North Promenade) \n\n12:30–1:45 p.m. – Stefan Hillesheim Band\n2–3:15 p.m. – Michael Damani\n3:30–4:45 p.m. – Lynne Jordan and The Shivers\n5–6:15 p.m. – Joe Barr and The Platinum Band\n6:30–7:45 p.m. – Theo Huff\n\nHarris Theater Rooftop Terrace – Next Generation of Blues \n\n11–11:45 a.m. – Wendy & DB\nNoon–12:45 p.m. – Chicago Blues Revival\n1–1:45 p.m. – Curie Metropolitan High School\n2–2:45 p.m. – BandWith\n3–4 p.m. – VanderCook College of Music\n\nSunday\, June 8 – Millennium Park \nJay Pritzker Pavilion \n\n3:30–3:45 p.m. – Emcee intro\, national anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”\n3:45–5 p.m. – Willie Dixon’s Blues Heaven Foundation celebrates the 75th Anniversary of Chess Records with special guest artists\, Mud Morganfield\, Charles Berry\, Charles Berry\, Jr.\, Melvin Taylor\, Louisiana Al\, Joe Barr\, Steve Bell\, Rodrigo Mantovani\, Dudley Owens\, and Joe Pratt\n5:15–6:15 p.m. – C.J. Chenier and The Red Hot Louisiana Band\n6:30–7:30 p.m. – Lurrie Bell and Frank Catalano\n7:45–9 p.m. – Mavis Staples\n\nVisit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) \n\nNoon–1:15 p.m. – Stevie J and The Blues Eruption\n1:30–2:45 p.m. – Nellie “Tiger” Travis\n3–4:15 p.m. – Jonathan Ellison\n4:30–5:45 p.m. – Ms. Jody\n\nRosa’s Lounge Stage (North Promenade) \n\n12:30–1:45 p.m. – Harrell “Young Rell” Davenport\n2–3:15 p.m. – Jimmy Burns Band\n3:30–4:45 p.m. – Nick Alexander Blues Band\n5–6:15 p.m. – Sonia Astacio\n6:30–7:45 p.m. – 3 by 3 Crew: Freddie Dixon\, John Watkins\, Maurice Vaughn with Tim Taylor\n\nHarris Theater Rooftop Terrace – Next Generation of Blues \n\n11–11:45 a.m. – Wiggleworms featuring Amanda Payne & Will Fancher of Old Town School of Folk Music\nNoon–12:45 p.m. – Fernando Jones Presents the Knott Us Band\n1–1:45 p.m. – Kenwood Academy High School\n2–2:45 p.m. – Nicholas Senn High School\n3–4 p.m. – A Patch of Blues\n\nSunday\, June 8 – Maxwell Street Blues Series \nMaxwell Street between S. Halsted St. and S. Union Ave. \n\n10–11 a.m. – DJ James Porter\n11 a.m.–noon – Marty “Big Dog” Mercer Duo\nNoon–12:30 p.m. – Change-over + DJ James Porter\n12:30–1:30 p.m. – Omar Coleman Westside Soul\n1:30–2 p.m. – Change-over + DJ James Porter\n2–3 p.m. – Harmonica Hinds Duo
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/chicago-blues-festival/
LOCATION:Millennium Park and Beyond\, Chicago\, IL\, Michigan Ave & Washington Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T220000
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SUMMARY:46th Blues Music Awards
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open at 5:00pm \nThe Blues Music Awards brings together Blues performers\, industry representatives\, and fans from all over the world to celebrate the best in Blues recordings and performances from the previous year. This year B.B. King will be recognized in celebration of his Centennial.
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/blues-music-awards-2025/
LOCATION:Renasant Convention Center | Memphis\, TN\, 255 N Main St\, Memphis\, TN\, 38103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTSTAMP:20250411T191830Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T191830Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie Sawyer Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/charlie-sawyer-exhibition/
LOCATION:B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center\, 400 Second Street\, Indianola\, MS\, 38751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250223
DTSTAMP:20250122T215237Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Blues Marathon
DESCRIPTION:The 18th edition of the Mississippi Blues Marathon\, Half Marathon\, 10K\, 5K Marathon Relay and our new BB Kids Half Mile Kids Fun Run will hit the streets of Jackson\, Mississippi on Saturday February 22\, 2025! \nThis year’s event will highlight two giants from Mississippi that are celebrating their Centennial Birthdays in 2025. The first is the music legend Mr. BB King and second is Mr Medgar Evers\, who name now sits atop the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport in the heart of the Capitol City! \nStarting and finishing from the Mississippi State Capitol Complex in Jackson\, Mississippi\, the event will give runners a musical tour of the Capitol City with six bands and or Blues Music performers stationed at several locations on course. \nJoin us for what promises to be a morning of celebration for two Great Men from the State of Mississippi\, and a morning of Family\, Fitness and Fun! \nTo Register Today go to the link below: Our 2nd Price Increase is on February 1\, 2025. Don’t delay! https://msbluesmarathon.events/registration/ \nOr for further information on this years event go to the Official Website! https://msbluesmarathon.events/
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/mississippi-blues-marathon/
LOCATION:Downtown Jackson\, MS
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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UID:4650-1736852400-1736863200@bbkingmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Centennial Kickoff Event 2025 at Mississippi State Capitol
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/centennial-kickoff-event-2025-at-mississippi-state-capitol/
LOCATION:Mississippi State Capitol Building\, 400 High St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250112
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UID:4668-1736208000-1736639999@bbkingmuseum.org
SUMMARY:International Blues Challenge
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bbkingmuseum.org/event/international-blues-challenge/
LOCATION:Club 152\, 152 Beale Street\, Memphis\, TN\, 38103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centennial
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