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SUMMARY:Catfish in the Alley
DESCRIPTION:Location: Catfish Alley \n114 4th St S\, Columbus\, MS 39701 \nCatfish in the Alley Vendor Application \nCatfish in the Alley Artisan Application \nDiscover the best that Columbus has to offer at Catfish in the Alley on April 11-12\, 2025. Sample savory Mississippi farm-raised catfish\, as well as other Southern fare\, while enjoying the soulful sounds of blues music. This annual event features concerts\, artisans\, food vendors and fun for the whole family. Held each spring in Columbus\, Catfish in the Alley is a tribute to the African American citizens of Columbus who contributed to the town’s rich political\, historical\, cultural and musical heritage. But don’t take our word for it – come see for yourself! Catch You In Columbus for Catfish in the Alley! \n \nFriday\, April 11\n“Blues with a Side of Soul” Event\nNear Stage – 117 3rd St S\, Columbus\, MS 39701\n12 pm – 2 pm\nLive Music and Plate Lunches $15.00\nFeaturing: Keith Johnson and the Big Muddy Band \nBuy Plate Lunch Tickets \nSaturday\, April 12\n114 4th St S\, Columbus\, MS 39701\n10 am – 3 pm\nArtisan Alley\nBrowse and shop numerous artisan booths lined up in Catfish Alley while hearing live music in the background. Enjoy great food from over a great assortment of local vendors. \nLive Music Lineup\n\n\n\nKeith and Margie Brown\n10:00 am – 10:45 am\n\n\nThe Columbus Community Gospel Choir\n11:00 am – 11:45 am\n\n\nAnissa “Bigg Sexyy” Hamilton\n12:00 pm – 1:15 pm\n\n\nDK Harrell\n1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\n\n\n\n \nVisit the world-famous “Catfish Alley\,” where legendary bluesmen\, such as Howlin’ Wolf\, Bukka White and Big Joe Williams\, got their start. Here nationally recognized artists\, such as B.B. King\, Duke Ellington\, Little Richard\, Louis Armstrong and James Brown\, performed alongside Mississippi’s blues guitarists. \nWhere to Stay\nMake plans to stay for the weekend. There are a number of lodging options for out-of-town guests. From the charming bed-and-breakfast where visitors can spend the night in a 19th-century Italianate mansion\, to the well-appointed hotel room where guests can kick up their feet and relax\, Columbus has more than 1\,500 rooms to suit every budget and taste. For the sportsmen\, those seeking to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Columbus’ great outdoors or those wanting more privacy\, there are also an abundance of RV parks and campsites. \nWhat to Eat\nWhen you have had your fill of catfish and are ready for something different\, try Huck’s Place. Here\, visitors can get anything from New Orleans-inspired zydeco flatbread and boudin-stuffed shrimp topped with a spicy homemade crawfish sauce\, to bayou shrimp tacos and open-faced\, fully-dressed roast beef po-boys. For more than a decade\, Huck’s Place’s large Cajun-Creole menu has kept guests coming back for more. \nWhile there is no shortage of tried-and-true restaurants to experience on your trip to Columbus\, one of the most popular eateries is Harvey’s. Specializing in everything from wood-fired steaks and ribs\, seafood\, pasta and classic favorites\, like burgers and sandwiches\, Harvey’s has a menu sure to satisfy even the pickiest eater.
URL:https://www.visitcolumbusms.org/event/catfish-in-the-alley-6/
LOCATION:Catfish Alley\, 4th Street South\, Columbus\, MS\, 39701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community Event,Family Fun,Music
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SUMMARY:Catfish in the Alley
DESCRIPTION:Get rhythm with the blues during Catfish in the Alley to hear great blues music from Big Joe Shelton Black Prairie Band\, Terry “Harmonica” Bean\, Keith Johnson and the Muddy Waters Band. Food vendors will be available so you may savor the food and music.
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LOCATION:Catfish Alley\, 4th Street South\, Columbus\, MS\, 39701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Catfish in the Alley®
DESCRIPTION:This year’s event – the eleventh annual – will feature a day of fun for the whole family\, including catfish\, vendors\, fabulous food\, cold beverages\, and some of the best blues musicians in the South. Catfish in the Alley® is free and open to the public. Food\, beverages\, and crafts will be available for purchase that day. \nThis year’s musical line up includes:\n10 AM-11 AM  |  Big Joe Shelton & The Black Prairie Blues Ambassadors\n11:15 AM – 12:15 PM  |  Terry “Harmonica” Bean\n12:30 PM – 1:30 PM  |  Grady Champion\n1:45 PM – 2:45 PM  |  Keith Johnson & The Big Muddy Band
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LOCATION:Catfish Alley\, 4th Street South\, Columbus\, MS\, 39701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Catfish in the Alley®
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Catfish in the Alley® event – the tenth annual – will feature a day of fun for the whole family\, including catfish\, vendors\, fabulous food\, cold beverages\, and some of the best blues musicians in the South. Catfish in the Alley® is free and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available for purchase that day\, as well as crafts at Artisans Alley. \nMusical Line Up \n10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.  •  Big Joe Shelton & The Black Prairie Blues Ambassadors \n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  •  Terry “Harmonica” Bean \n12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.  •  Grady Champion \n2 p.m. – 3 p.m.  •  Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
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LOCATION:Catfish Alley\, 4th Street South\, Columbus\, MS\, 39701\, United States
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