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Imagine a night under the stars with the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra (MSO)! Guests may also visit area physicists, astronomers, and NASA Solar System Ambassadors during the Lyrid meteor shower! “Moonlight, Music, and Meteors” will be held on April 17, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. at “The Den” in beautiful LeFleur’s Bluff State Park. A special part of this year’s event is the America 250 half of the musical program, honoring the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution through celebratory music.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Tickets are available for $25 at the door or in advance for $20 until Noon on April 16. https://www.mdwfp.com/museum. Concessions will be available (not included with admission).
In the event of rain, a rainy date event date will be announced.
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