Sipp & Savor - Mississippi's Annual Food & Drink Experience

04/13/2026

Still dreaming about Saturday ✨

Thank you so much to everyone who came out and Sipp & Savored with us!

Same time next year?

04/11/2026

Do yourself a favor and screenshot this map and info! Your future self will thank you.

We can’t wait to Sipp & Savor tonight with you ✨

04/09/2026

Know before you go. ✨

Swipe through for everything you need to plan your Sipp & Savor night — tickets, entry points, shuttles, safe rides, and the full timeline of events.

See you in downtown Meridian at The MAX !

04/08/2026

The best nights are the ones where everyone gets home safely.

Thanks to Safe Rides by Mitchell Distributing, guests who need a ride can take advantage of free rides within a 20-mile radius of the The MAX

We’ll also have hotel shuttles running 4–10 PM from select Meridian hotels, and The Threefoot Hotel is just a short walk from the festival.

Plan ahead, enjoy every bite and every sip, and let us help you get home safely.

Because the best nights end the right way.

04/08/2026

A special thank you to our Sponsors of Sipp & Savor 2026 ✨

PLATNIUM Sponsor, Ice Plant Inc.

GOLD Sponsors
&.signs
Rea, Shaw, Giffin & Stuart, LLP CPA

SILVER Sponsors

Kimberly Burton

Diane Walton
Woodall Electric
Newell Paper Company
Waste Management

Your generous support makes this event possible and strengthens its impact in raising funds for . We truly appreciate your partnership and look forward to celebrating with you on April 11 in downtown Meridian!

04/08/2026

Make a weekend of it in Meridian. ✨

From local brews and downtown shopping to brunch and late-night bites, we’ve mapped out the perfect Sipp & Savor weekend.

Parking tip: Free parking is available at The Deck, our city parking garage just a short two-block walk from The MAX. The MAX will also provide transportation running to and from the parking deck prior to and during the event for guests who prefer to ride.

Grab your tickets and we’ll see you at The MAX. 🍷🍴

04/08/2026

Not only does Mitchell Distributing pour the coldest, crispiest beverages around, they’re also constantly pouring into our community and into this event.

From classic favorites like Michelob Ultra, Budweiser, Modelo, Corona, NUTRL, and Surfside to craft brews from Threefoot Brewing Company , Urban South Brewery , Perfect Plain Brewing Co. , Key City Brewing Co. , and Southern Prohibition . They’re bringing the crispest, coldest pours to the festival.

But what makes this family-owned company so special goes far beyond what’s in the glass— with deep Meridian roots and a strong sense of community, they’re dedicated to looking out for the people who call Meridian home. Through Safe Rides by Mitchell Distributing, they help ensure everyone can celebrate responsibly and get home safely.

Mitchell Distributing has been an incredible partner to this event and to our city. Their generosity, support, and belief in Sipp & Savor mean more than we can say, and we’re so grateful for their signature sponsorship.

Help us raise a glass to Mitchell distributing this Saturday at The MAX

04/07/2026

Sipp & Savor guests, this one’s for you!

Join us at The MAX on Saturday, April 11th at 6:30PM for a special evening with Chef Alon Shaya, two time Michelin- recognized chef and former Top Chef Judge.

Hear the story behind his acclaimed book “Shaya: An Odyssey of Food, My Journey Back to Israel” in an intimate talk + book signing during the festival.

🎟️This exclusive event is open to Sipp & Savor ticket holders. Grab you tickets now at sippandsavor.com or stop by The MAX.

We can’t wait!

04/06/2026

Another round of applause for our sapphire sponsor, Twin States News & Coastal TV Group! 📺✨📰

Always keeping Meridian updated with what’s happening and helping bring our event to life in the community. Your support means everything!

04/06/2026

06/23/2025

Can't wait to see you on April 11, 2026! 🥂

Sipp & Savor Food & Drink Experience is the major annual fundraiser for The Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (The MAX) in downtown Meridian, Missi...

04/25/2025

THANK YOU! ❤️

Sipp & Savor lit up Downtown Meridian with amazing food, drinks, music, and community spirit. We are so grateful to everyone who helped make it the signature event we all love. 💫

Huge thanks to our sponsors, staff, chefs, artists, and beverage partners who made Sipp & Savor possible. And to the Sipp & Savor Committee—thank you for your hard work, year after year, behind the scenes. 👏🏼

We're proud of this town and everyone who showed up to make it the best night of the year. Save the date for Saturday, April 11, 2026 to experience it all over again!

And a special thank you to Marianne Todd for beautifully capturing the night.