Music Scene

Each spring, on the last weekend in April, Oxford’s downtown Square transforms into a vibrant hub for the Double Decker Arts Festival. The Square is closed down for the two-day celebration, which features free live music on the main stage, located on North Lamar. Past performers have included Flatland Calvary, Maggie Rose, Ashley McBryde, and Marcus King.

To stay updated on the next festival, visit the Double Decker Arts Festival website.

Located just off the Square, The Lyric originally opened in 1913 as a silent movie theatre. Today, it stands as one of Oxford's premier venues for live music and events, drawing audiences from across the Southeast.

For a complete schedule of concerts and events, visit The Lyric's website.

Mississippi is home to numerous markers commemorating the birthplace of America's music, specifically, the blues. If you're following the Mississippi Blues Trail, be sure to stop in Oxford, which features two official markers - one recognizing Oxford Blues and the other highlighting the University of Mississippi's Living Blues magazine.

For more details and a full list of locations, visit the Mississippi Blues Trail website.

The End of All Music is an independent record store tucked upstairs in the historic Duvall's building, right on the Oxford Square. Since opening in 2012, it has become a haven for music enthusiasts as they carry an extensive selection of new and used vinyl that spans genres. has everything for the vinyl enthusiast.

Just steps south of the Lafayette County Courthouse on the Square, Proud Larry’s serves great food by day and transforms into one of Oxford's most beloved live music venues by night. With multiple shows each week spanning a variety of genres, it's a cornerstone of the local music scene - welcoming everyone from casual listeners to die-hard music fans.

For a complete schedule of live music, visit Proud Larry's website.