# Live Shows in Murphysboro | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Murphysboro — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Murphysboro are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Murphysboro that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Murphysboro show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Murphysboro

- **Event Name**: Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant 2026
  - **Description**: The Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant is one of the oldest and longest-running events of the Murphysboro Apple Festival.About this EventThe Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant is one of the oldest and longest-ru
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/miss-apple-festival-scholarship-pageant-2026/100001997621553842
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro High School
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  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Categories**: festivals, contests, parades
- **Event Name**: Bill Harper @ Murphysboro Apple Festival Main Stage
  - **Description**: Solo from 4-6pm
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 42
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/bill-harper-murphysboro-apple-festival-main-stage/200030077217656
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro Apple Festival
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- **Event Name**: Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live!
  - **Description**: An intimate evening with Sam " Corn Fish" McKinnies live at the Jackson County Country Club.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/jackson-county-country-club-presents-sam-corn-fish-mckinnies-live/200030481189713
  - **Venue**: Jackson County Country Club
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- **Event Name**: Corey Evitts at SOUTHPAW- Murphysboro, IL
  - **Description**: 3 Hours of Music
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 27
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Southpaw Bar & Grill
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## Trending Events in Murphysboro

- **Event Name**: Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant 2026
  - **Description**: The Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant is one of the oldest and longest-running events of the Murphysboro Apple Festival.About this EventThe Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant is one of the oldest and longest-ru
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro High School
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- **Event Name**: Rachel Sue & the Step Family at the Murphysboro Apple Festival
  - **Description**: The Step Family brings you entertaining originals and a mix of covers that include country, pop, alternative, and a little funk and blues 🎶


Stick Gilbert, Marshall Anderson, Christopher Brown, Michael Arthur, Justin Craft, and Rachel Sue bring you the m
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro Apple Festival
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- **Event Name**: Big Muddy Monster Brewfest
  - **Description**: The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest Corporation is proud to announce the 16th annual Big Muddy Monster Brewfest on October 3rd at Riverside Park in Murphysboro, IL. A beautiful bounty of craft beers, food trucks, music, games, vendors, and the Big Muddy Mon
  - **Venue**: Riverside Park
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- **Event Name**: BLOCK PARTY w/ City of Soul
  - **Description**: Let's close out the season with a Brews Debut!

The 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 finishes out on 
Friday, Sept. 18th with City of Soul!


**Confused about the date?  September falls weird this year. 
Labor Day weekend is Sept. 4-7.
The Murphysboro Apple Festi
  - **Venue**: 1105 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, IL, United States, Illinois 62966
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- **Event Name**: Bill Harper @ Murphysboro Apple Festival Main Stage
  - **Description**: Solo from 4-6pm
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro Apple Festival
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- **Event Name**: 45th Reunion - Class of ‘81
  - **Description**: 🎉 CLASS OF '81 — IT'S TIME TO COME HOME! 🎉

Murphysboro High School 45th Reunion
Friday, September 11, 6p-11p, 2026 · @ Southpaw Bar and Grill, Murphysboro, Illinois
________________________________________

Hey MHS Class of '81! Mark your calendars. Clea
  - **Venue**: Southpaw Bar & Grill
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- **Event Name**: Corey Evitts at KINCAID MARINA- Murphysboro, IL
  - **Description**: 3 Hours of Music
  - **Venue**: Kinkaid Village Marina
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- **Event Name**: Cruise Night
  - **Description**: Come join us for our 5th Cruise Night of the 2026 season on September 5th.
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro Illinois Cruise Nights
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- **Event Name**: Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live!
  - **Description**: An intimate evening with Sam " Corn Fish" McKinnies live at the Jackson County Country Club.
  - **Venue**: Jackson County Country Club
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Miss Apple Festival Scholarship Pageant 2026 (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 02:00 pm at Murphysboro High School), Bill Harper @ Murphysboro Apple Festival Main Stage (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm at Murphysboro Apple Festival), Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live! (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm at Jackson County Country Club), Corey Evitts at SOUTHPAW- Murphysboro, IL (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 02:00 pm at Southpaw Bar & Grill).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Murphysboro today August 22, 2026?
  - **A:** Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live! (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm at Jackson County Country Club).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Murphysboro this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live! (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm at Jackson County Country Club).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Murphysboro in August 2026?
  - **A:** Jackson County Country Club presents Sam "Corn Fish" McKinnies Live! (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm at Jackson County Country Club).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Murphysboro on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Murphysboro include Murphysboro High School, Murphysboro Apple Festival, Jackson County Country Club.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Murphysboro range from USD 10 to USD 10. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Murphysboro include Murphysboro Apple Festival, Bill Harper, Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist, CornFish.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Murphysboro.

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