6th Annual Booker Fest

James Carrol Booker III, otherwise known as "The Black Liberace," "The Piano Pope," or "The Bayou Maharajah," knew how to have a good time. Remembered for his splashy piano style matched with rigorous technical skill, the New Orleans-born and Bay St. Louis-raised piano legend is honored every year at Booker Fest, taking place over Labor Day Weekend. Join the fun at cultural institution 100 Men Hall, where musical performances will rock along all weekend. Performers include J & The Causeways, New Orleans Suspects, River Eckert Band, Jourdan Thibodeaux et les Rôdailleurs, The Quickening, Chloe Marie with Sam Forshey, and St. Rose Gospel Choir. Event kicks off Friday at 6 pm, Saturday at 1 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm. Day pass for Friday and Sunday $30. Day pass for Saturday $75. Weekend pass $110. 100menhall.com.