January brings a fresh start and a fresh crop of great events to check out throughout the South. Here are a handful that we’re excited about! Image: Feast Food Tours
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Through Jan 27: Christmas Town
From November 1 to January 27, head to the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center for Christmas Town. This large collection of porcelain pieces was assembled by Jimmy and Sue Drye of Clarksville and was donated to the museum by the Drye’s children in honor of their parents. Bring your family to walk through the village
Select dates through Jan 28: Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum
Grab some popcorn and a drink, and cheer on your favorite NBA team at the FedExForum this December on select nights. The Memphis Grizzlies play the Pistons on Wednesday, January 2; the Nets on Friday, January 4; the Spurs on Sunday, January 9; the Bucks on Sunday, January 16; the Pelicans on Monday, January 21;
Jan 22-26: International Blues Challenge
The 35th annual International Blues Challenge features blues musicians from around the world who gather in Memphis to compete for cash, prizes and industry recognition. Presented by The Blues Foundation, this annual event kicks off Tuesday, January 22, and the competition runs throughout the week at Beale Street venues, concluding with the finals at the
Jan 23-27: Progressive Insurance Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow at Kentucky Expo Center
Summer may be months away, but warm-weather activities are coming. The Progressive Insurance Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow will be held at the Kentucky Expo Center and feature hundreds of the newest models of boats and RVs, along with a selection of boating, outdoor and fishing accessories, and educational seminars for all levels. Tickets start
Jan 26: Annie Pettry hosts regional “Top Chef” Cheftestants at Decca
Chef and owner Annie Pettry will welcome Bravo’s “Top Chef” season 16 star chefs Sara Bradley and Caitlin Steininger to her kitchen at Decca on Thursday, January 24 at 6 p.m. Cost for the three-course dinner with paired wines from Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits is $90.deccarestaurant.com
Dec 1-Feb 24: Georgia O’Keeffe: Visions of Hawai’i at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
This landmark exhibition at Memphis Brooks Museum of Arts offers a rare focus on 20 of O’Keeffe’s depictions of Hawai‘i from a nine-week sojourn in 1939 while on commission to produce images for a Hawaiian Pineapple Company promotional campaign. This event runs through February 24. Hours run from Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,Thursday and
Feb 1-3: 2019 Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville
The Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville returns for its 29th year, February 1-3, 2019 at the fabulous Music City Center in downtown Nashville. This year’s theme is “A Passion for Home” and includes an incredible lineup of speakers including Faith Hill, Ray Booth, Bobby McAlpine, Leslie Rascoe and more! Tickets are $20 before midnight on
Feb 2: FirstBank First Saturday Art Crawl
If you’ve been in Nashville for long, you have probably heard about First Saturday Art Crawl. This monthly event features art galleries through town as they host over 1,000 people and open their doors to beautiful displays from both local and world-famous artists. Admission is free for this event as you are able to explore
Feb 8: Wine for Wishes at The Cadre Building
Located at The Cadre Building, Wine for Wishes is hosted by Make-A-Wish Mid-South. They will bring you a fun-filled wine tasting with live music, door prizes, a wine pull, catered hors d’oeuvres and so much more. Tickets are only available by advance purchase for $50 until January 15 and then the price will increase to
Mar 1 & 2: Tulips & Juleps at Louisville Slugger Field
Get together for a ladies’ weekend at Slugger Field’s Tulips & Juleps, a unique shopping experience featuring a variety of vendors and special events. Enjoy a cocktail as you shop for for spring and the Derby. This event will take place from noon to 9 p.m. on Friday, March 1, with Juleps After Dark from 4
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