Embrace the final weeks of summer with this lineup of exciting events happening around Memphis. From baseball games and live music to fundraisers and fun runs, there’s plenty to see and do this month. Mark your calendar for these events around the Bluff City!
August 2, 2025: Feast on the Farm
Head to ShowPlace Arena at 6 p.m. for Feast on the Farm, a country-chic event with live music, silent auctions, food from local chefs, and more. The evening supports Agricenter International’s mission to educate individuals about agriculture, forestry, and natural resources. Tickets start at $125 per person. agricenter.org
August 5 – 10 & 19 – 24, 2025: Memphis Redbirds Home Games
Take me out to the ball game … and watch the Redbirds win. On select days throughout August, you can cheer on Memphis’ minor league baseball team at AutoZone Park. To see the full schedule and purchase tickets, visit milb.com.
August 6 – 10, 2025: World Golf Championship-FedEx St. Jude Invitational
The World Golf Championship-FedEx St. Jude Invitational is Memphis’ PGA tournament that supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Held at TPC Southwind, experience four days of golf action. Daily tickets begin at $30. pgatour.com
August 8 – 16, 2025: Elvis Week at Graceland
Elvis fans, are you ready for the celebration of your dreams? Honor the music, movies, and legacy of Elvis Presley at Graceland. Events include performances from Elvis tribute artists, tours of Graceland, dance parties, and more. (Note: Be sure to buy tickets as soon as possible, as some events sell out quickly!) guesthousegraceland.com
August 10, 2025: Sunset Jazz
Sunset Jazz at Court Square Park is a free, family-friendly event. The series offers a diverse lineup of some of Memphis’ finest jazz artists, and August’s performer is Michael Shults. Plus, grab a snack and a drink from one of the on-site food trucks. The concert starts at 6 p.m. sunsetjazzmemphis.com
August 16, 2025: 7th Annual Memphis Chicken & Beer Festival
Chicken and beer … what else could you ask for? Head to the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium Field for the annual Memphis Chicken & Beer Festival. The event includes live music, beverage and food samples, yard games, and inflatables. General admission tickets are $54.35 and include a souvenir glass, beverage samples, and a donation to Merge Memphis. (Note: Designated driver tickets are also available.) memphischickenandbeer.com
August 23, 2025: 18th Annual Forrest Spence 5K
The Forrest Spence 5K supports the work of the Forrest Spence Fund, which helps families facing childhood illnesses. Taking place at Shelby Farms Park, registration is $25 for adults. forrestspence5k.raceroster.com
August 28, 2025: Whet Thursday: Beats on the Bluff!
Join the Metal Museum this month for Whet Thursday. The evening includes a DJ battle, art, hands-on activities, food trucks, and drinks. The event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. metalmuseum.org
August 29, 2025: South Main Trolley Night
On the last Friday of each month, South Main hosts Trolley Night, an event where shops are open late, and many local restaurants offer specials. This is the perfect opportunity to hop on the trolley, South Main’s best mode of transit (and Trolley Night’s namesake)! downtownmemphis.com
August 30, 2025: Healthier 901 Fest
Beginning at 10 a.m. at Shelby Farms Park, this year’s Healthier 901 Fest features cooking demos by celebrity chefs, surprise giveaways, live music, and healthy food trucks. To see a complete list of events, visit healthier901.com.
Happy August, Memphis!
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