As always, Graceland will spend a week this August celebrating the music, movies and legacy of our most beloved Memphian, Elvis Presley. From the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest to the Elvis candlelight vigil, Elvis Week promises to be full of long sideburns, sashaying hips and Elvis sightings. A full schedule and information on ticket
Southern Events & Happenings
StyleBlueprint finds fun things to do in the South each month. No matter if you live in Virginia or Louisiana or somewhere in-between, you will find events perfect for a road trip or to embrace in your own backyard
Aug 10-19: Birmingham Restaurant Week
Calling all foodies – the ninth annual Birmingham Restaurant Week (BRW) 2018 will be held Friday, August 10 to Sunday, August 19 with more than 70 restaurants set to participate in celebration of the city’s acclaimed culinary culture and love of local. Birmingham Restaurant Week celebrates the city’s burgeoning culinary reputation and connects the community
Aug 24-26: Southern Women’s Show
Get ready to shop till you drop at Charlotte’s favorite event for women — the Southern Women’s Show. Check out hundreds of boutiques with the latest fashions, trendy jewelry, gourmet treats, health and beauty and so much more. Enjoy fashion shows, top chefs and even celebrity guests. Bring your mom, sister or best friend and spend
Aug 24 & 25: Songwriters and Symphony Under the Stars
Cheekwood will open the beautiful Swan Lawn and invite guests to hear hit songs written by Wendell Mobley, Lee Thomas Miller and Chris DeSefano. In few places other than Nashville can you hear from these chart-topping songwriters in such a lovely setting! For your $50 ticket, you’ll get an evening of music at one of
Aug 25 & 26: Grant Park Summer Shade Festival
The Grant Park Summer Shade Festival will once again welcome music and art lovers to Atlanta’s oldest park for two days of nonstop fun. The festival will feature an impressive lineup of live music throughout the weekend on two stages, in addition to an expansive artist market, kids’ zone, 5K run and a dedicated VIP
Aug 25: Sophisticated Living Polo Series World Cup
A barbecue buffet, bourbon, wine, spirits and entertainment – you’ve got our attention! The region’s best polo players will suit up to vie for possession of the SL Polo Cup trophy at Oxmoor Farm as part of the Sophisticated Living Polo Series World Cup. Gates open at 4 p.m. The first match is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. with the
Aug 30-Sep 1: Live on the Green
This Labor Day weekend, Lightning 100 presents to you Nashville’s FREE live music festival, Live on the Green. The three-day festival includes an incredible lineup of performers, a solid selection of food vendors, a great menu of brews and a vibrant crowd for a weekend full of jamming. Check out the lineup and make your
August 31 – September 2: Hot Air Balloon Festival at Callaway Gardens
Hot air balloons are a treat for children and adults, alike! The fun starts at Callaway Gardens at the Friday Night Balloon Glow and continues all weekend long with great events at both balloon rides, as well as tethered activities. Admission prices vary by person, by day and by age so find out how much
Aug 31-Sep 3: Worldfest
Travel around the world in one weekend, right in downtown Louisville! WorldFest, one of the region’s largest international festivals, celebrates its 16th anniversary with four days of expanded world food, live music, dance, culture and education. This event takes place in downtown Louisville at the Belvedere and admission is free. Food and crafts are available
Aug 31-Sep 2: Southern Grown
Taste, sip, learn and experience the unique culture of the beloved South during this weekend festival. Enjoy live music by distinguished headliners, local festive fare, conversations on sustainability, cooking demonstrations and more. This weekend is filled with opportunities, kicking off with Friday night’s Garden & Gun signature dinner and show, featuring Nashville-based Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors. All-access
Sep 8: Wine on the River
On Saturday, September 8, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., join the 16th annual Wine on the River event. Sample a wide selection wine, beer and spirits from around the globe and experience flavors from restaurants that will be featuring culturally themes menus (available for additional purchase). Enjoy live music as you sip and savor vibrant worldwide
Sep 22: All Aboard for Sculpture at Montague Park
Catch the Tennessee Valley Museum Train at Sculpture Fields in Montague Park for the sixth annual fundraiser! Guests will begin the evening with cocktails and music in the park then board the train for a four-course dinner. This event is from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. and tickets are $250. sculpturefields.org
Nov 3: Sculptures in the Sky at Montague Park
Get ready for some high-flying family fun! Come out to Sculpture Fields at Montague Park for skies filled with colossal and colorful kites, stunt kites and Rokkaku battle kites at the Sculptures in the Sky event. In addition to the kites, visitors will also enjoy performances, local food trucks and a beer tent. This event is
November 22: 30A 10K
Scheduled for November 22, 2018, the 30A 10K, has already been named one of the top five Thanksgiving race events in the nation and has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities in the South Walton area, which spans the Florida panhandle and is a popular destination anytime of year, but for race participants,
