Spring is fast-approaching, and we can finally feel that winter chill retreating as the Memphis social scene is warming up this March! From fundraisers and races to grand openings and galas, this month is packed with fabulous local events, and we’re ready to start celebrating everything the Bluff City has to offer. Get out your planners, because we’ve rounded up 22 of the hottest events to check out. Let’s get the March madness started!
Cheers to all of the fun to be had in Memphis this month! Image: Green Shoe Gala
21 March 2019 Events in Memphis
March 1-3, 2019: Southern Women’s Show
Do you find yourself scanning Pinterest for outfit inspiration, beauty tips and delicious recipes? Then, you will love the Southern Women’s Show this March 1 through 3 at The Agricenter. This weekend of style will feature fashion shows, beauty tips, health screenings, cooking demonstrations, decorating ideas, personal growth opportunities and, of course, SHOPPING — all tailor-made for the Southern woman. Tickets are $10, and event hours vary by day. southernshows.com
March 2, 2019: Cirque du CMOM
Presented by IBERIABANK, Cirque du CMOM is an annual major fundraiser for the Children’s Museum of Memphis that will take place on Saturday, March 2, at 7 p.m. This event will feature fabulous food from local restaurants, drinks, live entertainment and the ever-popular silent disco and so much more! Funds raised through this event will go straight to the museum to help with programs and exhibits, expanding outreach programs, increasing museum access to under-resourced children and families, providing educational resources to teachers and much more. Individual tickets are $150. cmom.com
March 2, 2019: Cognac, Cars & Cigars at the Metal Museum
Join iHeart Media for the 4th Annual Cognac, Cars & Cigars on Saturday, March 2, on the lawn of the Metal Museum from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cognac, Cars & Cigars is an all-inclusive cigar and cognac tasting event where attendees can relax with cognac samples and a premium cigar while admiring some of the hottest cars on the market and enjoying live music. Tickets start at $80. cognaccarsandcigars.com
March 2, 2019: Junior League Bridal Show
Junior League Bridal Show has ditched the tables and booths to create an event experience on March 2 at the JLM Community Resource Center from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Junior League has gathered a fabulous group of local Memphis vendors to showcase their services and skills at this year’s event. Wedding planners and vendors have teamed up to create beautiful, yet functional event spaces within the Junior League facility so that brides-to-be are not only able to meet the vendors and planners, but also visualize their big day and get inspired! Tickets are $10. jlmemphis.org
March 2, 2019: Half Pints for Half Pints
Drink beer, eat yummy food and bid on items from local businesses on March 2 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Your ticket will get you Memphis Made brews as well as food from Central BBQ, Sweetgrass, Mulan, Aldo’s and Celtic Crossing. There will also be music and wine for those who don’t drink beer. Tickets start at $30. All proceeds to go to Cooper-Young’s Peabody Elementary to support their arts and technology. halfpints.org
March 2-3, 2019: 3rd Annual Vintage901 Festival
Wine lovers, foodies and music aficionados mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual Vintage901 Festival. Vintage901, Inc. is a nonprofit organization created by a woman with a dream to incorporate culture, community and purpose into a weekend-long wine and food festival, and that is exactly what she did. This two-day wine, food and music festival will showcase the flavors of the world! The Grand Tasting at Crosstown on Saturday runs from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the Sparkling Brunch at Shelby Farms’ FedEx Event Center on Sunday runs from noon to 2 p.m. Tickets for the Grand Tasting start at $75 in advance and $85 at the door. And tickets for the Sparkling Brunch are $95 through noon on February 28. vintage901.com
March 5, 2019: CoolSculpting and Skin Type Solutions Launch Party
University Plastic Surgeons are introducing two of their newest services on Tuesday, March 5, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m in the main lobby. Along with information about CoolScuplting and Skin Type Solutions, the event will offer an opportunity to chat with the surgeons, get a free Skin Type Solutions analysis, get a mini CoolSculpting consultation and enjoy desserts and drinks. Attendees can also register to win one ThermiSmooth treatment or one free month of a Skin Type Solutions product. If you book a CoolSculpting appointment by March 29, you will receive 20% off, and if you sign up for 12 months of Skin Type Solutions, you will receive another 12 months free. utuniversityplasticsurgeons.com
March 9, 2019: ChalkFest
On Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bring out your inner artist and help transform the Brooks Plaza at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art into a colorful masterpiece! Bring the whole family for a fun day of art-making, exploring the galleries, games, music, food trucks and more. Bring your own chalk or buy a box for $3. brooksmuseum.org
March 9, 2019: Soul Explosion at Stax Museum
Join One Family Memphis, the Memphis Slim Collaboratory and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music at the Soul Explosion, a free family-friendly event on March 9 at 11 a.m. This event will connect organizations with candidates for seasonal employment, academic enrichment summer academies and internship and volunteer opportunities. This is also the time to learn about great summer camps for the kiddos. staxmuseum.com
March 9, 2019: Memphis 901 FC Season Opener
Grab the family and head to AutoZone Park on March 9 for a soccer game full of fun and excitement and hopefully a 901 win! The Memphis 901 FC goes up against the Tampa Bay Rowdies in their opening game, starting at 6 p.m. Season tickets are now on sale, but you can buy individual tickets starting at $10. memphis901fc.com
March 9, 16 and 23, 2019: Streetdog Foundation Adoption Day at Hollywood Feed
Streetdog Foundation has rescued more than 750 endangered dogs from the streets of Memphis. Whether temporarily fostering or adopting one of their rescues, you can become a part of the Streetdog family. Now, there’s a chance to find your furry friend at one of their adoption days at select Hollywood Feed locations. On March 9, the adoption day will be at Hollywood Feed on Union Avenue from noon to 3 p.m.; on March 16 at Erin Way from noon to 3 p.m.; and on March 23 on Collins Street from noon to 3 p.m. streetdogfoundation.com
March 10, 2019: Soulful Food Truck Festival
Enjoy fabulous eats from eight locally owned food trucks on March 10, starting at noon. Local beers and wine will also be available along with live musical performances. General admission tickets are $8; tickets for kids ages 6 to 12 are $5; and kids ages 5 and under are admitted free of charge. No need to bring chairs — they will have them for you. So sit back and relax, listen to some live tunes while nibbling on good ol’ comfort food. eventbrite.com/soulful-food-truck-festival
March 16, 2019: 46th Annual Silky O’Sullivan St. Patrick’s Day Parade
It’s that time to celebrate the luck o’ the Irish! Grab something (or everything) green, and come out to this annual parade full of fun performances, music, fantastic celebration and so much more! Kicking off on Beale Street at noon, attendees will have plenty of spots to grab a drink or a bite to eat while enjoying the biggest and best parade Memphis has to offer! bealestreet.com
March 16, 2019: Big Buffalo 50 at Shelby Farms Park
The Big Buffalo 50 on Saturday, March 16, will have a rocking post-race party along with finisher belt buckles and food from Tapbox, Central BBQ, Fuel and MemPops — all at beautiful Shelby Farms Park The 50-mile race is $75; the 50K is $55; the 50K relay, which consists of five members, is $150; and the high school relay, which also consists of five members, is $75. The 50-mile will begin at 5 a.m., the 50K at 8 a.m., and the 50K relay at 10 a.m. bigbuffalo50.racesonline.com
March 22, 2019: Wine Down: Sangria Edition at Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Don’t miss one of the Dixon’s most popular events on March 22! From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., join Dixon Gallery and Gardens for a special sangria-themed night with wines provided by Buster’s Liquors and Wines and snacks provided by A Catered Affair. Tickets are $25 for members and $40 for non-members. dixon.org
March 23, 2019: A Serving for Tennis
Tennis Memphis, a nonprofit focused on improving the lives of Memphis’ youth through tennis and education, is hosting its sixth annual ‘A Serving for Tennis’ on March 23 from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests will enjoy delicious food, wine and beer, music, a silent auction and the opportunity to vote for their favorite restaurant. The event will be at The Red Barn at Agricenter International, which offers valet parking. Single tickets are $75; a table of six is $450; and a table of 10 is $750. Ticket prices go up on February 28. eventbrite.com
March 23, 2019: Cherry Blossom Picnic at Memphis Botanic Garden
Celebrate the beginning of spring and enjoy your last chance to see the Origami in the Garden exhibit on March 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be Japanese food trucks with tasty treats for a picnic in the Japanese Garden. Activity stations will be led by University of Memphis Japan Culture Club. Tickets are free with garden admission. memphisbotanicgarden.com
March 23, 2019: Garden Party at Palladio Garden
Join Palladio Garden on March 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for their grand opening of their new Horticulture Building and plant nursery! There will be special guest speakers, demonstrations throughout the day, activities for the kiddos, food trucks and live music. Palladio Garden was voted Memphis’ top Outdoor/Patio Furniture store and they will also be debuting several lines of their upscale outdoor furniture. palladiogarden.com
March 28, 2019: Memphis Women’s Summit
Join the Junior League of Memphis at the University of Memphis for the 4th Annual Memphis Women’s Summit. Enjoy keynote speaker Dominique Dawes, breakout sessions with local leaders and vendor booths focused on women’s issues and interests, as well as a dynamic luncheon discussion. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and tickets start at $135 until March 1, when they go up to $150. There are also options to purchase tickets to specific events and VIP packages. memphiswomenssummit.org
March 29, 2019: Trolley Night on South Main
Going strong for 18 years now, the South Main Trolley Night is the longest-running street party in Memphis. The entire neighborhood will be buzzing with art galleries, shops, restaurants and bars offering music, performances and special discount rates. Come join in the fun in South Main. Trolley Night takes place on the last Friday of the month at 6 p.m. on South Main Street. gosouthmain.com
March 30, 2019: GreenShoe Gala
On Saturday, March 30, at the FedEx Event Center at Shelby Farms, green shoes are welcome and green-tie is optional for the GreenShoe Gala presented by the First Tennessee Foundation. Emceed by Ron Childers and Joyce Peterson, it’s an evening of dinner and dancing, plus a wine and whiskey pull and a Kendra Scott jewelry pull. Proceeds from the evening help keep Shelby Farms Park and Shelby Farms Greenline clean, safe and green. The evening begins at 7 p.m., and tickets are $200. shelbyfarmspark.org
March 30, 2019: Barks ‘N Brews at Minglewood Hall
There’s really nothing better than beer and hanging out with German Shepherds. This fundraiser and home brewer’s competition at Minglewood Hall on Saturday, March 30, begins at noon and benefits the Imminent Danger German Shepherd Rescue. Vote on the best local brewer, grab some local merchandise, partake in a silent auction and eat some tasty food truck grub. This is a 21+ event, and tickets start at $30. minglewoodhall.com
Happy St. Paddy’s Day, and have a lovely March!
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