Ever wanted to discover the different herbs used in your favorite cocktails? Stop by the Memphis Botanic Garden from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. to learn all about your favorite drinks! They’ll have drinks from the bitter to the bubbly all featuring herbs from the garden! Tour the herb garden to see how these roots
Memphis Events & Happenings
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Jun 29: Memphis Riverboats Inc. Dinner and Music Cruse
Spend your Friday night listening to live music and eating delicious food aboard one of Memphis’s riverboats! You’ll be able to enjoy 2 hours on the Ol Man River while listening to Memphis Riverboat Inc.’s house band. Be sure to get there at 7 p.m. to be able to depart by 7:30 p.m. Advance reservations
Jun 29: Muddy’s Kitchen Tour & Tasting
Muddy’s Bake Shop presents a long awaited evening kitchen tour! This behind-the-scenes Muddy’s experience will not disappoint. You can learn how Muddy’s works at the Broad Avenue baking kitchen. Meet the Muddy’s team while they make the treats you love, and even try your hand at baking. Decorate cupcakes, try cake inscriptions and snack all night! facebook.com/muddyskitchentourandtasting
Jun 29-30: Garner Framing Open House
Stop by and visit Garner Framing for their open house! Artwork by Lauren Fogg, Taylor Loftin, Kristen Schebler, Rahn Marion, and Gino Pambianchi will be featured. You can shop all the antiqued mirrors, raw frames and open frames on Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All
Jun 29: Live at the Garden: Train
Live at the Garden is one of Memphis’ most known events. To conclude June’s performers, the award-winning band Train will take the stage. So grab some friends, snacks and drinks and head down to Memphis Botanic Garden for this classic Memphis summer event! Season passes are $170 and tickets for individual shows are $41. liveatthegarden.com
Jun 30: Lyrics at the Lorraine
Head down to the Lorraine Motel for education, empowerment and entertainment. Support the Memphis performing arts community by enjoying this two-hour showcase of poetry, comedy and music. This event is open to the public but may consist of deep subject matter so this event is recommended for mature youth and adults. There will also be an opportunity to
Jun 30: Stax Academy Summer Grand Finale Concert
The Levitt Shell has concerts all summer long, but one of our favorites is always the Stax Academy Summer Grand Finale. Take in the beautiful June evening while listening to some of the most talented middle and high school musicians who have gone through a four-week summer intensive at the Stax Museum. This fun way
Jul 1: Green Goddess Summer Cocktails & Vegan Tapas
Come and enjoy some 100% plant-based cocktails and tapas! The Green Goddess will be hosting chefs Omi Iyalaje and Reynolde Jordan. Not only will there be delicious food and drink but there will also be live music! From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. you and your friends can enjoy all the vegan courses and cocktails. Grab your
Apr 12-Aug 16: Peabody Rooftop Parties
Warm weather in Memphis means one thing—Peabody Rooftop Parties! This ongoing Memphis tradition for those 21 and older brings good music, cold drinks and memorable times to the historic hotel. And can we talk about those views! The fun lasts from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and tickets are $10-$15, available at the door. Here,
Jun 1-Jul 25: Eclectic Eye presents Escape to the Sea by Carolyn Moss
Just in time for summer, Eclectic Eye presents “Escape to the Sea,” a collection of acrylic and watercolor paintings by Carolyn Moss. A local native, Moss draws inspiration from her trips to the Carribean to illustrate beach scenes we all know and treasure. She uses soft, subtle colors of the surrounding landscape to contrast with the
Apr 7-Oct 27: Memphis Farmers Market
Let’s be real: we all need more fresh veggies and fruits. So why not show Memphis some love while fulfilling that need! The Memphis Farmers Market is happening every Saturday through October and will have more activities and foods than you can dream of. Grab the whole family on Saturdays and head down to the
May 4-Aug 31: Movie Mania at Carriage Crossing
Join Carriage Crossing every Friday, May through August, for Movie Mania 2018! Enjoy free, family-friendly movies in Central Park, with pre-movie fun including games and giveaways. Movies start at dusk, but come early with chairs or blankets to grab your spot on the lawn! shopcarriagecrossing.com
Feb 3 – Aug 19: Black Resistance: Ernest C. Withers and the Civil Rights Movement at Brooks Museum
Opening on February 3, the Brooks Museum is hosting iconic images from photographer Ernest C. Withers in the exhibition Black Resistance: Ernest C. Withers and the Civil Rights Movement. The collection revisits powerful moments from the days surrounding Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, all immortalized on film by Withers, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of
Jul 3: Memphis Stars and Stripes 5K
Welcome back the annual Memphis Stars and Stripes 5K! The race will take place on July 3 at the Memphis Botanic Garden starting at 7 p.m. It will benefit the American Red Cross and honor our local military, fire, law enforcement and first responders that are so vital to our city. There will be live
Jul 4: Memphis Redbirds Independence Day Celebration
What’s more American than baseball, a cookout and fireworks! Celebrate Independence Day with Rocky the Redbird and the team as they play the Omaha Storm Chasers. To participate in the cookout, which will last from 5 to 7:30 p.m., a specialty ticket will need to be purchased that includes both the game and the cookout. Fireworks
Jul 3: Collierville Independence Day Celebration
Grab your family and party like it’s 1776 to celebrate America’s birthday this year in Collierville! This family-friendly event will be held on July 3 at Cox Park. Food vendors will be open at 6 p.m., exciting entertainment at 6:30 and the firework display will start at 9:30. Don’t miss out on this annual tradition in the heart of such
Jul 4: Cooper Young Fourth of July Parade
Come celebrate America’s big day in the beautiful Cooper-Young neighborhood with its annual parade! Festivities begin at 10 a.m. in the Peabody Elementary School parking lot. There will be popsicles provided, as well as other outdoor activities to keep the whole family entertained. Also be sure to get creative and dress the family up in the
Jul 4: Central Gardens Fourth of July Parade
This Central Gardens tradition for more than 30 years is back and better than ever! Join the fun July 4 morning starting with a patriotic costume contest for 7 & under and 8 & up, best-dressed pet, and best-decorated bikes and wagons. The day will continue after the parade with music, food and sno-cones. With
Jul 4: Fourth of July at the Peabody
With some of the greatest views of the city of Memphis, it’s no wonder people flock to the Peabody rooftop each year to watch fireworks light up the sky over the Mississippi River. This year’s celebration will kick off at 5 p.m. and last until 10 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
Jul 4: Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular at Mud Island
Looking for the best place to view fireworks this Fourth of July? Mud Island is hosting its Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular with live music, food and family fun that everyone will enjoy. Pack your picnic blankets and come watch the beautiful displays that will be sure to light up the Memphis sky! memphistravel.com
Jul 5: Zen and Zinfandel at Memphis Botanic Garden
Wind down your week with Zen and Zinfandel at Memphis Botanic Garden! Bring your own yoga mat and beverage to start at 6 p.m. in one of their beautiful gardens. Led by a local instructor with Sumits Yoga, this is an experience like no other. It is free for members and $10 for non-members. For more
Jul 8: Woof River at the Redbirds
Join Woof River Animal Rescue and the Memphis Redbirds for a day full of puppies and pitches! Woof River will be hosting their pups as the Lipscomb & Pitts Non-Profit of the Game. Tickets are $16 and proceeds go to the rescue! Head to AutoZone Park for the first pitch at 2:05 p.m. to enjoy
Jul 11-17: Memphis Flyer Burger Week
Join Memphis Flyer for their 4th annual Burger Week! From Wednesday through Tuesday you can enjoy some of the best burgers the Mid-South has to offer. For a special Burger Week price of $5.99 or less you can taste burgers in all forms and fashions during lunch and dinner hours. Savor the flavor all week
Jul 12: Cocktails and Canvases at Memphis Botanic Garden
30 Thursdays is back for another week with Cocktails and Canvases! On July 12 from 6:00 pm you can enjoy an outdoor painting class by Plein Air with the subject being one out of the thirty-one gardens. Don’t forget to bring your own beverage and of course painting supplies. This event is free with Garden Admission.
Jul 13: Family Science Night at The Pink Palace
This year’s Family Science Night at the Pink Palace is themed Earth and Space! From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. you and your family can participate in hands-on activities and experiments as well as speak to local astronomers, engineers, scientists and more! Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at brownpapertickets.com . The lawn of the Museum will
Jul 14: Memphis Caribbean Jerk Festival
It’s the 3rd annual Memphis Caribbean Jerk Festival! From 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Tiger Lane located at 450 Early Maxwell Boulevard you and your family can enjoy a variety of Jerk and Caribbean food. There will also be live music from local Caribbean musicians as well as activities for the whole family. This event
Jul 14: Alison Krauss at Mud Island Amphitheater
It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: Alison Krauss and special guest Dee White are performing at the Mud Island Amphitheater! Doors open at 7 p.m., the concert starts at 8 p.m. and tickets range from $55.00 to $75.00. Grab some dinner downtown with friends before and make this a night you won’t forget.
Jul 14: Sprinkler Day at Memphis Botanic Garden
Get out of this Memphis summer heat with Memphis Botanic Garden’s Sprinkler Day! From 10:00 am -12:00 pm your kids and family can cool off in one of the various sprinklers spread out across the beautiful lawn. The day is free with Garden Admission and no reservation required. Concessions will also be available for purchase
Jul 20-21: The Regalia Center Summer Sidewalk Sale
Who else needs a little retail therapy with your girls? The Regalia Center is to host its 2018 Summer Sidewalk Sale on Friday, July 20 and Saturday, July 21. Each store will have individual sales going on so don’t miss out on a chance to get amazing deals on items you love! While we adore
Jul 21: Taste of Memphis Vegan Food and Drink Festival
Come and please your tastebuds at this year’s Taste of Memphis Vegan Food and Drink Festival! This event features the endless possibilities the vegan world has to offer. Some of the best chefs and restaurants in the Mid-South will be making an appearance. Tickets are $15 and the event is held at Cook’s Lake. Grab
Jul 21: 30th Annual WEVL Blues on the Bluff
You are not gonna believe all that WEVL Blues on the Bluff has in store! To celebrate 30 years, come soak up the views of the mighty Mississippi from the grounds of The Metal Museum and enjoy the energetic line up of artists Lightnin’ Malcolm, The Kenny Brown Band and Marcella & Her Lovers. Gates open
Jul 22: Butcher Board Festival
We are so excited about Memphis’s first ever charcuterie festival! The Butcher Board Festival offers attendees the chance to taste food, wine and beer from a variety of vendors. For $45 your ticket includes a butcher board and tasting glass that allow you to sample all the meats, cheeses, beverages and more! Head to the
Jul 28: National Day of Dance
Celebrate National Day of Dance with Ballet Memphis and the Dizzy Feet Foundation! This is a free community dance event for all ages and levels of dance experience. Ballet Memphis will teach a “flash-mob” style dance to all participants that will be filmed and included on the Dizzy Feet Foundation’s website. The Dizzy Feet Foundation
Aug 8: The Peach Truck at Millstone Nursery and Gardens
Grab some friends and head down to Millstone Nursery and Gardens for some peaches! The Peach Truck is one of Tennessee’s favorite traditions – bringing peaches from Georgia to the volunteer state! The event is free and open to the public from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. thepeachtruck.com
Sep 22: St. Jude Walk Run to End Childhood Cancer
The St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer is an annual 5K race looking to raise money for St. Jude to help continue its work toward ending all childhood cancer. Participants can walk or run the event and tickets are $10. The race kicks off at 8 a.m. fundraising.stjude.org
