Join the Thanksgiving Day tradition at the Memphis Hungry Turkey 5K Run/Walk at Shelby Farms Park. Everyone gets a cinnamon roll at the finish line and the satisfaction of knowing that they got out of bed and ran on Thanksgiving Day, which means a guilt-free smorgasbord later! Registration fee is $36.99 until it increases on
Memphis Events & Happenings
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Nov 22-Dec 28: Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Presented by International Paper, Starry Nights is a family-friendly holiday experience with drive through and walking trails of lights and displays plus magical Mistletoe Village! This event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Park, and it’s a holiday tradition for thousands of families. They will be closed on Monday, November 26. And hours run from
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,
Nov 23: Tree Lighting Ceremony at Memphis Botanic Garden
Join Memphis Botanic Garden for the lighting of the City of Memphis Christmas Tree for the very first time. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the tree lighting is scheduled for approximately 6:15 p.m.Tickets are reserved with timed entry, so they encourage advance ticket purchases! memphisbotanicgarden.com/tree-lighting-ceremony
Nov 23: Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at The Peabody
Kick off the holiday season at The Peabody with an all day event that begins with the morning Duck March, followed by local choirs singing holiday classics and ending with a special performance by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Stick around after the evening Duck March to see Santa and Mrs. Claus light the Peabody Christmas Tree
Nov 23-Dec 30: Holiday Wonders at the Garden
Holiday Wonders at The Garden opens Friday, November 23, and runs on select nights through December 30 at the Memphis Botanic Garden. This holiday event features three distinct areas, each with a different theme and all filled with festivities! “Snowy Nights” is an outdoor, interactive and family-oriented venue. “Trees Alight” light show extends to the
Nov 24: Storytime with Mary Reaves Uhles
Novel welcomes Nashville illustrator Mary Reaves Uhles for a special holiday storytime on Small Business Saturday, November 24, from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. She will be reading her book A Tuba Christmas and the book will also be available for purchase as well. novelmemphis.com
Nov 24 – Dec 24: WinterArts Memphis at Shops of Saddle Creek
With affordable gifts by local artists, this holiday pop-up market offers unique, handcrafted pieces by regional fine artists. Here, you can score gifts for all sorts of people on your list, with jewelry, gifts and art, all crafted from glass, metal, wood, fiber, clay and more. This annual event is hosted by ArtWorks Foundation, a
Nov 24: Bartlett Holiday Market
Come join the 5th Annual Bartlett Holiday Market held in the Banquet Hall of the Bartlett Station Municipal Center in Bartlett, TN. They are a one-stop shop for all of your holiday needs with over 60 local vendors on Small Business Saturday. There will be unique decor, crafts, holiday items, handmade items, and so much more.
Nov 5-Dec 24: Paw-liday Donation Drive at Eclectic Eye
Eclectic Eye is hosting a “Paw-liday” donation drive, benefiting Memphis Animal Services, that will run November 5 through December 24. All donations can be dropped off at the store during business hours. To see the full list of items needed, check out their website. eclectic-eye.com
Nov 17-Dec 31: Enchanted Forest: Festival of Trees
This yearly event benefiting Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital runs all December long at the Pink Palace Museum. Fun for family members of all ages, this winter wonderland brings the holiday season to life with its cast of animated characters in a snowy “Enchanted Forest.” Witness elves at work and penguins at play, and enjoy a special
Oct 13 – Jan 16: Extension: Artists’ Books, Prints, and Zines at Dixon Gallery and Gardens
‘Extension’ aims to reveal a spectrum of contemporary approaches to print media with an emphasis on self-publishing. Works on display in the Mallory/Wurtzburger Galleries range in scale, edition size, and material, from repeat-printed yardage to pocket-sized zines. Featuring works by Abigail Lucien, Ricardo Vicente Ruiz, Daniel Leudtke, Liz Ensz, Emmy Bright, Yumi Sakugawa, Walls Divide
Oct 13 – Jan 6: From the Marne to the Rhine: Jean-Louis Forain and World War I at Dixon Gallery and Gardens
The Dixon will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day with a selection of Jean-Louis Forain’s striking press illustrations of the Great War. With more than 200 war cartoons published in weekly and daily newspapers, Forain became the spokesman for the common soldier on the Western Front and the main theatre of war approximately located between
Sep 22-March 24: Origami in the Garden
Origami in the Garden will begin on September 21 through March 24. This is put-on by International Paper, Speer Charitable Trust, Goldsmith Family Foundation and Belz Family Foundation. This is an exhibit of 17 outdoor sculptures and 3 indoor. The unfolded cast wall hangings will be on display throughout 31 of their gardens. This collection
Nov 28: Night Life for Hospice
Night Life for Methodist Hospice is a one-of-a-kind, up-close and personal concert event experience. This year’s event features singer-songwriter and Country and Americana star, Margo Price, most notable for her award-winning albums Midwest Farmer’s Daughter & All American Made. Proceeds from the event will benefit Methodist Hospice to provide quality, hospice care to every patient
Nov 30: Delight at Crosstown Concourse
Enjoy live music, hot cocoa and crafts while they flip the switch on the Crosstown Concourse holiday lights in the Central Atrium. The lighting installation that starts down from the top of the atrium is 100 feet tall. Crosstown Arts will lead a kids craft making holiday lanterns. This event is free and open to the
Nov 30: Taste of Hope at The Children’s Museum
Taste of Hope is the American Cancer Society’s signature culinary, wine, and spirits event, featuring some of Memphis’s most popular restaurants and beverage vendors. Guests can enjoy a walk-around tasting where they can sample signature dishes and beverages, while also enjoying an exciting silent auction and other entertainment. Individual tickets start at $65 and you
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
Dec 1: Memphis Holiday Parade
Be a part of the grandest holiday parade in the region! Join in the fun on America’s most iconic street as they ring in the holiday season with marching bands, steppers, twirlers, floats, and all sort of sights! Event begins at 4 p.m. on December 1. Admission is free and open to the public. bealestreet.com/memphis-holiday-parade/
Dec 1: St. Jude Memphis Marathon
Pack your shoes for the home of the blues! The St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend is the single largest one-day fundraising event for St. Jude. Join the run this December and do more with your race. This event will take place on December 1 in Downtown Memphis. The races + prices vary. stjude.org
Dec 6&13: Shopping with Santa Paws at Saddle Creek South
Make your list and check it twice! Then grab your tickets to Saddle Creek’s Shopping with Santa Paws night! Enjoy valet parking and gift wrap for any items purchased during the event, plus a reusable shopping tote and holiday cocktails while you shop. Tickets are $20 with all proceeds benefiting Streetdog Foundation. Sponsored by Doc’s
Dec 8 & 15: Pictures with Santa at Saddle Creek
Visit Vera Bradley in the Shops of Saddle Creek for Photos with Santa Clause! Pets are welcome, as long as they’re current on vaccines, friendly, and on a leash or in a carrier. Please don’t wear green, as their photographer uses a green screen. Event is free. styleblueprint.com
Dec 22-23: Magic of Memphis at The Cannon Center
Grab your friends and family and start a new holiday musical tradition. The Memphis Symphony Orchestra will be putting on a sparkling celebration of the holiday season, featuring some spectacular talent from the Memphis musical community. The Saturday show runs from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and the Sunday show runs from 2:30 p.m. to
Dec 31: The Party Life at Hilton Memphis
This year, Hilton Memphis is presenting a New Year’s Eve experience with live entertainment, balloon drop, hors d’oeuvres, and a might champagne toast. The festivities will begin at 9 p.m. on December 31. Tickets start at $65 for general admission. eventbrite.com
Dec 31: New Year’s Eve on Beale Street
Party with the whole city at a rockin’ New Year’s Eve bash, blues-style! Throughout the night, celebrate with live music, fireworks, food, drinks and more — and be sure and stay for the Hard Rock Cafe Guitar Drop and countdown to midnight. Ring in 2019 in Memphis’ signature style. Festivities start at 10 p.m. bealestreet.com
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
