Bike into the moonlight for a great cause! In honor of the 20th celebration, this year’s tour theme is all about Memphis. Don’t have your own bike but you want to ride? Explore Bike Share will offer free use of their bikes. The event will begin at 8 p.m. on August 24 at Cancer Survivor
Memphis Events & Happenings
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August 24: A Vibe on the Island
Join the Mud Island Park for a monthly series dedicated to original music makers in Memphis. Each month the Grove will transform into an outdoor venue dedicated to a different genre of Memphis music. Grab a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy tunes by the river. facebook.com
August 24: 12th Annual Forrest Spence 5K
The Forrest Spence 5K supports the work of the Forrest Spence Fund, which helps families facing childhood illnesses. This year’s event will be held at the Memphis Botanic Garden starting at 8 a.m. Stick around for food, music, prizes and some bonus competitions following the race. Register in advance for $25, or on the day
August 24: Paw Prints Gala
It’s the most adorable event of the year! The 2019 Paw Prints Party is sure to be a “paw-ty” worth barking about. At FedEx Event Center in Shelby Farms Park, attendees will enjoy food, drinks, live music and, of course, some furry friends! The fun is from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and proceeds benefit
August 24: Memphis Area Ford Dealers present Lee Brice with Hunter Hayes, Wolf at the Garden
Sing your heart out to Lee Brice and Hunter Hayes at the Memphis Botanic Garden on August 24. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online or through the Memphis Botanic Garden Box Office. liveatthegarden.com
Aug 30: Trolley Night
On August 30, visit South Main, Memphis’s historic arts district, for the longest-running street festival in Memphis! This ongoing free event takes place on the last Friday of every month and is open to the public. The fun begins at 6 p.m. and includes live music, shopping at South Main retailers and food and cocktails
June 22-September 22: Bouguereau & America Exhibit at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
Comprising 40+ works by the French painter William-Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905), this exhibition focuses on Bouguereau’s paintings in US collections and how they reflect the tastes, beliefs and ambitions of America’s elite. The exhibit opens on June 22 and runs until September 22. The museum is closed on Monday and Tuesday of each week, but it
August 31: Stone Soul Picnic
Grab your picnic baskets, blankets, lawn chairs and refreshments and head to the Levitt Shell for some free concerts! Food and beverages are available for purchase in the ShellEats community area and dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. The fun will begin at 12 p.m. on August 31. levittshell.org
September 5: Shotguns and Sunflowers
A unique event, Shotguns and Sunflowers raises funds while bringing awareness to the Palmer Home for Children. It first started as a dinner party, but it has a grown to an event with a “Garden and Gun” theme that celebrates culinary deliciousness, live music, tasty drinks and Southern culture. The attire this year is “Delta
September 5: Shotguns and Sunflowers
A unique event, Shotguns and Sunflowers raises funds while bringing awareness to the Palmer Home for Children. It first started as a dinner party, but it has a grown to an event with a “Garden and Gun” theme that celebrates culinary deliciousness, live music, tasty drinks and Southern culture. The attire this year is “Delta
September 6: Art on the Rocks
Meet Art on the Rocks, an event with a botanical cocktail component. It will feature mixed drinks with gin, tequila, vodka, whiskey and rum, as well as craft beers, mocktails and much more! Enjoy food from some of your favorite local restaurants while you don your best green ensemble. Members, get your tickets for $40, and
September 7-8: Germantown Festival
Barbecue, crafts, vendors and entertainment — it’s all you need for a good time. At the Germantown Festival, there are over 400 local vendors that come to show off their latest items, including jewelry, pottery, metal, woodwork, hand-stitched garments, paintings, photography and many other creative items. Plus there are children’s activities. Admission is free, and
September 8: 43rd Annual Central Gardens Home & Garden Tour
The Central Gardens Home & Garden Tour is back! The homes this year are walkable — because they all focus around an area of Central Avenue, with the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in the center. There will be three updated historic homes along with three newly constructed homes. From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., you can
September 14: Cooper-Young Festival
Hosted by the Cooper-Young Business Association comes Memphis’ favorite outdoor celebration, The Cooper-Young Festival. Held in the largest historic district in Memphis and one of the most highly attended festivals in the city, the festival will host artists from around the country and a chance to purchase items. It’s a true celebration of people, culture,
September 19: Vive le Que
Head over to Wiseacre Brewing Company on September 19 at 6 p.m. for a night of food, craft beers and wine, speciality cocktails and open flame cooking. They will have short tours of the brewery, a beer pairing, pint glass painting, corn hole, live music and so much more! All of the proceeds go to
September 21: My Big Backyard Anniversary
Join Memphis Botanic Garden from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate their 10th anniversary of ‘My Big Backyard.’ Enjoy a family friendly gathering with nature crafts, activities and treats. Admission is free with Garden Admission. Later that evening, join them for an adults-only fundraising event that will have live music, an open bar, live
September 28: Vintage901 Underground Low Country Seafood Boil
Vintage901 has partnered with Common Table Health Alliance to bring the second Underground Low Country Boil on September 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. As of right now it is at a secret location, but more details will come later! This evening will be filled with wines, craft beer, snacks, and live art and
September 28: Barktober Fest
Join in on the fun at Shops of Saddle Creek on September 28 for 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for their Barktober Fest at the Saddle Creek Beer Garden. All ticket proceeds benefit Streetdog Foundation and includes a souvenir tasting cup and the chance to try 20 home-brews. Enjoy live music, a photo booth, pinball,
October 12-20: Romeo and Juliet
Steven McMahon’s Romeo and Juliet, returns to the stage of Playhouse on the Square to kick-off Ballet Memphis’ 33rd season. This enduring story of feuding families and timeless love will capture your heart. balletmemphis.org/romeo-and-juliet
