Memphis events
Day or night, any time of year, Memphis has plans for you. Memphis loves
to celebrate, and find as many ways as possible to make events for its
visitors. Memphis makes it happen.
Arts in the Park
Christian Brothers University Campus
www.experienceartinmemphis.org
The only comprehensive arts get together in this part of Tennessee, this is a fine weekend of celebrateing the fine arts. Both visual and performing arts represented. Memphis marks the calendar for this one.
AutoZone Liberty Bowl
Liberty Bowl Stadium
Memphis
www.libertybowl.org
The end of the season college championship game between Conference USA and the Mountain West Conference. Memphis makes a great venue for this college bowl game, and December in Tennessee makes it better. See website for details.
Beale Street Fourth of July
Tom Lee Park
Memphis
The best fireworks show and 4th of July celebration in all of Memphis. This day long event, right on the banks of the Mississippi river, is free to the public. Call 901-529-0999 for details.
Blues First Weekend
Beale Street
Memphis
www.blues,org
A convention for the legions of fans of the Blues. Activities and great music all weekend, and the International Challenge and Blues Alive Awards. If you're a blues fan, Memphis is the place to be this weekend.Website for details.
Cooper-Young Festival
Cooper-Young Historic District
Memphis
www.cooperyoung.com
A Memphis street festivals to end all street festivals. 3 stages of live music and over 250 artists booths. Shoppertainment to the max. See website for details.
Elvis Birthday Week
Graceland,
Memphis
www.elvis.com
One of the busiest weeks in Memphis. Thousands come from all over the globe to say "Happy Birthday", and celebrate the King's legacy. Activities all weekend and cake for all! See website for details.
Memphis International Film Festival
Malco Studio, Overtin Square
Memphis
Memphis loves a good film, and loves its annual film festival. 4 days of the best in film from local, regional and global filmakers. Come and celebrate the independent spirits in Memphis!
Mid-South Fair
Mid-South Fairgrounds
Memphis
www.midsouthfair.com
If you love a state fair, you'll Memphis' Mid-South Fair. Every kind of food and exhibit you would expect, and more! Over 50 thrilling rides, daily concerts, livestock shows, and a rodeo. See website for details.
NASCAR Busch Series
Memphis Motorsports Park
Memphis
www.memphismotorsportspark.com
A benefit for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, this is Memphis racing at it's best. This Sam's Town 250 is a fast and furious race, and the people watching is just as thrilling. See website for details.
NHRA O'Reilly Mid-South Nationals
Memphis Motorsports Park
Memphis
www.memphismotorsportspark.com
Memphis will fill your need, your need for speed. Powerade drag racing featuring the stars of the NHRA. Memphis turns out for these races,so the crowds are as exciting as the cars. See website for more details.
Southern Heritage Classic
Liberty Bowl Stadium
Memphis
www.southernheritageclassic.com
A weekend of cultural events, and the excitement of a great football rivalry, Tennessee State University versus Jackson State University. Memphis doesn't miss out on this one, and neither should you! Website for details.
W.C. Handy Awards
Memphis
www.handyawards.com
The highest honor a blues musician can receive, these awards are a grand night for all in the blues industry. Memphis steps out to see the stars of this genre attend. See website for details and location.
W.C. Handy Birthday Celebration
Beale Street
Memphis
Memphis loves any opportunity to celebrate its musical heritage, and this is no exception. Starting with a grand parade, and continuing to an all day party, this is one great way to play on Beale Street.
World Champion Barbecue Cooking Contest
Tom Lee Park
Memphis
www.memphisinmay.org
There's nothing Memphis likes better than barbecue, and no better place to sample the best of barbecue. This annual event is part of the International Festival in May, with many additional activities. See website for details.



