Events

At the end of the month, Pure Memphis Music Series returns to Old Dominick Distillery. On August 23, singer-songwriter Harlan T. Bobo kicks things off with a performance co-hosted by Memphis Slim House.

A new festival is coming to town this year combining two of Memphians’ greatest loves: chicken and beer.

All artists who have a way with the spoken word and a passion for social justice should check out the symposium offered by the National Civil Rights Museum on August 17. The Drop the Mic Poetry Slam and Symposium, designed for creatives, teaches young people how to tackle difficult issues through art.

If you haven’t taken advantage of the Orpheum Theatre’s Summer Movie Series yet, it’s not too late.

Enjoy cool cocktails, fun music and gorgeous sunsets from one of the city’s best rooftop bars when you party at iconic The Peabody Memphis.

Regardless of how they serve, Memphians love to give back. On June 28, several individuals, corporations and nonprofits will be honored for their service at the Volunteer Memphis Awards.

The annual Bluff City Art and Poetry Slam is back for its fourth year this weekend at the Cordova Library. On Saturday, June 30, local artists between the ages of 13 and 30 will come together to showcase their talents – including everything from painting and photography to poetry and the spoken word.

Celebrate the 901 on Saturday with Memphis music, art, brews and even a fireworks show at the 901Fest.

Runners, it’s time to lace up those shoes again for the Great American River Run. The race takes place on Saturday, May 26, and it’s still not too late to sign up.

Take your art with a splash of soul when the Urban Art Commission hosts the Bring Your Soul Block Party outside of its new Crosstown offices on April 26.

Starting May 4, the city will welcome a month of education, music and barbecue with the annual Memphis in May International Festival. This year’s chosen country of honor is the Czech Republic.

Curious about up-and-coming Memphis artists? Well, you’re in luck!

Because Memphis loves Bluff City-native Justin Timberlake, we have a whole lot to be excited about. The Grammy Award-winning pop star will return to the Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 4, nearly 14 years since his last performance.

The second annual Vintage901 festival is returning to Memphis March 2-4, 2018, for three days of wine, food and live music.

Need Sunday Funday plans? Railgarten has you covered, considering you can stay at the converted rail yard all day and never get bored. Pop in for brunch, hang around the Tiki hut for cocktails, play a little ping pong and stay for the Grammy Awards Watch Party.

One of the best things about the Bluff City is that we embrace many different cultures, and often celebrate them as our own. Mardi Gras is a great example. Here are some festive ways to celebrate in the 901:

Looking for Friday night plans? Head to Brown Missionary Baptist Church for Soul Session: A Showcase of Hope! The annual event is presented by BMBC Young Adult Ministry, which is designed for folks in their 20s, 30s and up.

Remember the Tape Art outdoor exhibit at Brooks Museum this past Spring? Well, Tape Art is headed back to Memphis to Tape the Square!

Folks across North America are looking forward to a once-in-a-lifetime event on August 21 — a total solar eclipse, when the moon will completely cover the sun. Memphians will only see 94% of the eclipse, but we’re making the most of it with activities across the city. Most start between 11:00 a.m. and noon.

Memphis is full of enterprising, talented and giving professionals making their marks on the city and beyond. The Top 40 Under 40 Urban Elite Professionals Awards Gala kicks off its second year of recognizing Memphians under age 40 who are making the Bluff City and world great.

Shelby County Schools honored five alumni who have soared in their careers and worked diligently to make an impact in their communities.

Women with natural hair all over the Mid-South will meet up and experience the 6th Annual Naturals in the City Health and Wellness Expo presented by Design Essentials Naturals. The event will be held July 15-17 at Minglewood Hall in Midtown.

The Lorraine Motel is well-known as the site where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was shot in 1968. On the lighter side of history, the motel attracted many musicians and other famous guests of the era, including B.B. King, Nat King Cole, Count Basie and baseball legend Jackie Robinson.

Andrew Young — civil rights pioneer, diplomat, former Georgia congressman and two-time Atlanta mayor — will serve as keynote speaker at the Hooks Institute’s annual gala. Young was also the first African-American United States ambassador to the United Nations, appointed in 1977 by then-president Jimmy Carter.

Located in the heart of Midtown’s Cooper-Young neighborhood, the small, independent Memphis Made Brewing Co. is known for its fresh, local beers, both seasonal and limited releases. And on April 15, you’ll have the opportunity to check out some tasty new brews, which will be released throughout the day.

Springtime is a perfect time to be on the lake – specifically Cook’s Lake in northwest Memphis. Beginning Sunday, April 1, come out to Cook’s Caribbean Fulljoy, the hottest reggae party in town, to get a taste of authentic island flavor to the backdrop of a beautiful lake.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Here are ways Memphians can partake in the festivities:

Brown Baptist is partnering with Mid-America Baptist Seminary & TN Baptist Convention to host a free two-day session targeted toward equipping pastors, preachers, seminary students and church leaders for topics such as racial reconciliation, social justice, and community leadership.

Let the party begin! The lineup for Beale Street Music Festival 2017, slated for May 5-7, was released this week and is a dream come true for music lovers.

Sorry guys, this event is strictly for the southern belles. The Southern Women’s Show is making its way back to the Bluff City. The Woman’s Show series travels to multiple cities throughout the nation, including Birmingham, Orlando and Novi, Michigan.