20+ Things To Do This Weekend

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THINGS TO DO ALL WEEKEND

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at the Orpheum Theatre

Now til Sunday | $46-$151.60

This enchanting and timeless tale has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including the classic songs “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast.”

Mid-South Pride Fest Weekend

The 51st annual Memphis Pride Fest Weekend brings four days of celebration to downtown Memphis. Produced by Mid-South Pride, the weekend includes the iconic Beale Street parade, a festival with 175+ vendors and two live stages, dance parties, and a drag brunch. It's the largest Pride celebration in the Mid-South region, drawing over 50,000 attendees.

901 Stories: Down on Beale at New Daisy

Friday and Saturday | $35-$50

Experience the rhythm, soul, and energy of Memphis in an unforgettable evening of dance and live music. Featuring choreography by local artists Camilla Curran, JD Bryant, Alyssa Abbas, Steven Prince Tate, and Max Robinson, the performance is set to the iconic sounds of Memphis legends including Alex Chilton, Furry Lewis, and Al Green, with a special live appearance by Kortland Whalum. Proceeds support the Frayser Dance Project, helping provide free dance education, performances, and apparel to youth in the Frayser community.

41st Annual Memphis Orchid Society Show & Sale at Memphis Botanic Garden

Friday and Saturday | free to attend

Founded in 1955, the Memphis Orchid Society began its annual show and sale in 1977 in Downtown Memphis - it migrated to the Memphis Botanic Garden in 1985. Here orchid enthusiasts can explore a wide variety of stunning blooms from top vendors and browse exquisite orchid exhibits from local and regional growers. Don’t miss the re-potting station, where you can learn techniques to keep your orchids thriving.

Juneteenth Festival at Medical District Park

Friday and Saturday | free to attend

This is a weekend dedicated to community, culture, and commemorating freedom. Whether you are looking to showcase your talent, display your classic car, or shop from local businesses, there is a place for you at this year’s celebration!

THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY

Precious Cargo Forum: A Forum for Every Voice at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

10:30 a.m. | free to attend

The Precious Cargo Forum is a powerful, community-centered panel discussion bringing together therapists, advocates, and community-focused law enforcement for an honest, open conversation about the experiences of those in the speech and disability community. Whether you stutter, live with a physical disability, navigate an invisible or nonphysical condition, or simply want to show up in support of someone you love, you belong here.This forum is open to all.

Love All Fridays at Eldon Roark Tennis Center

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | $25/player pass| $10/community pass | free for kids under 5

Love All Fridays is a Friday night tennis, music, movement, and community experience designed for every level of play. Whether you are brand new to tennis, returning to the court, looking for a fun way to move, or ready for friendly competition, there is a place for you to rally with us. This series brings together tennis, music, movement, community vendors, and Friday night energy in a welcoming environment built around access, confidence, and connection.

Family Fun Friday at John F. Kennedy Park

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | free to attend

There will be fun for all ages, including games, music, bounce houses, and more. Plus, they’re introducing PYP Bucks this year! No preregistration required. More of What to Expect: Choice of free food or dessert for the first 500 attendees, Teen Takeover Tour performances

Teen station with arcade games and more.

Jake Shimabukuro Live at the Overton Park Shell

7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. | free to attend

Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique, innovative spirit, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz, rock, classical, blues, folk, and traditional Hawaiian music.

Edwin McCain and Five For Fighting at Graceland Soundstage

8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. | $47.75

For the first time ever, Edwin McCain and Five For Fighting are hitting the road together this June! This must-see co-headline tour brings two legendary voices to one stage for a night packed with unforgettable hits. Sing along to Five For Fighting's "Superman (It's Not Easy)" and "100 Years" then relive McCain's favorites like "I'll Be" and "I Could Not Ask for More." From start to finish, expect big moments on stage, heartfelt lyrics, and the songs that have become the soundtrack to a generation.

Cemetery Cinema: The Goonies at Elmwood Cemetery

8:45 p.m. | $15

Cemetery Cinema is an event taking place inside Elmwood Cemetery's gates. Buy a ticket, bring a lawn chair, and join us in front of the historic 1866 Cottage for an outdoor movie night unlike any other in Memphis. Picnics are welcome, or you can grab dinner made by food truck Hot 'n Heavy Dogs. 

Unplugged: DJ Avious - Usher & Chris Brown at One11 Madison

9 p.m. - 10 p.m. | $20

Enjoy a live album listening experience celebrating the music, energy, and undeniable influence of Usher & Chris Brown. From smooth R&B classics to crowd-moving anthems, expect a night filled with live musicianship, soulful vocals, and nonstop vibes. This isn’t just music playing in the background — this is a full experience.

THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY

Memphis Crafts & Drafts Festival: Summer Market at Crosstown Concourse

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | free to attend

Browse unique handmade goods from talented local makers, grab a drink, enjoy great food, and explore everything Crosstown Concourse has to offer — all in one perfect summer day. It’s a free, family-friendly day of shopping local, sipping craft beers, and soaking up the best creative vibes in the city.

7th Annual Community Health Wellness and Safety Resource Fair at Raleigh Springs Civic Center

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | free to attend

This free, family-friendly outdoor event features health screenings, CPR demonstrations, community resources, food, and fun for all ages. Bring your family, invite a friend, and come connect with valuable resources that support a healthier, safer Memphis!

Blooming in Binghampton Festival at Carpenter Art Garden

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | free to attend

Enjoy live music, dance performances, engaging panel discussions, a petting zoo, and a vibrant lineup of local vendors and artists. Bring your friends and family and experience an unforgettable day filled with creativity, connection, and community spirit.

If You Got It: Experience at the Bert Ferguson Community Center

Noon - 4:45 p.m. | $31.30

Get ready to dive into a fun, interactive experience, and celebration that's all about showing off what you've got and having a blast. IF YOU GOT IT: The Experience is a curated film, culture, and community event celebrating the power of storytelling and the voices shaping it. Created by Ivi D’vynne, this experience marks both the premiere of her thesis film IF YOU GOT IT and a milestone moment of creative emergence.

Memphis Vintage Market at Overton Square

Noon - 7 p.m. | free to attend

Shop from a block full of vendors ranging from vintage clothes, jewelry, accessories, home goods, and more all at one place! Plus, enjoy live DJ sets the entire day!

Literatini at Novel Bookstore

7 p.m. - 11 p.m. | $100/GA | $150/VIP
Head to this a high-energy evening of expertly crafted martinis, friendly competition, and meaningful connections — all in support of Literacy Mid-South's mission to expand literacy access across our community. 

High Fade Live at the Overton Park Shell

7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. | free to attend

Funk/Rock trio High Fade – consisting of founder Harry Valentino (Guitar, Vocals), Oliver Sentence (Bass, Mustache) and drummer Heath Campbell (Drums) has grown from Scotland’s most excited busking band into a household name across the world after bursting onto the scene with viral sensations such as “Burnt Toast & Coffee”, “Gossip”, “Burnin’”, and an audacious cover of Herbie Hancock’s “Chameleon”. Delivering shows that are packed with raw energy and jaw-dropping musicianship, they refuse to accept the limits of what a three-piece band can do. 

THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY

Soak Sundays Poolside Brunch and Day Party in the Medical District

Noon - 5 p.m. | ticket prices vary

Your Sunday Funday is SOAKED! Enjoy a private courtyard, poolside brunch, sounds by DJ Zetta. Hosted by Brezay.

Golden Mic: Young Artists in Convert at The Green Room at Crosstown Arts

1:30 p.m. | $14.42

Get ready for an electrifying showcase of incredible youth talent from the Mid South and surrounding areas, performing LIVE alongside Memphis' finest musicians! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon and evening filled with a vibrant mix of music, featuring contemporary pop, soul, country, and so much more! Don't miss out on this sensational celebration of creativity and artistry! Private Vocal Students of Gina Vandegrift, Erika Cobb, and Megan McNeely.

Memphis Ice Cream Festival at Overton Park Greensward

2 p.m. - 5 p.m. | $10/kid | $15/adult

Celebrate 125 years of Overton Park with lots and lots of ice cream! The Memphis Ice Cream Festival is a community‑driven celebration of Memphis’ local small‑batch and artisan ice cream makers, founded to spotlight local ice cream makers and bring families together. This year's festival on the Overton Park Greensward features unlimited ice cream tastings, food trucks, arts and crafts, water slides, face painting, music, and a fun atmosphere that reflects the heart of the city.