MEMPHIS 901 DAY 2023 EVENTS

Temporary Art Installation and Toast, Beale St. and Main St., 9:01 a.m.

This 901 Day event from Beale St. Brewing will feature a vibrant art installation that celebrates and pours love into Memphis. Join them at 9:01 a.m. at the corner of Beale St. and Main St. for a toast to Memphis with the help of the Downtown Memphis Commission and anyone that loves Memphis. It's a BYOB event -- bring your own morning beverage to celebrate. There will also be a chalk installation for attendees to participate in.

901 Day Market, Feast & Graze, 12 - 6 p.m.

Come explore & support local businesses on Friday September 1st at Feast and Graze. There will be a variety of businesses to purchase jewelry, body oils, home decor, apparel, skin care, treats and more. Feast & Graze will have tasty $9.01 lunch specials.

Community Mural 901 Day, 1160 Union Ave, 3 - 5 p.m.

Celebrate our city by coming together to paint a community mural at The Ravine. All ages welcome and materials will be provided. The Ravine is going to be a happenin’ spot. How cool would it be to have played a part in a mural that everyone will see.

901 Day Celebration, AutoZone Park, 4 - 7 p.m.

Free, All Ages, Kid-friendly, Tickets can be purchased for Redbirds Game
Downtown's biggest 901 Day celebration will be held this year by the Memphis Redbirds and will feature pregame concerts, plaza party, fireworks, and more. The celebration will be held at the plaza with Mempho Music Festival and Overton Park Shell helping to host a free concert and party. Read our blog here that breaks down the whole event. Stick around for the Redbirds game and post-game fireworks.

First Fridays on Broad 901 Day, Broad Ave Arts District, 5 - 8 p.m.

Free, All Ages, Kid-friendly

Every First Friday of the month, Broad Avenue Arts District hosts “First Fridays” where people are encouraged to walk the street exploring all the shops they have to offer. Generally, there are discounts, special offerings, and activities to enjoy.

901 Day in the Ravine, The Ravine, 5 - 10 p.m.

Memphis Made Brewing Co. is celebrating 901 Day in the Ravine. There will be live music by The Turnstyles, Solar Powered Love, and River City Tanlines. Board to Beers will have their gaming truck parked in the Ravine and Memphis Roller Derby will be holding demonstrations. Soi #9 and Hot N' Heavy Dogs will be providing the food while we provide all the beer. MemPops will also be on site. Entrances to the Ravine are at 16 S. Lauderdale St., 607 Monroe Ave., and 571 Marshall Ave.

901 Day Celebration, Grind City Brewing, 5-8 p.m.

Vendor market from 5-8 p.m., live music, drink specials, and more. Live Music Performances by Benton Parker, Wyly Bigger, and Jad Tariq. Bring your 2021, 2022, or purchase your 2023 Grind City Oktoberfest Stein and receive $5 refills of either Poppy's Pils or Oktoberfest for 9/1/23 ONLY!

901 Day Fest, Railgarten, 8-10 p.m., All Weekend

$22.50, $20/single day passes, $52.50/weekend passes, all ages, 

901 Fest is an epic weekend-long celebration with live music by Memphis Bands. Catch Mississippi All Stars with Sons of Mudboy on Friday, Dead Soldiers, Star & Micey, Devil Train on Saturday, and Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience, with special guest Marcella Simien on Sunday. Single day passes and 3-day passes are on sale now.

901 Day Market, Overton Square, 6 - 9 p.m.

Celebrate Memphis in Chimes Square with live performances by Raneem and Better in Color and a shop local 901 artisans market with 20 vendors. Take selfies in the photo booth, enjoy an Elvis tribute artist, and pose with U of M’s Pouncer.

901 Day Indie Music Fest, Memphis Music Room, 7 - 11 p.m.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind multi-genre concert celebrating the vibrant independent music community of Memphis. Performers Anthony Q, AYOZA, Ashley Ave, Ashton London, Kay Boogie, Suavo J, Virghost, and a surprise guest.

Marketplace in Motion 901 Day, Railgarten, 6:30 - 10 p.m.

All ages, free to attend prior to 901 Fest shows beginning. Shop local artists, grab a bite to eat, and listen to live music at Railgarten's annual 901 Day Fest.

Project 901, TONE, 7:30 p.m. - Midnight

Hit TONE for a 901 Day gallery and live exhibition: a visually curated experience celebrating Memphis culture. In addition to celebrating Memphis culture and highlighting Young Memphians. There will be a curated gallery from Memphis-based artists and photographers, a visual screening, live DJ mixes, live playlist exhibition, and after-mixer.

SEPTEMBER 2

While these events don't land on 901 Day specifically, they are an extension of celebrating and uplighting Memphis.
 

Healthier 901 Fest, Shelby Farms Park, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Free, all ages, kid-friendly

Join Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare for a day jam-packed with non-stop excitement, free family fun and empowering events, including: healthy cooking demonstrations featuring celebrity chefs, fun fitness activities, health screenings, dedicated kid zones, sponsor giveaways, surprise guests, and food trucks. It’s time to start a movement toward a Healthier 901, not only for our beloved community but for everyone. 

901 Day Fest, Railgarten, 8-10 p.m., All Weekend

901 Fest is an epic weekend-long celebration with live music by Memphis Bands. Catch Mississippi All Stars with Sons of Mudboy on Friday, Dead Soldiers, Star & Micey, Devil Train on Saturday, and Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience, with special guest Marcella Simien on Sunday. Single day passes and 3-day passes are on sale now.

Marketplace in Motion 901 Day, Railgarten, 6:30 - 10 p.m.

Shop local artists, grab a bite to eat, and listen to live music at Railgarten's annual 901 Day Fest.
 

Local businesses are sharing the love—so let's get out and support them on September 1, or anytime.

• Gwinnett Stripers vs. Memphis Redbirds - Mempho Music Special: Get tickets to the Redbirds game on 9/01 and the Mempho Music Festival with this bundle deal for just $90
• Feast & Graze will have tasty $9.01 lunch specials
• Blue Suede Vintage will have $9.01 sales (not including shipping) with items posted on Instagram Stories on Friday for a 901 Day special
• My Cup of Tea will offer a 10-bag variety pack for $9.01 on 901 Day
• IP Beauty Spa will offer a Brow Wax and Tint for $19.01 and Perfect Glow Facial for $90.01.
• Bog & Barley will have $9.01 Pasqua Prosecco
• Brookhaven's Tiger Bleu Chips will be $9.01
• BABALU is showing the love with $9.01 Grind City Ritas and $9.01 Memphis Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich 
• Dipsticle will offer free dipping and toppings for 901 Day. Mention this post to redeem offer!
• Germantown Athletic Club application fee special will be $9.01
• Supper Club on 2nd will have select $9.01 appetizers and $9.01 cocktails
• ARCHd will celebrate with these in-store deals: 8”x10” Memphis art prints for $9.01 (regularly $24), single Memphis coasters for $9.01 (regularly $12), and Memphis mini wood blocks for $9.01 (regularly $20)
• Be sure to thank Curtis for this one! LoVe is having an epic 901 deal. Everything (---everything!!) will be $9 from 4 p.m. to midnight. That's good for food, drinks, Casamigos shots, and everything else.
• Bluff City Toffee is offering 20% off online orders up to $200 with promo code 901
• Central BBQ (Downtown, Summer Ave. and Midtown food truck locations) will have full orders of chicken bbq nachos for $9.01
• Ibis and The Lounge on Main (upstairs) will have $9.01 speciality cocktails 
• The Majestic Grille has two speciality cocktails that will be $9.01: Blackberry Stiletto (Old Dominick Huling Station Bourbon, Amaretto, blackberry puree, lemon, soda) and Feelin’ Hot Hot Apricot Martini (Old Dominick Honeybell, apricot, lemon, jalepeno). Both cocktails are part of the Spirit of Memphis Cocktail Competition.
• Celtic Crossing: $9.01 Mahi Mahi Tacos
• MemPops will have a three pops for $9.01
• The Incredible Pizza Company will give $9.01 in free game play with the purchase of any package. Not valid for unlimited play or birthday/group packages. Lasts 9/1 - 9/4
• Chef Tam's - Entree specials and drink specials starting at $9.01
• Edge Motor Museum - Half price admission  (only $5) and extended hours
• Rootstock - Mixed case discount of 10% on half cases
• Sabor Caribe - 2 for 1 margaritas and food specials
• Smoke and Ice - Will be at Health Sciences park and offering food and beverage specials starting at $9.01
• Memphis Whistle will have $9.01 deal for their Tiger and Grizz Burgers and $5 local beers from 4-9 p.m
• If you buy a coffee at Belltower on 901 Day, you'll get a punch card that gives you a free coffee for every month for a year
• Slider Inn will have live music and $9.01 Jameson Slushies
• Old Dominick will give free tours for anyone with a Valid TN ID. (Must be 21 and based on availability.) At the bar all day we will be serving Old Fashioneds for $9.01 plus tax.
• MoSH will offer a 10% discount on all Gift Shop items featuring local artists, jewelers and goods from My Cup of Tea, Brooks Coffee, Ginger's Bread and more. Don't miss their daily tours and Guitar exhibits!
• Art Project is offering $25 off all memberships and 20% off all retail now through Sunday.
• Plant Based Heat is serving up $9.01 'Chopped N Smoked' BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches all day

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