5 Things To Do This Weekend

March 29 - March 31

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5 Things To Do In Memphis This Weekend

 

HAPPENING ALL WEEKEND

Bob Dylan: Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour, Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. - 11 p.m., $59.50-$137

Legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan will perform live at Orpheum Theatre. Use of phones, smart watches, and accessories will not be permitted in the performance space.

April Garcia & Stephany Medina, Eight & Sand, Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m., free to attend

Head to Eight & Sand, the onsite bar at Central Station Hotel and the best-sounding music room and vinyl collection in town for one-of-a-kind performances. April Garcia, recently known as Motown Mami, is the founder of an all-lady vinyl DJ collective. As a Latina woman, Stephany Medina wanted to change the narrative around who you would normally see DJ your favorite dance party. She aims to bring her Tennessee community together through art, music and activism. 

Memphis Redbirds Opening Day, AutoZone Park, Friday at 3:05 p.m., Saturday at 1:05 p.m., and Sunday at 1:05 p.m., prices vary

Kick off the 2024 baseball season at AutoZone Park! Meet your 2024 Memphis Redbirds and finally get your hands on their famous ballpark BBQ Nachos. They’re having a pregame plaza party (for free and open to the public) featuring face painting, a balloon artist, yard games, good music, and more!

 

THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY

British Invasion Laser Beatles & Zeppelin, MoSH, 3:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 8:30 p.m., $18 each show

March is the month for giants of classic rock and lasers! It has been 50 years since the Fab Four invaded our shores and set the stage for waves of British rockers to follow. There will be 3 shows this night starting with Laser Beatles, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Laser Zeppelin.

Trolley Night, South Main, 6 p.m., free to attend

Celebrate local music, businesses, art, and a darn good time this Friday as South Main Trolley Nights enters its 24th season. Also, it looks like South Main Sounds booked live performances on the trolleys.

Arcade Glow Party, Nerd Alert at Carriage Crossing, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., $10/kid, $12/adult

This is for the Nerds who came from their Cooper Street Arcade, this one’s for YOU! They will have lights out and black light retro gameplay. Wear your neon. Glow sticks provided for the mini nerds.

Memphis Art Salon Gallery Opening, Minglewood, 6:30 p.m., $21.95

Enjoy live music, delectable food and wine pairings, local art, live painting, and a night to remember.

Bigger and Better MWA Tour, Railgarten, 7 p.m., $25-$46

MWA is one of the most exciting wrestling companies around featuring high-flying and exciting wrestling matches. Here’s what you can look forward to: wild, non-stop action wrestling outside, dance party inside w/ DJ ICON. Doors open 7 p.m. and will be open to all ages. The After-Party starts at 10 p.m. -midnight and is 18+.

Mark Normand: Ya Don’t Say Tour, Minglewood Hall, 7 p.m., $34-$166

Comedian Mark Normand will perform live at Minglewood Hall. He has appeared on Conan, The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, and more.

Ari Shaffir: Wrong Side of History Tour, Graceland Soundstage, 8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., $20-$42.50

Ari Shaffir is best known for the storytelling show he created and hosted on Comedy Central called "This Is Not Happening." The deal is, this is a dirty show. It's not all offensive but definitely some parts are offensive. So don't bring that one friend in your friend group who makes that tsk noise a lot. It's just a really funny night of legit mainstream standup and you're going to have a great time every time.

Justin Bieber Night, Growlers, 9 p.m., $18-$25, 18+

Baby, baby, baby OOOH! Dance and sing all night long to your favorite Justin Bieber hits at Growlers. This night will be filled for all the Beliebers out there.

South Main Trolley Night
Justin Fox Burks

THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY

The Oz Experience: An Interactive Memphis Experience, location sent when booked, $40, kids free, recommended for ages 8 and up

The streets of Memphis will turn into the magical world of Oz in an outdoor escape room-style experience. You will use your phone to follow hidden clues, solve witty puzzles and complete fun challenges as you walk around the city. The event is entirely based on the original The Wonderful Wizard of Oz novel by L. Frank Baum.

Bunnies & Blooms, Snapdragon Floral, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., free to attend

Celebrate spring with adorable bunnies to pet and cuddle, beautiful flowers to pick and build a bouquet, and treats to enjoy. Primas Bakery will be open and Primas Boutique will be doing Permanent Jewelry. 

Cxffeeblack to Africa, MoSH, 11 a.m., $12

Join this in-depth roasting/brewing demonstration and Q&A about the indigenous history and science of coffee in Africa with Renata Henderson, Memphis first black female coffee roaster and her co-founder and husband Bartholomew Jones, a teacher turned hip hop artist on a mission to reclaim history and science of a stolen fruit, coffee, from his motherland of Africa.

Tacos & Tequila Street Festival, Butterific Bakery, Noon, $25

Enjoy giveaways from local organizations, tequila bars, taco food trucks, $5 shots, live DJ, and much more fun.

Hattiloo Theatre Presents: Sing, Sistah, Sing, Cannon Center, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., ticket prices vary

Hattiloo Theatre’s "Sing, Sistah, Sing!" celebrates the resilience and creativity of black women. Powerhouse vocalists Stefani Bolton, Wendy Moten, Lil Rounds, and Grammy-nominated Angie Stone take the stage while four black sororities electrify the audience with step routines. Witness dance and spoken word by talented female artists all while supporting Girls Inc. of Memphis.

Shop Black Fest, Riverside Dr. and Bass Pro Dr., 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., free to attend

Experience over 100 Black-owned businesses in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy DJ battles, Easter egg hunts, live performances, food trucks, and shopping galore!

Wiseacre Italo Disco Parti Cruise, Memphis Riverboats, 5:30 p.m., $60, 21+

Enjoy a very specific style of disco music alongside a very specific kind of Pilsner in their Parti Colour - both are Italian!  DJ Damp Velour will spin the Italo Disco tunes plus WISEACRE beers and Set Up drinks will be available.  Your ticket will not only get you a trip up and down the Mississippi River with city views, but also a Pasta Bar for Dinner!

Memphis Armored Fight Club, Black Lodge, 6 p.m., $10

Prepare for battle! Memphis Armored Fight Club returns to Lodge. First exhibition fights start at 6 p.m. After the exhibitions, it’s your turn! Get in padded armor and fight each other, or duel with a stranger!They’ll be screening Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers on the big screen during the matches.

Comedian Mo Alexander Headlining High Cotton Comedy Club, High Cotton Brewing Co., 8 p.m., $10 online, $15 at the door

High Cotton Comedy Club is a stand-up comedy show the last Saturday of every month where the best nationally touring and local underground comedians provide all the laughs. This month, they found a pretty good headliner– local legend and nationally-touring comedian Mo Alexander (Comedy Central, Stand Up Records). 

Big Top Tease: Neon Jungle, DRUS Place, 10 p.m., $12.51-$33.85

QCG is bringing an electrifying show to Dru’s Bar with their Big Top Tease: Neon Jungle. Get ready to witness some mind-blowing performances from aerialists, drag performers, fire eaters, and flow artists. This is going to be one heck of a show you don't want to miss.

Focuz Lounge: Blue Flame Flow Artist, Prices and time vary

Blue flame fire dancer Aieshia Dickey will perform at Focuz Lounge. Women get in free until 10 p.m.!

Festival vendor at Soulsville Fest
Alex Shansky

THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY

Daria Brunch Marathon, Black Lodge, 11 a.m., free to attend

Join Lodge for a DARIA brunch marathon - legendary episodes of the beloved ‘90s cult TV series back to back while you enjoy our full breakfast menu, plus specialty dishes and custom drinks!

Memphis Pickle Fest, Growlers, Noon, $10 in advance, $15 day of event, 21+

Pickle lovers, this one’s for you! Enjoy pickle themed food & beverage at the 1st annual intimate pickle fest at Growlers.

Bluff City Candy: 901 City Wide Easter Egg Hunt, Noon, free to enjoy

They’re hiding Easter eggs filled with freeze dried treats all over the city of Memphis and its surrounding areas (South Haven, Hernando, Germantown, Collierville, and Bartlett). Photo clues will be posted throughout the day so make sure to keep an eye out!

Memphis Reggae Nights ft. Damion Hype and DJ Static, B-SIDE Memphis, 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., $7.18-$12.51

Join in celebrating another edition of Memphis Reggae Nights featuring Damion Hype. On the decks, keeping the good vibes going on the 1s and 2s is DJ Static.

ONGOING SHOWS AND EVENTS


More events are happening this weekend — scroll through them on the blog’s calendar! 

About the Author

Hey there! I’m Tyra Johnson, writer and content creator for the I Love Memphis Blog. I'm a Memphis native and after a few years away, I'm back home. I love art, good eats, and live music. Join me in reclaiming my passion for Memphis, mane.

Why do you love Memphis:

Memphis has so much personality-- the people, food, music-- it just all feels good! We have so much to be proud of when speaking about the city. Also, I'm big on memories, and most of my core memories involve Memphis.

What's on your Memphis playlist?

Stay Fly by Three 6 Mafia. It's the PERFECT hype song!

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veena
I was telling a friend this morning that I am challenging myself to get takeout from at least 3 "new" places before I can reorder from one of my standing places. We'll see how I do :)
January 6, 2021 4:49pm

In reply to by veena

Holly Whitfield

Veena, I love this challenge! What a great idea. 

March 3, 2021 8:50pm
Natasha

So much to do! I love my city ❤❤❤??????

March 18, 2021 1:00am
Michelle

Wondering if most restaurants downtown are open? Specifically Itta Bena or Majestic?

Coming from an hour away just wanting to know if things are open?

Is there music on the street on Beale? 

Is Wet Willies back open?

 

April 22, 2021 2:13pm
Holly Whitfield

Hi Michelle, 

Almost everything is open all over town, including Itta Bena, Majestic, and Wet Willy's. I strongly suggest making reservations and calling ahead because while places are open, they may have limited space or hours. I can't say if they will have music literally outside on the street, many clubs on Beale will have live music inside.

April 24, 2021 1:40am
Cheryl

Thanks for telling us about the free kayak rental with kayakmemphistours downtown! First time to kayak on the Mississippi. Nice cool weather today and great pictures!

May 29, 2021 8:43pm
Teri J Mason

So glad you do this!

September 11, 2021 10:26pm
Courtney Fly

Hi! 

We’ve got free Halloween movies screening all through October every Saturday at Crosstown Concourse starting October 2nd! A matinee for kids at 2pm and a feature for adults at 7!  Also the Crosstown Arts Film Series has spooky features programmed for October , including a live score/silent film screening of THE CABINET OF DR CALIGARI along with a performance by the local industrial goth/pop band, THE POP RITUAL on October 28th! 

September 25, 2021 3:25pm
Alexandra Lowe…

What is happening this week at the Iconic Woman’s Exchange of Memphis?

Tennessee Crafts Southwest show, “Gail Laughlin Tribute; gardening, food and Fashion” Tuesday, October 5-15. Open M-F 10-4. 88 Racine Street, Memphis 38111.

October 3, 2021 2:33pm
James

I love this sight, it ALWAYS has what's going on around Memphis.  This is a lifesaver with my parents coming in town this weekend and planning what we're going to do!

October 21, 2021 3:37pm
PATRICIA A Valenza

Thank you, this is information I like to see.

December 30, 2021 2:12pm
Paul

You're great! Thanks for this service. 

January 23, 2022 4:03pm
andres

Just keep hapy, stay safe and enjoy the event show.

April 28, 2022 3:18pm
Tina Bass

Y’all absolutely Rock‼️
Thank you for all the positive info♥️

June 9, 2022 2:31am
Cathe Wiese

A friend sent me one of your emails. I'm moving to Memphis in August, SO EXCITED!! Thank you for helping me find all the fun and exciting things to do in my new hometown!

June 24, 2022 6:07pm
Anonymous

Too hot 

July 23, 2022 4:23pm
Zain

Thanks 

September 16, 2022 1:49am
Chasity

Amazing 

September 21, 2022 9:56pm
Larry Richard …

Pearl's for  Smoked Oysters   or Gus's Fried Chicken.

November 13, 2022 4:05pm