Overton Park Shell 2025 Free Concerts Lineup for Fall
The 2025 Orion Financial Free Concert Series resumes this fall on August 23 with a lineup that includes a little bit of something for everyone.
The 2025 Orion Financial Free Concert Series resumes this fall on August 23 with a lineup that includes a little bit of something for everyone.
The free concerts at the historic bandshell is a beloved tradition. Sit back in the grass or in your lawn chair and enjoy a nights of funk, soul, hip-hop, house music and more.
Below is the schedule for fall:
2025 Summer Schedule
- Aug 23 | Stax Music Academy
- Aug 29 | Bobby Rush
- Aug 30 | Pokey LaFarge
- Sept 5 | Kudzu Kings
- Sept 6 | Memphis Powerpop ft. The Connells
- Sept 12 | Shadowgrass
- Sept 13 | Lukah
- Sept 19 | DJ AD & The Vibe Tribe
- Sept 20 | Princeton James Productions Backyard Experience
- Sept 26 | Arkansauce
- Sept 27 | Daisha McBride
- Sept 28 | Gonerfest 22 Finale
- Oct 3 | The New Respects
- Oct 4 | Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
- Oct 11 | Memphis Country Blues Festival
- Oct 17 | Corey Lou & Da Village + Savannah Brister
- Oct 19 | Shakespeare at the Shell
- Oct 23 | Rhodes Night ft. Muneer Nasser
Things To Know Before You Go To An Overton Park Shell Show In Memphis
- Bring chairs, blankets, coolers, picnics, any of your own food and drink – or enjoy the beer and food for sale.
- The shows are free, but it’s always great to bring a couple of bucks to throw in the donation buckets.
- Most shows begin at 7:30 p.m. sharp, but I would get there at least a half-hour early to snag a good spot. (Or an hour if a good spot is really important to you!)
- Parking is a challenge. Get there early to find a place to park, carpool, get a ride, take a Lyft, ride a bike, or walk!
- The shows are all ages, but as with anything, parents should look up the entertainment ahead of time to be sure they’re cool with it.
- Pets! Here's exactly what Overton Park Shell says: "Dogs on a leash are allowed at The Shell but must remain in THE PUPPY BAR (outside the main lawn seating area, behind the sidewalk). Please remember to clean up after your pets to avoid any messy accidents."
Ways To Support The Overton Park Shell
While you can always swipe your card for a quick donation during a free show at the Shell (or drop some cash in the donation bucket), there are several other ways to support this awesome free thing to do in Memphis:
- Donate during a free show - Shell volunteers will come around with a card reader and donation bucket
- Join the Shell Circle - yearly membership program that gives you concession and Shell Yeah discounts
- Buy a ticket to a Shell, Yeah! benefit show. Big K.R.I.T. and Kingfish are playing later this year!
- Sign up to volunteer your time
- Sponsor a show
What Is "Shell Yeah!" ?
When you think the Shell, you think "free concerts".
But these free shows don't grow on trees, and neither do the lights, sounds system, groundskeeping, and staffing for the shows. The Overton Park Shell really needs our donations and support in order to keep the music going. That's why they host a couple of paid concerts every year.
If you're a frequent Shell-goer, you can think of it like getting dozens concerts for the price of a few. These concerts are different from usual Shell shows because outside food and drinks aren't allowed, and pets need to stay at home.
Here's the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series schedule which currently includes Big K.R.I.T. and Kingfish.
About the Author
Brenda Brunner
I’m beyond excited to be in attendance of as many concerts as possible! Let’s give a shout out to all that work tirelessly to make sure we can experience the joy of what brings everyone together and that’s MUSIC! For those that can please make a donation in support of making all this possible!
Louise Wade
in the 1950’s went often to musicals at The She’ll with my Grandmother Crump. We enjoyed the operettas. One of my favorites was The Student Prince .We enjoyed Eskimo pies at intermission. It was a wonderful summer event I so enjoyed with my grandmother.
Alka Cohen
I like being informed of what is going on around our city. I also share this info with friends and family visiting so awe can plan events during their stay. Thank you!
Virginia
Love, everything about the Overton Park Shell. My ex husband and I use to take pictures in the park back in the 80s. So many sweet memories. Love to join your concert series for 2026
Virginia
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