Sidle Up At Belle Tavern, Downtown's Alley Bar

"There's no Rumple, no Jäger, no Fireball. If you want that, you can go a few streets over." This is what Chris Ferri, co-owner of Belle Tavern in downtown Memphis, told us after a few sips of Ohisi Tokubetsu Reserve Whisky last week. He'd generously poured a tasting for my friend Meghan and I, in honor of the establishment's third birthday in September 2019.

Gonerfest Announces Lineup and Venue Change

Band plays in front of Gonerfest crowd.

Gonerfest, Memphis' annual indie, punk and garage rock festival returns for its 22nd year on September 25-28, 2025 at a new location.

Every September, Gonerfest brings several dozen bands from around the world to Memphis for four days of punk, garage, soul shows and more.

 

The 2025 lineup features 30+ bands from Zambia to Germany and as far as Australia. Headliners include Lighting Bolt (Providence, Rhode Island), W.I.T.C.H. (Zambia), and Silkworm (Missoula/ Seattle).

Why (And Where) You Should Watch The Bluff City Law TV Show

Ed. Note: You can watch the premiere and other episodes streaming on Hulu or on the NBC mobile app. NBC's new legal drama Bluff City Law premieres this coming Monday, September 23, 2019 at 9 p.m. CST. I know what you're thinking: yes, they still do make shows that come on TV at certain times! Embrace the nostalgia and your love for Memphis and let's get into it. The show is set in Memphis and filmed in Memphis. Horray! The cast and crew have been filming for weeks, mostly downtown, and NBC has ordered a total of 16 episodes.

Get Lost in the Mid-South Maze

Two people with pumpkin heads walk through corn maze in Memphis.

Every fall, the Mid-South Maze turns the Agricenter’s cornfield into Memphis’ favorite playground of twists, turns, family-friendly fun, and even some frights.

The 2025 Mid-South Maze opens for the season on September 19th. In addition to the family-friendly maze, they have a jumping pillow for the kids, a corn cannon, and the maze turns scary in October on Friday and Saturday nights.

Memphis Oktoberfests and Fall Beer Fests

men compete in stein holding competition at soul & spirits

Prost, Memphis! Fall is approaching, and that means steins, pretzels, and plenty of seasonal brews.

Whether you’re craving a classic Oktoberfest celebration, a fall beer festival, or just a good excuse to enjoy crisp weather with a cold pint in hand, Memphis has you covered. Here’s your guide to the best Oktoberfests and fall beer fests happening around town.

Not all breweries have announced their events and details so tune back in for more as we get closer. Until then, consider this a big save the date!