Bar Limina Brings Bold Cocktails and Creative Collabs to the Edge District

Man sits at bar at Bar Liminia while bartenders work behind it

The Edge District is on a roll lately, and the newest addition keeps the momentum going: Bar Limina, a cocktail-forward lounge with a focus on collaboration and good vibes.

Bar Limina is the kind of place that feels like it’s been part of the neighborhood for years, even though it’s brand new. It’s got that intentional vibe with every detail thought out, every element connected to the folks around it.

Carrying the Torch Through Memphis: Epicenter

lobby with tables and chairs for working spaces in Epicenter

As a non-profit dedicated to supporting entrepreneurship in the greater Memphis area, Epicenter is the hub of innovation in the Delta. Epicenter launched in 2015 as a collaborative effort among key stakeholders in Memphis, including Start Co., the Greater Memphis Chamber, the Memphis Bioworks Foundation, and the Black Business Association of Memphis. These partners shared a common goal: to create a robust and vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Memphis that could serve the Mid-South region.  

 

Rumba Room: Hips (and good vibes) Don't Lie

couple dancing

What better place to yell out “Nuevayolllll” than at Rumba Room, located right on Main Street?!

The Rumba Room is a salsa dancing, latin loving, celebration of culture, located right in downtown Memphis. This late night spot isn’t “just a club.” The Rumba Room's mere existence tap dances throughout the very fabric of Memphis history, with just recently celebrating 17 years last August.

Game Day Deals in Downtown for Grizzlies and Tigers

I Love Memphis Bollards at FedExForum

Going to a Grizzlies or Tigers game at FedExForum? Here are pre-game deals to take advantage of before heading into the game.

All of this comes from the Downtown Memphis Commission who launched a Downtown Game Day Deals page to curate a list of exclusive deals and promotions. It’s a great way to support some downtown businesses and save a few bucks in the process. More deals could be added to their list so be sure to keep an eye on it too.

From Pool to Pineapples: Kick Back at Peoples on Beale

pool hall

If you’ve ever taken a stroll down Beale Street, you’ve felt the history and the energy. Among the lively bars and music venues, Peoples on Beale stands out as a pool hall with a deep-rooted history and a laid-back, hometown vibe. 

Since 1904, Peoples has been a downtown Memphis staple, moving to its current Beale Street location in 1989.

Take A Look Inside DeMoir Books & Things, A Black-Owned Bookstore in Downtown Memphis

DeMoir Books & Things

DeMoir Books & Things, a Black and millennial-owned bookstore, is bringing readers to Downtown Memphis!

The bookstore offers a diverse selection of genres, including works by local authors, Black romance novels, LGBTQ+ stories, and classics such as Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God.

Hit Whet Thursdays at the Metal Museum

band plays on gazebo with sunset background

Whet Thursday is a free after-hours event held at the Metal Museum on the last Thursday of each month from May through September.

Overlooking the Mississippi River, the Metal Museum has one of the most underrated outdoor spaces in Memphis. Whet Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., is all about immersing yourself in that space and celebrating the art of metalwork. 

The Metal Museum is the only museum of its kind in the world, by the way. That’s something to be proud of.

Stay at the Ultimate Crash Pad: Beale Street’s Only AirBnB

Beale Suite Airbnb

You know the slogan– Beale Street: Home of the Blues and an AirBnB? Yup! I want to welcome you all to the “Beale Suite.”

Everything is Within Walking Distance 

We love a good staycation over here. There’s nothing like packing a duffel bag (or carry-on sized luggage) and driving a few minutes down the street for a mini getaway. It’s the best way to regroup and refresh without having to plan too much.