20+ Things To Do This Weekend
JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 1
Please note Memphis is still covered in ice and snow ❄️ Events may be cancelled or rescheduled. Stay warm, mane.
JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 1
Please note Memphis is still covered in ice and snow ❄️ Events may be cancelled or rescheduled. Stay warm, mane.
- Feel the love all February with these events in Memphis
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THINGS TO DO ALL WEEKEND
Disney on Ice, Landers Center, Thursday til Sunday, ticket prices vary
Hit the road with Mickey and his pals for a high-octane ride in Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and up-close character interactions! See Elsa, Moana, Woody and more LIVE.
Memphis Zoo Lantern Festival Final Weekend
It is the final weekend to stroll through glowing pathways, marvel at vibrant animal-shaped lanterns, and capture unforgettable memories beneath radiant displays.
Monster Truck Wars, Agricenter, Saturday and Sunday, Multiple times, ticket prices vary
America's Wildest Monster Truck Show is coming to Memphis! They are bringing a superstar lineup of Monster Trucks and Thrill Show! Featuring giant National TV Monster Trucks including world-famous Shark Attack, the ferocious T-Rex, legendary Outlaw, and the debut tour of Locomotive See these superstars as they compete in earth-shaking, ground-pounding, high-flying excitement and get a chance to ride on Sergeant Smash!
THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY
Listening Event: 100 Limousines (Detroit), Memphis Listening Lab, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., free to attend
Enjoy a special listening event featuring 100 Limousines from Detroit. Experience their music in our Sound Room through a high-fidelity system built for deep listening, connection, and community. Hear the project as it was meant to be heard—up close and immersive.
Comedian Mo Alexander Live, Flyway Brewing Co., 8 p.m. - 9:45 p.m., $10 online and $15 at the door
Flyway Comedy Club showcases the funniest touring and local underground comedians. In this special edition of the show, local legend Mo Alexander (Comedy Central, Stand Up! Records) is closing out. Hosted by Charlie Vergos and featuring Compton Smith and a tba lineup of other strange creatures, this'll be a fun night of stand-up. You should experience the way it was meant to be experienced--live and in-person.
Live on Tap, Flying Saucer Downtown, 8 p.m., free to attend
Hear live music from Gene Mycofsky Band. Dance all night to Memphis blues, rock, soulful grooves, and local favorites.
THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY
Birds & Seeds, Litcherman Nature Center, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., free to attend RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY 14TH
Join them on National Seed Swap Day to swap seeds, learn about native and backyard gardening, and celebrate the upcoming spring with birding and more! This year they will be hosting a variety of local partners, offering workshops on birding, native seed collecting, and more.
The Memphis Vintage Market, Agricenter, Noon - 6 p.m., free to attend RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY 7TH
Shop from 40+ of the best vintage vendors in the city and surrounding areas! Ranging from vintage clothing, jewelry and accessories.
Content Saturday, Cre8 Studio, Noon - 4 p.m., $31
This is an open studio day for creators and entrepreneurs! Film your content, get live strategy tips, and collaborate with other creators in a supportive, hands-on environment. Expect open studio access, live tips & strategy, networking & collaboration, and more! They have two ticket options— one with or without food.
Jookin4Peace, Society Memphis, 3 p.m., $20 entry
Memphis Seeds, the Jookin Community, and Society invite you out to a battle between 16 of the best in the land. This will be a night talked about for years to come.
The Perfect Cup: Brew Better Coffee at Home, Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 4 p.m., free to attend
The library is teaming up with Sustain Coffee for a special brewing workshop. This hands-on workshop is designed to take the mystery out of the bean. Whether you’re a lifelong coffee drinker or just starting your journey, this class is for you. It’s free, it’s local, and it’s going to be delicious. Grab a friend who needs a caffeine upgrade.
Winter Browns Fashion Expo, Renasant Convention Center, 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., $40/GA, $70/VIP RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 8
Join fellow fashion lovers for the annual Winter Browns Fashion Expo called Fashion & Faith. There will be live entertainment, great music spinning, and of course a night of trending fashion. The attire for the event is ‘Dress to Impress’. It’s fashion for every color. In every season, but especially in winter.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, FedExForum, 7 p.m., ticket price vary
It’s Grizz’ Birthday! Get there early to score a Classic Edition Super Grizz Squish.
“Memphis R&B is Not Dead” with Trinity Adair & Philip Bond, The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 7:30 p.m., $24.72 RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 6
In early 2025, online discourse reignited a long-standing conversation about the state of the Memphis R&B scene—and, more broadly, the misconception that Memphis music exists in only one lane. The truth is far richer: Memphis is home to a dynamic spectrum of sound, from alternative to traditional genres, each brimming with artistry, identity, and cultural weight. For those who claim they can only hear one genre, they simply aren’t listening closely enough. This collaboration between Trinity Adair and Phillip Bond aims to change that.
Withers to Wonder: Celebrating Song of Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder, GPAC, 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., $62
Coming together once again as they did in Georgia on My Mind, all-star performers TAKE 6, Clint Holmes, and Nnenna Freelon celebrate two of their favorite singer-songwriters with Withers to Wonder: Celebrating the Songs of Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder. Each contributing musician has had a unique relationship to the songs of these great artists, and the storytelling elements of each come through as they bring all your favorite hits by Withers and Wonder to life!
QCG Big Top Tease: Netflix & Chill, DRUS Place, 9 p.m., $12.51, 21+
This is a monthly variety show at Dru's place for a night of drag, burlesque, live singing, fire shows, circus acts and many other forms of debauchery! Seating is limited so make sure to reserve your table while you can.
THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY
50th Anniversary Celebration, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., free to attend
Join the Dixon community for a joyful celebration of the museum’s golden anniversary, taking place from 1–5 PM. This special day marks 50 years of art, gardens, and education in the heart of Memphis. Enjoy cake, lemonade, tea, and hot chocolate, along with special tours and art activities designed for all ages throughout the afternoon. Guests can also experience the premiere of 50 Years of the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, a documentary by Last Bite Films, screening at 2 PM, highlighting the people, stories, and vision shaping the Dixon over five decades.
Watercolor Valentine’s Cards, Brooks Museum, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., $55
Express your love through watercolors during this Valentine’s Day card making workshop. Led by local artist Stacey Meredith, you’ll leave this workshop with the perfect hand made gift for your boo. All materials are provided. All experience levels are welcome.
Chili Cook Off Contest, High Point Pub, 2 p.m., free to attend and free to enter
The annual Chili Contest is back by popular demand! Bring your best chili and have it judged by your peers. Judging will be during halftime of the first playoff game. People's choice winner gets a prize and bragging rights! They will NOT follow CASI rules. Taste and overall impression only. No entry fee, sign up at the Pub or message them to enter.
First Sunday Day Party, Docks Off 5th, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m., $13/GA
Enjoy a First Sunday experience curated for a mature crowd that loves good music, good energy, and good company.
901 Wrestling Love & War, Minglewood Hall, 4 p.m., $15/GA
Scheduled to appear: 901 Wrestling champ Kevin Bless, 1819 champion Prince Adonis, 901 tag team champs Gentlemen's Club, The Merc Chris Evans, Walker XIII, M J Davis, Don Montana, Ken Dang, Yonko Bailey, Dorian Vain and more TBA.
Sip n’ Craft, Hampline Brewing Co., 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., $25.44
Ready for some hearts and crafts? Bring a friend, grab a brew, and make a Valentine collage for your boo! Join the Easy Tiger Craft Club! They will bring everything you need (and a helping hand) to make the Valentine's Day collage of your dreams at Hampline!
About the Author
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?
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
Nicole
I love coming to your page to get up to date with what to do in my city!
Stephen Payne
It's Spring Time in Memphis trying to find some new adventures...
Betty Chester-Tamayo
Thank You for all you do.
Alcenias’s has a Patio now, with Horse Shoes in the back??????
Judy Posner
Great job of listing fun activities for a wide cross section of people of different ages and interests !
Thank you !!!
shahzad
Thank you for sharing this exciting lineup of events in Memphis! There's something for everyone, from the Bluff City Fair to concerts, markets, and even yoga and axe throwing. It's great to see the vibrant and diverse activities happening in the city. Keep up the fantastic work in keeping us informed!
Deborah Presley
Since my son is going to be working in Memphis next week, I decided to look up what was happening there and I just want to say that I hope the people of Memphis realize how BLESSED they are to have all these community activities and things going on because that doesn’t happen everywhere! I’ve never been to Memphis, but after reading this event calendar, I’m adding it to my bucket list!! thank you for all the information! ???Thank you for all the information
Wayne Darnell …
I really enjoy receiving updates in terms of what is going on in the city and weekends. Please keep up the great work.
Gloria Perry
I was born on Pope Creek country road outside of Norman, Arkansas about 30 minutes southwest of Hot Springs in 1945 the month after WWIi ended. My father was in the Army serving in the Philippines and came home when I was just two months old. He picked up my mom and I at where we staying with my grandparents in Arkansas and headed to Memphis to live and ended up buying a home on Prescott St. in 1948 where my parents lived until my Mom passed away in 1963 and my Dad in 2011. I lived with my parents until marrying in 1966 leaving Memphis with my husband who was in the Air Force until 1969, living in Gulfport, MS for two months, then living in Clarksville, TN. until my husband went on tour to Thailand returning to move us to Mt. Clements, MI where we were for nine months and then returning to Memphis after his release from the Air Force in 1969. We lived here until he became an air traffic controller. Then we moved to Maryville, TN where he worked at the Knoxville Airport and then transferred to Greenville, MS airport where we bought our first home. We got to come back to Memphis in 1977 where we bought our second home. We raised our precious children in Memphis. Our son lives in Cordova now and our daughter lives in Oakland getting to move to Eads where they built a new home. So, they have stayed close to home (Memphis). My husband passed away in 2020 and I stayed here in Memphis until I became ill and moved to a nursing home in Somerville, TN. Now what I am building up to say (took a rather long time building, I see..sorry!!!) is that no matter where I was born or where we had to move until finally getting to come back here, I have always been PROUD to declare I love this precious ole town of Memphis, Praise my Precious Lord❣️❣️❣️. Just wanted someone to know how I LOVE MEMPHIS?
Elice Howard
Love this blog it’s very informative❤️I can map out things to do before I arrive in Memphis so we don’t wast time trying to figure it out.
L'Tanya Clegg
I love Memphis but it's been a while since I visited. Headed there this weekend on a girl's trip and so excited!
Beverly
Fairly new to Memphis so want to learn about what is going on—things to do and places to go
Lea Stage
I just saw your segment on this morning’s news and this is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I am also also a Memphis native I grew up here I moved away and just moved back after a few years and I’m always looking for a new things for me and my family of six to do. I’m always looking for new things and I love that you have included activities That are occurring at Elmwood. I have always been in love with that beautiful cemetery. Thank you so much for doing this, making it easier for all of us to fall back in love with Memphis
JULIE W
Thank you so much for your I Love Memphis Blog! I’m always looking for fun things to do—
Bridgette
I love this blog for all my Memphis events updates. Thanks for keeping us in the know for all these years.
Catherine Swearengen
Where was the photo by Sean fisher taken in this weekends things to do?
Terri Lynn Ben…
Great Memphis morning! So glad I saw you on Live at 9 and I enjoy your “I Love Memphis Blog”! I can’t believe that I am just now signing up for updates, better late than never…
Cynthia
Very informative when you want to know what’s going on in Memphis!
Angie Marie
I really love your blogs, they keep me informed! I usually do not leave comments as I type too slow for my own liking lol. I just wanted to say thanks for keeping things simple. It was so easy to navigate and find what I was looking for without getting overwhelmed. I look forward to sharing all these ideas with my husband this weekend!
Thanks so much
Lateryka
Just moved back to Memphis after 7 years (left for college at 17 and stayed). Finally back and wow never knew how active and vibrant my city was. So happy this organisation exist! Thank you for your hard work and motivation to show people despite the media, Memphis is the place to be!
Deborah Swiney
Hello,
Can you change the time of the Sunset Jazz concert on 10/12 to 5-7pm? The last two concerts are 5-7pm due to it getting dark earlier.
Also, I don't see Sunset Jazz @ Court Square listed anywhere on this huge events list. How can the series get included? This is the 6th year of the event.
https://ilovememphisblog.com/a-huge-list-of-memphis-festivals-events
Thank you,
Deborah Swiney, SSJ Founder
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