25+ Things To Do This Weekend

I Love Memphis Blog updates:

To be considered for the Things To Do This Weekend list, please submit AT LEAST 2 weeks in advance to the calendar. Thank you!

Submit here.

THINGS TO DO ALL WEEKEND

GiveCamp Memphis, FedEx Institute of Technology, All Weekend

GiveCamp Memphis is a weekend-long gathering of web developers, graphic designers, social media strategists, digital marketers, and data scientists donating their time to nonprofit organizations. The event is entirely volunteer-driven. It’s an excellent opportunity for people to work together, develop new friendships, and do something meaningful for the community. We’re looking for technical and non-technical volunteers to help us do it.

The 74th Annual Mid-South Farm & Gin Show, Renasant Convention Center, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The Mid-South Farm & Gin Show is the South's leading event for cotton, corn, rice and soybean farmers.

THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY

Mind, Body, & Spirit Wellness Fair, Memphis Sports & Events Center, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., free to attend

Celebrate Black History Month with OUTMemphis at the 4th Annual Mind, Body, & Spirit Wellness Fair. There will be free health screenings, holistic care, entertainment & activities, food, prizes, & more!

Hope House’s Museum Mayhem, CMOM, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., $25/child, $32/adult

Hope House’s Museum Mayhem is a night of fun for the whole family, featuring after-hours access to the Children’s Museum, games and activities for all ages, face painting, a Hair Style Station, unlimited carousel rides, a silent auction packed with incredible experiences, and delicious food and drinks, including adult beverages for guests 21 and over.

Owl Prowl, Overton Park, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., $7-$17

Get ready to have a hoot of a time! Join Overton Park Conservancy staff for cookies and hot chocolate before we hit the trails searching for owls in the Old Forest State Natural Area. Explore the park after dark as we look and listen for one of the forest’s most charismatic birds.

Five Fridays of Jazz, Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., free to attend

Enjoy the community and connect with both enthusiasts and newcomers to the jazz world. This Friday’s performer is the iconic Joyce Cobb and the Rhodes College Jazz Band.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Brooks Museum, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., $45-$69

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Memphis. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Mixology Class, One11 Madison, 7 p.m., $40

Learn the art of crafting delicious cocktails from scratch! Explore the history of mixology, master essential techniques, and create something signature.

U of M Singers Presents: 5 Love Languages, Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m., $20

Join the UofM University Singers for a powerful and heartfelt concert exploring the universal ways we give and receive love. Inspired by Gary Chapman's The Five Love Languages, this unique program delves into acts of service, gift-giving, words of affirmation, quality time, and physical touch—brought to life through dynamic and emotionally rich choral music.

An Evening with Corey Lou & DaVillage, The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 7:30 p.m., $24.72

Corey Lou & DaVillage is bringing their signature Memphis sound to Crosstown Green Room for an unforgettable night of live music, raw emotion, and unstoppable groove. From smooth R&B to high-energy funk and hip-hop rhythms, every song tells a story and every moment pulls you deeper into the vibe. This isn’t just a concert — it’s an experience. A celebration of community, creativity, and connection. Expect powerhouse vocals, live instrumentation, and that real Memphis soul you can feel.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons, Brooks Museum, 8:45 p.m. - 10 p.m., $47-$72

Candlelight concerts transform remarkable venues into breathtaking, multi-sensory musical experiences, bringing a whole new glow to Memphis. Secure your tickets today to experience the music of Coldplay performed on strings at the stunning Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, all illuminated by the warm shimmer of candlelight. The evening will feature beloved hits ranging from Viva la Vida to Next to Me by Imagine Dragons, creating an unforgettable night of music and ambiance.

THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY

Sowing Seeds Together, Overton Park Greenhouse, 11 a.m. - Noon, free to attend, registration required

Sowing Seeds Together is a hands-on, community-centered workshop designed to empower you to become an urban gardener. Hosted by Everbloom Farmacy with special guest Dana Sanders from Rewild Memphis at the Overton Park Greenhouse, this experience will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to grow your own food and nourish your well-being.

Crawfish at Max’s Sports Bar, Noon, $15.50-$28 for crawfish

Get the best shrimp and crawfish in town courtesy of Glaze's Crawfish! Every Saturday through April, they open at 11 am and the first batch will be ready at Noon. They have the tent set up so you’ll get your crawfish regardless of weather! Age 21 and up, no pets please.

Roots and The Revolution: Black History Month Trivia Night, The Four Way Restaurant, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m., free to attend

Every month, Roots & the Revolution pops up at a Black-owned business in Memphis, and this time, they’re bringing the vibes to the iconic The Four Way Restaurant. Come hungry, come thirsty, and come ready to support, because celebrating Black history also means eating good, drinking good, and pouring back into Black-owned spaces. The event is free to attend but each attendee is required to purchase a minimum of two menu items.

Su Casa’s Latin Dance Marathon, STREETS Ministries, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., $25

Join the Rhythm Raiser Track for just $25 per person and turn your dance moves into real impact. As a Rhythm Raiser dancer, you’ll enjoy the full Latin Dance Marathon experience and raise funds to support Su Casa’s mission of connecting and empowering our Latino immigrant and broader Memphis community. You’ll experience four incredible dance styles (merengue, salsa, tango, and rumba), with mini lessons at the start of each round to help you shine.

Rollin’ on the River, The Kent, 6:30 p.m., $250

Featuring an exceptional fine dining experience prepared by Chef Jimmy Gentry, entertainment curated by the legendary Lawrence “Boo” Mitchell, and a live auction offering one-of-a-kind experiences, Rollin’ on the River proceeds benefit Memphis River Parks the 501(c)3 that works to build and maintain welcoming, vibrant riverfront spaces for neighbors near and far, through programming, engagement, education, and beautification.

Speed Gaming, Board to Beers, 6:30 p.m., $8-$10

Not your traditional Speed Dating… Being an adult is hard, finding friendship and love as an adult is harder. Participants will have the opportunity to play simple, well-known 2-player games picked by staff, giving you a chance to talk while keeping those awkward starter conversations to a minimum.

Tiger Pro Wrestling, The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 7:30 p.m., $24.72

Featuring wrestlers from all over the country, including right here in Memphis, Tiger Pro Wrestling brings high-impact action and excitement to crowds of all ages. Immediately following Tiger Pro Wrestling will be live music from local bands The Heavy Pour and Deaf Revival.

Winter Seoulstice - K - Pop Concert, Celebration Events Red Room, 8 p.m., $25

Winter Seoulstice evolves from a K-pop dance night into a full concert showcase, featuring a live performance by the JTR Project, brought to Memphis in collaboration with K-Prodigy LLC from Montgomery, Alabama.

Comedian Sammy Anzer Live, Flyway Brewing Co., 8 p.m. - 9:45 p.m., $10 online, $15 at the door

Laugh all night to NYC-based, Memphis comedy scene alum, Sammy Anzer. Originally from Queens, Sammy started stand-up here while working as a teacher, before moving on to do big things in the Denver scene, and now NYC. Hosted by Zach Williams and featuring a lineup of the usual strange creatures we've seen being funny in other bars around the city, this'll be a fun night to experience stand-up the way it was meant to be--live and in-person. 

Cottage Chemistry: A Heated Rivalry Dance Party, Minglewood Hall, 9 p.m., $27

Celebrate your favorite TV obsession and dance to the Heated Rivalry soundtrack, the hottest queer pop anthems, and nostalgic alt hits all night long!

THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY

Soul88: Ballet Workshop Experience, Collage Dance, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., $82

Step into grace, movement, and community at the Soul88 Ballet Workshop. Guests are encouraged to arrive in blush pink and or black to complement the refined aesthetic of the experience. Black grip socks will be provided. No prior ballet experience is required, and all movement levels are welcome.

Drum Tao, GPAC, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., $45-$72

Based in Oita, Japan, Drum Tao creates their own music, stage setups, and costumes to produce their one-of-a-kind world of entertainment. Drum Tao’s stage is created through phenomenal performances and expressions which pair incomparable Wadaiko drums with the beautiful melody of Japanese flutes and harps. It is Japanese entertainment for a new generation that completely surpasses expectations.

Memphis’ Army of Normal Folks, Grind City Brewing, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., free to attend

Army of Normal Folks (ANF) is a podcast led by Coach Bill Courtney (from the Oscar-winning film Undefeated) built on a simple idea: our country’s problems won’t be solved by fancy people on TV. They’ll be solved by neighbors, coworkers, friends, and families, doing what we can, together. Meet fellow community members at Grind City Brewing and learn about the service club’s sweet offerings that make service easier for everyone.