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 Celebration of African heritage |
Beale Street Memphis, TN 38111 United States +1 901 947 2133 http://www.memphisartscouncil.... |
Africa in April began in 1986 to recognize the heritage of more than 50 percent of Memphis' population. The festival features exhibits and events related to the culture, tradition, history, arts, crafts and music of selected African countries. The Vendor's Marketplace Festival in Handy Park on Beale offers handcrafted goods and cultural artifacts. The festival takes place for four days during the third week in April at locations along Beale Street and throughout downtown Memphis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Music near the Mississippi in Memphis |
357 Riverside Drive Tom Lee Park Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 525 4611 (Organizers) http://www.memphisinmay.org/bs... |
Memphis is synonymous with great music and the Beale Street Music Festival proudly stands up to the world's expectations. People from far and wide come to be a part of this globally renowned festival. It is part of the Memphis in May festivities and generates a lot of enthusiasm among music lovers. Whether its gospel or soul, R&B or Rock, more than sixty popular artists entertain you over a period of three days, on the four stages at Tom Lee Park. What's more, the cool breeze from the nearby Mississippi river blows over your faces as you sway to the blues. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bayou Music on Beale |
323 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 543 5388 http://www.czdance.com/Festiva... |
Zydeco is Creole dance music, born among the Cajun population in southwest Louisiana, blending Cajun music with rhythm & blues and soul. Its driving force is the accordion, with the addition of electric bass, horns and keyboards. During the Zydeco Festival, some of the most famous groups in the U.S including Terrance Simien, Boozoo Chavis, Buckwheat Zydeco, and Rockin' Dopsie appear at the various clubs on Beale Street. Held in mid-February, one admission fee gets you a wristband that allows entrance into any of the Beale Street clubs. This is a very popular event with locals and tourists. See their website for further detials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arts and crafts festival |
Cooper Street and Young Street Memphis, TN 38104 United States +1 901 276 7222 http://www.cooperyoung.com/ |
The Cooper-Young neighborhood is inhabited by a mix of artists and young professionals, and it includes more than its share of coffee bars, galleries and trendy restaurants. Each fall, an arts and crafts festival fills the neighborhood's streets and draws visitors from across the Mid-South area. Craftsmen exhibit and sell their wares, including pottery, metal works, sculpture and tie-dyed clothing. Local bands entertain on two stages, and area restaurants sell fare, such as corn dogs and funnel cakes, plus lots of beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fantastic facilities! |
4560 Venture Drive Memphis, MS 38671 United States +1 662 280 9120 http://www.desotociviccenter.com/ |
The DCC has luxury suites, a convention hall, a theater for the performing arts and a sporting arena - it is not surprising then that its slogan proudly beckons, 'Come experience the difference'. Additionally, it offers parking for up to 3000 cars, and quality sound and lighting facilities, but with all of these services to avail of, you are bound to burn a hole in your pocket for tickets! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Anniversary of Elvis' death |
3764 Elvis Presley Boulevard Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc Memphis, TN 38186 United States +1 901 332 3322 / +1 800 238 2000 (Toll Free) http://www.elvis-presley.com |
Thousands of fans from around the world make the pilgrimage to Memphis each August to commemorate the anniversary of Elvis' death. Death Week, as it is commonly referred to by locals, includes numerous tributes to the late singer held across the city, including concerts by Elvis impersonators, look-a-like contests, film festivals and tours. The culminating event is the candlelight vigil at Graceland on August 15 and continues into the next morning of the 16th, the day Elvis died. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spice On Ice |
191 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 205 2525 http://www.fedexforum.com |
This arena is deemed as the most expensive public utility project in the history of Memphis. The construction of the complex cost the New Memphis Arena Public Building Authority a whopping $250 million. The arena can seat up to 20,000 spectators and you can expect to watch exciting basketball matches and events such as Disney on Ice. It is home to the NBA Memphis Grizzlies and the University of Memphis Tigers basketball team. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tennessee state championship |
1801 Exeter Road (Germantown Centre) Memphis, TN 38138 United States +1 901 830 3928 http://www.germantownhalfmarat... |
The Memphis Runners Track Club stages this run, exactly half the length of the Olympic Marathon, every year in late March. It is the State Championship event, but is open to all interested enthusiasts. The route winds through the lovely suburb of Germantown, so you can admire the large houses and well-landscaped yards as you run through this suburban setting. Tickets available at Memphis area sports shops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waitstaffs Compete |
Beale Street (at 2nd Street) Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 526 0110 http://www.bealestreet.com/ |
The month-long Memphis in May festival incorporates a broad mix of cultural and entertainment events, and the Great Wine Race may be one of the most unusual of the officially sanctioned activities. Local restaurants enter teams of employees in a relay race that requires them to run with fully loaded trays of filled wine glasses, passing the trays off to team members like batons. The accompanying parade and awarding of prizes to local winemakers are also worth seeing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amateur blues musicians compete |
185 Union Avenue (Radisson Hotel) Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 527 2583 http://www.blues.org/ |
The Blues Foundation, a Memphis-based organization that brings together 107 blues societies from around the world, sponsors this event, which includes both a conference on the blues (housed at the Radisson Hotel) and performances by artists competing in the challenge in many of the clubs on Beale Street. A USD12 wristband allows wearers entrance into all the clubs on Beale, while USD10 covers admission to the final competition at the Daisy Theater. The event culminates in the Keeping the Blues Alive award ceremony at the Radisson. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Touchdown Liberty |
AutoZone Liberty Bowl 3767 New Getwell Road Memphis, TN 38118 United States +1 901 795 7700 / +1 901 795 9095 |
This massive football stadium can seat up to 62,000 spectators. In 1965, the Liberty Bowl College Football Classic shifted from Philadelphia to Memphis, and that is how this stadium got its new name. It has witnessed some of the most remarkable college football games over the years. It also plays host to rock concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memphis Black Writers' Conference & Southern Film Festival |
5100 Poplar Ste 726 C/o Memphis Black Writers Conference (Mailing Address) Memphis, TN 38137 United States +1 901 680 2018 http://www.angelfire.com/tn/bl... |
The Memphis Black Writers' Conference & Southern Film Festival has been advocating the integration of the Black community in the world of films, since 1997. Come take part in the poetry readings, workshops, authors' discussions and exhibits. A mix of film screenings, musical performances and readings make this film festival highly interesting. Make sure you confirm the festival dates and venue before making bookings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Films and discussions with directors |
Rhodes College and Ridgeway Four Cinema Memphis, TN 38112 United States +1 901 452 2151 http://www.memphisfilmforum.org/ |
The Memphis International Film Forum has featured such directors such as Del Shores, Don Herzfeldt, and Ira Sachs. This annual event takes place each spring, at the end of March. The festival screens shorts, documentaries, and full-length feature films from all over the world. If you happen to be in the city at the time it takes place, it is definitely worth visiting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Touch Of Italy |
Mt. Moriah and Park Avenue (Marquette Park) Memphis, TN 38117 United States +1 901 767 6949 x7334 http://www.memphisitalianfesti... |
Memphis has a large Italian community that celebrates its heritage every year with a three day festival of food, crafts, and games. Walk around and enjoy the atmosphere of Italy, shown in the different tents competing for prizes. Join in the action of a Bocci game or dancing. Events include Grape Stomping, Pizza Tossing, Italian Cooking Contests and others. There is also an Italian dinner available indoors or try something from one of the many vendors in the park. Games and crafts are available for the kids as well as souvenirs and gifts for everyone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Ice hockey in the south |
996 Early Maxwell Boulevard (Mid-South Coliseum) Memphis, TN 38104 United States http://www.riverkings.com |
Ice hockey is a relatively new import to the sunny South, but this exciting game of rapid scoring and rough-and-tumble play caught on with Memphians very quickly. The Riverkings are members of the Central Hockey League and play teams from Macon, Georgia to San Antonio, Texas. Games are held in the Mid-South Coliseum, in the Fairgrounds on Central in Midtown. Promotional events include a USD50,000 giveaway chance at weekday games. Games are held most weekend nights and some mid-week evenings from November to mid-March. Ticket prices vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebration of selected country |
88 Union Avenue, Suite 301 Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 525 4611 http://www.memphisinmay.org/ |
Each year, Memphis honors a different country with this month-long celebration. Various events around the city celebrate the arts and culture of the chosen country, from art exhibits to dance exhibitions to special dishes served in area restaurants. Several events are held in May that are related to Memphis in May, but not to the specific country being honored; these include the World Championship Barbecue Contest and the Beale Street Music Festival. It all ends with the Sunset Symphony on the banks of the Mississippi River. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wrestling Down A Circus |
996 Early Maxwell Blvd Memphis, TN 38104 United States +1 901 274 3982 http://www.midsouthcoliseum.com/ |
Located in the Mid-South fairgrounds, this massive indoor stadium can seat up to 11,000 spectators. The entire arena is centrally air-conditioned and offers up to 3,000 parking spaces. It plays host to a variety of sports and entertainment events, such as basketball, wrestling, the circus and other exciting events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Wanna Drag? |
5500 Victory Lane Memphis Motorsports Park Memphis, TN 38053 United States +1 901 358 7223 / +1 866 407 7333 (Tickets) http://www.memphismotorsportsp... |
Test your fuel, check the absorbers...yes, this is a big fight to the finish! Held every August, these Mid-South National races are part of the 23 major events of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). The speed limit is high, as much as 330 miles per hour, and the track is used in the night. It's time for the Memphis Motorsports Park to come alive after dark. Attention all drivers and fans, keep your eyes on the checkered flag, and then zoom away! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greek Food & Dancing |
573 N Highland Street (at Sam Cooper Boulevard) Memphis, TN 38122 United States +1 901 327 8177 |
This is the place for anyone who loves Greek food or who wants to give it a try. Try the dinner for a range of tastes or if you don't want to stand in line, you can order individual items at the food stands. The food includes gyros (a sandwich with lamb), spanakopita (a pastry with spinach), and souvlaki (a chicken kebab). Indulge your sweet tooth with a variety of dessert pastries including baklava (a pastry with honey and nuts). After eating, burn off the calories dancing to live Greek music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rolling Down The River |
5245 Poplar Avenue Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 767 6790 http://www.outdoorsinc.com/ |
Whether you are the adventurous type who would like to try this challenge yourself or you just want to watch those foolhardy souls who live on the edge, this annual canoe and kayak race can get your adrenaline flowing. Participants compete on a stretch of the Mississippi River flowing along the downtown waterfront of Memphis. There are various solo and team events. Viewing is free. See website for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine crafts for sale |
750 Cherry Rd (Audubon Park) Memphis, TN 38118 United States +1 901 320 6408 http://www.artsandcraftsfestiv... |
This crafts fair is one of the largest in the country. Artisans come from all over to compete for a spot to display and peddle their wares in Audubon Park. Items include fine jewelry, pottery and ceramics, photography, handmade furniture and lawn ornaments, handmade clothing and specialty food items. Food stalls provide sandwiches, barbecue and ice cream, and live musical performances also take place throughout the event. A shuttle bus provides transportation from the parking lot of Oak Court Mall. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $3 for children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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International Tennis Stars |
5111 Sanderlin Road (Racquet Club) Memphis, TN 38117 United States +1 901 765 4401 http://www.krogerstjude.com |
This tournament is a major February event on the ATP tour, and is held in the elegant Racquet Club facility in East Memphis. Past tournaments have featured such stars as Michael Chang, Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras and Todd Martin. The tournament benefits the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis. It has funded a research chair named for Tim Gullikson, former coach of Pete Sampras and victim of brain cancer. Tickets range from USD5 for qualifying events to USD260 for a tournament-week pass. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebration of Choctaw Culture |
1500 Mitchell Road (T.O. Fuller State Park) Memphis, TN 38109 United States +1 901 543 7581 http://chucalissa.memphis.edu |
Sponsored by the Chucalissa Archaeological Museum, this festival offers a chance for event-goers to learn about the culture and arts of the Southeastern Native American tribes such as the Choctaw people, who have inhabited this area for centuries. Demonstrations of music, singing and dancing celebrate the heritage, while artisans exhibit and sell their wares, which include baskets, pottery and ceremonial items. See museum website for yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Football game with festivities |
335 South Hollywood (Liberty Bowl Stadium) Memphis, TN 38104 United States +1 901 398 6655 http://www.southernheritagecla... |
Tennessee State University and Jackson State University of Mississippi, two historically African-American colleges in the Mid-South area, meet every year for this football classic. The weekend's festivities also include a golf tournament and the Memphis Rhythm and Blues Review, which is held at the Mid-South Coliseum. Groups featured at the concert have included the Isley Brothers, the Gap Band and Morris Day & the Time. Tickets: USD10-USD30. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greyhound dog racing |
1550 North Ingraham Park (off I-40) Memphis, TN 72301 United States +1 501 735 3670 / +1 501 467 6182 http://www.southlandgreyhound.... |
Just across the Mississippi River in the sister city of West Memphis, Arkansas, sits this popular greyhound-racing track, which is just a 15-minute ride from downtown Memphis. Since all forms of betting are illegal in Tennessee, this is the closest spot for you if you enjoy gambling on races. Southland Park boasts a take-out of only 19 percent, which means higher winnings for the park's lucky patrons. Dogs past their racing primes are offered for adoption to loving homes. A shuttle bus runs here from many of the downtown hotels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Golf mania |
3325 Club At Southwind Memphis, TN 38125 United States +1 901 748 0330 http://www.tpcatsouthwind.com |
This private member golf club has been renovated and reopened in 2004. 240 lush green acres consisting of a 71, 18 hole golf course, make this a popular venue for any golf lover. Catch major tournaments like the FedExSt.Jude Classic and the PGA Tour here. The natural lakes, streams and grass carps make for some of the most interesting and challenging games of golf. Check this classy club's website for various facilities available and membership details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Past NCAA Championship finalists |
1 Auction Ave (The Pyramid) Memphis, TN 38104 United States +1 901 678 2337 http://www.gotigersgo.com/ |
Memphis goes crazy for basketball, filling The Pyramid for every Tigers game. Many people remember the team by the university's former name, Memphis State University, who produced Penny Hardaway, star of the Phoenix Suns. Penny returns every year to put on a clinic for local kids. Tickets for Tigers games can be hard to come by; try the Web site to order tickets in advance, or call the team office at the university (+1 901 678 2331). The season runs November through March. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Blues and bars on Beale |
200 Beale Street (Between Second & Third) Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 527 2583 http://www.handyblues.org/inde... |
A new and welcome extension of the W. C. Handy Blues Award is the Music Festival held at the Shoals of Florence, Alabama. Local and internationally known artists such as Kevin Paige, Long John Hunter, Eddie Shaw, Michelle Wilson and Blind Mississippi Morris perform at the Music Preservation Society. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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WEVL FM 89.9 Blues on the Bluff® |
National Ornamental Metal Museum grounds 374 Metal Museum Drive Memphis, TN 38106 United States +1 901 528 0560 (Organiser) http://www.wevl.org/ |
The Blues on the Bluff event is organized by WEVL FM90, a volunteer radio station. It features live performances from the best of the local talent. This year, you can enjoy the festival at the National Ornamental Metal Museum. Groove to a great musical line-up with a rocking backdrop. The proceeds from this annual series help keep this station on air. Come and check out the musical talent that Memphis has to offer. This event is generally held in two parts every year in the months of July and August. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major art and historical exhibitions |
1 Auction Avenue (The Pyramid Arena Exhibition Hall) Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 576 1231 http://www.wonders.org/ |
Almost every spring, Memphis launches a major exhibition in this series at the Pyramid. Previous exhibits have included Catherine the Great, the Tombs of China, King Tutakhamen, and Napoleon. Tours are self-guided by means of individual cassette players. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Team barbecue competition |
Riverside Drive Between Beale Street and Georgia Avenue, Tom Lee Park Memphis, TN 38103 United States +1 901 525 4611 (Organizers) http://www.memphisinmay.org/wb... |
Held in Tom Lee Park in conjunction with Memphis in May, this event has gained nationwide prestige and is often featured on TV shows, such as the 'Today Show', 'Good Morning America' and 'Prime Time Live'. More than 90,000 people attend the festival each year. Called the "Superbowl of Swine", this festival offers cash prizes to a winner that is more than USD61,050. Teams compete in the categories of whole hog, shoulder and ribs, and these teams must have qualified in other contests around the country in order to compete here. Other events include the Miss Piggy Contest, hog calling and a barbecue sauce competition. Admission: Adults USD8 (at the gate), Children (6 & under) Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |