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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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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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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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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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 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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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 |