January

Elvis Birthday Week
800-238-2000

Celebrate the birth of the ”King” at this annual birthday celebration and surrounding events.

February

Beale Street Zydeco Festival
901-529-0999

Get your beads ready and head to the Beale Street Zydeco Festival and celebrate Mardi Gras Memphis style.

International Blues Challenge
901-527-2583

You don’t have to have the blues to love the music. Includes International Blues Challenge and Keeping the Blues Alive Awards.

March

Annual International Film Festival
901-626-9685

A film feast with 58 films from 13 countries, more than 40 filmmakers, and cast and crew present, as shorts, documentaries, animated and feature films are presented for your viewing pleasure.

April

O’Reilly Super Chevy Show
866-40-SPEED

Take a ride to the Super Chevy Show featuring fire-breathing jet cards, nitro coupes, a car corral and a super swap meet.

Africa In April
901-947-2133

Uncover the history, traditions and culture of Liberia as we celebrate their original arts and crafts and the exceptional food.

May

Memphis in May International Festival
901-525-4611

If you are in Memphis in May you won’t miss this month long celebration featuring a magnificent music festival, fun family festival, mmmmm….a barbeque cook-off and captivating symphony productions.

Annual Blues Music Awards
901-527-2583

The W.C. Handy Awards showcases the top names in blues music and bestows the highest honor for Blues artists.

Our Big Fat Greek Festival
901-327-8177

Two days of intrigue as people learn of the influence Greece had on our nation featuring great sites, sounds and taste of the culture.

June

Memphis Italian Festival
901-685-1378

Your mouth will water as the smells of authentic Italian food waft into your senses. Fill up on the delectible treats, spark your interest in the arts and crafts, rouse your auditory senses with live music, and get giddy with the games.

Juneteenth Freedom Festival
901-385-4943

It’s always a great day to celebrate our freedoms and it’s even better when we can do so with live blues, gospel, hip-hop and jazz music; a crazy carnival, golf tournament and appealing vendor booths.

July

Beale Street 4th of July – Red, White, and Blue Celebration
901-529-0999

On the Mississippi River the gorgeous fireworks and city light will delight the whole family as they reflect on this body of water during this bold 4th of July celebration.

August

Elvis Tribute Week
800-238-2000

Elvis paved the way in the rock n’ roll world and fans from all around celebrate his contributions in a week-long city wide celebration complete with a Candlelight Vigil.

Southeastern Indian Heritage Festival
901-785-3160

Rich in Native American culture and traditions this festival features ethnic dance, music, crafts and stickball.

September

Memphis Music & Heritage Festival
(901) 525-3655

A trip to Memphis wouldn’t be complete without exploring their culture and traditions and it can be done at this festival featuring live music, arts and foods from the Memphis Region.

Cooper-Young Festival
(901) 276-7222

Pick a stage any stage because there are three to choose from featuring ongoing live music and 250 fantastic artist booths.

Mid-South Fair
901-274-8800

Hold onto your hats because here is never a lack to do at this fair with more than 50 spine-tingling rides, scrumptious food vendors, hundreds of interesting exhibits, free concerts, a live stock show and a raging rodeo.

October

Pink Palace Crafts Fair
901-320-6408

Crafts, crafts and more crafts with more than 200 booths you can relish in the pleasing pottery, fabulous furniture, unique clothing and dazzling jewelry.

Native American Days
901-785-3160

Take a journey into the past as you study the culture and traditions of Native Americans.

November

W.C. Handy Birthday Celebration
901-527-3427

Memphis goes all out for birthdays and this is no exception featuring a delightful parade and many other exciting activities.

W.C. Handy Heritage Awards
901-527-3427

The musicians of Beale Street are recognized and awarded for their contributions and authentic tunes.

December

Christmas at Graceland
800-238-2000

The King of rock n’ roll loved the holidays and threw out all the stops and that tradition is kept alive today with fabulous twinkling lights and authentic holiday decorations