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SUMMARY:Howl-o-Ween Hustle 5K
DESCRIPTION:Grab your Halloween costumes\, get howling\, and get hyped up for a brand-new race! Are you ready to throw on your favorite costume and hustle (or walk or stroll) through the Memphis Zoo and Overton Park? This fun-filled morning brings families\, friends\, and racers together for a brand new 5k experience next to some of your favorite animals\, Halloween characters\, and fun Halloween themed photo ops. The fun ends with a festive post-race celebration inside the Zoo featuring live music\, a costume contest\, and Halloween fun for all ages. Best of all\, race registration includes Zoo admission\, so you can keep the fun going long after you cross the finish line. \n\n\n\n   Your registration includes everything listed HERE \n\n\n\nNEW! Race from ANYWHERE! Our virtual run lets you run from anywhere if you can’t join us in person\, and it includes your own medal\, T-shirt\, and downloadable race bib. \n\n\n\n  $50 for virtual racers. \n\n\n\n  Members: $60 per person \n\n\n\n  Non-members: $70 per person \n\n\n\n  Saturday\, October 24\, 2026 (registration for in person closes October 19th and registration for virtual closes October 24th) \n\n\n\n  7:30am \n\n\n\n  All ages \n\n\n\n  Contact zooinfo@memphiszoo.org \n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/howl-o-ween-hustle-5k/
LOCATION:Memphis Zoo\, 2000 Prentiss Place\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Run/Walk
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SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Memphis Mid-South Walk
DESCRIPTION:Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. To prevent suicide\, we need to understand it first. \n\n\n\nFunds raised at the Out of the Darkness Memphis Mid-South Walk directly support research\, advocacy efforts\, and educational programs in schools\, workplaces\, and communities across TN. \n\n\n\nRegister today and you’re taking the first step to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. It’s free\, quick\, and easy to make a real impact.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/out-of-the-darkness-memphis-mid-south-walk/
LOCATION:Greensward\, 2080 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Run/Walk
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UID:10002972-1792850400-1792854000@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:All Ages Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art of Nature Journaling \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Multi-generational Nature Journaling session at Overton Park with Caroline Schratz! \n\n\n\nThis session invites all ages to explore the wonders of nature while developing their self-expression skills. Participants will learn to document the wild wonders of the Old Forest through sketches and notes. This hands-on\, creative activity is perfect for sparking curiosity and connecting with nature! \n\n\n\nWe’ll provide supplies\, but you’re welcome to bring your own notebooks and favorite coloring pencils or markers. We can’t wait to see what you’ll discover! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here!\n\n\n\n\nCaroline Schratz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider and the founder of Integrative Wellness 901. Her work centers around a holistic\, trauma-informed approach that prioritizes nervous system regulation and the healing power of nature. Certified in EMDR and mindfulness-based ecotherapy\, Caroline integrates evidence-based therapy with somatic practices\, trauma-informed yoga\, and nature connection to support trauma recovery and resilience. She hosts women’s wellness retreats and outdoor workshops designed to create safe\, restorative spaces for healing and growth.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/all-ages-nature-journaling-3/
CATEGORIES:Art,Education,Learn,NatureZen Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T160000
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SUMMARY:Make Your Own: Spooky Beaded Jewelry for Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: FRANCESCA MANARD \n\n\n\n8+ with an adult present | All Levels | $35 ($22 + $13 Materials Fee) \n\n\n\nGet your jewelry box ready for Halloween by participating in our Spooky Beaded Jewelry class! Students will make Halloween-themed pendants using wire and seed beads\, which will then be finished as necklaces or earrings. 
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/make-your-own-spooky-beaded-jewelry-for-halloween/
LOCATION:Metal Museum\, 1930 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, Tennessee\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T224819Z
CREATED:20260924T224817Z
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SUMMARY:Zoo Boo
DESCRIPTION:Zoo Boo is back\, but not like you remember it. \n\n\n\nLe Bonheur presents an ALL-NEW Zoo Boo\, select nights September 18 through November 1\, with MORE nights and a completely reimagined Halloween experience. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\nMORE décor \n\n\n\nMORE candy \n\n\n\nMORE nights \n\n\n\nNEW 7-foot-tall maze \n\n\n\nNEW photo opportunities \n\n\n\nNEW interactive play spaces \n\n\n\nNEW Toxic Waste Zone* \n\n\n\nNEW digital costume contest \n\n\n\nPlus\, family-friendly Halloween fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n*The Toxic Waste Zone may not be suitable for small children.* \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the NEW Zoo Boo. \n\n\n\n  $20 per person for Members / $23 per person for Non-members  \n\n\n\n  September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 \n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 9-11\, 16-18\, 22-25\, 29-31 \n\n\n\nSensory Night October 21 \n\n\n\nA special Zoo Boo evening offering a more sensory-friendly experience for guests and families. \n\n\n\nNovember 1 \n\n\n\n  6:00pm-9:30pm \n\n\n\n  Fun for all ages \n\n\n\n  Halloween attire not required but encouraged. \n\n\n\n  Halloween-themed treats and drinks will also be available for purchase at our food stands. \n\n\n\n   VIEW MENU HERE \n\n\n\nPurchase Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Non-member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Non-Member Tickets
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/zoo-boo/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Memphis Zoo\, 2000 Prentiss Place\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T180000
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SUMMARY:Zoo Boo
DESCRIPTION:Zoo Boo is back\, but not like you remember it. \n\n\n\nLe Bonheur presents an ALL-NEW Zoo Boo\, select nights September 18 through November 1\, with MORE nights and a completely reimagined Halloween experience. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\nMORE décor \n\n\n\nMORE candy \n\n\n\nMORE nights \n\n\n\nNEW 7-foot-tall maze \n\n\n\nNEW photo opportunities \n\n\n\nNEW interactive play spaces \n\n\n\nNEW Toxic Waste Zone* \n\n\n\nNEW digital costume contest \n\n\n\nPlus\, family-friendly Halloween fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n*The Toxic Waste Zone may not be suitable for small children.* \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the NEW Zoo Boo. \n\n\n\n  $20 per person for Members / $23 per person for Non-members  \n\n\n\n  September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 \n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 9-11\, 16-18\, 22-25\, 29-31 \n\n\n\nSensory Night October 21 \n\n\n\nA special Zoo Boo evening offering a more sensory-friendly experience for guests and families. \n\n\n\nNovember 1 \n\n\n\n  6:00pm-9:30pm \n\n\n\n  Fun for all ages \n\n\n\n  Halloween attire not required but encouraged. \n\n\n\n  Halloween-themed treats and drinks will also be available for purchase at our food stands. \n\n\n\n   VIEW MENU HERE \n\n\n\nPurchase Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Non-member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Non-Member Tickets
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/zoo-boo/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Memphis Zoo\, 2000 Prentiss Place\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T130000
DTSTAMP:20260903T161446Z
CREATED:20260806T164358Z
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UID:10002961-1793016900-1793019600@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:Field Notes
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about the Conservancy and what’s happening in the park? Join Stewardship Manager Fields Falcone for a casual lunch-hour walk and talk to learn more about local ecology\, conservation efforts\, and park news.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet you at the Rainbow Lake Parking Lot Information Kiosk for a 45 minute gentle walk.  \n\n\n\nLeashed dogs are welcome! Walks will either take place on a paved road\, gravel limestone\, or natural trail depending on season and participant accessibility considerations.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/field-notes-3/
CATEGORIES:NatureZen Month,Run/Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193355Z
CREATED:20260731T221549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T193355Z
UID:10003059-1793183400-1793190600@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:Senior Nature Journaling Course
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Palette: Exploring Nature through Art and Observation\n\n\n\nJoin the Overton Park Conservancy and Memphis Artist Susan Maakestad for a month of wonder during our four-week Senior Nature Journaling workshop this fall! \n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of nature as we closely observe and record the season changing. In this course\, you’ll learn essential skills and techniques for capturing your observations in a journal\, fostering both creativity and mindfulness. \n\n\n\nCourse Highlights: \n\n\n\n\nKick-off Session: Start with an engaging indoor session to introduce art concepts and journaling techniques.\n\n\n\nOutdoor Exploration: For the next three weeks\, we’ll venture into the Old Forest and other green spaces within Overton Park.\n\n\n\nCombine Art and Science: Gain a deeper appreciation for native plants and animals as you merge artistic expression with scientific observation.\n\n\n\n\nAll participants will receive paper and recording supplies such as pencils\, watercolors\, and colored pencils. Participants are welcome to bring their own favorite notebooks and journaling tools! \n\n\n\nThis four-week workshop will be held at Overton Park from 10:30am–12:30pm the following Wednesdays: \n\n\n\n\nOctober 7th\n\n\n\nOctober 14th\n\n\n\nOctober 21st\n\n\n\nOctober 28th\n\n\n\n\nDesigned for Learners Aged 55+: This workshop is proudly presented by Overton Park Conservancy\, supported by ARTSmemphis\, the Tennessee Arts Commission\, and First Horizon Foundation. \n\n\n\nReady to explore and record the wonders of autumn? Sign up today and embrace the beauty of fall! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSold Out\n\n\n\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Nature Journaling Course Waitlist\n                            Want us to let you know if a spot becomes available? Sign up for the waitlist below! \n                        \n                        CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Contact DetailsName(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    First\n                                                    \n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                            Last\n                                                            \n                                                        \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/senior-nature-journaling-course-2/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Art,Education,NatureZen Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Overton Park Conservancy":MAILTO:info@overtonpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T224819Z
CREATED:20260924T224817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T224819Z
UID:10003111-1793296800-1793309400@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Boo
DESCRIPTION:Zoo Boo is back\, but not like you remember it. \n\n\n\nLe Bonheur presents an ALL-NEW Zoo Boo\, select nights September 18 through November 1\, with MORE nights and a completely reimagined Halloween experience. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\nMORE décor \n\n\n\nMORE candy \n\n\n\nMORE nights \n\n\n\nNEW 7-foot-tall maze \n\n\n\nNEW photo opportunities \n\n\n\nNEW interactive play spaces \n\n\n\nNEW Toxic Waste Zone* \n\n\n\nNEW digital costume contest \n\n\n\nPlus\, family-friendly Halloween fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n*The Toxic Waste Zone may not be suitable for small children.* \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the NEW Zoo Boo. \n\n\n\n  $20 per person for Members / $23 per person for Non-members  \n\n\n\n  September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 \n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 9-11\, 16-18\, 22-25\, 29-31 \n\n\n\nSensory Night October 21 \n\n\n\nA special Zoo Boo evening offering a more sensory-friendly experience for guests and families. \n\n\n\nNovember 1 \n\n\n\n  6:00pm-9:30pm \n\n\n\n  Fun for all ages \n\n\n\n  Halloween attire not required but encouraged. \n\n\n\n  Halloween-themed treats and drinks will also be available for purchase at our food stands. \n\n\n\n   VIEW MENU HERE \n\n\n\nPurchase Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Non-member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Non-Member Tickets
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/zoo-boo/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Memphis Zoo\, 2000 Prentiss Place\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260924T224819Z
CREATED:20260924T224817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T224819Z
UID:10003112-1793383200-1793395800@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Boo
DESCRIPTION:Zoo Boo is back\, but not like you remember it. \n\n\n\nLe Bonheur presents an ALL-NEW Zoo Boo\, select nights September 18 through November 1\, with MORE nights and a completely reimagined Halloween experience. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\n\nMORE décor \n\n\n\nMORE candy \n\n\n\nMORE nights \n\n\n\nNEW 7-foot-tall maze \n\n\n\nNEW photo opportunities \n\n\n\nNEW interactive play spaces \n\n\n\nNEW Toxic Waste Zone* \n\n\n\nNEW digital costume contest \n\n\n\nPlus\, family-friendly Halloween fun for all ages. \n\n\n\n*The Toxic Waste Zone may not be suitable for small children.* \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the NEW Zoo Boo. \n\n\n\n  $20 per person for Members / $23 per person for Non-members  \n\n\n\n  September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 \n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 9-11\, 16-18\, 22-25\, 29-31 \n\n\n\nSensory Night October 21 \n\n\n\nA special Zoo Boo evening offering a more sensory-friendly experience for guests and families. \n\n\n\nNovember 1 \n\n\n\n  6:00pm-9:30pm \n\n\n\n  Fun for all ages \n\n\n\n  Halloween attire not required but encouraged. \n\n\n\n  Halloween-themed treats and drinks will also be available for purchase at our food stands. \n\n\n\n   VIEW MENU HERE \n\n\n\nPurchase Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Non-member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Member Tickets \n\n\n\nPurchase Sensory Night Non-Member Tickets
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/zoo-boo/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Memphis Zoo\, 2000 Prentiss Place\, Memphis\, TN\, 38112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T211217Z
CREATED:20260916T200913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T211217Z
UID:10003069-1793440800-1793462400@overtonpark.org
SUMMARY:MEM REN - Memphis Renaissance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Huzzah! Great feasting a merriment headest thine way. As the veil thins on All Hallow’s Eve\, The Queen of the Day and the Queen of the Night will meet under the trees of Overton Park. Choose your Queen and join their court – compete in feats of strength\, games of skill\, tricks of the mind\, and feast at their side. \n\n\n\nFor a schedule of events and tickets\, visit www.memren.com.
URL:https://overtonpark.org/event/mem-ren-memphis-renaissance-festival/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Greensward\, 2080 Poplar Ave.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:NatureZen Month,Special Event/Festival
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