Unwind after the workday at Science Café, a happy hour series hosted by Overton Park Conservancy at the Golf Clubhouse. Enjoy drinks and discussion with guest speakers who share fresh perspectives from the world of science. No background knowledge needed—just curiosity!
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda, just a […]
Refined, intimate, and impeccably styled, Fashion High Tea is one of Memphis Art and Fashion Week’s most coveted experiences, set in the elegant Holly Court at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. This tea sandwich-style seated luncheon welcomes just 100 guests for an elevated midday showcase. Premier Memphis retailers will present five curated looks each, styled on live models in a […]
Before the runway, there is the story. Art and Aperitifs: Fashion is Art brings you inside the creative process with an extraordinary panel of fashion visionaries. Acclaimed designer Michael Ngo is joined by celebrity jeweler Kyle Chan, whose pieces have adorned Bravo’s Real Housewives and other high-profile stars, and renowned stylist and designer Joey Thao, known for shaping iconic moments, including […]
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
This is the crescendo. 34 designers. More than 100 looks. Memphis Art and Fashion Week ends the only way it can: on the runway. This finale is a full-scale fashion spectacle featuring headline designer Michael Ngo, where the city’s style community converges for one electrifying night. Join the tastemakers, retailers, creatives, and fashion lovers and […]
The runway is only the beginning. Step into the Runway Afterparty, the official post show celebration of Memphis Art and Fashion Week. This is where the energy spills off the catwalk and into the night: designers, models, makeup artists, stylists, and fashion lovers all in one place, still glowing from the finale. Expect a DJ led […]
On May 9, step into the world of style and self-expression at Super Saturday: Artful Paper Dolls, part of the museum’s celebration of Memphis Art and Fashion Week. In this hands-on, fashion-forward activity, kids will bring creativity to the catwalk by designing their own paper dolls using cutouts and coloring materials. Participants will personalize outfits, […]
“TROUBLE NO MORE: A Memphis Tribute To The Allman Brothers” formed in 2017 to perform the immortal Southern rock & blues songs of the Allman Brothers Band. They have played venues & festivals in Memphis & around the Mid South & brought audiences the spirit & sound of the early Allman Brothers band with classics […]
Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
5:30-6:30p | Reception & Book Signing 6:30-7:30p | Lecture Join the Decorative Arts Trust for a special evening with acclaimed designer Corey Damen Jenkins. Renowned for his fearless use of color, texture, and pattern, Jenkins has become one of today’s most celebrated voices in interior design through work that is both timeless and expressive. He […]
Compounding Confusion - Tree ID Class Ready to turn compounding confusion into confident identification? While many trees in the Old Forest display simple leaves, a variety showcase compound leaves. Learning to tell them apart opens up a wider dimension of forest exploration. The Overton Park Conservancy is hosting a Compound Leaves Tree Identification Course led […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda, just a […]
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
Journey into the enchanting worlds of Studio Ghibli as the Iris Collective performs beloved film scores live while iconic frames play on screen. Featuring music from Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, and more. Enter the magical worlds of Studio Ghibli through the power of live music. In this special concert […]
Join us for a refined spring evening in Teton Trek Lodge, where you’ll enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu and exceptional wines. We look forward to welcoming you! $175 per person (all guests will be seated at tables of six) Discount: $1000 per table of six Thursday, May 14, 2026 Zoo gates open at 5:45pm and Teton […]
Some bumble bee species are disappearing—and we need your eyes and skills to help protect them. Join us for a training workshop for the Bumble Bee Atlas, a community science project aimed at gathering data needed to track and conserve bumble bee. During this indoor and outdoor field workshop, you will be introduced to bumble bee […]
Join us on May 16 for Super Saturday: Abstract Watercolors, a hands-on celebration of AAPI Month and the Memphis College of Art, inspired by Memphis-based artist Kong Wee Pang—whose striking abstract works have been featured in the MCA Gallery. Young artists will experiment with watercolor, pipettes, and paper to create expressive, fluid compositions, just like […]
Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
DreamFest is dedicated to promoting Memphis Music and artist collaboration. This event spotlights an impressive array of artists coming together in pursuit of a common goal: the promotion of unity, collaboration and community.
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! No agenda, just a […]
This spring, the Memphis’ art museum invites you to take your seat at a table set for Memphis. Presented in conjunction with Memphis College of Art, 1936 to 2020: An Enduring Legacy, Legacy at the Table is a three-part seated dinner series that is both a fundraiser and celebration. These evenings both honor an institution that shaped generations […]
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
Get ready to Zoom through the Zoo at the Memphis Zoo on Thursday, May 21, 2026! This fun-filled evening brings families, friends, and neighbors together for a one-of-a-kind race experience. Choose between a 1-mile fun run or a 4-mile race, then enjoy food and two drink tickets included with your registration, followed by a lively […]
Get your hands inspired on May 23 at Super Saturday: MCA Pottery, a creative workshop inspired by the beautifully crafted ceramics on view in the MCA (Memphis College of Art) exhibition. In celebration of this retrospective show, young artists will explore form and texture by sculpting their own mini pottery pieces using Model Magic and […]
Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
Memphis has a deep history with music, including the Memphis Symphony Orchestra (MSO). From early years and through several wars, there were iterations of a local symphony. However, MSO was officially established in 1953 under the baton of the esteemed Vincent de Frank as the Memphis Sinfionetta. We have now grown into a full-scale nonprofit […]
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
Eddie 9V has an endless stockpile of cool stories – and you’ll find twelve of them on his most recent studio album Saratoga, released in November 2024 on the fabled Ruf Records label. A thrilling mix of Southern soul, blues, rock, and funk, Saratoga proved to be a gamechanger: a road trip-ready record filled with […]
There is a ferocious Southern engine inside of Billy Allen + The Pollies’ debut album Black Noise. It thrums to life atop a classic rock chassis and expertly weaves in and out of gospel, grunge, funk, and soul along its eleven-song journey. From the explosive top of the album (a liberating anthem of self-worth called […]
Wrap up the month with a colorful art adventure at Super Saturday: Pointillism Landscapes on May 30. Inspired by the richly detailed works of Carroll Cloar in the museum’s Permanent Collection, young artists will explore the technique of pointillism—creating images with tiny, vibrant dots of color. Using Q-tips, paint, and watercolor paper, kids will build […]
Join us for a delicious lunch and up-close incredible encounters! Whether you're planning a fun family outing or an iconic day with friends, this is one for record books. It's a popular must-do event here at the Zoo! Proceeds from this event go to Elephants for Africa, a charity in Botswana committed to protecting the endangered African elephant through research […]
Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
Come out and cheer on the brave souls playing 99 holes of golf in one day to raise money for Overton Park Conservancy, the Overton Park Junior Open, and the Loren Roberts Scholarship Fund at First Tee Memphis. Find out more about the tournament and donate to support the cause at https://charity.pledgeit.org/overtonpark99.
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
East Nash Grass is one of the hottest young bands in Bluegrass, picking up this year’s International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award for Best New Artist and stacked with IBMA Best Instrumentalist winners: Grand Master Fiddle champion and AMA Instrumentalist of the year nominee Maddie Denton, Cory Walker (banjo), and Harry Clark (mandolin). Put them […]
Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique, innovative spirit, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz, rock, classical, blues, folk, and traditional […]
Funk/Rock trio High Fade – consisting of founder Harry Valentino (Guitar, Vocals), Oliver Sentence (Bass, Mustache) and drummer Heath Campbell (Drums) has grown from Scotland’s most excited busking band into a household name across the world after bursting onto the scene with viral sensations such as “Burnt Toast & Coffee”, “Gossip”, “Burnin’”, and an audacious […]