Things to do in Memphis this weekend

Pick of the week

Live Music

Loud, late, and worth it

• World Rhythm Fest 2026
  Sat, Oct 24 · 12pm · South Main Artspace Lofts, Memphis · Free

  Get ready for a full day of music, culture, food, art, and nonstop energy at World Rhythm Fest!

• R&B ONLY LIVE - Memphis, TN
  Sat, Oct 24 · Minglewood Hall, Memphis · See tickets
• Open Decks
  Sat, Oct 24 · 6pm · 619 Chelsea Ave, Memphis · See tickets

  Bring your best tracks and get ready to spin some fresh beats live with fellow music lovers!

Eat & Drink

Bring stretchy pants

• Screaming Vegan Food Festival
  Sat, Oct 24 · 11am · Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium, Memphis · See tickets

  Come chow down at the Screaming Vegan Food Fest—plant-powered eats that'll make your taste buds scream!

• Tequila vs Cognac Bonfire Festival
  Sat, Oct 24 · 4pm · 21585 TN-196, Arlington · See tickets

  Join us for the ultimate showdown with tequila, cognac, and bonfire vibes under the stars!

• Kentucky Derby Brunch
  Sat, Oct 24 · 2pm · All Occasions, Memphis · See tickets

  Join us for the Kentucky Derby Brunch: Running With Grace! An elegant afternoon of faith, fellowship, fabulous hats, food & fun!

Family & Kids

Tire them out by 8pm

• Boarding Now: The Future of Education Gala
  Sat, Oct 24 · 6pm · TENNESSEE CAREER ACADEMY, Memphis · Free

  This isn’t just a gala… it’s a fundraiser with purpose. ✈️ We’re boarding a new future for our students — and we need YOU on this flight!

• Love Lust Sacrifice: Dating with Kids
  Sun, Oct 25 · 4pm · 3169 Norbrook Dr, Memphis · See tickets

  Navigating dating with kids? This meetup’s got your back with real talk from 4 singles with children. Food and DJ will be on site.

• Free Kids Event: Fantastical Fun Featuring Kwik Stix™ (Memphis)
  Sat, Oct 24 · 11am · Lakeshore Learning Store, Memphis · Free

  Make one-of-a-kind crafts and explore hands-on activities! Ages 3+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Outdoors & Sports

Touch grass, officially

• In Living COGI Community 5K Walk: Memphis, TN
  Sat, Oct 24 · 9:30am · 1 Channel 3 Dr, Memphis · See tickets

  As patients, walking can provide health benefits like reduced inflammation and improved physical and mental health. So we walk! Join us...

• ZOMBIE PAINTBALL & GLOW BLASTER FUN — SHELBY FARMS, MEMPHIS!
  Fri, Oct 23 · 6pm · Battlefront Paintball, Memphis · Free

  Shoot LIVE zombies after dark at Shelby Farms! Zombie Paintball + non-scary Glow Gel Blaster for kids 5+. Thu–Sun thru Nov 1, 6–10 PM.

Arts & Nightlife

Culture, with a cocktail

• Mekong Memphis Festival
  Sun, Oct 25 · 11am · Vietnamese Buddhist Association Of Memphis- Chùa Chánh Tâm (taking place the block east of 1368 Jefferson Ave) · See tickets

  A cultural celebration marking 50 years since Vietnamese, Laotian, Cambodian, and Thai refugee families first resettled in Memphis, TN.

• Harvest of Blessings
  Sat, Oct 24 · 10am · 2524 Carnes Ave, Memphis · See tickets

  Come celebrate good health, community and grateful hearts with us at this blessed harvest gathering!

• Fall Harvest Dedication Event | Tillman Sculpture Park
  Sat, Oct 24 · 11am · Tillman Street & Princeton Avenue, Memphis · See tickets

  Join UrbanArt Commission and Carpenter Art Garden to celebrate the artistic enhancements brought to the community!

Free This Weekend

Good things that cost nothing

• Because of Amber × Rolfe Customs: A Fashion + Social Experience
  Sat, Oct 24 · 12pm · Rolfe Customs, Collierville · Free

  An elevated fashion + social experience featuring curated shopping, live entertainment, cocktails, and charcuterie.

• The Pain Was Never Meant To Stay
  Sat, Oct 24 · 12pm · Withers Collection Museum & Gallery, Memphis · Free

  Join SeeVon Graham on October 24 in Memphis for a book signing celebrating healing, faith, and new beginnings. RSVP today!

• Culture In Motion™: Memphis Community Boost Block Party
  Sat, Oct 24 · 1pm · 3682 Ridgeway Rd, Memphis · Free

  Memphis, get ready! Join Culture In Motion™ and Heal The Hood for a FREE community block party with music, prizes, and more!

• SUNDAY FUNDAY DAY PARTY
  Sun, Oct 25 · 5pm · Redbird wing Factory, West Memphis · Free

  Sunday Funday at Redbirds! FREE admission every Sunday at 5PM! Tables & booths are limited—reserve yours today! 901-481-4961