Juneteenth in Memphis is more than a holiday. It’s a full-on citywide celebration of freedom, Black culture, entrepreneurship, music, and community pride that draws on everything that makes this city unforgettable. From one of the nation’s most powerful civil rights landmarks to block parties, live concerts, and open-air markets supporting local Black-owned businesses, Memphis offers some of the most meaningful and electric Juneteenth experiences anywhere in America. 

Here’s your complete guide to celebrating Juneteenth in Memphis in 2026 — every major event, a ready-to-use itinerary, and everything you need to make it count. 

 Quick Answer: What’s Happening for Juneteenth in Memphis in 2026? 

Memphis Juneteenth 2026 spans an entire weekend of free and ticketed events. Key highlights: 

• G Herbo headlines the Juneteenth Summer Classic, one of the city’s largest Juneteenth celebrations blending music, sports, and community 

• National Civil Rights Museum Juneteenth Community Day — free admission until 2 PM on June 19, with live music, health resources, voter registration, and full museum access 

• The Four Way Juneteenth Celebration — free, June 19, 10 AM–4 PM at one of Memphis’ most historic Black-owned institutions 

• Juneteenth Pop-Up Shop — June 19, 2–7 PM at Taylor Made Event Center, featuring Black-owned vendors and makers 

• Juneteenth Urban Music Festival — live performances celebrating Black music and artistic expression 

• 6th Annual Shop Black Festival — Saturday, June 20, 11 AM–4 PM at Martyrs Park, featuring 100+ Black-owned businesses 

• Memphis Redbirds Juneteenth Celebration at AutoZone Park 

Featured Event: G Herbo Live at the Juneteenth Summer Classic 

If you’re looking for the marquee Juneteenth moment in Memphis this year, this is it. 

The Juneteenth Summer Classic has grown into one of Memphis’ premier Juneteenth weekend experiences — a powerhouse blend of sports, culture, and live entertainment that draws fans from across the Mid-South. This year, national recording artist G Herbo headlines a night that is as much a community celebration as it is a concert. 

The Summer Classic brings together the city’s changemakers, music lovers, and families for a weekend anchored in Black excellence and cultural pride. For fans of hip-hop and contemporary culture, it’s a must-attend. 

Why you should go: 

• A major live concert headlined by G Herbo 

• Community-centered Juneteenth programming throughout the weekend 

• Family-friendly Summer Classic activities 

• One of the largest Juneteenth gatherings in Memphis 

National Civil Rights Museum: Juneteenth Community Day 

Friday, June 19 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Free Admission Until 2:00 PM 

No place in Memphis carries the weight and wonder of the ongoing freedom story quite like the National Civil Rights Museum — built around the Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Their annual Juneteenth Community Day is one of the city’s signature celebrations, fusing education, reflection, and community impact into a full day of programming. 

On June 19, visitors can experience: 

• Free museum admission from 9 AM to 2 PM 

• Live music and cultural performances throughout the day 

• Family-friendly activities for all ages 

• A community resource fair 

• Health equity programming and wellness activities 

• Blood drive opportunities 

• Voter registration and civic engagement resources 

• Full access to the museum’s Legacy Experience exhibits
   

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a Memphis local, Juneteenth Community Day at the National Civil Rights Museum is a grounding, powerful way to start the weekend. 

The Four Way Juneteenth Celebration 

Friday, June 19 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Free Admission 

Memphis is packed with raw, authentic experiences — and few feel more genuinely Memphis than a Juneteenth celebration at The Four Way. This iconic South Memphis soul food restaurant has been a cornerstone of Black Memphis culture since 1946, feeding civil rights leaders, musicians, and everyday Memphians for generations. 

The Four Way’s annual Juneteenth celebration honors both the history of the holiday and the living legacy of Black entrepreneurship in this city. Come for the food, stay for the fellowship. 

Highlights include: 

• Live entertainment and music 

• Food vendors and community gathering spaces 

• Local organizations and cultural partners 

• Family-friendly programming throughout the day 

Juneteenth Celebration Pop-Up Shop 

Friday, June 19 | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Taylor Made Event Center 

We celebrate the innovators, creators, and changemakers who turn bold ideas into real community impact — and the Juneteenth Pop-Up Shop at Taylor Made Event Center is exactly that energy made real. 

This marketplace experience shines a spotlight on some of Memphis’ most creative Black-owned businesses, makers, and entrepreneurs. It’s a meaningful way to put your dollars directly into the community you’re celebrating. 

What to expect: 

• Black-owned business vendors across a range of products and services 

• Local food and drinks 

• Live music 

• Family-friendly atmosphere 

• Community networking opportunities 

Juneteenth Urban Music Festival 

Friday, June 19 | Various Times 

Music spills from every corner of Memphis on a normal day — on Juneteenth, it overflows. The Juneteenth Urban Music Festival channels the city’s deep musical DNA into a celebration of Black creativity and artistic expression, featuring live performances from local and regional artists across genres rooted in the Memphis sound. 

If you’ve ever wondered why Memphis has been said to appear in more songs than any other American city, spend an evening here and you’ll understand. 

Memphis Redbirds Juneteenth Celebration 

Memphis baseball fans can keep the Juneteenth spirit rolling at AutoZone Park, home of the Memphis Redbirds. During their June homestand, the Redbirds host holiday-themed programming and family-friendly entertainment that gives everyone — from kids to grandparents — another way to celebrate the weekend. 

Shop Black Festival — 6th Annual 

Saturday, June 20 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Martyrs Park, Downtown Memphis 

The celebration extends into Saturday with one of the region’s most impactful events: the 6th Annual Juneteenth Shop Black Festival at Martyrs Park in downtown Memphis. 

This is one of the largest Black business marketplaces in the Mid-South, drawing more than 100 Black-owned businesses — vendors, food entrepreneurs, artists, and community organizations — into one vibrant, open-air marketplace dedicated to economic empowerment. 

Festival highlights: 

• 100+ Black-owned businesses, indoors and out 

• Food trucks and local food vendors 

• Live music and cultural programming 

• Family-friendly activities throughout the day 

• Community networking and celebration 

If supporting local entrepreneurs is part of how you celebrate Juneteenth — and it should be — make this one a priority. 

More Juneteenth Celebrations Across Memphis 

Throughout Juneteenth weekend, churches, neighborhood organizations, community centers, and cultural institutions across every corner of Memphis host their own commemorations — educational programs, freedom heritage gatherings, family cookouts, live music, and community conversations. Many are free and open to the public. Keep an eye on local listings and neighborhood social media to find celebrations close to you. 

The Ultimate Memphis Juneteenth Itinerary 

Friday Morning: Reflect & Learn 

9:00 AM — Begin at the National Civil Rights Museum Juneteenth Community Day. Move through the exhibits, engage with community organizations, and ground yourself in the historical weight and ongoing significance of Juneteenth at one of America’s most important landmarks. 

11:30 AM — Head south to The Four Way for lunch and community celebration. Support a Memphis institution that has been feeding and sustaining the community for nearly 80 years. 

Friday Afternoon: Support Local 

2:00 PM — Make your way to the Juneteenth Pop-Up Shop at Taylor Made Event Center. Browse Black-owned businesses, discover local makers, pick up something meaningful, and invest directly in the community. 

4:00 PM — Explore Downtown Memphis or Beale Street. Check out Memphis’ legendary blues bars, grab dinner at a Black-owned restaurant, and soak in the city before the evening kicks off. 

Friday Evening: Celebrate Through Music 

6:00 PM — Join community celebrations happening throughout the city. Memphis nights are alive with authentic experiences waiting to be discovered. 

8:00 PM onward — Experience the Juneteenth Summer Classic featuring G Herbo — the weekend’s headline concert and a powerful, joyful celebration of culture, music, and Memphis community. 

Saturday: Keep the Momentum Going 

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM — Spend Saturday morning and afternoon at the Shop Black Festival at Martyrs Park. Shop with local vendors, eat well, and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit that has always been a part of Memphis’ DNA. 

Why Memphis Is One of the Best Places to Celebrate Juneteenth 

Few American cities are as deeply woven into the ongoing story of freedom, civil rights, and Black cultural expression as Memphis. This isn’t just about preserving an iconic past — it’s about fueling the momentum of a next generation drawing inspiration from these streets. 

Juneteenth weekend in Memphis brings that truth into full focus: through the National Civil Rights Museum’s solemn power, through the entrepreneurial hustle of 100-plus vendors at the Shop Black Festival, through the gospel and the grooves and the big-stage energy of a G Herbo concert, through community organizations and neighborhood porches and historic restaurants that have never stopped showing up. 

Memphis has always been a cradle of American music, culture, and resilience. On Juneteenth, the whole city reminds you why. 

Get ready to bring your soul. 

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Here is a quick guide about what to expect for the week’s festivities:

July 15th

The series of events will begin on Thursday at 7 PM  with a movie screening of the popular 1997 film, B.A.P.S. Attendees are to wear B.A.P.S-themed and 90’s attire and come with the same energy as the cast members of the movie.  At the midtown Malco Studios Theatre, TONE expects to see long nails, expressive clothing, and updos similar to BAPS’ stars, Nisi and Mickey. You can get your tickets here!

July 16th

Everyone knows that a family reunion is not a family reunion without a round or two of spades! As you may know, playing a game of spades is a favorite activity in the Black community, and it’s only right to celebrate the occasion by showing off your skills! Not only will Tone be hosting a broad selection of games, light food, drinks, and deejays at the party at their Orange Mound gallery, but there is a $200 prize involved as well! So be sure to show up and compete for the money AND the bragging rights! To play, sign up here!

July 17th 

Saturday will be the city’s chance to be themselves and show up B.A.P.S and Bridgerton, Gala style! TONE Memphis released amazing visual marketing videos stating that they wanted to see Memphians in grillz and their best gala attire for a night of fashion, music, and plenty of drinks. The June 17 gala begins at 6:30 p.m., and the after-party starts at 9 p.m. and lasts until midnight. The gala and after-party tickets range from $50-$150.

July 18th

Last, but not least, what everybody is waiting for is the Juneteenth Music Festival! Music is our city’s most prized possession, and everyone knows that a city celebration isn’t a celebration for us unless it involves music. With that being said, the festival’s lineup will include some of the city’s best acts such as Memphis Legend, Project Pat, Duke Deuce, and Grammy-nominated producer Hitkidd. Other Memphis creatives on the lineup include Mafia 9, Idi X Teco, Talibah Safiya, The Goddessie, Ashley Ave, and more. This festival will also be a step toward new Memphis history as it will be held in the Orange Mound Tower. While many know that Orange Mound was the first black neighborhood built by black people, a few of Memphis’ greatest creatives came together to make one of its most important landmarks much more than what it once was. TONE’s Co-Founder, Victoria Jones, partnered with Unapologetic’s owner, IMAKEMADBEATS, to get The Orange Mound tower back up and running. The two have plans of making the grand area a space for Black entrepreneurs and creatives to do what they do best. This year’s Tone Juneteenth festival will be the city’s first introduction to the new space and has already drawn a number of natives’ attention. 

With that being said, lots of history is being made in the midst of all the fun and you don’t want to miss out on the city’s biggest Juneteenth weekend.

We hope you got your tickets and we hope to see you there!

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A Community Celebration

The Art For All Festival brings together dozens of organizations from across Shelby County, each showcasing their unique contributions to the local arts and culture landscape. From music and theater to interactive installations and hands-on experiences, attendees will be treated to a diverse array of artistic expressions.

Captivating Activations

Prepare to be amazed by the interactive art gallery presented by TONE, where visitors can immerse themselves in thought-provoking and visually captivating exhibits. The Mini Mobile Metal Museum (M4) will provide forge and foundry demonstrations, allowing attendees to witness the art of metalworking firsthand. Hattiloo Theatre will grace the stage with captivating performances, while Image Builders Memphis will offer dance movement therapy sessions and showcase their talent through mesmerizing dance performances. The world of opera will come alive with enchanting performances by Opera Memphis, leaving audiences spellbound by the power of the human voice. 

The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art will provide interactive art experiences and artmaking opportunities, stimulating creativity and self-expression. There’s even more in store–The Orpheum Theatre and Stax Museum will also contribute to the festivities with their unique art activations!

Unforgettable Experiences

In addition to the artistic showcases, the Art For All Festival offers visitors the chance to explore the fascinating intersections of art and science at MoSH. Attendees can engage in print-making using chemistry, pendulum painting, and animal enthusiasts will have the opportunity to meet an Albino Corn Snake and gain insight into how animals use color and patterns for survival, fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Attendees are also invited to explore MoSH exhibitions including the new “American at the Crossroads: The Guitars and a Changing Nation” and “Grind City Picks: the Music that Made Memphis” for regular price admission. 

A Commitment to Arts and Culture

Mayor Lee Harris emphasizes the importance of art and culture in Shelby County, noting its ability to foster community, collaboration, and inspiration. With the Art For All Festival, the county aims to support and promote the vitality of its arts and culture scene, inviting residents and visitors alike to join in the celebration.

“We’re thrilled to join a lineup of phenomenal arts and culture organizations at Art For All Festival on June 25th,” said Ekundayo Bandele, Hattiloo Theatre CEO & Founder. From Black theatre and art galleries to bilingual art spaces and diverse music, our region’s art and culture organizations create a vibrant place vitally important to bringing our community together, preserving our sense of place, and sharing diverse stories.”

With a diverse range of performances, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly activities, Art For All Festival attendees will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant and enriching world of art. So mark your calendars for June 25th and get ready to celebrate the creative spirit that thrives in Shelby County. For more information and updates, visit 901ArtForAll.com and be a part of this inspiring event that truly offers “Art For All.” Be sure to add the event to your Facebook calendar! 

Art For All

For artists and organizations interested in getting involved, please contact Nykesha.Cole@shelbycountytn.gov. Let’s come together to celebrate the arts and embrace the diverse cultural tapestry that defines Shelby County! 

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Just because Halloween is over doesn’t mean there’s nothing to look forward to until Thanksgiving! November is chock full of fun holidays, and Memphis is the best place to celebrate. (And no, we’re not biased.) Add these dates to your calendar so you can celebrate, give back, or explore the 901 in innovative and exciting ways.

Scented Candle Day – November 1

The days are getting shorter, so be sure to light up your space with a flame and some sweet scents. These local shops hand-make their candles!

• Re+New+All Candle
• Falling Into Place
• Downtown Candle Co.
• Wax Aroma Candles

National Sandwich Day – November 3

Nothing beats a good sandwich, and these spots in town are where you need to go to celebrate this holiday.

• Young Avenue Deli
• Elwood’s Shack
• Sam’s Deli
• Bogies Delicatessen

National Candy Day – November 4

Got a sweet tooth? Then this is your perfect holiday. Stop by one of these candy shops (especially if you’re running low on Halloween leftovers.)

• Sweet Noshings
• Dinstuhl’s Fine Candies
• Beale Sweets Sugar Shack
• Shotwell Candy Co.

Book Lovers Day – November 5

Shop some local bookstores, or visit your local library to celebrate the readers’ favorite holiday!

• Novel
• Burke’s Book Store
• DeMoir Books and Things
• Second Editions Book Store (inside the Memphis Public Library)
• South Main Book Juggler

Election Day – November 8

Midterm elections are here, and if you haven’t early voted, find your local voting spot and be sure to research candidates and amendments on the ballot ahead of time. 

​National Cappuccino Day – November 8

After you’re done voting, battle those chilly November temperatures with a nice, hot cappuccino at one of these local coffee shops!

• Crazy Gander Coffee Company
• Ramblin’ Joe’s Coffee
• Otherlands Coffee Bar
• Comeback Coffee
• Belltower Coffeehouse
• Boycott Coffee

Go to an Art Museum Day – November 9

Memphis is known for its art and culture, so be sure to pop by one of our local art museums on this day.

• Brooks Museum of Art
• Dixon Gallery & Gardens
• Metal Museum
• Art Museum of the University of Memphis

National Vanilla Cupcake Day – November 10

You can’t go wrong with a classic vanilla cupcake, and these bakeries have the best in Memphis!

• Primas Bakery + Boutique
• Frost Bake Shop
• Cupcake Cutie
• Muddy’s Bake Shop
• Sweet LaLa’s Bakery

Children’s Day – November 14

For Children’s Day, why not treat your kids to some educational and explorational fun? Check out these popular spots that let your children learn and have fun, all at once!

• Children’s Museum of Memphis
• Memphis Zoo
• My Big Backyard at Memphis Botanic Garden
• Fire Museum of Memphis
• Woodland Discovery Playground

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day – November 19

Looking to support women-owned businesses in Memphis? We’ve got a whole blog post dedicated to many spots around town you can shop at for this holiday.

Transgender Day of Remembrance – November 20

If you’d like to give back to the LGBTQ+ community during this holiday, check out our blog post we wrote during Pride Month which includes local organizations that can use donations and volunteers.

Go For A Ride Day – November 22

Memphis has so many bicycle paths and trails, so how about going for a ride to celebrate this day?

• Wolf River Trails
• Overton Park Bike Plaza
• Shelby Farms Park
• Nesbit Park Trails

Thanksgiving – November 24

Want to volunteer your time on Thanksgiving? Here are some great ways to give back.

• Mid-South Food Bank
• Memphis Union Mission
• Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association
• St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
• Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County

Black Friday – November 25

Did you know that the day after Thanksgiving is technically Buy Nothing Day? We know the sales and deals are hard to combat, especially when you’ve got to do holiday shopping, so check out some local stores to see if they’re offering any specials! 

Giving Tuesday – November 29

This holiday is a chance to give back, so consider taking this opportunity to pour more love into the community. Here are some local nonprofits you can donate to, but you can also check out our blog post for Black History Month for more.

• Merge Memphis
• Just City
• Clean Memphis
• Homes for Hearts
• Advance Memphis
• Make-A-Wish Mid-South

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Whether you’re a fan of pumpkin spice or spooky pumpkin carvings, chances are you’re pretty stoked about fall in Memphis. There are so many exciting events and occasions happening this season, your biggest problem may be choosing which ones. Luckily for you, we gathered some of the most popular options (and maybe a few lesser-knowns) so that you don’t have to search for them all yourself. Here are some fun fall activities you can do in the 901!

Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches

The Mid-South Maze – Cordova

Jones Orchard – Millington

Priddy Farms – Arlington

Menagerie Farm – Collierville 

Tom’s Farm – Rossville

Midtown Nursery – Midtown

Haunted Houses

Wicked Ways Haunted House – select nights in the month of October

Haunted Web of Horrors – select nights in the month of October

Outdoor Fun

Twilight Thursdays at Memphis Botanic Garden – every Thursday in October

Haunted Hay Ride of Terror at Shelby Farms – October 7, 8, 22, 28, 29

Frights at Height at Shelby Farms – October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Agricenter Harvest Festival – October 15

Family-Friendly Halloween Happenings

Zoo Boo at Memphis Zoo – select nights October 14 through 31

Farm Park Halloween BOO-looza – October 22

Halloween Spooktacular at Children’s Museum of Memphis – October 22

Halloween Campfire Storytelling: Marshmallows and Mayhem at Fuller Park – October 28

Halloween Hike at Memphis Botanic Garden – October 29

Adults-Only Halloween Events

Zootoberfest – Memphis Zoo, every Sat. and Sun. in Oct.

Alice’s Ales at Memphis Botanic Garden – October 7

18th Century Masquerade Ball at the Children’s Museum of Memphis – October 15

Cryptid Tails Halloween Burlesque Show – October 21

Memphis Funk, Halloween Costume Party at Lichterman Nature Center – October 21

8th Annual Memphis Monster Mash – October 22

Halloween Bar Crawl – October 29

Fright Night – Collage Dance – October 29

FOTCAS Howl-O-Ween Costume Pawty at Grind City Brewing – October 30

Festivals and Arts

Monster Market 2022 will be open online October 3 through 31st – Marshall Arts

Memphis Food and Wine Festival at the Memphis Botanic Garden – October 15

Memphis Brew Fest at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium – October 15

River Arts Fest – October 22-23

Día de los Muertos Parade and Festival at Brooks Museum – October 28

Ballet Memphis’ Dracula – October 28-30

Halloween Midtown Con – October 29

Trivia Nights and Movies

Fright-ober at Crosstown – select nights in October

Hocus Pocus Trivia at Railgarten – October 12

Hocus Pocus Trivia at The Liquor Store – October 26

Friday Flicks at Carriage Crossing: Hocus Pocus Oct. 28

Spooky Tours

Backbeat Tours’ Memphis Ghost Tour

Historical Haunts Memphis

Woodruff-Fontaine Museum Tour

Earnestine and Hazel’s

Orpheum Theatre

Elmwood Cemetery’s From the Beyond: Ghosts, Spiritualism, and Cemeteries – October 30

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After years of talking about Juneteenth, last year, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law on June 17, 2021, recognizing Juneteenth as an official federal holiday after the House passed legislation that establishes June 19th as Juneteenth National Independence Day.

Juneteenth celebrates the commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It is a day, a week, and in some areas, a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics and family gatherings. It is a time for reflection and rejoicing. It is a time for assessment, self-improvement and for planning the future.

With cookouts, festivals, concerts, exhibits and more it’s a celebration for all to celebrate and learn more about why Juneteenth is so special. The holiday is quickly approaching and here are a couple of events you can add to your calendar and ways to commemorate the day.

Attend a Celebration!

• Honoring the United States Colored Troops 29th Annual Juneteenth Festival at Douglass Park is a three-day event, starting on Friday, June 17th and wrapping up on Sunday June 19th.

Friday is Kids and Seniors Day, which will include a fashion show and history museum from 9am-1pm, a petting zoo from 10am-1pm, and a tribute to comedian Stephon Smith from 4pm-7pm. Morning yoga, chair massages, face painting, swimming, senior bingo, kid’s games, children’s book readings and much more fun!

Saturday is Main Stage Day. Which will include a long list of performances and activities. The headliner is Phoenix Star and they’ll be gracing the stage at 6pm. FAYRO, Miss Joyce, the Soul Outsiders Band, Forever Jay, F.O.E. and many more acts.

Sunday is Tribute & Honors Day. An art auction begins at 2pm, followed by a Flag Raising Ceremony and Allen Conner’s – Father’s Day Tribute at 6pm.

Juneteenth Poetry Slam presents Rhymes on the River on June 17th at 7pm at Fourth Bluff Park- Downtown. This event is free and open to the public. Come out and enjoy poetry and spoken word from some of the best poets in the city, while enjoying the view of The Mighty Mississippi.

• The Memphis Grizzlies are hosting The Juneteenth Freedom Festival on June 18th. 

The Memphis Juneteenth Festival is held each year in Memphis for a fun-filled weekend.  You can expect electric music, entertainment, vendors, activities for seniors, kids and more.

• Orange Mound Tower: Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival

Tone champions black art and culture in Memphis.

Duke Deuce will be headlining the festival, along with artists like Producer Hitkidd and Singer Talibah Safiya. Celebrate Juneteenth at the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Music    Festival with live music, vendors and more. It starts at 5pm-11pm at The Orange Mound Tower, 2205 Lamar Ave. 

Buy from Black-Owned Businesses!

• Cynthia Daniels presents Juneteenth Shop Black Festival at The Pipkin Building.

On Sunday, June 19th, enjoy a day of shopping with 100 black-owned businesses indoors and live performances from Gerald Richardson, Carmen Hicks and Courtney Little.

• Participate in Whitehaven’s Black Restaurant Week

The theme for the week is “Spend with Intent” and that’s the perfect mindset to have when shopping/dining around town. Click this link to learn more!

Show Up and Show Out!

• Memphis Juneteenth presents the Greek Yard Show on Saturday, June 18th @ 6PM at Health Sciences Park.  

Come and represent the Founders of your Fraternity/Sorority. Wear your colors and paraphernalia and be a part of history with the Memphis Juneteenth Greek life experience. Calling all old school & new school greeks to show up and stroll. 

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Memphis is the mecca for black history and the fight for freedom in America. Juneteenth marks the very end of slavery in the United States. It commemorates the date of June 19, 1865, when the last African-American slaves held in Confederate states were finally freed by the Union army.

Celebrate Juneteenth in the 901 this weekend by supporting the listed events. These festivities serve as a safe space to exist in the fullest expression of yourself, as human, free and worthy of  the joy of  liberation.

Memphis Juneteenth Family Reunion

June 19th at 5:00 pm 

TONE in partnership with We Are Unapologetic has curated a night of musical performances, food trucks, games, and more, all to celebrate the legacy and freedom of those who came before us. The Family Reunion is to sew the seeds of possibility into our community through purposeful and thoughtful interactions in a creative atmosphere. We hope to see you there!

The Memphis Juneteenth Festival

June 18 – 19 at 10:00am

The Memphis Juneteenth Festival (The Juneteenth Urban Music Festival) is moving from the historic Robert R. Church Park on Beale Street to Health Sciences Park, where the slave trader, founder of the Ku Klux Klan and confederate general Nathan Bedford Forrest and his wife were buried. This year’s festival will be observed June 18 and 19 and will feature live music, a car show, a kids zone, freedom run and walk, and so much more.

Inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Ride

June 19th at 8:00 am

Major Taylor Memphis along with Memphis River Parks Partnership presents the Inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Ride. They offer multiple routes/distances of 23, 44 & 63 miles with supported SAG stops. The mission of the Major Taylor Memphis cycling club is to promote a healthy lifestyle, sense of community and local partnership through various levels of cycling. Taylor who in 1899 became the first African American World champion cyclist MTM is dedicated to making each ride a safe, fun and enjoyable learning experience. Click here for more!

Juneteenth : A Celebration and A Conversation

June 19th at 10:00am

The LeMoyne-Owen College National Alumni Association is planning a celebration for Juneteenth! They will jump-start the morning with the inaugural Magician’s Ride Bike-A-Thon, followed by a day filled with food, a health fair, a symposium, a re-enactment, and give-a-ways. Click here for more info!

The Juneteenth Shop Black Festival

June 19th at 11:00 am

For the 2nd year, this festival will celebrate black excellence with food trucks/vendors, live entertainment, vendors from all over the city, and fun for the entire family. The Juneteenth Shop Black Festival will be held downtown at Fourth Bluff Park– Block Party style. COVID 19 guidelines will be followed to ensure everyone’s safety. This will be a free event starting at 11:00am until 6:00pm. The list of local businesses includes Pop’s Kernel, Lennox Watches, Chef Tam’s Underground Café and more. 

For more information on Juneteenth Shop Black Festival, click here!

Shop Black Memphis

June 19th at 1:00pm

Shop Black Memphis is a celebration of black small business owners. Our goal is to provide opportunities and resources for Black Owned Businesses to increase visibility and revenue. This is a celebration of Juneteenth and Black owned entrepreneurs and small businesses. This event will showcase a variety of businesses and their products in an outdoor market atmosphere that is free and open to the public. It is an opportunity to purchase unique, exclusive items from local vendors and support the local community. Click here for more info!

 Memphis Vegan Festival

June 20th at 11:00 am

As more Memphians are choosing plant-based lifestyles, Cynthia Daniels & Co. launches The Memphis Vegan Festival. The festival will feature a fun experience around healthy food.  Memphis Vegan Festival will be a free event held downtown at Fourth Bluff Park, 12:00pm 5:00pm. Patrons can look forward to a day full of vegan food, live entertainment, and a  marketplace featuring local businesses, plant-based health & beauty products, clothing and  accessories. COVID-19 guidelines will be followed to ensure everyone’s safety. The list of local  businesses includes Speed Vegan Magic Food Bus, The Vegan Mom, Shroomlicious Meals, Guilt Free Pastries and more. 

For more information on Memphis Vegan Festival, click here! 

Other Juneteenth Festivities:

Juneteenth at Butteriffic Bakery & Café at Butteriffic Bakery & Cafe

Juneteenth Celebration at Craft Axe Throwing

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Love good music, good food, and the finest Tennessee Spirits? Then you don’t want to miss this festival!

Spirits & Soul is a 2-Day Festival that brings the Tennessee Whiskey Trail to downtown Memphis, TN as part of the kick-off to the city’s Bicentennial Celebration, A New Century of Soul. April 25-27, Distillers from around the state will join artist, tastemakers and local businesses of South Main Historic Arts District for a weekend of good music, good food, and the finest Tennessee Spirits.

Ultimate Whiskey Sipping Experience

This is your chance to Share A Sip with local distillers from around Tennessee. Some distilleries you will have heard of, others that are new to the scene, and with a Spirits & Soul Festival Pass you have access to all of them. Friday, April 26 is your chance to access samples plus rare bottles for purchase you can only get at Spirits & Soul Fest. Saturday enjoy a Block Party with handmade cocktails made just for The Festival. Tell your friends to meet you in Memphis, your ultimate whiskey sipping experience awaits.

DAY 1 | FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Trolley Night (6-9pm)

A traditional South Main Trolley Night will be transformed into a downtown Memphis civic fair by pairing Distillers from the TN Whiskey Trail with storefronts in Memphis’ Historic Arts District. From 6-9pm, walk down South Main Historic Arts District while enjoying samples of local spirits from across Tennessee, live music, food trucks, and a new century of downtown Memphis Soul. Spirits & Soul Trolley Night is free to the public. Spirits sampling is limited by the purchase of your 1-Day or 2-Day Spirits & Soul Festival Pass.

Amenities Include:

• Access to distiller’s from across the state.
• Access to samples from TN made spirits.
• Access to purchase rare bottles of TN spirits that are hard to come by. (Friday Night offering only)
• Access to local tastemakers and artists.
• Access to regional favorite food trucks.
• Experience South Main Historic Arts District like never before.
• Free Live Memphis Music.

DAY 2 | SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Block Party (12-5pm)

Continuing our TN Whiskey Trail launch and pre-Memphis Bicentennial celebration, Old Dominick is hosting a Spirits & Soul Block Party from 12-5pm located just South of The Distillery. Enjoy handmade cocktails from each distillery across the state, regional favorite food trucks, and live music. Spirits & Soul Block Party is a ticketed event and cocktail samples are limited by the purchase of your 1-Day or 2-Day Spirits & Soul Festival Pass.

Amenities Include:

• Access to distiller’s from across the state.
• *Access to handmade cocktails from each distillery across the state.* (Saturday offering only)
• Access to local tastemakers and artists.
• Access to regional favorite food trucks.
• Free Live Memphis Music.

Sound like fun? Of course it does!

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Memphis Black Restaurant Week Sets Dates

This year’s week is March 5 through March 11. For those curious about exploring the restaurant culture of Memphis, it represents a roadmap through some of the most revered establishments in town.

Daniels created Memphis Black Restaurant Week after discussion with local black-owned restaurants seemed to point towards one thing. While many enjoyed a good word-of-mouth reputation around town, they lacked the marketing resources and acumen to really effectively market their business.

To that end, Daniels perceived a need. By themselves, they couldn’t invest much in marketing to really call attention to themselves. Together, however, their shared resources allowed them to more aggressively market themselves collectively under the Black Restaurant Week banner.

2018 Lineup

• HM Dessert Lounge
• The Office Uptown
• Scoops Parlor
• Two Vegan Sisters
• Chef Tam’s Underground Cafe
• G Alston
• Lenny ‘s Subs
• Slice of Soul Pizza Lounge
• Laura’s Kitchen
• A&R BBQ
• The Waffle Iron

Making a Difference for the Memphis Community

In its maiden voyage, Daniels didn’t expect a big financial gain from her efforts, instead simply focusing on teaching the business owners how to manage their marketing budgets most effectively. To her surprise, it was a huge success, increasing profits for the restaurants a total of $85k for the week. The restaurants involved this year will again enjoy a great level of exposure, and for those new restaurants, it will represent a chance to make a good first impression. All told, Daniels’ Black Restaurant Week has featured 22 restaurants and accounted for an increase in sales of $260k for those participating, and most importantly, the creation of 90 new jobs.

For more information on Memphis Black Restaurant Week, check this out!

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