PETS & ANIMALS

August 8 — Memphis Animal Services — Saturday Pet Adoption Event — PetSmart Wolfchase, 2805 Wolfcreek Parkway, Memphis, TN 38133; 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; Memphis Animal Services brings adoptable pets to the store every Saturday for visitors to meet and potentially adopt; available animals are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, and adoption fees and eligibility requirements apply.

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August 6 — Memphis Zoo — Farm Chat — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; 11:30 a.m.; educational presentation introducing visitors to animals and activity in the zoo’s farm area; included with regular zoo admission.

August 6–9 and August 11–12 — Memphis Animal Services — Shelter Pet Adoptions — Memphis Animal Services, 2350 Appling City Cove, Memphis, TN 38133; dogs, cats and rabbits are available for adoption during the shelter’s public adoption hours; adopted animals are microchipped and adoption fees vary by animal.

August 11 — Memphis Zoo — Tennessee Tuesday — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; 9 a.m. to close; Tennessee residents receive free zoo admission, but every visitor must reserve admission in advance, with reservations limited to six tickets; parking and separately priced attractions are not included.

August 6–9 and August 11–12 — Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County — Humane Society Dog and Cat Adoptions — 935 Farm Road, Memphis, TN 38134; Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday 1–5 p.m.; visitors may meet adoptable dogs and cats, with adoption fees generally ranging from $100 to $250; applications and adoption approval are required.

August 6–12 — Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County — Doggy Day Out — Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County, 935 Farm Road, Memphis, TN 38134; available by advance application and scheduling; approved participants may take a shelter dog on a daytime outing to Shelby Farms, a coffee shop, a dog-friendly restaurant or another approved location before returning the animal; contact the foster program for availability.

August 6–12 — Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County — Pet Foster Program — Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County, 935 Farm Road, Memphis, TN 38134; applications accepted throughout the week for temporary dog and cat fostering; the Humane Society supplies food, equipment and veterinary care, while approved fosters provide transportation, daily care and a safe temporary home.

August 6–12 — Collierville Animal Services — Collierville Shelter Adoption Appointments — Collierville Animal Shelter, 603 E. South St., Collierville, TN 38017; one-hour adoption appointments are available through Animal Services; the $50 adoption fee includes core vaccinations, spaying or neutering, a veterinary examination and microchipping.

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August 6–12 — Memphis Zoo — Daily Animal Encounters and Keeper Programs — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; programs and presentations are scheduled throughout the day and may vary by date, weather and animal availability; most are included with zoo admission.

August 6–12 — Memphis Zoo — Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation Splash Park — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; weekday sessions 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 1:30–4:30 p.m., with weekend sessions 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. and 2–5:30 p.m.; $8 for zoo members or $10 for nonmembers, in addition to general zoo admission.

August 6–12 — Memphis Zoo — Zoomazing Race: Predator vs. Predator Zip Lines — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; operating hours and availability vary; guests race on dual zip lines themed around grizzly bears and tigers; separately priced attraction in addition to zoo admission.

August 6–12 — Memphis Zoo — Giraffe Feeding Deck — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112; weekday hours generally 10 a.m.–4 p.m., with final admission at 3:45 p.m.; access and feeding opportunities are subject to animal and weather conditions and may require an additional charge.

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August 1 — Streetdog Foundation — Streetdog Foundation Summer Splash — Loflin Yard, 7 W. Carolina Ave., Memphis; noon–4 p.m.; $25 donation for adults, available in advance or at the door; children and dogs admitted free. Dog splash pads, pools, pup cups, raffle baskets and a silent auction; $5 drink specials.

August 1 — Memphis Zoo — Hippo Chat — Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis; 10:30 a.m.; included with regular zoo admission. Visitor should check the zoo’s ticket page for current admission, parking and entry information.

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July 18 — Memphis Animal Services — Pet Adoption Event — 2805 Wolfcreek Parkway; 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; adoptable animals available; contact the shelter for adoption fees and requirements.

July 18 — Memphis Zoo — Penguin Feeding — 2000 Prentiss Place; 3 p.m.; included with regular zoo admission.

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July 16–22 — Memphis Zoo — Daily Animal Keeper Chats and Feedings — 2000 Prentiss Place; scheduled activities include reptile, hippo and polar-bear chats, sea-lion shows, tropical-bird feedings and aquarium programs; included with zoo admission.

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ART, CULTURE & COOKING

August 7 — Germantown Performing Arts Center — Happy Friday: Josh Threlkeld Featuring Victor Sawyer — The Grove at GPAC, 1801 Exeter Road, Germantown, TN 38138; 5–8 p.m.; outdoor music, audience participation, food trucks and beverages available for purchase; free admission and no ticket required. Outside beverages, pets, glass, weapons, smoking, vaping and several other items are prohibited.

August 7 — Crosstown Arts — Sunny Side New Orleans Jazz Band — The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN 38104; doors 7 p.m., performance 7:30–10 p.m.; $22 in advance plus fees or $27 at the door; tickets should be purchased through the official venue.

August 8 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Taijiquan with Milan Vigil — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; 10:30–11:30 a.m.; guided taijiquan program open to the public; free.

August 8 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Project Grow — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; 1–3 p.m.; all-ages art and garden program; free.

August 8 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Vegas Nights — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; stage production celebrating Elvis Presley’s Las Vegas residencies, featuring Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist winners Cote Deonath, Pat Dunn, Jimmy Holmes and Dwight Icenhower with the EAS Band; paid ticket required.

August 9 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Bingo — Jungle Room Bar at Graceland, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 3–5 p.m.; free, drop-in Elvis Week fan event.

August 9 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; qualifying tribute artists from around the world compete for advancement to the final round; paid ticket required.

August 9 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Down in the Jungle Room — Graceland Mansion, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 10 p.m.; intimate after-hours mansion program with Norbert Putnam, Mike Moran, Larry Strickland and Graceland archives staff; $800 per person, limited to two tickets per buyer and very limited capacity.

August 10 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis: Hollywood Hits Live — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; concert featuring music associated with Elvis Presley’s film career; paid ticket required.

August 11 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Mini Masters — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; 10:30–11:15 a.m.; art-making and gallery program designed for children ages 2–4 with an accompanying adult; free.

August 11 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Studio Courses with Creative Aging: Fabric Collage with Cari Harris — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; 1–3 p.m.; creative-aging art class for adults 65 and older; free, with participation subject to available space.

August 11 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Final Round — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; the 10 advancing tribute artists compete for the 2026 title and a $20,000 first-place prize; paid ticket required.

August 11 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Karaoke — Jungle Room Bar at Graceland, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 3–5 p.m.; free Elvis Week karaoke program open to fans.

August 12 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Munch and Learn: Crafting a Vision—Building a Boutique Brewery in Memphis — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; noon–1 p.m.; Cooper House Project owner Travis Wiseman discusses small-batch brewing, historic beer styles and building a neighborhood brewery; free, and guests may bring lunch from Park and Cherry.

August 12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Presley Pop Art with Kelsey — Jungle Room Bar at Graceland, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 3 p.m.; Elvis-inspired collage and mixed-media workshop led by artist Kelsey Adrienne; $48, with limited availability.

August 12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Unplugged & Amplified — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; evening performance; Elvis Week concert combining music, stories and acoustic and full-band performances; paid ticket required, with some premium package seating sold out.

ONGOING

August 6–12 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens — Debbie Likley Pacheco: Living in Layers; Café Society: Art and Sociability in Paris, 1855–1914; and Made in Dixon | Hecho en Dixon — Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN 38117; Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 1–5 p.m., closed Monday; free admission.

August 6–12 — Crosstown Arts — Summer Exhibitions — Crosstown Arts Galleries, 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN 38104; gallery hours vary; exhibitions include work by Barbara Penn, George Edward Walker and Romain Collin with filmmaker Matthew Palmer; free admission.

August 8–12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Week 2026 — Graceland and The Guest House at Graceland, 3717 and 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; concerts, tribute competitions, workshops, exhibits, fan gatherings and mansion programs continue through August 16; individual-event prices and package requirements vary, and the Platinum Package is sold out.

August 9–12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Free Meditation Garden Walk-Ups — Graceland, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; free morning walk-ups 7:30–8:30 a.m.; an additional free evening period is scheduled August 11 from 6:30–8 p.m.; guests must leave the mansion grounds before tours begin, and times may change.

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July 30 — Memphis Public Libraries — Crafternoon — Officer Geoffrey Redd Library, 5100 Poplar Ave., Memphis; 1–4 p.m.; free.

July 31 — Orpheum Theatre Group — SUFFS — Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis; 7:30 p.m.; tickets approximately $62.20–$162.20. Running time is about 2 hours, 30 minutes, including intermission; recommended for ages 10 and older.

July 31 — Memphis Public Libraries — Introduction to 3D Printing: From Digital to Physical Art — Cossitt Library, 33 S. Front St., Memphis; 11 a.m.–1 p.m.; free; registration may be required.

July 31 — Orpheum Theatre — SUFFS — Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis; 7:30 p.m.; tickets $62.20–$162.20; approximate running time 2 hours, 30 minutes, including intermission; recommended for ages 10 and older.

August 1 — Orpheum Theatre Group — SUFFS — Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; tickets approximately $62.20–$162.20. Running time is about 2 hours, 30 minutes, including intermission; recommended for ages 10 and older.

August 1 — Crosstown Arts — Four on the Floor featuring Cyrena Wages, Granville Automatic, Erin Webb and Caleb Elliott — The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis; doors 7 p.m., show 7:30–9:30 p.m.; $25 advance plus fees, $35 at the door. Tickets are available through the official Crosstown Arts event calendar.

August 2 — Orpheum Theatre Group — SUFFS — Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis; 1 p.m.; tickets approximately $62.20–$162.20. Running time is about 2 hours, 30 minutes, including intermission; recommended for ages 10 and older.

August 2 — Crosstown Arts — Sean Murphy: Sound Meditation Journey — The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis; doors 5:30 p.m., program 6–8 p.m.; $18 advance plus fees, $22 at the door. Tickets are available through the official Crosstown Arts event calendar.

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July 16 — Museum of Science & History — Free Third Thursday — Pink Palace Museum and Mansion, 3050 Central Ave.; 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; free general admission; theater, planetarium and Brick Dinos additions available for $5 each.

July 16 — Chicken Salad Chick — National Chicken Salad Day — 4562 Poplar Ave., Suite 111; 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; promotional food event; participation details available from the restaurant.

July 16 — Dixon Gallery & Gardens and Memphis Public Libraries — Art to Grow — Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave.; 2–3 p.m.; children’s art program; free.

July 16 — Memphis Public Libraries — Silent Book Club at Sugar Ghost — Sugar Ghost, 2615 Broad Ave.; 5:30–7:30 p.m.; quiet reading and social gathering for adults; free.

July 18 — Memphis Planner Community — July Memphis Planner and Stationery Meet-Up — McAlister’s Deli, 7990 Trinity Road; 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; planner and stationery gathering; registration details at the event link.

July 18 — House of Henkel — Wine Society Launch and Membership Celebration — Guest House at Graceland, 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd.; 5–9 p.m.; wine, food and music; ticketed.

ONGOING

July 16–22 — Memphis Brooks Museum of Art — Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy — 1934 Poplar Ave.; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on scheduled museum days; exhibition examining the history and influence of Memphis College of Art; museum admission applies.

July 16–22 — Memphis Botanic Garden — Summer Vibes: A Selection of Color and Creativity — 750 Cherry Road; 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; rotating visual-art exhibition; admission free and artworks available for purchase.

July 16–22 — Memphis Brooks Museum of Art — Café Society: Art and Sociability in Paris, 1855–1914 — 1934 Poplar Ave.; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on scheduled museum days; museum admission applies.

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CHURCH & RELIGION

August 6 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Baguette Brothers Bible Study — Barth House Episcopal Center, 409 Patterson St., Memphis, TN 38111; 8–9 a.m.; men’s discussion of the Gospel reading for the coming Sunday; free and open to participants.

August 6 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Gleanings: Liturgies of the Wild — online through Calvary Episcopal Church; noon–1 p.m.; weekly discussion of Martin Shaw’s book Liturgies of the Wild; free online program.

August 8 — Redeemer Presbyterian Church and World Relief Memphis — Coffee and Conversation — Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 651 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104; 10–11 a.m.; English-conversation practice connecting immigrants and refugees with local volunteers; free, with advance volunteer registration or training required for some roles.

August 9 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Seeking God Together: Intergenerational Bible Study — Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St., Memphis, TN 38103; 9:15–10:15 a.m.; summer Bible study for children, youth, families and adults; free and no advance homework required.

August 9 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Children’s Chapel — Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St., Memphis, TN 38103; 10:30–11 a.m.; interactive Liturgy of the Word for children in junior kindergarten through second grade during the principal Sunday service; free.

August 9 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Parish Breakfast — Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St., Memphis, TN 38103; 8:45–9:45 a.m.; Sunday breakfast with eggs, grits, bacon, sausage, biscuits, coffee and juice; $5.

August 9 — Redeemer Presbyterian Church — Question and Response — Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 651 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104; 12:15–12:45 p.m.; attendees may submit anonymous questions for a pastor to address after worship; free.

August 9 — St. Thérèse–Little Flower Catholic Church — Sunday Latin Mass — 1644 Jackson Ave., Memphis, TN 38107; 8:15–9:15 a.m.; public Mass celebrated in Latin; free, with voluntary offerings accepted.

August 9 — St. Thérèse–Little Flower Catholic Church — Sunday English Mass — 1644 Jackson Ave., Memphis, TN 38107; 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.; public Sunday Mass in English; free, with voluntary offerings accepted.

August 11 — St. Thérèse–Little Flower Catholic Church — Daily Mass — 1644 Jackson Ave., Memphis, TN 38107; 5:30–6 p.m.; weekday Catholic Mass open to the public; free.

August 12 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Holy Eucharist with Prayers for Healing — Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St., Memphis, TN 38103; noon–12:30 p.m.; weekday chapel service with Communion and prayers for healing; free and open to all.

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August 4 — Faith Community Church-Memphis — Women’s Ministry — 1444 E. Shelby Drive, Suite 413, Memphis; 10–11:30 a.m.; women’s ministry gathering led by Minister Chana Harris; cost not listed.

ONGOING

July 31 — Church of the Holy Communion — Men’s Bible Study — 4645 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis; 7–8 a.m.; weekly study of the coming Sunday’s scripture readings in Room 301; free.

August 1 — Church of the Holy Communion — Centering Prayer — 4645 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis; 9–11:15 a.m.; coffee and conversation, two periods of centering prayer, a silent break and access to the parish-hall labyrinth; free.

August 1–2 — Catholic Diocese of Memphis — Organ Crawl at St. Peter’s — St. Peter Catholic Church, Memphis; Saturday 6 p.m. through Sunday noon; demonstration and exploration of the church’s pipe organ; admission details not listed on the diocesan calendar.

August 2 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Seeking God Together: Intergenerational Bible Study — 102 N. Second St., Memphis; 9:15–10:15 a.m.; all-ages summer Bible study during the formation hour; free.

August 2 — Calvary Episcopal Church — Children’s Chapel — 102 N. Second St., Memphis; 10:30–11 a.m.; chapel program for young children during worship; free.

August 2 — Hope Church — Women’s Sunday Morning Bible Study — Hope Church, Memphis; 9:30–10:30 a.m.; Bible study for women of all ages and stages; free.

August 2 — Faith Community Church-Memphis — Faith Kids — 1444 E. Shelby Drive, Suite 413, Memphis; 10–11:30 a.m.; Sunday children’s ministry; free.

August 5 — Faith Community Church-Memphis — Wednesday Night Prayer of Agreement — 1444 E. Shelby Drive, Suite 413, Memphis; 6:45–7:50 p.m.; midweek prayer gathering; free.

August 5 — Faith Community Church-Memphis — The Successful Family Mid-Week Family Night — 1444 E. Shelby Drive, Suite 413, Memphis; 6:45–7:50 p.m.; family-focused midweek church program; free.

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July 16 — Divine Life Memphis — Discipleship Gathering — Memphis; 6:30–8 p.m.; church discipleship program; registration or attendance details available from the church.

July 22 — Church of the Holy Communion — Family Cookout — 4645 Walnut Grove Road; 6–8 p.m.; church and community fellowship event; contact the church for food or registration details.

July 22 — Divine Life Memphis — Wednesday Sanctuary Gathering — Memphis; 7–8:30 p.m.; worship and ministry gathering; cost not listed.

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POLITICS

August 6 — Shelby County Election Commission — Shelby County General Election and State and Federal Primary — assigned Election Day precincts throughout Shelby County; polls open 7 a.m.–7 p.m.; voters decide the county mayor, sheriff, county clerk, court clerks, assessor, County Commission and school-board seats, along with state and federal primary contests; government-issued Tennessee or federal photo identification is required.

August 6 — Memphis Public Libraries — Informed Voter Election Guide — available online throughout Election Day; free nonpartisan guide linking voters to candidates’ official campaign sites, district information, sample ballots, precinct tools and election requirements.

August 6 — City of Memphis — Transportation Commission Meeting — City of Memphis public meeting; 11 a.m.; open to the public at no charge; attendees should consult the final city agenda for the meeting room, virtual-access information and any schedule change.

August 11 — City of Memphis — CCRFC Meeting — 114 N. Main St., Memphis, TN 38103, with virtual-access information provided by the city; 9 a.m.; open public meeting with no admission charge; verify the final agenda before attending.

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August 4 — City of Memphis — Memphis City Council Board Meeting — City Council Chambers, 125 N. Main St., Memphis; 4 p.m.; open public meeting; no admission charge. Check the official city calendar for the agenda and any access or participation instructions.

August 5 — Memphis Light, Gas and Water — MLGW Board Meeting — 220 S. Main St., fifth floor, Memphis; 8:30 a.m.; open public meeting; no admission charge.

August 5 — City of Memphis — Alcohol Commission Meeting — Memphis; 9 a.m.; open public meeting; no admission charge. Filing deadline information and meeting details are posted on the official city calendar.

August 5 — City of Memphis — Board of Ethics Meeting — Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Meeting Room A, 3030 Poplar Ave., Memphis; 10:15–11:30 a.m.; open public meeting; no admission charge.

August 5 — Downtown Memphis Commission — Design Review Board Meeting — virtual meeting; 4 p.m.; open public meeting; no admission charge. Access information is provided through the official city calendar.

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July 16 — Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority — Airport Authority Board Meeting — Memphis International Airport; 8 a.m.; public board meeting; verify meeting room and participation information before attending.

July 22 — Memphis Convention Center Commission — MCCC Board Meeting — Memphis; 3 p.m.; public-board meeting; location and agenda available through the city event notice.

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ENTERTAINMENT

August 7 — Germantown Performing Arts Center — Happy Friday: Josh Threlkeld Featuring Victor Sawyer — The Grove at GPAC, 1801 Exeter Road, Germantown, TN 38138; 5–8 p.m.; family-friendly outdoor music, audience participation, food trucks and a cash bar; free and no ticket required.

August 7 — Crosstown Arts — Sunny Side New Orleans Jazz Band — The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN 38104; doors 7 p.m., show 7:30–10 p.m.; $22 in advance plus fees or $27 at the door.

August 8 — Orpheum Theatre Group — Grasa100: Old Folks Tour — Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main St., Memphis, TN 38103; 8 p.m.; ticketed live comedy and entertainment program; prices vary by seating.

August 8 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Vegas Nights — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; production recreating music and showmanship from Elvis Presley’s Las Vegas years; paid ticket required.

August 9 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; international tribute performers compete for places in the final; paid ticket required.

August 10 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis: Hollywood Hits Live — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; live concert featuring music from Elvis Presley’s motion-picture career; paid ticket required.

August 11 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Final Round — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; 7 p.m.; finalists compete for Graceland’s official 2026 Ultimate Elvis title; paid ticket required.

August 12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Unplugged & Amplified — Graceland Soundstage, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; evening concert; paid admission required, and premium seating included in the sold-out Platinum Package.

ONGOING

August 8–9 — Overton Park Shell and Memphis Artists For A Change — Memphis Black Family Reunion — West Mallory Avenue, Memphis, TN 38106; Saturday 11 a.m. through Sunday 8 p.m.; two-day celebration with live performances, children’s activities, picnic areas, community conversations, civic engagement programs and a local market; free.

August 8–12 — Elvis Presley’s Graceland — Elvis Week 2026 — Graceland campus, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116; daily concerts, tribute contests, parties, workshops and fan programs; prices and ticket requirements vary by event.

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July 30 — Memphis River Parks Partnership — Sunset Skate — Tom Lee Park/Riverside Drive, Memphis; 6–9 p.m.; free. Skate night with music, dance instruction and limited free skate rentals available first come, first served. Participants are encouraged to bring protective gear.

July 31 — Ducks Unlimited — Ducks Unlimited Expo — Renasant Convention Center, 255 N. Main St., Memphis; noon–6 p.m.; ticketed event. Free convention-center garage parking is available first come, first served; dogs are not permitted.

July 31 — Disability Connection — Access Awards Benefit: Claiming Our Space — Memphis; event time, venue and ticket information are available through the official Greater Memphis Chamber event listing. Verify final purchase and attendance details before publication.

August 1 — Ducks Unlimited — Ducks Unlimited Expo — Renasant Convention Center, 255 N. Main St., Memphis; 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; ticketed event. Free convention-center garage parking is available first come, first served; dogs are not permitted.

August 2 — Ducks Unlimited — Ducks Unlimited Expo — Renasant Convention Center, 255 N. Main St., Memphis; 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; ticketed event. Free convention-center garage parking is available first come, first served; dogs are not permitted.

August 2 — Memphis Filling Station Brewing Co. — Sunday Trivia at MFS Brewing — Memphis; event hours and participation details are listed through the official Greater Memphis Chamber calendar; check the business or Chamber listing for final details.

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July 16 — Memphis Botanic Garden — Live at the Garden: Little Big Town — Radians Amphitheater, 750 Cherry Road; gates 5:30 p.m., concert 8 p.m.; lawn seating; tickets approximately $70.

July 16 — The Peabody Memphis — Peabody Rooftop Party — 149 Union Ave.; 6–10 p.m.; ages 21 and older; general admission $15, VIP $40.

July 17 — FedExForum — Dude Perfect: Squad Games Tour — 191 Beale St.; time and ticket prices vary by seating; family-oriented live show.

July 17 — Flyway Brewing Memphis — Wagoneer, Livid Noise and Fugative Droid — 598 Monroe Ave.; 8 p.m.–midnight; $10 cover at the door.

July 18 — New Daisy Theatre — Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy — 328 Beale St.; 8–9:30 p.m.; theatrical cocktail experience based on Poe’s stories; ticketed.

July 18 — Rumba Room Memphis — Third Saturday Swing — Memphis; 7–9:30 p.m.; swing-dance event; admission details available from the venue.

ONGOING

July 17–19 — Renasant Convention Center — Memphis TCG Con — 255 N. Main St.; trading-card tournaments, vendors, special guests and collector activities; ticketed.

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SPORTS

August 6 — Memphis Redbirds — Thursday Promotions: Redbirds vs. Nashville Sounds — AutoZone Park, 200 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38103; first pitch 6:45 p.m.; Thursday promotional offers are available during the game, with eligibility and purchase restrictions listed by the club; paid game ticket required.

August 7 — Memphis Redbirds — Friday Night Redbirds Baseball — AutoZone Park, 200 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38103; first pitch 7:05 p.m.; second qualifying game of the weekly listing period against Nashville; paid ticket required.

August 8 — Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry — Summer Fun Run 5K and Kids’ Dash — Hyde Lake Pavilion at Shelby Farms Park, 6903 Great View Drive North, Memphis, TN 38134; check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. and the race starts at 9 a.m.; family-friendly timed 5K benefiting Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry and its work providing diapers to families in need, with runners, walkers and strollers welcome; registration includes chip timing, live results, post-race refreshments and a finisher medal for the first 200 finishers, while the children’s event includes a short run, games and other activities; registration fee varies by event selection, and participants are encouraged to bring a diaper donation.

August 9 — Shelby Farms Park Conservancy — Open Water Swim — Hyde Lake at Shelby Farms Park, 6903 Great View Drive North, Memphis, TN 38134; rolling start from 7–9 a.m.; coached open-water training session for swimmers preparing for races and triathlons, with a marked course, lifeguards, coaches and safety volunteers in kayaks; participants must be at least 14, be able to swim independently and complete a swimming review, and minors must be accompanied by an adult; advance registration is required and participants should bring goggles and a towel.

August 10 — Memphis Jewish Community Center — Youth Beginner Pickleball Clinics Begin — Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38138; ages 7–11 meet 5–6 p.m. and ages 12–14 meet 6–7 p.m.; multiweek beginner clinics teach serving, scoring, court movement, game play and player development; Monday session runs through September 28 and costs $115 for community participants or $95 for members; advance registration required.

August 12 — Memphis Jewish Community Center — Wednesday Youth Beginner Pickleball Clinics Begin — Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38138; ages 7–11 meet 5–6 p.m. and ages 12–14 meet 6–7 p.m.; introductory instruction covers serving, scoring, game play and player development; Wednesday session continues through

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August 3 — Memphis Zoo — Gorilla Golf Tournament — Ridgeway Country Club, Memphis; 7:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; invitational two-person scramble supporting the zoo’s gorilla-conservation programs. Registration and participation information are available through the official Memphis Zoo event page.

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July 16–19 — Memphis Sports and Events Center — P32 Championship — 995 Early Maxwell Blvd.; begins 8 a.m. July 16 and continues through 6 p.m. July 19; youth basketball competition; spectator and admission details available from the center.

July 19 — World Cup Memphis Watch Party organizers — World Cup Final Watch Party — East Memphis; match viewing, food and fundraising activities; time, location and admission information available through the event listing.

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