Memphis, August 25, 2025

News Summary

This weekend in Greater Memphis is packed with a variety of activities suitable for all ages. Events include live concerts, family resource fairs, and engaging children’s activities. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a live DJ or participate in outdoor fun, there is something for everyone in the community. Come explore the celebration of arts, food, and local culture while supporting local businesses and artists.

Greater Memphis Weekend Events: Concerts, Fairs, and Family Fun Await

This weekend in Greater Memphis promises a plethora of activities catering to diverse interests and age groups. From concerts and theater productions to family resource fairs and outdoor fun, residents and visitors alike have numerous options to choose from.

Key Weekend Events

• Soulin’ On the River Concert
  Date: Friday
  Location: Fourth Bluff Park
  Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  Features: Enjoy a live DJ, delectable food trucks, and local vendors at this free, family-friendly event.
• Canoes Plus Cocktails
  Date: Friday
  Location: Shelby Farms Park
  Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  Features: Participate in a guided paddle on Hyde Lake with specialty cocktails, yard games, and music. Note: Guests must be at least 21 years old. Ticket prices start at $35.
• Hustle and Flow Kids with Kidokenetics
  Date: Saturday
  Location: Riverfront
  Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
  Features: Engaging activities designed for children to explore new sports and socialize.
• Bluff City Family Resource Fair
  Date: Saturday
  Location: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
  Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  Features: This event will include giveaways, food trucks, and access to various family resources, all free of charge.
• Community Care Fair
  Date: Saturday
  Location: Douglass Community Center
  Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  Features: Free health services and giveaways will be available, with no admission fee.
• Come From Away Theater Production
  Date: Sunday
  Location: Playhouse on the Square
  Time: 2 p.m.
  Features: This production tells the story of 7,000 stranded passengers in a small Newfoundland town. Tickets start at $20.
• 901 Day Celebration
  Date: Monday, September 1
  Location: The Ravine at Memphis Made Brewery
  Time: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  Features: Enjoy performances from local DJs and artists such as Frank Marcel and Ironmic Coalition.

Ongoing Celebrations and Activities

• Edge Art Walk
  Dates: August 31 & September 1
  Features: A community connection event with art installations and QR-coded maps guiding participants to local businesses and creatives.
• Project 901 Block Party
  Date: September 1
  Location: Madison, Marshall, & Monroe Avenues
  Time: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Open Genre: 901 Day Edition
  Date: September 1
  Location: 600 Marshall Ave
  Time: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  Features: DJs will perform, including Howard Q and DJ Boogaloo, among others.

Support for Local Organizations

These events not only aim to entertain but also support local businesses and artists within the Greater Memphis area. Organizers encourage community involvement to bolster local economy and culture.

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Additional Resources

• WREG: Fun Events Happening in Memphis This Weekend
• Choose901: 901 Day is Coming!
• Fox 13 Memphis: Nine Things Happening This Weekend
• StyleBlueprint: Memphis Events in July
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Memphis

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