MEMPHIS, Tenn — Fall is here — though the weather may not show it — and families in the Mid-South are gearing up for Thanksgiving! In the meantime, here's a look at some of the fun Memphis events in November!
All month long
July 2, 2024 - Feb. 18, 2025
Hi Tone Cafe - 282 N. Cleveland St.
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Adults
- Date Idea
All the way through February 2025, the Hi Tone cafe is hosting an open mic comedy night every Wednesday from 8 to 10 p.m. The show is $10 for audience members and free for performers. For tickets and more information, click HERE. See all dates HERE.
2024 - 2025
FedExForum
The Grizzlies are back! To view a schedule of their home games and buy tickets, click HERE.
2024 - 2025
FedExForum, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Elma Roane Field House
Support Memphis Tigers basketball! To view a schedule of Tigers Men's Basketball's home games at FedExForum, click HERE. They will also have two games at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Nov. 8 and 16. Tigers Women's Basketball games will be held at Elma Roane Field House.
2024 - 2025
Germantown Performing Arts Center
The Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC) is hosting concerts from jazz to symphony in November and beyond.
Nov. 2024 - Dec. 18, 2024
Belltower Coffee - 525 S. Highland St.
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Challenge your mind at Belltower Coffee for trivia night, which begins at 6 p.m. every Wednesday through Dec 18. For a full list of dates, click HERE.
Nov. 2024 - Dec. 18, 2024
Momma's Bar - 855 Kentucky St.
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- 21+ at all times
Come out to Momma's Bar for live music every Wednesday night! Located right off Highway 55, Momma's offers a local music experience on an all-weather patio. Learn more HERE.
Aug. 31, 2024 - Dec. 28, 2024
Aldo's Pizza Pies - 100 S. Main St
11 a.m.
This fall, Saturdays at Aldo's will be dedicated to football, with happy hour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Until Nov. 21, 2024
Slider Inn
5 p.m.
This fall, Slider Inn is hosting Thursday Night Football at Downtown's biggest outdoor screen every Thursday until Nov. 21. Stop by at 5 p.m. and enjoy the fun. For more information, check out Slider Inn's Instagram.
Nov. 2, 2024 - Nov. 30, 2024
Memphis Library, Cordova Branch - 8457 Trinity Rd.
6 p.m.
Enjoy fall movie nights on Saturdays at the Memphis library in Cordova.
- Nov. 2 - Mr. and Mrs. Smith
- Nov. 9 - A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting
- Nov. 16 - Rambo
- Nov. 23 - Muppets Treasure Island
- Nov. 30 - Iron Man
October 29 - November 3
Orpheum Theatre - 203 S. Main St.
7:30 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical, the winner of 10 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is coming to the Orpheum! Get tickets HERE.
November 2
Broad Avenue
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Broad Ave. Arts District will host a free fall festival during their art walk, featuring over 60 local artists and makers, live music, crafts area for kids and more!
November 2 - November 3
FedExForum - 191 Beale St.
12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 2; 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 3.
The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party is coming to the FedExForum! Get tickets HERE.
November 3
Memphis Botanic Garden
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Family-friendly
The Memphis Japan Festival is a fun, family friendly experience featuring traditional and contemporary Japanese music and dance, cultural lectures and more.
November 4 - November 10
Celebrate Downtown Dining Week! Click HERE for a list of restaurants and deals!
November 7
2120 Young Ave.
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Cooper-Young neighborhood holds its Night Out on the first Thursday of each month. Restaurants, bars, retail and service businesses stay open late with live music, discounts on food and drink, sidewalk sales, games and more.
November 9
IndiaFest
Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd.
10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
This event helps provide a cross-culture awareness of Indian culture, giving an opportunity for businesses and restaurants to showcase their products to an audience.
Brooks Museum - 1934 Poplar Ave.
1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- Exclusive to Art Now members
Embrace the world of Memphis street art in this guided tour. Click here for more information.
Howl at the Moon 2024
The Warehouse
6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Enjoy music, food and a good time while supporting the Streetdog Foundation, helping dog rescue efforts. Tickets are $100 and can be bought here.
Crosstown Concourse
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Celebrate the best holiday shopping event of the year!
Stax Museum
1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Celebrate fall with family at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. This free event will include live music, special crafts, games and more! For more information, click HERE.
November 9 - November 10
Memphis Monster Con
Pipkin Building at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium - 940 Early Maxwell Blvd.
Halloween is over, but you can still make a stop at Memphis' premiere horror convention. Click HERE for the full schedule.
November 11
Veteran's Day
Veterans and active duty military can get free admission into the Memphis Botanic Garden on Veteran's Day. Click HERE for a full list of restaurant deals on the holiday.
For a list of places closed in Memphis on Veteran's Day, click HERE.
Veteran's Day at Logan's Roadhouse
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Veterans and active duty military can receive a free meal at Logan's Roadhouse on Veteran's Day.
November 13
Judy Collins at the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts
Halloran Centre for the Performing Arts at the Orpheum- 203 S. Main St.
7:30 p.m.
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Judy Collins will head to the Orpheum Theatre on Nov. 13! Get tickets HERE.
November 14 - November 17 (Encores November 18-19)
The 27th annual Indie Memphis Film Festival will take place at the Crosstown Theater, Malco Studio on the Square, and online. Buy tickets HERE!
November 15
Orpheum Theatre - 203 S. Main St.
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
This 21+ event brings the allure of Moulin Rouge to Memphis for one unforgettable night. Get tickets here.
November 16
Grind City Coffee Expo
Crosstown Arts - 1350 Concourse Ave.
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Head to the Crosstown Concourse to celebrate coffee culture. Get tickets here.
November 16 - December 29
Pink Palace
Stroll through the Pink Palace and admire beautifully decorated trees at this event, which benefits LeBonheur Children's Hospital. For times and ticket information, click here.
November 21 - November 23
Yes, it's still November, but not too soon to get ready for the holidays! Graceland's annual holiday lighting ceremony is sure to be a magical experience.
November 22
The Kent
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Have a merry little cocktail at the Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival! Get tickets here.
November 22 - December 22
Hattiloo Theatre
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with this family-friendly Christmas musical. Enjoy songs by legends such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes and The Jackson 5 performed with Motown soul.
November 23
Justin Timberlake: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour
FedExForum - 191 Beale St.
7:30 p.m.
- Date Idea
See one of Memphis' most well known performers live at the FedExForum!
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate the opening of the Winter Art Garden at the Starry Bazaar.
The Christmas Parade in Whitehaven begins at 10:00 a.m. More than 150 participants and 5,000 to 10,000 spectators are expected to line the streets of Elvis Presley Blvd. from Shelby Drive to Laudeen Drive.
MPD officers will shut down areas beginning about 8:30 a.m. around the route for the parade's duration.
November 23 - November 24
Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
New Ballet’s "NutRemix" is an electrifying performance set on Beale St. It pulls elements from Tchaikovsky’s "The Nutcracker" and pushes artistic boundaries by blending ballet, hip-hop and other dance styles.
November 28
Thanksgiving Day
Spend time with family on Turkey Day or head to the Peabody Hotel for their Thanksgiving brunch event.
Shelby Farms Park
9 a.m.
Choose either the four-mile or two-mile walk to get a bit of exercise in before Thanksgiving dinner!
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Graceland's annual event, which captures the essence of the holiday. For more information, click HERE.
November 28 - December 1
Peter Pan
Orpheum Theatre - 203 S. Main St. Memphis, TN 38103
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Family-friendly
Go see a classic play at the Orpheum! Get tickets here.
November 29 - December 28
750 Cherry Rd.
- Family event
This 20-night event is a delight for all ages. Enjoy drinks from cocktails to hot chocolate and take in the beautiful lights!
November 29 - December 29
Shelby Farms Park
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
As the month closes out, celebrate the holidays with dazzling displays at Shelby Farms Park!
November 29 - January 4
Memphis Zoo
5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Select nights
