MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Schools out and here's a look at some of the fun events for in June in Memphis.
All month long
Play Your Park offers kids and teens ages 5-15 the chance to get outside during the summer at City of Memphis parks. Parents, just show up and sign your kids in for games and activities, such as dodgeball, relay races, flag football, and much more! Lunch is provided for children. Play Your Park will be at five locations Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each week. Park locations change every two weeks. It is a drop-in program. Kids must be picked up by 2 p.m. Learn more HERE.
The Memphis 2024 Exhibition runs through June 30 at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens. It's free and features all types art including paintings, sculpture, fabric art, photography, and more.
Check out the Summer Art Garden at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. Artists have created a fantasy landscape in the plaza with whimsical creatures and design. It runs through Oct. 26.
Among other exciting events at the Germantown Performing Arts Center, GPAC also hosts its Concert in the Grove series on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., and Happy Hour in the Grove on Fridays from 5-8 p.m.
It's time again for the annual Rooftop Parties at the Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis. The party season runs through Aug. 15. Find the full schedule at https://www.peabodymemphis.com/rooftop-parties.
Sunset Jazz at Court Square is a free family friendly Jazz concert series hosted by Just Jazzin’. The series is held annually, every 2nd Sunday of May through October. For the lineup and times, go to https://sunsetjazzmemphis.com/.
Jazz Saturdays at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art run through June 15. It's from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. It's free for members, and free with general admission. https://www.brooksmuseum.org/event/jazz-saturdays-5.
The 2024 City Wide Garden Walk continues its a six-week summer event for garden lovers. Explore hidden gardens with speakers, musicians, and garden vendors. Learn more about the City Wide Garden Walk at https://experiencememphisgardens.org/.
The Sunset Skate is back on the last Thursdays of each month through August, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at River Garden (51 Riverside Drive). It's free fun for the family. Learn more at https://memphisriverparks.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events#/events/2473.
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.
June 1
The annual Memphis Pride Festival is underway, with the festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Robert Church Park in downtown Memphis, and the parade down Beale St. kicking things off at 11 a.m. Learn more at https://midsouthpride.org/.
Neighbors hold yard sales in the historic East Buntyn neighborhood, just west of the University of Memphis main campus, bounded by Greer Street, Central Avenue, Highland Street, and Southern Avenue. Find the latest information at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090345049704.
The free festival starts at 11 a.m. at the Raleigh Springs Civic Center. There will be CPR demonstrations, health and wellness screenings, entertainment, food and prizes for the whole family. Learn more at https://evvnt.com/events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/2330493.
The Metal Museum hosts a Family Fun Day in conjunction with Repair Days and the annual F.I.R.E. Conference at the Museum. Learn about different metalworking, check out exhibitions, and watch as the foundry artists pour molten iron. There are also several free hands-on activities. Learn more at https://www.metalmuseum.org/family-fun-day.
June 4- 8
The annual Germantown Charity Horse Show celebrates its 75th year. It takes place at 7745 Poplar Pike in Germantown. Find the schedule of events and ticket information at https://gchs.org/.
June 7 - 9
It's all about Japanese culture at Anime Blues Con. It offers events for all-ages celebrating anime (animation), manga (comics) and cosplay (costume-play). Learn more at https://animeblues.com/.
June 7
First Friday's on Broad is hosting a Pup Party this month. Participating shops in the Broad Ave. Arts District will be open late offering treats, refreshments, and discounts with lots of fun for your furry friends.
Bluff City Liars is headed to TheatreWorks in midtown Memphis for the 2nd Annual Liars' Ball. It's all about improv comedy accompanied by live music from great local artists. Find ticket information at https://www.facebook.com/share/fi25JdsxU1QdqST5/.
June 8
T.R.A.P. is holding its inaugural T.R.A.P. Walk 2 Reduce Recidivism 5K is at Shelby Farms. All proceeds benefit the TRAP program, which works to support formerly incarcerated individuals as they re-enter society. The walk begins at 10 a.m. Learn more at https://trapevolution.com/.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be children's arts and crafts, live music, live DJ, Story Time, authors, poets, writers and performers. And you get to buy books! Learn more at https://memphis.librarycalendar.com/event/cossitt-book-festival-and-booksale-7713.
Enjoy an evening of fun and food while supporting Literacy Mid-South. There will be entertainment, dancing, a silent auction, and great books. Learn more at https://www.literacymidsouth.org/literatini.
June 8 is free fishing day in the state of Tennessee. On this day, anyone can fish in the state of Tennessee without a fishing license.
Discovery Park of America is taking advantage of this opportunity to showcase their gorgeous and fully stocked ponds. Bring your fishing gear and receive free access to the ponds, park grounds, and the Discovery Center. Learn more at https://discoveryparkofamerica.com/event
June 10
Memphis Roller Derby is hosting its annual skate school. It begins June 10 and runs for six weeks. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/share/vKj44vsGtdoUSpFY/.
Project Green Fork's annual Loving Local event runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Grind City Brewing Company. Taste the flavors of Memphis from local chefs and learn about sustainability.
June 14-15
The Memphis Juneteenth Festival is taking place at Health Sciences Park at 799 Madison Ave. in the Medical District from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day. There will be a car exhibition from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a Greek Yard Show at 6 p.m. on June 15. There will also be the Greek Forest of Trees, a Health and Wellness tent, and Wellness Wonders. Learn more at https://www.juneteenthfreedommemphis.com/.
June 14 - 16
The Juneteenth Douglass Freedom and Heritage Festival is three days of exhibitions, food vendors, educational workshops, and more, with performances by the African Jazz Ensemble and the National Jookin League. It runs 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Douglass Park at 1616 Ash Street.
June 15
Orange Mound Juneteenth Festival
State Representative G. A. Hardaway and the Historic Orange Mound Collaborative Group are hosting a Juneteenth festival at the Orange Mound Community Center. The festival will include inflatable bounce houses, food trucks, a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, the Sigma Steppers, and a youth talent showcase. It runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Orange Mound Community Center, 2572 Park Ave.
Make a wish and send it away on a floating lantern starting at 5:30 p.m. at Shelby Farms Park. There will be food trucks, music, activities, and thousands of lanterns lighting up the night. Learn more at https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/memphis.php.
June 16
Father's Day
It's Father's Day, so don't forget to celebrate dear old dad by taking him on a river cruise or heading out to lunch.
June 22
The Love Well 5k and Festival brings awareness and fundraising for Memphis-based charitable organizations. This year's event benefits Serenity Recover Centers. Learn more at https://raceroster.com/events/2024/77859/love-well-5k.
June 23
Experience with over 70 artisan food, wine and spirit samples paired with live music, entertainment & more, all benefitting Church Health. Learn more at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-craft-food-wine-festival-benefiting-church-health-tickets-779683523407.
June 29
Join Agape Child & Family Services for the third annual Faith Family Festival at Shelby Farms Park from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Learn more at https://agapemeanslove.org/happenings/faith-family-festival/.
The evening of drinks and dancing benefits OUTMemphis' life-saving services for LGBTQ+ youth and adults. "Queer Prom is for anyone 18+ that considers themselves a part of or an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, however you define it." Learn more at https://www.queerprom.org/.
LoneTree Live brings together six writers, six directors and 24 actors from the local creative community to produce six short plays that are written and rehearsed in 24 hours. Held at TheatreWorks at the Evergreen, learn more at https://www.lonetreelive.com/the-24-hour-plays-memphis.
