Plug901's 2023 Memphis Mayoral Voter Guide
Hey hey! As you all may know this October we select a new city mayor. I thought it was import to have a guide with helpful tools and information. This Guide will also include dates of events you can attend such as meet & greets, forums, fundraisers, or other informational activities. If the candidate has a website you'll be able to click their name and a new window will open. Feel free to let me know if there is any other information you would like to see on this subject or if you have valid information to add. This election includes Memphis city council positions and Memphis Court Clerk. I'll update the guide as information is obtained.
Definition & Responsibilities of a Mayor:
According to the city of Memphis website the mayor is elected to four-year terms with a limit of two terms. The mayor provides leadership and operational guidelines to all divisions within City government and has sole contracting authority for the City. The mayor carries out City policies and appoints board members to various agencies, commissions, and authorities, including the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division and the Memphis Area Transit Authority.
Definition & Responsibilities of City Council:
According to the city of Memphis website City Council members are also elected to four-year terms with a limit of two terms. Seven City Council members are elected from single-member districts, and six Council members are elected, three apiece, from two super districts that each cover half of the city. Council members meet 24 times per year, typically the first and third Tuesdays of each month, at City Hall. These meetings are open to the public. The Council elects a chair and vice chair, organizes into committees, exercises legislative powers, approves budgets and establishes the property tax rate.
Definition & Responsibilities Court Clerk:
According to the city of Memphis website the City Court Clerk’s Office consists of the Traffic Violations Bureau and the City Courts, with four satellite offices located at the Old Allen, Raines, Union, and Ridgeway police stations. The City Court Clerk’s Office is responsible for the collection of all fines, costs, and fees assessed against tickets issued by Memphis Police officers and the disbursement of these payments to the proper accounts.
All of the above information comes directly from.
www.memphistn.gov/government/
According to the city of Memphis website the mayor is elected to four-year terms with a limit of two terms. The mayor provides leadership and operational guidelines to all divisions within City government and has sole contracting authority for the City. The mayor carries out City policies and appoints board members to various agencies, commissions, and authorities, including the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division and the Memphis Area Transit Authority.
Definition & Responsibilities of City Council:
According to the city of Memphis website City Council members are also elected to four-year terms with a limit of two terms. Seven City Council members are elected from single-member districts, and six Council members are elected, three apiece, from two super districts that each cover half of the city. Council members meet 24 times per year, typically the first and third Tuesdays of each month, at City Hall. These meetings are open to the public. The Council elects a chair and vice chair, organizes into committees, exercises legislative powers, approves budgets and establishes the property tax rate.
Definition & Responsibilities Court Clerk:
According to the city of Memphis website the City Court Clerk’s Office consists of the Traffic Violations Bureau and the City Courts, with four satellite offices located at the Old Allen, Raines, Union, and Ridgeway police stations. The City Court Clerk’s Office is responsible for the collection of all fines, costs, and fees assessed against tickets issued by Memphis Police officers and the disbursement of these payments to the proper accounts.
All of the above information comes directly from.
www.memphistn.gov/government/
Mayoral Candidates
There are now 17 Candidates. I can't bring myself to list 17 people so for the full list please click here. This article also includes those who are running for city council. Below you will see "Sample Ballot" click to see who is on the ballot!
Sample Ballot
Karen Camper, Minority Leader of the Tennessee House of Representatives
Paul Young, Downtown Commission President & CEO
Van Turner, Memphis NAACP President
Michelle McKissack, Chair of the Shelby County Board of Education
Willie Herenton, Former Mayor of Memphis
Floyd Bonner, Shelby County Sheriff
JW Gibson, Business owner and former Shelby County Commissioner
Joe Brown, Former host of Judge Joe Brown
Reggie Hall
James Harvey Sr.
Daniel Abston
Sample Ballot
Karen Camper, Minority Leader of the Tennessee House of Representatives
Paul Young, Downtown Commission President & CEO
Van Turner, Memphis NAACP President
Michelle McKissack, Chair of the Shelby County Board of Education
Willie Herenton, Former Mayor of Memphis
Floyd Bonner, Shelby County Sheriff
JW Gibson, Business owner and former Shelby County Commissioner
Joe Brown, Former host of Judge Joe Brown
Reggie Hall
James Harvey Sr.
Daniel Abston
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Social Media Accounts to Follow
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Important Dates
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Deadline for Memphis Mayor 07/20/23
Early Voting 09/15/23 Memphis Municipal Elections 10/05/23 Voter registration deadline 09/05/23 |
Helpful Links
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Early Voting Sites
Voter Registration Information Lookup (tn.gov) Voter Registration Link https://www.electionsshelbytn.gov/register-vote Shelby County Election Commission https://www.electionsshelbytn.gov/ City of Memphis Government https://www.memphistn.gov/government/ Shelby County Voter Alliance https://shelbyvoter.org/ Up The Vote 901 https://upthevote901.com/ |
Election Event Calendar
Plug901's Brunch Guide
Instead of waiting on me to post my #Brunchoftheday why not give you all a list restaurants that offer brunch! Click on the name of the restaurant to be taken to their website and get all the info you need about their brunch! If you have trouble locating the info you need don't hesitate to reach out to me! Also, I will put an asterisk next to the places that I have been to and you all can message me to inquire about what I thought about that particular spot! Oh! Call before you go to a restaurant, check hours, and make reservations if you can! Things have changed (and are still changing) so much in the last to years and sometimes info isn't updated as often as it should be!
Happy Brunching!
Happy Brunching!
Weekday or Weekend
Sunday Only
Alchemy
Big Bill's
Bonefish Grill
Bosco's Squared
Bounty on Board
Cameo Cocktail Bar
Coastal Fish Company(click lunch menu)
Eggxactly Breakfast & Deli
Ibis
Jim & Samella's House(see FB for Brunch schedule)
Let It Fly Sports Bar
Libro at Laurelwood
Lucy's at Hu.Hotel
Owen's Brennan's
Prive*
Salt
Side Street Grill
South of Beale*
The Genre
The WKND
Thrive Midtown
Venice Kitchen*
Y Not Bar
Alchemy
Big Bill's
Bonefish Grill
Bosco's Squared
Bounty on Board
Cameo Cocktail Bar
Coastal Fish Company(click lunch menu)
Eggxactly Breakfast & Deli
Ibis
Jim & Samella's House(see FB for Brunch schedule)
Let It Fly Sports Bar
Libro at Laurelwood
Lucy's at Hu.Hotel
Owen's Brennan's
Prive*
Salt
Side Street Grill
South of Beale*
The Genre
The WKND
Thrive Midtown
Venice Kitchen*
Y Not Bar
Breakfast
Rise
Bedrock Eats & Sweets
Bryant's Breakfast
By The Brewery
Curfew
Elmwood's Shack
Inspire Community Cafe
Lucy's at Hu.Hotel
Wally Hatchet's
Bedrock Eats & Sweets
Bryant's Breakfast
By The Brewery
Curfew
Elmwood's Shack
Inspire Community Cafe
Lucy's at Hu.Hotel
Wally Hatchet's
Plug901's Festival Guide
Literature is Liberating Fest
February 4, 2023
Presented by Crosstown Concourse and Cafe Noir, Literature is Liberating Fest is a free and open to the community literary festival celebrating Black authors and African American literature that includes vendors, author discussions, book signings, literary panels, writing workshops for kids and adults, a youth story hour, crafts, and more!
Memphis Whiskey Warmer
March 03, 2023
"Join us as we bundle up with great whiskey and great people to welcome in the warmer weather. We're bringing together 40 of our favorite labels of whiskey, bourbon and scotch, local food vendors, a cigar lounge and bluegrass music to create a whiskey wonderland benefiting Volunteer Memphis."
Soulful Food Truck Festival
March 12, 2023
The 4th Annual Soulful Food Truck Festival features 27 Black Owned Food Trucks (Outdoors) and 75 Shopping Vendors (Indoors) and 2 Mobile Cigar Lounges. Local beers and wine will also be available to purchase onsite.
ChalkFest
March 25, 2023
We need you, your friends, and your family to join local artists in transforming the Brooks Plaza into the most beautiful masterpiece. You can also explore the galleries and exhibitions, dance, and eat food from Loaf.
Enjoy art activities and face painting with Memphis Face Painting ($10)!Watch local artists Craig Thompson, Sumo, and Toonky Berry. Bring your own chalk or we'll have some available for $5.
CURT -CHELLA Day Party & Business Festival
April 8, 2023
"This is the perfect opportunity for new, small, and established entrepreneurs to network and connect with our Memphis Market while inclusively partying."
LOL Music Festival
April 15, 2023
The festival was curated to push artist, brands and creatives to reach their goals, highlight women in the industry, showcase Memphis talent and provide music lovers with unforgettable moments.
Taste the Rarity Wiseacre Brewing Co.
April 15, 2023
"Join us Saturday, April 23, 2022 for our biggest party of the year! We are super stoked to be hosting the 7th TASTE the RARITY Festival again after a 2yr hiatus! We are welcoming old friends and new as they bring their best and weirdest beers to Memphis. Featuring breweries from all over the country, TASTE the RARITY is a specially curated festival dedicated to the things we love most, beer, fun & weirdness."
Southern Hot Wing Festival
April 15, 2023
"The Southern Hot Wing Festival is a celebration of the chicken hot wing, the drummie, the flat, flap, and everything in between. Established in 2003 by a local Memphian who felt that the South had more to offer than just amazingly great BBQ, the Southern Hot Wing festival has become a staple event each April bringing with it the warmth and the fire to usher in the Spring."
Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival
April 16, 2023
"Enjoy live music on three stages from nationally-known and local award-winning artists in Memphis, games including crawfish bobbing, eating, and racing, arts & crafts vendors, and a play zone for children ages 12 and under all for FREE."
Africa in April Cultural Awareness Festival
April 19, 2023 - April 23, 2023
"This is a unique event that focuses on bringing African dignitaries, ambassadors, and culture to the Memphis Community on an annual basis."
Shell Daze Music Festival 2023 at Overton Park Shell
April 21, 2023 - April 22, 2023
Join Mempho at Overton Park Shell for a 2 day concert as they present Shell Daze Music Festival.
Down to Earth Festival
April 22, 2023
"Celebrate sustainability at the biggest Earth Day Celebration in the Mid-South! Meet local eco-focused vendors, artisans and organizations who are helping to create a greener future for our community. Plus, you can enjoy live music, kid-friendly activities, crafts and more!"
Overton Square Crawfish Festival
April 22, 2023
The Overton Square Crawfish Festival is BACK in 2023! We can't wait to get our claws on crawfish from Bayou Bar & Grill, craft beer, live music, local vendor market, and much more.
Vintage 901 Spring Festival
April 22, 2023 - April 23, 2023
Vintage901 is back with a weekend full of fun, food, music and wine.
The 7th Annual Vintage901® Wine, Food and Music Spring Festival will be April 22-23, with The Grand Tasting Saturday at ARROW Creative and The Sparkling Brunch Sunday at the Shelby Farms' FedEx Event Center.
Mimosa Festival
April 23, 2023
The Mimosa Festival celebrates the essence of mimosas featuring a wide variety of flavors of amazing & refreshing champagne libations! Cheers to you!
Shop Black Fest
April 22, 2023
Shop Black Fest is a festival for Black-owned small businesses! Come support and get the ultimate Black Culture Experience!
Black Arts & Wine Festival
April 23, 2023
The Black Arts & Wine Festival will take over the MOSH Museum (Formally Pink Palace), offering attendees a chance to experience visual art by Black creatives and sample wines and liquors from Black Brands! Shop with local vendors, vibe with our DJs and try dishes from popular food vendors.
Memphis in May International Festival
May 5, 2023 - May 27, 2023
"The mission of Memphis in May International Festival is to promote and celebrate Memphis culture, foster economic growth, and enhance international awareness through education"
Memphis Greek Festival
May 12, 2023 - May 13, 2023
"Margaret saw the enjoyment that people had tasting delicious Greek pastries, so she decided that the Memphis Greek community should also host a Greek Pastry Sale. What started as a small pastry sale many years ago has evolved into a Mid-South tradition that over 15,000+ people attend each May."
Manes on Main Festival
May 13, 2023
Join us for our 2nd Annual - Manes on Main Festival - Saturday May 13th. We will be re-releasing our Smoked Festbier - What A Mane - with a new special take home glassware & the first 100 orders come with a fresh donut pairing! Albees & Champs BBQ will be dishing out some delicious food all day
DreamFest Weekend
May 19,2023 - May 21, 2023
"CLE Events will host DreamFest Weekend 11 at the historic Levitt Shell in Memphis, TN. DreamFest Weekend is a weekend of events dedicated to promoting Memphis Music and artist collaboration."
**All descriptions quoted from the actual event websites. Please research events before attending
Memphis Italian Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 3, 2023
"The Memphis Italian Festival presents family-oriented fun in music, food, events, games, and more for the benefit of the children of Holy Rosary Parish School."
Memphis Margarita Festival
June 3, 2023
"The festival includes 15 margarita samples from your favorite restaurants, with awesome entertainment! Food will be available for purchase, and there will also be a cash bar with full-sized drinks available. "
Memphis Pride Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 4, 2023
"Memphis Pride Fest is the single largest gathering for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies in the Mid-South. While the Festival and Pride Parade are the cornerstone of Memphis Pride Fest, the entire celebration (known as Memphis Pride Fest Weekend) spans 3 days beginning with a dance party or concert on Friday Night, the signature festival and parade on Saturday, and winding down with a Bruch Crawl on Sunday."
Tone's Juneteenth Weekend Festival
June 15, 2023 - June 18, 2023
"TONE will, for the second year in a row, be hosting their Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival on the ten acres of land surrounding the Orange Mound Tower. This festival will be free and open to the public and will feature live performances, local vendors, food trucks, games, and more."
Juneteenth Shop Black Festival
June 17, 2023
"Celebrating Black Culture and creating BLOCK PARTY vibes as we get back to our normal routines! The 3rd Annual Juneteenth Shop Black Festival features Food Trucks, Food Vendors + Shopping Vendors!"
Memphis Juneteenth festival
June 17, 2023 - June 18, 2023
"This free three-day festival provides fellowship, fanfare and a great time. Don't miss the Ultimate Juneteenth Showdown featuring majorettes, drummers, cheerleaders and steppers. They'll be a Kids Zone and health and wellness stations, rap, R&B, pop, hip-hop and gospel music entertainment."
Memphis Vegan Festival
June 18, 2023
"Join us for a day full of Vegan Food, Live Entertainment, and a marketplace featuring local businesses, plant-based health & beauty products, clothing and accessories."
Craft Food and Wine Festival
June 25, 2023
"It'll be a day of tastings of artisan breads, cheeses, fruit preserves, cured meats, oils and more paired with beer, wine and cider. Craft Food and Wine Festival benefits Church Health so you will be enjoying your favorite craft foods and beverages for a great cause!"
Memphis Sunset R&B Fest
July 3, 2023
"Be prepared to be blown away as we takeover Downtown Memphis to create the most amazing ambience for a holiday sunset to remember! This festival features premium bars, Vip sections, vendors and an array of menu items for sale by Memphis best food trucks. Designed for the ultimate R&b connoisseur!"
Memphis Summer Cocktail Festival
July 14, 2023
"Cool down with refreshing sips at the summer’s hottest party! Enjoy summer-inspired cocktails, fresh local food, an epic dance party and more. Each ticket includes 12 sample-sized cocktails."
Art for All Festival
June 25, 2023
"Bigger than one person or idea, here art is inspiration for all. From every neighborhood and community center to every stage and studio, here everyone comes together to celebrate what unites us. Together we imagine, create and collaborate."
Crown Me Royal Film Fest
August 4,2023 - August 5,2023
Crown Me Royal Film Fest, a non-competitive film festival that showcases panels, workshops, and independent films from BIPOC behind-the-scenes filmmakers and creatives from all media platforms.
Memphis Chicken and Beer Festival
August 12, 2023
"We will have live entertainment throughout the event, as well as yard games, inflatables, and more! Local restaurants will have food available for purchase. MUST BE 21+ to ATTEND!"
February 4, 2023
Presented by Crosstown Concourse and Cafe Noir, Literature is Liberating Fest is a free and open to the community literary festival celebrating Black authors and African American literature that includes vendors, author discussions, book signings, literary panels, writing workshops for kids and adults, a youth story hour, crafts, and more!
Memphis Whiskey Warmer
March 03, 2023
"Join us as we bundle up with great whiskey and great people to welcome in the warmer weather. We're bringing together 40 of our favorite labels of whiskey, bourbon and scotch, local food vendors, a cigar lounge and bluegrass music to create a whiskey wonderland benefiting Volunteer Memphis."
Soulful Food Truck Festival
March 12, 2023
The 4th Annual Soulful Food Truck Festival features 27 Black Owned Food Trucks (Outdoors) and 75 Shopping Vendors (Indoors) and 2 Mobile Cigar Lounges. Local beers and wine will also be available to purchase onsite.
ChalkFest
March 25, 2023
We need you, your friends, and your family to join local artists in transforming the Brooks Plaza into the most beautiful masterpiece. You can also explore the galleries and exhibitions, dance, and eat food from Loaf.
Enjoy art activities and face painting with Memphis Face Painting ($10)!Watch local artists Craig Thompson, Sumo, and Toonky Berry. Bring your own chalk or we'll have some available for $5.
CURT -CHELLA Day Party & Business Festival
April 8, 2023
"This is the perfect opportunity for new, small, and established entrepreneurs to network and connect with our Memphis Market while inclusively partying."
LOL Music Festival
April 15, 2023
The festival was curated to push artist, brands and creatives to reach their goals, highlight women in the industry, showcase Memphis talent and provide music lovers with unforgettable moments.
Taste the Rarity Wiseacre Brewing Co.
April 15, 2023
"Join us Saturday, April 23, 2022 for our biggest party of the year! We are super stoked to be hosting the 7th TASTE the RARITY Festival again after a 2yr hiatus! We are welcoming old friends and new as they bring their best and weirdest beers to Memphis. Featuring breweries from all over the country, TASTE the RARITY is a specially curated festival dedicated to the things we love most, beer, fun & weirdness."
Southern Hot Wing Festival
April 15, 2023
"The Southern Hot Wing Festival is a celebration of the chicken hot wing, the drummie, the flat, flap, and everything in between. Established in 2003 by a local Memphian who felt that the South had more to offer than just amazingly great BBQ, the Southern Hot Wing festival has become a staple event each April bringing with it the warmth and the fire to usher in the Spring."
Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival
April 16, 2023
"Enjoy live music on three stages from nationally-known and local award-winning artists in Memphis, games including crawfish bobbing, eating, and racing, arts & crafts vendors, and a play zone for children ages 12 and under all for FREE."
Africa in April Cultural Awareness Festival
April 19, 2023 - April 23, 2023
"This is a unique event that focuses on bringing African dignitaries, ambassadors, and culture to the Memphis Community on an annual basis."
Shell Daze Music Festival 2023 at Overton Park Shell
April 21, 2023 - April 22, 2023
Join Mempho at Overton Park Shell for a 2 day concert as they present Shell Daze Music Festival.
Down to Earth Festival
April 22, 2023
"Celebrate sustainability at the biggest Earth Day Celebration in the Mid-South! Meet local eco-focused vendors, artisans and organizations who are helping to create a greener future for our community. Plus, you can enjoy live music, kid-friendly activities, crafts and more!"
Overton Square Crawfish Festival
April 22, 2023
The Overton Square Crawfish Festival is BACK in 2023! We can't wait to get our claws on crawfish from Bayou Bar & Grill, craft beer, live music, local vendor market, and much more.
Vintage 901 Spring Festival
April 22, 2023 - April 23, 2023
Vintage901 is back with a weekend full of fun, food, music and wine.
The 7th Annual Vintage901® Wine, Food and Music Spring Festival will be April 22-23, with The Grand Tasting Saturday at ARROW Creative and The Sparkling Brunch Sunday at the Shelby Farms' FedEx Event Center.
Mimosa Festival
April 23, 2023
The Mimosa Festival celebrates the essence of mimosas featuring a wide variety of flavors of amazing & refreshing champagne libations! Cheers to you!
Shop Black Fest
April 22, 2023
Shop Black Fest is a festival for Black-owned small businesses! Come support and get the ultimate Black Culture Experience!
Black Arts & Wine Festival
April 23, 2023
The Black Arts & Wine Festival will take over the MOSH Museum (Formally Pink Palace), offering attendees a chance to experience visual art by Black creatives and sample wines and liquors from Black Brands! Shop with local vendors, vibe with our DJs and try dishes from popular food vendors.
Memphis in May International Festival
May 5, 2023 - May 27, 2023
"The mission of Memphis in May International Festival is to promote and celebrate Memphis culture, foster economic growth, and enhance international awareness through education"
Memphis Greek Festival
May 12, 2023 - May 13, 2023
"Margaret saw the enjoyment that people had tasting delicious Greek pastries, so she decided that the Memphis Greek community should also host a Greek Pastry Sale. What started as a small pastry sale many years ago has evolved into a Mid-South tradition that over 15,000+ people attend each May."
Manes on Main Festival
May 13, 2023
Join us for our 2nd Annual - Manes on Main Festival - Saturday May 13th. We will be re-releasing our Smoked Festbier - What A Mane - with a new special take home glassware & the first 100 orders come with a fresh donut pairing! Albees & Champs BBQ will be dishing out some delicious food all day
DreamFest Weekend
May 19,2023 - May 21, 2023
"CLE Events will host DreamFest Weekend 11 at the historic Levitt Shell in Memphis, TN. DreamFest Weekend is a weekend of events dedicated to promoting Memphis Music and artist collaboration."
**All descriptions quoted from the actual event websites. Please research events before attending
Memphis Italian Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 3, 2023
"The Memphis Italian Festival presents family-oriented fun in music, food, events, games, and more for the benefit of the children of Holy Rosary Parish School."
Memphis Margarita Festival
June 3, 2023
"The festival includes 15 margarita samples from your favorite restaurants, with awesome entertainment! Food will be available for purchase, and there will also be a cash bar with full-sized drinks available. "
Memphis Pride Festival
June 1, 2023 - June 4, 2023
"Memphis Pride Fest is the single largest gathering for the LGBTQ+ community and our allies in the Mid-South. While the Festival and Pride Parade are the cornerstone of Memphis Pride Fest, the entire celebration (known as Memphis Pride Fest Weekend) spans 3 days beginning with a dance party or concert on Friday Night, the signature festival and parade on Saturday, and winding down with a Bruch Crawl on Sunday."
Tone's Juneteenth Weekend Festival
June 15, 2023 - June 18, 2023
"TONE will, for the second year in a row, be hosting their Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival on the ten acres of land surrounding the Orange Mound Tower. This festival will be free and open to the public and will feature live performances, local vendors, food trucks, games, and more."
Juneteenth Shop Black Festival
June 17, 2023
"Celebrating Black Culture and creating BLOCK PARTY vibes as we get back to our normal routines! The 3rd Annual Juneteenth Shop Black Festival features Food Trucks, Food Vendors + Shopping Vendors!"
Memphis Juneteenth festival
June 17, 2023 - June 18, 2023
"This free three-day festival provides fellowship, fanfare and a great time. Don't miss the Ultimate Juneteenth Showdown featuring majorettes, drummers, cheerleaders and steppers. They'll be a Kids Zone and health and wellness stations, rap, R&B, pop, hip-hop and gospel music entertainment."
Memphis Vegan Festival
June 18, 2023
"Join us for a day full of Vegan Food, Live Entertainment, and a marketplace featuring local businesses, plant-based health & beauty products, clothing and accessories."
Craft Food and Wine Festival
June 25, 2023
"It'll be a day of tastings of artisan breads, cheeses, fruit preserves, cured meats, oils and more paired with beer, wine and cider. Craft Food and Wine Festival benefits Church Health so you will be enjoying your favorite craft foods and beverages for a great cause!"
Memphis Sunset R&B Fest
July 3, 2023
"Be prepared to be blown away as we takeover Downtown Memphis to create the most amazing ambience for a holiday sunset to remember! This festival features premium bars, Vip sections, vendors and an array of menu items for sale by Memphis best food trucks. Designed for the ultimate R&b connoisseur!"
Memphis Summer Cocktail Festival
July 14, 2023
"Cool down with refreshing sips at the summer’s hottest party! Enjoy summer-inspired cocktails, fresh local food, an epic dance party and more. Each ticket includes 12 sample-sized cocktails."
Art for All Festival
June 25, 2023
"Bigger than one person or idea, here art is inspiration for all. From every neighborhood and community center to every stage and studio, here everyone comes together to celebrate what unites us. Together we imagine, create and collaborate."
Crown Me Royal Film Fest
August 4,2023 - August 5,2023
Crown Me Royal Film Fest, a non-competitive film festival that showcases panels, workshops, and independent films from BIPOC behind-the-scenes filmmakers and creatives from all media platforms.
Memphis Chicken and Beer Festival
August 12, 2023
"We will have live entertainment throughout the event, as well as yard games, inflatables, and more! Local restaurants will have food available for purchase. MUST BE 21+ to ATTEND!"
Water Lantern Festival
August 19, 2023
Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone.
Beale Street Cigar Festival
September 1, 2023 - September 3, 2023
"Relax, eat, drink, smoke and play at the 5th Annual Beale Street Cigar Festival! Whether you’re a serious cigar connoisseur or new to the joy of a smooth smoke, you will appreciate this festival during Labor Day Weekend."
Cooper Young Festival
September 16, 2023
"Held in Memphis' largest historic district, guests will enjoy an appealing mix of art, music and crafts presented by over 435 artisans from around the country."
Latin Fest
September 23, 2023
"The Latin Fest is back at Overton Square! Latin Fest Is a family-oriented Latin festival that provides a place to gather with family and friends to listen and dance to live Latin music, taste some Latin food and drinks, also crafts for kids, vendors, and fun for everyone in an open social space."
Mempho Music Festival
September 29, 2023 - October 1, 2023
"Mempho Music Festival blends today's top performers with Memphis' rich musical history, creating a festival experience filled with music, food, and nature for people of all ages."
Bacon & Bourbon Festival
October 6, 2023
"Bacon & Bourbon Festival hosted by the Memphis Flyer, we have creative bacon-inspired dishes of all kinds from some of Memphis' best restaurants, plus a vast array of distilled spirits to tempt your tastebuds. Music and entertainment provided"
Memphis Tequila Festival
October 13, 2023
Join us for the fifth annual Memphis Tequila Festival as we party it up at Shelby Farms with over 30 different types of tequila. This festival is guaranteed to get you in the *spirit* of the season with dance music from our local DJs, spooky face painting, a costume photo booth and more!
Memphis Food & Wine Festival
October 14, 2023
Memphis is celebrating its culinary excellence by showcasing our exceptional local chef talent along with acclaimed regional, national and international chefs.
River Arts Fest
October 21, 2023 - October 22, 2023
"River Artsfest is a celebration of fine arts and fine local music with live artist demonstrations and hands-on art activities for all ages! More than 180 artists from around the country and right here in Memphis gather to exhibit and sell their latest works of original fine arts."
Indie Memphis Film Festival
October 24, 2023 - October 29, 2023
The Indie Memphis Film Festival brings a range of independent features, documentaries, and short films to Memphis from all corners of the world. We are inspired by the social and artistic history of Memphis, as a majority Black city in the South.
Dia de los Muertos Parade & Festival
October 28, 2023
"Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, along with the Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, holds this annual event, where families are invited to honor ancestors and celebrate the cycle of life and death."
Memphis Mushroom Festival
November 3, 2023 - November 5, 2023
"The purpose of the Memphis Mushroom Festival is to unify the mid-south in a mission to celebrate and improve the relationship with sustainability, healthy foods, to support the legalization of all plant medicines, and a create a better understanding of the benefits plant medicines provide in a region that needs it most."
Memphis Japan Festival
November 5, 2023
"A family-friendly, interactive and hands-on experience of Japanese culture featuring food,
entertainment, games, crafts and more!"
Memphis Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival
December 1, 2023
"It’s the most wonderful time of the year for a Holly, Jolly Cocktail Festival!
Sip festive cocktails, listen to music and visit the big man in red himself!"
Grind City Fest
TBA
'The two-day festival will be held at Grind City Brewing Company. The venue features a backdrop of unique views of Memphis and sits on 1.75 acres of green space located just five minutes north of downtown."
Memphis Soul Music Festival
TBA
"Talented local, regional and national musical artists will come together for the Second Annual Memphis Soul Music Festival. Proceeds will be dedicated to a capital campaign aimed at establishing a transitional housing community for mothers and their children impacted by HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, Substance Use Disorder."
Memphis Rox Yoga Festival
TBA
"The Memphis Rox Yoga Festival is an invitation to salute our remarkable city, our amazing yoga community and our partnership with Memphis Rox through yoga practice, music, discussion and celebration."
Beale Street Art Crawl Festival
TBA
"Going on it's 4th year, the festival will feature an art market with a variety of art forms and merchandise from established artists, artisan businesses, and nonprofits."
3rd Annual Edge Motorfest
TBA
"Enjoy all that the Edge District has to offer for the 3rd Annual Edge Motor fest and Car Show! Come see over 150 vehicles, compete for 20+ awards, food trucks and local entertainment"
Soulsville USA Festival
TBA
"One of the goals of the Soulsville USA Festival is to educate the city about those who have contributed to Memphis's soulful musical history and introduce them to those of us who are contributing to the city's soulful future."
Memphis Brewfest x Memphis Brunchfest
TBA
"Memphis Brew Fest highlights quality beers from the local region and beyond. The festival features a wide variety of American craft beers as well as exotic international brews, with a background of live music and the scenery of downtown Memphis."
Rivercity Jazz & Music Fest
TBA
"Fresh Ideas Entertainment will host the 3rd Annual River City Jazz and Music Fest at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts."
Let's Brunch Memphis
TBA
"Join us for this Memphis Brunch Festival and sample the very best brunch offerings from some of the best restaurants around the city - and enjoy delicious Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and more tasty springtime cocktails to get you in the Brunch Spirit!"
August 19, 2023
Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone.
Beale Street Cigar Festival
September 1, 2023 - September 3, 2023
"Relax, eat, drink, smoke and play at the 5th Annual Beale Street Cigar Festival! Whether you’re a serious cigar connoisseur or new to the joy of a smooth smoke, you will appreciate this festival during Labor Day Weekend."
Cooper Young Festival
September 16, 2023
"Held in Memphis' largest historic district, guests will enjoy an appealing mix of art, music and crafts presented by over 435 artisans from around the country."
Latin Fest
September 23, 2023
"The Latin Fest is back at Overton Square! Latin Fest Is a family-oriented Latin festival that provides a place to gather with family and friends to listen and dance to live Latin music, taste some Latin food and drinks, also crafts for kids, vendors, and fun for everyone in an open social space."
Mempho Music Festival
September 29, 2023 - October 1, 2023
"Mempho Music Festival blends today's top performers with Memphis' rich musical history, creating a festival experience filled with music, food, and nature for people of all ages."
Bacon & Bourbon Festival
October 6, 2023
"Bacon & Bourbon Festival hosted by the Memphis Flyer, we have creative bacon-inspired dishes of all kinds from some of Memphis' best restaurants, plus a vast array of distilled spirits to tempt your tastebuds. Music and entertainment provided"
Memphis Tequila Festival
October 13, 2023
Join us for the fifth annual Memphis Tequila Festival as we party it up at Shelby Farms with over 30 different types of tequila. This festival is guaranteed to get you in the *spirit* of the season with dance music from our local DJs, spooky face painting, a costume photo booth and more!
Memphis Food & Wine Festival
October 14, 2023
Memphis is celebrating its culinary excellence by showcasing our exceptional local chef talent along with acclaimed regional, national and international chefs.
River Arts Fest
October 21, 2023 - October 22, 2023
"River Artsfest is a celebration of fine arts and fine local music with live artist demonstrations and hands-on art activities for all ages! More than 180 artists from around the country and right here in Memphis gather to exhibit and sell their latest works of original fine arts."
Indie Memphis Film Festival
October 24, 2023 - October 29, 2023
The Indie Memphis Film Festival brings a range of independent features, documentaries, and short films to Memphis from all corners of the world. We are inspired by the social and artistic history of Memphis, as a majority Black city in the South.
Dia de los Muertos Parade & Festival
October 28, 2023
"Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, along with the Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, holds this annual event, where families are invited to honor ancestors and celebrate the cycle of life and death."
Memphis Mushroom Festival
November 3, 2023 - November 5, 2023
"The purpose of the Memphis Mushroom Festival is to unify the mid-south in a mission to celebrate and improve the relationship with sustainability, healthy foods, to support the legalization of all plant medicines, and a create a better understanding of the benefits plant medicines provide in a region that needs it most."
Memphis Japan Festival
November 5, 2023
"A family-friendly, interactive and hands-on experience of Japanese culture featuring food,
entertainment, games, crafts and more!"
Memphis Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival
December 1, 2023
"It’s the most wonderful time of the year for a Holly, Jolly Cocktail Festival!
Sip festive cocktails, listen to music and visit the big man in red himself!"
Grind City Fest
TBA
'The two-day festival will be held at Grind City Brewing Company. The venue features a backdrop of unique views of Memphis and sits on 1.75 acres of green space located just five minutes north of downtown."
Memphis Soul Music Festival
TBA
"Talented local, regional and national musical artists will come together for the Second Annual Memphis Soul Music Festival. Proceeds will be dedicated to a capital campaign aimed at establishing a transitional housing community for mothers and their children impacted by HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, Substance Use Disorder."
Memphis Rox Yoga Festival
TBA
"The Memphis Rox Yoga Festival is an invitation to salute our remarkable city, our amazing yoga community and our partnership with Memphis Rox through yoga practice, music, discussion and celebration."
Beale Street Art Crawl Festival
TBA
"Going on it's 4th year, the festival will feature an art market with a variety of art forms and merchandise from established artists, artisan businesses, and nonprofits."
3rd Annual Edge Motorfest
TBA
"Enjoy all that the Edge District has to offer for the 3rd Annual Edge Motor fest and Car Show! Come see over 150 vehicles, compete for 20+ awards, food trucks and local entertainment"
Soulsville USA Festival
TBA
"One of the goals of the Soulsville USA Festival is to educate the city about those who have contributed to Memphis's soulful musical history and introduce them to those of us who are contributing to the city's soulful future."
Memphis Brewfest x Memphis Brunchfest
TBA
"Memphis Brew Fest highlights quality beers from the local region and beyond. The festival features a wide variety of American craft beers as well as exotic international brews, with a background of live music and the scenery of downtown Memphis."
Rivercity Jazz & Music Fest
TBA
"Fresh Ideas Entertainment will host the 3rd Annual River City Jazz and Music Fest at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts."
Let's Brunch Memphis
TBA
"Join us for this Memphis Brunch Festival and sample the very best brunch offerings from some of the best restaurants around the city - and enjoy delicious Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and more tasty springtime cocktails to get you in the Brunch Spirit!"
Plug901's Happy Hour Guide
I usually update y'all on happy hours after I am experience them but I realized that I should have a guide on the site for happy hours as well. So now you will be able to plan out your bar hoping in advance.
Be sure to drink responsibly and happy Bar hopping!!
** Disclaimer:
For restaurants that have "Daily" mentioned it usually means they have happy hour Mon-Sat. Cordova will include places in Bartlett and East Memphis will include places in Collierville and Germantown.
Be sure to drink responsibly and happy Bar hopping!!
** Disclaimer:
For restaurants that have "Daily" mentioned it usually means they have happy hour Mon-Sat. Cordova will include places in Bartlett and East Memphis will include places in Collierville and Germantown.
Board Art district
Salt|Soy (Daily 5pm-6pm)
Cordova
Bahama Breeze (HH on Sunday)
Bonefish Grill
Kooky Canuck (Temporarily Closed)
Y Not Bar
Crosstown
Crosstown Art Bar (Tues-Thurs 5pm-7pm)
Wolf River Brisket Co. (Daily 3pm-6pm)
Salt|Soy (Daily 5pm-6pm)
Cordova
Bahama Breeze (HH on Sunday)
Bonefish Grill
Kooky Canuck (Temporarily Closed)
Y Not Bar
Crosstown
Crosstown Art Bar (Tues-Thurs 5pm-7pm)
Wolf River Brisket Co. (Daily 3pm-6pm)
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Downtown
117 Prime (HH on Sat) Automatic Slim’s (Daily Specials see Website) Bar Hustle (HH on Sat) Bardog Tavern Bishop (Daily 4pm-6pm) Bleu Restaurant & Lounge (Wine Specials on Sat) Blind Bear Carolina Watershed (Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm) Catherine & Mary’s (HH on Sat) Cimas (HH on Sat) Curfew (Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm) Evelyn & Olive Hu. Roof (Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm) Loflin Yard (Tues-Fri 4pm-7pm) Lucy’s (WineDown Wed 6:30pm-9pm) Kooky Canuck Longshot (HH on Sat) Memphis Clover Club (Mon-Fri 7am-7pm) Old Dominick Distillery (Thurs 4pm-6pm) Peabody Corner Bar (HH on Sat/Sun check menu) Sage (Wed-Thurs 5pm-9pm Fri-Sat 5pm-7pm) Soul & Spirits Brewing(Wed $5 Pints) South of Beale (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm) Texas de Brazil The Brass Door The Terrace At the River Inn Tug’s Casual Grill (HH on Sat) WKND Hang Suite |
East Memphis
Agavos Cocina & Tequila (Mon-Fri 11am-6pm) Amerigo Italian Restaurant (HH On Sat) Babalu East Big Bill’s Belly Acres (Thurs-Sat 4pm-6pm) Bonefish Grill Char (HH on Sat/Sun) Grey Fine Cheese & Entertaining Henhouse Wine Bar Hog & Hominy (Margarita Mondays 4pm-10pm) Hopdoddy Burger Bar In Love Memphis Magnolia May (Tues-Wed 4pm-6pm Thurs-Sat 3pm-6pm) Mellow Mushroom Memphis Pizza Cafe (Multiple EastMem Location) Prive(5pm-7pm) Pimentos (Daily 3pm-Close) Ruth Chris (HH on Sun) Rock’n Dough Pizza Brewery Salsa Mexican Restaurant Salt (Parkway Village) Serv (Fri - Sun 5pm-7pm) South of Beale East (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm) Season 52 Stoney River The Bluff Torchy’s Tacos (HH on Weekend) Wolf River Brisket Co. (Daily 3pm-6pm) Edge District Edge Alley (Thurs 5-9) Inkwell (Wed - Fri 5pm-7pm) |
Midtown
Alchemy (Wed-Sat 4pm-6pm)
Babalu Midtown
Belly Acres Overton Square (Thurs-Sat 4pm-6pm)
Boscos Squared
Café Ole
Cameo Cocktail Bar (listed at bottom of FAQ)
Celtic Crossing Irish Pub
Complicated Pilgrim (Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm)
Ecco on Overton Park (Tues-Thurs 4:30pm-9:00pm)
Knifebird Wine Bar (HH on Sat)
Memphis Pizza Cafe
Molly’s La Casita (HH on Sat)
The Second line (Daily 4pm-6pm)
Thrive Midtown (Wed-Fri 5pm-8pm)
Alchemy (Wed-Sat 4pm-6pm)
Babalu Midtown
Belly Acres Overton Square (Thurs-Sat 4pm-6pm)
Boscos Squared
Café Ole
Cameo Cocktail Bar (listed at bottom of FAQ)
Celtic Crossing Irish Pub
Complicated Pilgrim (Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm)
Ecco on Overton Park (Tues-Thurs 4:30pm-9:00pm)
Knifebird Wine Bar (HH on Sat)
Memphis Pizza Cafe
Molly’s La Casita (HH on Sat)
The Second line (Daily 4pm-6pm)
Thrive Midtown (Wed-Fri 5pm-8pm)
Inexpensive Wine/Cocktail Menu
Bayou Bar & Grill
Ciao Bella Italian Grill(signature cocktail menu inexpensive)
Bayou Bar & Grill
Ciao Bella Italian Grill(signature cocktail menu inexpensive)
Plug901's Rooftop Guide
Hey y'all! It's almost summer so I know that knowing where to go after work and on the weekends is important! So, I wanted to start a list of rooftops since we are finally getting more! Thank God!
Tiger and Peacock at The Memphian Hotel
This is a new addition for us and is located in vibrant Midtown. The hotel opened up this year and has an onsite restaurant and rooftop bar! The rooftop bar is now open to the public. This is the only hotel in Overton Square and I hope there are more to come. I haven't been in yet but it looks really nice and trendy!
The Peabody Hotel
Old Faithful! When we were struggling for a rooftop vibe The Peabody hotel was there to bring us parties, good drinks, and views! And although the rooftop parties are still on pause until spring of 2022 The Peabody is now offering Sunset Social Hour! This will give you a chance to hear a little music, have some cocktails, and enjoy the beautiful view of the city from The Peabody Hotel. Dates for the Sunset Social Hour are on the event calendar.
Hu Hotel
This rooftop has been closed for a little while but I recently saw them post about reopening this summer and I am super excited! I love the decor of this place and the fact that there is an indoor and outdoor option for sitting! When they were open the bartenders were really nice and the drinks were good!
Beck and Call at Hyatt Centric
This is another newbie! The rooftop is located inside of the Hyatt Centric which is the first and only hotel on Beale Street. I've been inside the hotel and it is NICE!! I haven't been to the rooftop yet but the pictures are really pretty!
Old Dominick Distillery
I love this place! They have a rooftop bar with indoor and outdoor seating options as well! The rooftop isn't extremely high BUT it still has a nice view, vibe, and great drinks! Plus, Old Dominick has Memphis Made spirits and so much Memphis history! IT'S A WHOLE DISTILLERY WHERE THEY MAKE THE LIQUOR! That alone is enough for me! *I'm a bar nerd Lol*
Eight & Sand at Central Station
So, this one is classified as a patio according to central station however, I feel like it meets rooftop criteria. Lol Eight & Sand is a dope ass cocktails bar and lounge located inside of the massive Central Station Hotel. This place is gorgeous and ideal for several fake off guards! But the lounge isn't what I consider to be the rooftop it is the elevated patio that is upstairs. This (rooftop) patio is perfect for nice weather and has a decent view if you ask me! It is at the railroad track and also perfect for pictures!
Mississippi Terrace at the Pyramid/ The Lookout at The Pyramid
Both of these are at Big Cypress Lodge AKA The Pyramid. I included both because they both have amazing views and bars but only one of them is referred to as a "rooftop". Mississippi Terrace is a rooftop patio that opened in late 2019 with fire pits, lounge furniture, and high-top tables. They have really good drinks and the view is gorgeous especially at sunset. I went here for my birthday last year and really enjoyed my visit. Now, the lookout, to get to this one you have to take a ride on the country's tallest elevator to reach your destination but you won't be disappointed when you get there. This one is technically a restaurant but the reason it is called the lookout is because of the glass balcony outside of the dining area at the top of the pyramid that gives you a view of the entire city. I recently saw that they have been opening the glass doors on the inside of the restaurant and I fell in love. I have to have dinner there one night with the doors open! Either one will give your rooftop experience.
Well, guys, that is it for now but more rooftops are coming, and as they open I will add them to our list! I've included the links to each rooftop so just click on the name and it will take you to the website! Y'all have fun, explore, and be safe!
Tiger and Peacock at The Memphian Hotel
This is a new addition for us and is located in vibrant Midtown. The hotel opened up this year and has an onsite restaurant and rooftop bar! The rooftop bar is now open to the public. This is the only hotel in Overton Square and I hope there are more to come. I haven't been in yet but it looks really nice and trendy!
The Peabody Hotel
Old Faithful! When we were struggling for a rooftop vibe The Peabody hotel was there to bring us parties, good drinks, and views! And although the rooftop parties are still on pause until spring of 2022 The Peabody is now offering Sunset Social Hour! This will give you a chance to hear a little music, have some cocktails, and enjoy the beautiful view of the city from The Peabody Hotel. Dates for the Sunset Social Hour are on the event calendar.
Hu Hotel
This rooftop has been closed for a little while but I recently saw them post about reopening this summer and I am super excited! I love the decor of this place and the fact that there is an indoor and outdoor option for sitting! When they were open the bartenders were really nice and the drinks were good!
Beck and Call at Hyatt Centric
This is another newbie! The rooftop is located inside of the Hyatt Centric which is the first and only hotel on Beale Street. I've been inside the hotel and it is NICE!! I haven't been to the rooftop yet but the pictures are really pretty!
Old Dominick Distillery
I love this place! They have a rooftop bar with indoor and outdoor seating options as well! The rooftop isn't extremely high BUT it still has a nice view, vibe, and great drinks! Plus, Old Dominick has Memphis Made spirits and so much Memphis history! IT'S A WHOLE DISTILLERY WHERE THEY MAKE THE LIQUOR! That alone is enough for me! *I'm a bar nerd Lol*
Eight & Sand at Central Station
So, this one is classified as a patio according to central station however, I feel like it meets rooftop criteria. Lol Eight & Sand is a dope ass cocktails bar and lounge located inside of the massive Central Station Hotel. This place is gorgeous and ideal for several fake off guards! But the lounge isn't what I consider to be the rooftop it is the elevated patio that is upstairs. This (rooftop) patio is perfect for nice weather and has a decent view if you ask me! It is at the railroad track and also perfect for pictures!
Mississippi Terrace at the Pyramid/ The Lookout at The Pyramid
Both of these are at Big Cypress Lodge AKA The Pyramid. I included both because they both have amazing views and bars but only one of them is referred to as a "rooftop". Mississippi Terrace is a rooftop patio that opened in late 2019 with fire pits, lounge furniture, and high-top tables. They have really good drinks and the view is gorgeous especially at sunset. I went here for my birthday last year and really enjoyed my visit. Now, the lookout, to get to this one you have to take a ride on the country's tallest elevator to reach your destination but you won't be disappointed when you get there. This one is technically a restaurant but the reason it is called the lookout is because of the glass balcony outside of the dining area at the top of the pyramid that gives you a view of the entire city. I recently saw that they have been opening the glass doors on the inside of the restaurant and I fell in love. I have to have dinner there one night with the doors open! Either one will give your rooftop experience.
Well, guys, that is it for now but more rooftops are coming, and as they open I will add them to our list! I've included the links to each rooftop so just click on the name and it will take you to the website! Y'all have fun, explore, and be safe!
