Black-Owned Holiday Bazaar
Hattiloo Theatre
Through December 17
Hattiloo Theatre invites you to a festive marketplace celebrating and supporting Black entrepreneurship. Explore a unique selection of handcrafted jewelry, cozy creations, artisanal treats, and more from 12 Black-owned vendors.
Strange Tales: The Thing
Pink Palace Museum & Mansion
Thursday, December 4, 5:30 p.m.
Holtermonster curates a monthly film event at the Pink Palace, and this month it’s The Thing. Every event includes exclusive pre-show programming chosen to enhance your enjoyment and knowledge of the featured film, and one free beer is included with your ticket. Tickets are $25.75.
Deck the Walls
Sheet Cake Gallery
Thursday, December 4, 6 p.m.
Join Contemporary Arts Memphis (CAM) for its inaugural holiday celebration and annual fundraiser, celebrating the creativity of Memphis young artists. Guests will enjoy live performances, curated food and drink, and the opportunity to purchase original artwork created by the young artists in CAM’s programs. Tickets start at $135.23.
Cabaret Noel: An Emerald Christmas Special
TheatreWorks @ The Square
Friday-Saturday, December 5-6, 8 p.m. | Sunday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m.
Emerald Theatre Company proudly presents its milestone holiday production, Cabaret Noel 10: An Emerald Christmas Special. This year marks the 10th installment of the beloved Memphis holiday cabaret with a new spin, promising audiences a sparkling mix of laughter, nostalgia, and festive cheer — all with the signature flair of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin Christmas Specials from the past. Tickets are $23.18.
Krampus Dance Party
Bar DKDC
Friday, December 5, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
It’s Krampusnacht, all-night Krampus dance party! Spooky attire or ugly sweaters are encouraged! The evening starts off with glam/goth rockers vampire police and transitions to ’80s, darkwave, and goth DJ sets by local DJs Evonech, Kid Mestizo, and Roman Wilder. $12/cover. 21+.
St. Jude Memphis Marathon
Memphis
Saturday, December 6, 5:30 a.m.
Are you going to run, walk, cheer? Hide in fear? Well, here’s your heads-up that the St. Jude Memphis Marathon is happening this weekend.
901 on Ice
Playhouse on the Square
Saturday, December 6, 1-8 p.m.
Enjoy ice skating, sledding, holiday shops, live performances, and photos with Santa — all while celebrating community collaboration at its best. This year’s celebration includes a special partnership with Playhouse on the Square’s Wizard of Oz production, where 100 families have been sponsored to attend the show as part of a community gift initiative.
Raised by Sound Fest
Crosstown Concourse
Saturday, December 6, 1 p.m.
Experience a full day of free live music at WYXR’s Raised By Sound Fest presented by MEMPHO! Enjoy performances at Crosstown Concourse from local legends, rising stars, and artists influenced by Memphis’ rich musical history. The lineup includes Blue Tom Revue at 1 p.m., Deonna Sirod at 2:10 p.m., Melinda at 3 p.m., Jake Xerxes Fussell at 3:55 p.m., and Jay Som 5:30 p.m. The headline event is sold-out, but you can still get tickets for the after-party, which will be a musical and visual immersive experience featuring a collaborative performance by Larry Heard (aka Mr. Fingers), Kid Millions, and Cloudland Canyon. More info at RaisedBySoundFest.com.
Edge District Art Crawl
Edge Triangle
Saturday, December 6, 5-9 p.m.
Explore one of Memphis’ most creative neighborhoods at the Edge District Art Crawl as you wander through galleries, discover your new favorite local artists, take in live exhibits throughout the evening, and grab a bite or enjoy a drink as you explore. Participating galleries and studios include Contemporary Arts Memphis, Ugly Art Co., Sheet Cake Gallery, Marshall Arts Gallery, Slow Down Dry Goods, and Something Solid Studio.
Delight: Annual Holiday Celebration
Crosstown Concourse
Friday, December 5, 5-8 p.m.
See Crosstown Concourse light up with holiday cheer during a night of festive delight. Expect live music and a DJ, holiday crafts, face painters, iceless skating, a caricature, artist, free movie screening, a visit from the Grinch, winter games, and more.
Stumbling Santa Holiday Pub Crawl
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
Saturday, December 6, 7-11 p.m.
Roam from bar to bar Downtown, with stops planned along Beale Street. Crawlers are encouraged to dress in their best festive attire — whether as Santa Claus, reindeer, elves, what have you. Arrive with either a new, unwrapped toy, or a cash donation as admission. Toy donations, such as puzzles, dolls, trucks, and building blocks, should encourage early learning for children under age 5. (Go here for toy ideas.)
Overton Square Tree Lighting
Overton Square
Saturday, December 6, 5-7 p.m.
Get your photo with Santa, enjoy live music by Deep Roots and the Snowden Choir, play in “snow,” and pick up free hot chocolate and goodies. Face painting and balloon artists will be on hand with plenty more fun to discover. Free to attend.
Holiday Sip & Shop
Metal Museum
Saturday, December 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Explore a curated selection of handcrafted gifts and unique treasures from talented artists. Enjoy complementary refreshments and cookies as you shop.
Cyrena Wages at the Hotel Pontotoc Garden Stage
The Dame at The Hotel Pontotoc
Saturday, December 6, 6-9 p.m.
In Hotel Pontotoc’s first-ever ticketed concert in the courtyard on the Garden Stage, Cyrena Wages brings her rich blend of country, soul, and roots-rock with special guest Lina Beach. Drinks on deck from the Garden Bar to keep the vibes high all night long. Tickets are $30 in advance.
MMDC Holiday Market
The Ugly Art Company
Sunday, December 7, noon-3 p.m.
This community-favorite pop-up from the Memphis Medical District Collaborative brings together Memphis-made goods, handcrafted gifts, wellness products, art, home items, holiday treats, and so much more from small businesses. See this year’s vendor list here.
Acoustic Sunday Live! The Concert To Protect Our Aquifer
First Congregational Church
Sunday, December 7, 7-10 p.m.
Join Acoustic Sunday Live for a night of music supporting protection, conservation, and management of the Memphis Sand Aquifer. This year features Shemekia Copeland, Bobby Rush performing with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, James McMurtry, and Alice Howe & Freebo, with special guests Eric Lewis and Jimmy Davis. Tickets start at $50.
There’s always something happening in Memphis. See a full calendar of events here.
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