Memphis Hope Fest

To celebrate Memphis upcoming 207th birthday, Shelby County Commissioner Charlie Caswell Jr., and other city leaders are hosting the Memphis Hope Festival on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 02:00 p.m. to 08:00 p.m. at Tom Lee Park.

With the support of the Shelby County Government, the City of Memphis, Hope Center, Agape Child and Family Services, and multiple faith-based organizations, this year’s birthday aims to celebrate the best Memphis has to offer — a day of fun for families, expungement services, resources, local vendors, food trucks, children activities, sports events, live entertainment, local artists, and family fun to kickoff an amazing birthday. 

A highlight of the event will include the highly anticipated County vs City Basketball Game, an evening concert series, and a fireworks show to close out the festivities.

This event aims to create a Hope-Centered city that demonstrates hope, improves public safety, health, educational success, economic mobility, and unity. This will be a transformative event that brings together culture, data, direct services, and civic pride in one powerful day of activation that will resonate throughout our community. 

For additional event details, including registration information for vendors and attendees, please visit www.MemphisHopeFest.com.