LGBTQ+ travelers to Memphis can find travel resources here, including details on the Mid-South's biggest Pride event (Memphis Pride Fest Weekend), Tri-State Black Pride and curated entertainment, nightlife and resource recommendations.
LGBTQ+ travelers to Memphis can find travel resources here, including details on the Mid-South's biggest Pride event (Memphis Pride Fest Weekend), Tri-State Black Pride and curated entertainment, nightlife and resource recommendations.
2024 dates & details for memphis LGBTQ+ FESTIVALS
MEMPHIS PRIDE FESTIVAL
May 30 - June 2, 2024
June 13-16, 2024
Nightlife & Entertainment
Whether you want to get down on the dance floor, enjoy a show, or just relax at the bar, Memphis has a spot just for you.
ATOMIC ROSE
Just a few steps from Beale Street, Atomic Rose nightclub is downtown’s weekend hot spot for drag shows, competitions, Sunday brunch, bingo and late-night dancing. Atomic Rose is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and we recommend arriving early to get a good seat! Check their schedule for performance times and brunch info.
DRU’S BAR
Dru’s Bar in Midtown prides themselves on their friendly atmosphere. So sit back, grab a PBR and pick out a song on the jukebox, or grab a few more as liquid courage to get on stage for karaoke. Check their schedule for Drag Shows, karaoke comedy shows and other events. The bar is non-smoking and has a brand new patio as of summer 2021.
THE PUMPING STATION
Located in the heart of the Crosstown neighborhood, the Pumping Station has been open since 2001. Get your leather out because Wednesday night is Leather Kilt, Kink and More (or Less!). Check out the Pumping Station site or social for all upcoming events.
FRIENDS OF GEORGE’S
This volunteer community theater organization creates alternative performances for the LGBTQ+ community. Check Friends of George's events line-up for performances of the first show they ever produced, "George's Truck Stop and Drag Bar," at Midtown Memphis-area theatres.
pride crosswalks in memphis
COOPER-YOUNG RAINBOW CROSSWALK
Memphis made history when local citizens installed the state of Tennessee's first rainbow crosswalk across Young Avenue in the Cooper Young Historic District in November 2019.
OVERTON SQUARE CROSSWALKS
In spring 2021, local activist groups, citizens, and businesses came together to install two new crosswalks in the Overton Square Entertainment District. The Inclusive Rainbow Crosswalk is a colorful representation the entire LGBTQA+ community and the Black Lives Matter Crosswalk shows solidarity and support for the African-American community.
Both crosswalks span Cooper Street in front of the black repertory theater Hattiloo.
WELCOMING PLACES OF WORSHIP
Check websites for virtual, in-person and schedule information.
LGBTQ+ Media OUTLETS in memphis
Before or during your visit, check out these local media outlets focused on serving the LGBTQ+ community in Memphis.
FOCUS MID-SOUTH
A Memphis-based magazine dedicated to the LGBTQ community and its allies, featuring in-depth profiles, an events calendar, and stories focused on arts, theater, culture and travel. Virtual magazine issues are also available in addition to print.
RE: FOCUS PODCAST
Equal parts irreverent and classy, this podcast brings you up to speed on important news and timely topics in the Bluff City’s LGBTQ community.
MEMPHIS GAYDAR
The Memphis Flyer’s blog focused on local and regional LGBTQ events, happenings and news.
THE UNLEASHED VOICE
A Memphis-based publication amplifying the voices of the multicultural LGBTQ community, and featuring community news, artist features, fashion, relationships and more.
