25+ Things To Do This Weekend

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THINGS TO DO ALL WEEKEND

MidSouthCon, Memphis Vitality Hotel, Friday til Sunday, $60/weekend pass

This is the longest-running annual fan-run multi-genre Science Fiction Convention in the Mid-South. Get ready for another amazing weekend celebrating all things science fiction, fantasy, comics, anime, gaming, and more! Meet incredible guests, explore hundreds of hours of programming, enjoy nonstop tabletop gaming, check out the Art Show and Dealer’s Room, and experience the creativity of our Masquerade costume contest.

THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY

Happy first day of Spring! 🌸

Kids Nature Journaling, Overton Park, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., $5

This session invites 3rd to 5th graders to explore the wonders of nature while developing their observation and artistic skills. Participants will learn to document the wild wonders of the Old Forest through sketches and notes. This hands-on, creative activity is perfect for sparking curiosity and connecting with nature! Supplies provided, but kids are welcome to bring their own notebooks, pencils, markers, etc.

Spring Break Mane, Minnie Wagner Park, Noon - 3 p.m., free to attend

Enjoy FREE carnival-style fun hosted by Play Your Park, featuring food, a DJ, video games, bounce houses, and activities for all ages. No preregistration required. The first 500 Memphis Parks members will receive FREE food. Just share your name and household members’ names at the welcome table.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons, Brooks Museum, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., $50

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Memphis. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay on Strings at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Beyond the Barrel Tour and Cocktail Class, Old Dominick Distillery, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., $85, 21+

In honor of the 125th anniversary of Memphis’s beloved Overton Park, and the 120th anniversary of the Overton Park 9 golf course, Old Dominick Distillery is proud to announce a special blend of straight bourbon whiskeys called Squirrel Tale. This one-of-a-kind whiskey celebrates the role Overton Park has in so many Memphians' stories.  A ticketed Beyond the Barrel tour and Cocktail Class will take place beginning at 6:30 PM. The evening begins with a guided tour led by Old Dominick’s bourbon steward. Explore the production floor, learn more about the distilling process, taste whiskey from the barrel, and hear the stories behind Squirrel Tale and other Old Dominick spirits.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Boston Celtics, FedExForum, 7 p.m., ticket prices vary

Don't miss Memphis Grizzlies Wrestling Night featuring LIVE Memphis Wrestling! Arrive early for pregame matches outside on the doorstep of FedExForum! Then, grab your FREE GRIZZ (YEET! inspired!) sunglasses and get ready for MORE pregame matches inside! Then, catch the Memphis Grizzlies vs Boston Celtics with a wrestling theme + huge Main Event at Halftime.

Phil Wickham Song of the Saints Tour, Landers Center, 7 p.m., tickets starting at $24

Join Phil Wickham with Tauren Wells and special guest Jamie MacDonald on the Song of the Saints Tour! Hitting 24 cities across the US in the Spring of 2026, including Southaven, MS, this tour will feature many of your favorite songs like This Is Our God, House of the Lord, and Hymn of Heaven, as well as new songs from his newly released album, Song of the Saints (What An Awesome God, The King Is In The Room, and Homesick for Heaven). 

Ladies Night Experience ft. DJ Alpha Whiskey, One11 Madison, 8 p.m., $25

Enjoy an elevated evening with signature cocktails and music by DJ Alpha Whiskey.

Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles, Brooks Museum, 8:45 p.m. - 10 p.m., $40-$76

“Here Comes the Sun,” “Strawberry Fields,” “Blackbird,” and more are being performed by the Listeso String Quartet amongst the glow of candlelight.

THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY

Spring Hike, T.O. Fuller Hike, 9 a.m. - Noon, free to attend

Join this guided hike through the park—identify birds and new growth. Dress for the weather, wear close-toed shoes and long sleeves/pants, and bring binoculars if you have them. Water will be available.

Town of Cordova Extravaganza, Bert Ferguson Park, 9:30 a.m. - Noon, free to attend

Enjoy the Town of Cordova’s first-ever Eggstravaganza, a fun-filled Easter celebration. Kids can enjoy age-specific egg hunts, while families explore food trucks, sweet treats, face painting, music, raffles, vendors, and special appearances from favorite characters and the Easter Bunny. Celebrated on the first day of spring, it’s the perfect way to welcome the season and start a new Cordova tradition with the whole community.

Spring Bash, Renasant Convention Center, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., free to attend

Kick off spring with good vibes and nonstop fun at the ultimate party! Expect fun vibes, cool people, and a great time all around. Don’t miss out on this awesome in-person event, perfect for starting your spring with a bang! Bounce houses, face painting, yard games, and concessions will all be part of the bash. Free entry for all not using the bounce houses. $5 wristband for unlimited access to bounce houses. 

Holi & Kite Festival Celebration, Shelby Farms Stables, 11 a.m., free to attend

Enjoy a vibrant day of color, music, dance, and joy to celebrate Holi—the festival of colors! Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with vibrant colors, soaring kites, energetic dance beats, and delicious festive treats! Bring your family and friends to celebrate togetherness, create amazing memories, and experience the joy of community.

Merchants on Broad 10 Year Celebration, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., free to attend

Guests can enjoy a community celebration filled with raffles, artist pop-ups, photo opportunities, fun music, and so much more! Customers can also participate in raffles and giveaways by voting for their favorite items on Instagram and Facebook. 

Make Your Own Fantabulous Fairy House with Becky Zee, Summer Avenue Art and Clay, Noon - 3 p.m., $85

Design and build your own fairy house for your flower garden! Becky Zee will teach you the basics of ceramic work (pinch pot and slab construction) to lay the foundation, and then you will learn how to add windows and doors, create a chimney, apply texture, and make any other details as requested. After you are done, you'll be provided with a rainbow's assortment of clay paints to color your house with. All supplies and tools are included in the price. Ages 14+ with an adult present.

Spring Mixer, Memphis Public Libraries - Randolph Branch, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., free to attend

Leave your mark with paint pens to decorate garden beds & chalk to decorate the sidewalks. There will also be Art to Grow activity for children (sponsored by the Dixon Gallery) and even a petting zoo! (Happy Times Farm- traveling petting zoo in the Memphis area) They will also provide food and music.

Mint Condition Vintage Market, Soul & Spirits Brewery, 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., free to attend

This market is curated to be equal parts home goods and clothing/accessories so there’s a little something something for everyone!

Holi, Brooks Museum, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m., free to attend

Experience the vibrant energy of Holi, the Indian festival that marks the arrival of spring with joy, color, and community. Head to Memphis’ art museum for a day full of festive fun, including hands-on art making, dynamic dance performances, fun music, and traditional henna.

Teen Fest, Chandler Park, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., free to attend

This exciting event, hosted by Play Your Park, invites teens ages 12–17 to step into the spotlight and showcase their musical talents to a live audience. From singers and rappers to musicians and groups, Teen Fest highlights the creativity, passion, and skill of youth across the city.

Shakespeare in the Cemetery, Elmwood Cemetery, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., $15

Do you know why the Capulets and Montagues are fighting?  Nobody else does either.  Who must be sacrificed to stop the violence?  Shakespeare’s story begins as one of his great comedies but ends in perhaps his gravest tragedy.  Laced with sword fights, dancing, timeless poetry, and the world’s most famous young couple, Romeo and Juliet outdoors is a theatrical event not to be missed. Or learned.  This production plays without intermission in 90 minutes.

Journey: Final Frontier Tour, FedExForum, 7 p.m., ticket prices vary

After more than five decades of electrifying performances, chart-topping hits, and timeless anthems, the iconic rock band JOURNEY today announced their FINAL FRONTIER TOUR 2026 will stop at FedExForum on Saturday, March 21. Saying goodbye the only way they know how with a thunderous, full throttle FINAL FRONTIER TOUR. 

THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY

Memphis Hustle x Mid-South Card Show: Cards & Collectibles Night, Landers Center, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., $18-$58

Join the Mid-South Card Show as they host a Cards and Collectibles Show on the Landers Center Concourse during the Memphis Hustle vs Oklahoma City Blue. Please stick around post-game, as the Memphis Hustle will be hosting FULL TEAM AUTOGRAPHS near the court.  This is FREE to all fans with a ticket to the game!

Scandals & Scoundrels, Elmwood Cemetery, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., $20

Elmwood Cemetery is the final resting place of governors, senators, teachers, veterans, poets, holy men and women - all of whom have interesting stories. But some of the deep history found at Elmwood comes with a questionable ending. That's where this tour begins.

Gallery Takeover, Urevbu Contemporary, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., $22-$35

This lively afternoon invites guests to explore the visionary work championed by Sheila Urevbu and her gallery, celebrating contemporary Black artistry in Memphis and beyond. This program offers an engaging opportunity to connect with art, community, and conversation in an inspiring setting.

Kafe Kirk: “Soul Stew” ft. Kenneth Whalum III with Jim Spake & Kirk Smothers, The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., $68

Join Grammy-winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum for Kafé Kirk, an ongoing jazz series in Crosstown Theater featuring musical and spiritual collaborations with special guest artists. This concert will feature songwriter and producer Kenneth Whalum III.