Life of Memphis is rich in culinary events being of great interest and attraction for city guests. A visit to the city during one of the brightest and remarkable events will let to fully embrace the atmosphere of festivity and celebration of Memphis. All the national holidays are accompanied with many interesting and entertaining events. The most remarkable and well known city fest is the annual festival named Memphis in May.
The city of Memphis was established in 1819 and inherited its name from the ancient capital of Egypt. Novel and beautiful city of Memphis features only few of historical landmarks and sights … Open
Major part of entertaining centers, popular restaurants and night clubs are concentrated in the Beale Street. The street hosts the most famous blues-café of the city named the Blues City … Open
This day city residents and guests commonly spend outdoors in the open air with friends and relatives. Almost all local people migrate to the nearest parks and gardens or in the country for picnicking. Only at nightfall they come back home to witness the farewell performance. Grand concert with famous musicians taking part and a great pyrotechnic show close the festival. Among other national fests and holidays tourists should also keep in sight the Italian festival taking place in a scenic park of Market. The most remarkable event of the summer is the Carnival Memphis which is as well accompanied with many bright parades and exciting culinary shows.
1. Tourists can get from the Airport to the city center by Downtown-Airport Shuttle. The cost of the trip will be 15 dollars. Tourists traveling with families or big companies should better … Open
Of interest is the Memphis Music & Heritage Festival that takes place at the beginning of the first autumn month, when the central streets of the city are filled with fun. All thanks to music concerts, art exhibitions, dance performances, and local food tastings. At this time, the festival is attended by over one hundred thousand participants arriving from all over the United States. Opera lovers prefer to visit Memphis in early April when the Midtown Opera Festival starts here. The venue for the event is the Playhouse on the Square. The festival program involves not only concerts but also specialized competitions and masterclasses.
A. Schwab store opened in 1876 is a real historic attraction in Memphis. An old two-story red-brick building now houses unique shops where you can buy exclusive souvenirs and gifts for loved … Open
Families will be interested in visiting Memphis at the end of September when it hosts the Bartlett Festival with its colorful competitions for people of all ages, a hand-made art fair, an exhibition of artworks and cars, dozens of children's activities, as well as a salute marking the end of the festival. The beginning of October is marked by a 2-day event filled with pure fun. This is the Mempho Music Fest, during which one can taste local dishes and listen to good music in Shelby Farms Park. Camping is available during the festival, which is very good news for outdoor enthusiasts.