18 Things to Do in Memphis This Week · April 30–May 3, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

Power of Music Honors presented by Soulsville Foundation

A special honors event celebrating music's power, presented by the Soulsville Foundation at Crosstown Theater.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 7:00 PM · Crosstown Theater, Memphis

RiverBeat Music Festival

Three-day music festival on the riverfront featuring Dave Matthews Band, Wu-Tang Clan, Ice Cube, Marshmello, St. Vincent, Lord Huron, T-Pain, and 40+ more artists at Tom Lee Park.

Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Tom Lee Park, Memphis

Music & Nightlife

Epic Thursdays at District 12 Social Club

District 12 Social Club reopens its outside space for Epic Thursdays with bottle service starting at $200 until midnight.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 9:00 PM · District 12 Social Club, Memphis

Mosh Madness at Growlers

A high-energy mosh pit event at Growlers for fans of heavy and punk-adjacent music.

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:00 PM · Growlers, Memphis

Olive Social: Rooftop Rhythm at Aloft Memphis Downtown

Olive Social brings its signature curated rooftop experience back to Aloft Memphis Downtown for community building, good vibes, and connections.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Aloft Memphis Downtown, Memphis

Riverbeat After Dark at Wiseacre

MAD Events, New Dreams, and Wiseacre team up for a festival afterparty with EDM DJs and a killer sound system at Wiseacre's downtown taproom following RiverBeat.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:00 PM · Wiseacre Brewery Downtown Taproom, Memphis

Date Night

Memphis Speed Dating (33-42 Age Group)

Structured speed dating event for the 33–42 age group — a fun and low-pressure way to meet new people in Memphis.

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:00 PM · Memphis

Sunday Yoga Flow at Ghost River Brewing

Pay-what-you-can all-levels yoga flow on the patio at Ghost River Brewing every Sunday, with a discount on beers and cocktails after class.

Sunday, May 3, 2026 11:00 AM · Ghost River Brewing, Memphis

The Peabody Rooftop Party

The Peabody's rooftop party returns for its seasonal Thursday run with live bands and DJs every week from April through August, with food, drinks, and VIP options.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 6:00 PM · The Peabody, Memphis

Arts & Culture

Hattiloo Presents: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Hattiloo Theatre stages August Wilson's powerful play Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, celebrating the legacy of the 'Mother of the Blues.'

Thursday, April 30, 2026 7:30 PM · Hattiloo Theatre, Memphis

Outdoors & Active

Memphis Social Bicycle Club Thursday Ride

The Memphis Social Bicycle Club's weekly Thursday group ride — shooting for 20+ miles of adventure through the city this week.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Memphis (route announced day-of)

BUILT TO MOVE: Anatomy in Action Yoga Workshop

A weekend workshop with Dr. Sara Michael, PT, DPT and Emily Smith, ERYT-500 exploring how your body moves and how to apply anatomy practically to your yoga practice.

Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Hot Yoga Plus Memphis

901 Run Club Sunday Runday at Crosstown

Memphis's most engaged run club meets at Crosstown Concourse for a Sunday group run with 2- and 4-mile options at 4PM.

Sunday, May 3, 2026 4:00 PM · Crosstown Concourse, 1350 Crosstown Ave, Memphis

Sports

10th Annual Sea Isle Park 5K

The beloved MRTC 10th Annual Sea Isle Park 5K returns — run or walk, then stay for awards and door prizes from generous sponsors.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Sea Isle Park, Memphis

Free Events

Yoga on the River with Candace

Free outdoor yoga every Tuesday evening at River Garden — a beloved Downtown Memphis seasonal wellness tradition.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:00 PM · River Garden, Downtown Memphis

Family-Friendly

WSC Memphis Farmers Market Trip

Women's Social Club Memphis hosts a group outing to the local farmers market for members to connect and explore fresh local produce together.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Memphis Farmers Market

Ninja 901 Adventure Course Drop-In

Test your skills on the Ninja 901 Adventure Course at Memphis Sports and Events Center — perfect for birthdays, date nights, or family fun.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Memphis Sports and Events Center, Memphis

Food & Drink

I Love Pho & Grill Grand Opening – Midtown

A new Vietnamese restaurant has opened on Union Ave in Midtown, serving steamy bowls of pho, grilled kabobs, dumplings, bánh mì, bubble tea, and more.

Friday, May 1, 2026 · 1710 Union Ave, Memphis