Mid-South Maze @ The Agricenter
October schedule – Wednesday through Friday, 4-10 p.m. Saturday, noon until 10 p.m. & Sunday, noon until 8 p.m.
Jump start your Halloween getting lost at this year’s soccer design maze. Other activities offered at a nominal fee include jumping pillow, corn cannon, and haunted hayride. Also get ready to celebrate a family-friendly Halloween on Wednesday, October 30th.
Wednesday nights are Family Nights. Free hayride and bonfire on Family Nights. Maze becomes haunted on Friday and Saturday nights starting at dusk.
$8/adult. $5/child ages 6-12. Haunted Maze is $15/person · Visit Mid-South Maze or call 870-6338 for details.
Super Hero Day @ Brown M.B. Church
Thursday, October 3, 5-8 p.m.
Are you ready to mingle with super/real life heroes? Join Chick-fil-A Southaven for an interactive meet n greet with favorite Marvel/DC Heroes and Real Life Heroes from the Southaven Police, Fire, Emergency Services and the Desoto County Sheriff Search and Rescue.
$10/person. Includes Chick-fil-A boxed meal and beverage, cotton candy & popcorn · Go to Eventbrite for tickets.
#TBT Film Series: "Throwback Thursdays" @ Studio on the Square
Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Would you be interested in watching throwback flicks from the 80’s and 90’s? Then you are in for a treat as Malco debuts a new Thursday Night Series showcasing these films. October line-up includes The Goonies, The Big Lebowski, Sixteen Candles, Braveheart, and A Nightmare on Elm Street.
$6/film · Go to Malco to purchase tickets.
PB & J: Lucky 7 Brass Band @ GPAC
Saturday, October 5, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.
Gather your little ones and enjoy music by one of the new brass bands in town. GPAC kicks off its 24th season with Lucky 7 Brass Band performing everything from soul and rock to rap and pop.
$8/child. Includes up to two adults · 751-7500
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Strong GIRL Fest @ Hutchison School
Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Here is a shout out to all girls to be part of a one-of-a-kind event at Hutchison School. Try your hand at rock robotics, optimize your leadership potential at Glass Ceiling Bootcamp, train like an athlete, nurture art and beauty, learn skills to build and grow, check out energy zone, enjoy performances on three stages, and more.
Free community event for girls (ages 3-14) · Visit Strong GIRL Fest for details.
22nd Annual STEP UP for Down Syndrome Walk @ Christian Brothers University
Sunday, October 6, from noon until 4 p.m.
STEP UP to be part of this disability awareness event and join other mid-southerners in a one-mile fun walk. This annual fund-raiser features a family picnic, children’s activities, live entertainment, food trucks, team and individual prizes, and more.
$15/adult. $10/child · Visit DSAM to register.
Magically Mozart @ Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Sunday, October 6, 2-5 p.m.
Are you ready to experience the magic of Mozart in the great outdoors? Head over to the Dixon to enjoy operatic excerpts from classics such as The Magic Flute, meet n greet with characters, activities, and games.
Free · 257-3100
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47th Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair @ Audubon Park
October 11-13, Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Shop, play, and explore at this one-of-a-kind fair taking place in Audubon Park. This annual event features over 200 craftsman and artists, live entertainment, a kid's activities tent, craftsman demo tent, petting zoo, train ride, and food trucks.
$10/adult. $5/child ages 5-12. Two day pass: $17 · 636-2362
Mommy, Me, & Music at Studio A @ Stax Museum
Saturday, October 12, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Bring your little ones for an interactive experience engaging through music and movement at the Stax Museum. Children ages 1-5 enjoy themed activities facilitated by the Director of Education in partnership with Children’s Museum of Memphis and Mr. Dave.
Free · 942-7685
Steve Trash - Ecology is Awesome! @ BPACC
Saturday, October 12, 2:30-4 p.m.
Would you be interested in a fun show focusing on the science of conservation? Join Steve Trash as he takes families on an interactive journey exploring ecology through music, tricks, Garbage Monsters and more.
$15/adult. $10/child · 385-5588
Reelfoot Lake Pelican Festival @ Reelfoot Lake State Park in Tiptonville, TN
October 18-20, from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Got a budding bird watcher in the family? Join the festivities at Reelfoot Lake State Park and enjoy Pelican Pontoon Tours, duck decoy and concrete pelican painting, native nocturnal animals with Bob Tarter, nigh hike with owls, and more.
Admission is free. $14 for guided tour. $7 to paint duck or pelican. Reservations required for guided tours · 731-253-9652
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Zoo Boo @ Memphis Zoo
October 18-20, 25-27 & 31, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Gather up your ghosts and goblins for seven nights of fright at the zoo. Features candy stations, straw mazes, crafts, a haunted hayride, magic shows, Dracula’s disco and more.
$15/person. Advance discounts available · 333-6500
"Light Up the Night" @ Beale Street Landing
Friday, October 18, 6-9 p.m.
Decoding Dyslexia TN is #redeeming red in Memphis for Dyslexia Awareness Month. Join for lighting the bridge RED, learn about resources, and mingle with other families. Top Dawgz and Dream Machine Ice Cream food trucks are available on site.
Free. Registration required · Go to Eventbrite to register.