Delta Fair & Music Festival 2019 @ The Agricenter
August 30 through September 8 – times vary
Looking for wholesome family entertainment? Delta Fair & Music Festival brings everything from carnival rides, live music, attractions, and livestock shows, to crafts, culinary & collectibles, petting zoo, and fair food.
$10/adult. $5/child ages 5-12. Free for children 4 and under · Visit Delta Fest for more information.
30 Days of Opera @ Various Locations across Memphis and Mid-South
September, 1-30 – dates & times vary
Here is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your family to opera all month long. Opera Memphis is performing at your favorite outdoor venues including the Germantown Festival, Cooper-Young Festival, the Memphis Farmers Market, the Levitt Shell (September 13) and more.
Free · Visit Opera Memphis Facebook for details.
17th Annual Chick-fil-A 5K @ AutoZone Park
Monday, September 2 – Registration opens at 6 a.m. Race starts at 8 a.m. Kids Dash around 9:15 a.m.
Gather your crew and make this family event your Labor Day tradition. This annual fund-raiser features activities for kids, prizes, commemorative race T-shirts, goody bags with special Chick-fil-A treats, and free Chick-fil-A sandwiches at the finish line. Stick around for a post-race party and the 4th annual Kids Dash. The first 1,500 registrants to cross the finish line receive a commemorative 'Achiever' medal. All Kids Dash participants receive a special participation medal. Benefits the Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South.
$25. Kids Dash: $10 · Go to ChickfilA5K to register online.
20th Annual Hummingbird Migration and Nature Celebration @ Strawberry Plains Audubon Center in Holly Springs, MS
September 6-8, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Interested in getting an up-close view of ruby-throated hummingbirds? Then head to Audubon’s largest outdoor festival to celebrate the wonders of nature. Highlights include banding and releasing of hummingbirds, guided nature walks, wagon rides, live animal shows, kids activity zone, guest speakers, nature-themed arts and crafts vendors, and native plant sale.
Canon Bird Walks for additional cost of $10. Registration and pre-payment required for this special guided photography bird walk.
Festival admission: $16/adult. $5/child ages 5-12 · Visit Hummingbird Migration & Nature Celebration for details.
48th Annual Germantown Festival @ Germantown Civic Club Complex
September 7 & 8 - Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, noon until 6 p.m.
Looking for a fun family outing? This two-day festival offers a Kids Zone, live entertainment, arts & crafts vendors, the annual Running of the Weenies Dachshund Race on Saturday morning, vintage car display on Sunday, and festival food.
Free. Shuttles available from two locations · Visit Germantown Festival or call 757-9212 for details.
Eye Opener 5K PJ Run @ Houston Levee Park
Saturday, September 14 - Day of Race registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Race begins at 8 a.m.
Put on your favorite PJ’s and step right out of your bed to participate in this fun family event. Eye Opener 5K PJ Run raises awareness of the dangers of driving sleep impaired. The fund-raiser features a pre-race warm-up, post-race massage, music with DJ, door prizes, finisher medals, and awards for walkers. One lucky participant takes home a queen-size mattress, and another takes home a piece of jewelry from Platinum Jewelers. Both participants must be present to win.
Fun Run (The Race against The Turtles) is FREE! Use code EO20 to save 20% off registration · Go to Eye Opener PJ Run to register online.
The Cooper Young Festival 2019 @ Cooper-Young Historic District
Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Get ready to celebrate the people, culture and heritage of Memphis in this outdoor festival taking place at the city’s largest historic district. The 32nd annual event features over 400 artist booths, 17 bands on three stages, children's area, food, and vendors.
Free · 276-7222
Superpower Dogs 3D Movie Opening Day @ CTI Giant Screen Theater
Saturday, September 14 –First show of Superpower Dogs at 9:45 a.m. Activities from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Four-legged Superheroes are making a stop at the Pink Palace Museum to entertain dog lovers. Families are welcome to meet n greet with Task Force One Dog, watch demos by canine heroes from the Memphis Police Department K-9 force and Bartlett Police Department and Fire Departments, adopt dogs from Memphis Animal Services, and meet up with mascots from local organizations.
Activities are free with admission · 636-2362
Pirates Raid at the Hooks Library
Saturday, September 14, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Ahoy mateys! Celebrate International Talk like a Pirate Day at the Central Library with a Pirate Escape Room, dancing performances, interactive stations, live exotic birds, mermaid story time, new pirate games and crafts, and more.
Free · 415-2728
Magic Carpet Ride with Weightless Aerial Arts at Buckman Arts Center @ St. Mary’s
Saturday, September 14, at 10 a.m.
Children ages two and up are invited to join for a high flying adventure with Memphis' own Weightless Aerial. Families explore music, dance, movement, art, and stories in this interactive program.
$5/child. Free to adults · 537-1483