Repair Days 2018 - Family Fun Day @ Metal Museum
Saturday, October 20, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Would you like to indulge in metalworking fun all day? Then you have got the perfect event to attend – Repair Days’ Family Fun Day at the Metal Museum. Watch educational demos and enjoy hands-on projects that include pewter casting, twisted wire bracelets, stamped copper whirligig toys, and art tiles.
Free admission to the museum and grounds, fees for activities · 774-6380
Soulsville USA Festival @ Soulsville USA District
Saturday, October 20, from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Looking to listen to artists from various musical backgrounds? Then Soulsville USA Festival is the place to be. Features music on four stages, ARTent with visual art demos, the Knowledge Quest Kids Zone with games, face-painting, caricature drawings, and children’s activities. Dance demos include ballet, contemporary, jookin/b-boy, and step, craft vendors, and food trucks.
Free · Visit Soulsville USA Festival for details.
Addams Family on Adams Avenue @ Mallory-Neely House
Friday, October 26, at 7 p.m. Open House before the movie starts at 5:30 p.m.
Are you up for some ghoulish fun on the lawn of a historic house? Grab your chairs or blanket and head over to Mallory-Neely House located on Adams Avenue to catch the misadventures of The Addams Family.
Free · Visit Pink Palace Museum website for details.
Memphis Parent School Expo 2018 @ Memphis Botanic Garden
Saturday, October 27, from 9 a.m. until noon
Are you currently on the path towards planning your child’s education? Head to the Memphis Botanic Garden for the first-ever Mid-South School Expo to meet representatives from area schools, all under one roof! Watch informational videos and pick up take-home materials to narrow down your choices for the upcoming school year.
Free · Visit Memphis Parent School Expo for details.
RiverArtsFest @ Riverside Drive between Jefferson and Union
October 27 & 28 – Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Put on your creativity cap to be part of this urban street festival of fine arts and local music. The event features over 180 artists, hands-on art station for kids, live entertainment, artist demos, and vendors. No pets or bicycles inside the festival.
$5 admission on Saturday (free after 5 p.m. to join in the “Mighty Lights” celebration) and Sunday · Visit RiverArtsFest website for details.
Dia de los Muertos Parade & Festival @ Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
Saturday, October 27, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Get ready to celebrate this Mexican holiday at the Brooks Museum. The parade filled with floats and costumed performers begins in Tower Courtyard and makes way to the Plaza for a community celebration. The museum partners with Cazateatro and Danza Azteca to host the festivities that include art-making activities, face painting, music, and dance performances.
Free · Visit Memphis Brooks Museum website for details