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2023 Mid South Maze

Welcome to our The Mid-South Maze! For over 22 years, we have been a beloved Memphis fall staple, offering a unique and exciting experience to visitors every year. From September to October, our corn maze provides hours of fun and entertainment for individuals, families, and groups.
Dates: 
09/21/2023
09/22/2023
09/23/2023
Varies. See website for details.
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Organization:

The Mid-South Maze

Location:

7777 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN, 38120
United States

Phone:

(901) 870-6338

Halloween Spooktacular

Our one-day Halloween Spooktacular event is back bringing all the not-so-spooky fun. It’s all treats and no tricks at this must-do annual festival for the family.
Dates: 
10/28/2023
10:00am-2:00pm
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Location:

2525 Central Avenue
Memphis, TN, 38104
United States

Phone:

901-458-2678

2023 Bartlett Festival , BBQ Contest & Car Show

Make plans to be a part of this fun-filled family event. Friday evening will begin with live music featuring Seeing Red followed by The Band Formally Known As, both popular Memphis bands, children’s activities, concessions and more! Then come back for Saturday’s events that will include the Judge Freeman Marr Panther Pride 5k Run in the morning, a MBN sanctioned BBQ cooking contest, live musical entertainment, featuring the Bartlett Community Concert Band, the Amber McCain Band, and others that will be announced, arts & crafts, a classic car show sponsored by the Mustang Club of Memphis a children’s area, business vendors, concessions and much more!
Dates: 
09/29/2023
09/30/2023
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Location:

W.J. Freeman Park - Bartlett, TN
2629 Bartlett Blvd
Bartlett, TN, 38134
United States

Phone:

901-385-6400

FALL BREAK CAMP at Germantown Athletic Club

Vacation Fun Days, Fall Break, Winter Break and Spring Break Camps are provided for children, kindergarten through grade 6, to enjoy time at the Club during days when schools are closed. Children participate in many activities including swimming, arts and crafts, and much more! This program is a great way to meet new friends and have fun in a safe, caring environment. Children should pack two snacks and lunch each day. Registration deadline is the Tuesday prior to each event or earlier if capacity is met.
Dates: 
10/09/2023
10/10/2023
10/11/2023
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Location:

1801 Exeter Rd
Germantown, TN, 38138
United States

Phone:

(901) 757-7370

World Ballet Series: The Nutcracker

Step into the magical world of the Nutcracker, coming to the Cannon Center this holiday season! The Nutcracker, a mesmerizing part of the World Ballet Series, showcases a diverse cast of 50 professional ballet dancers, who come together to breathe new life into this classic holiday tradition. Experience the excitement of the World Ballet in this family-friendly performance, featuring Tchaikovsky's unforgettable music, over 150 radiant hand-crafted costumes, lavish hand-painted sets, and the iconic Lev Ivanov choreography.
Dates: 
12/15/2023
7:00PM TO 9:00PM
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Location:

255 N Main St
Memphis, TN, 38103
United States

Phone:

901-576-1200

Back 2 School! Family Dance Party and Movie Night

Kick off the weekend with your little ones at this FREE event!
Dates: 
09/29/2023
6:00 PM- 8:30 PM
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Location:

1567 Overton Park Avenue
Memphis, TN, 38112
United States

Phone:

731 415 6167

Smurf-O-ween 5k Challenge

Are you ready to embark on a virtual journey through the enchanting world of The Smurfs this Halloween? Get ready to run, walk, or smurf your way through the Smurf Village like never before in the first-ever Smurf-themed virtual challenge!
Dates: 
10/01/2023
10/02/2023
10/03/2023
all day
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Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Fall Break Camp at Kroc Memphis

Day Camps are a childcare solution when schools are out. Campers enjoy a variety of activities including bible lessons, swimming themed play and more.
Dates: 
10/09/2023
10/10/2023
10/11/2023
8:30AM - 4:30PM. Extended care available.
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Location:

800 E Pkwy S
Memphis, TN, 38104
United States

Phone:

901-729-8007

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Vietnamese American Community of West Tennessee, Crosstown Arts, and Crosstown Concourse are partnering to present the Mid-Autumn Festival! There will be a lion dance, a youth performance, a soccer game, a magic show, arts, crafts, and more.
Dates: 
09/29/2023
6 PM - 9 PM
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Organization:

Crosstown Concourse

Location:

1350 Concourse Ave
Memphis, TN, 38104
United States

Phone:

(901) 512-3729

Water Tower Festival

A fun filled Saturday in September on Hernando's Historic Town Square with something for everyone, we have a variety of arts and crafts and business booth vendors, BBQ competition, and a FREE kids zone area. Fun for the entire family!
Dates: 
09/23/2023
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Location:

Hernando Town Square - MS
2480 Highway 51 S
Hernando, MS, 38632
United States

Phone:

(662) 429-9055

Smooth Transitions- Virtual Training

You will learn: 1. How to engage children during transitions 2. Reduce the challenging behaviors during the transitions
Dates: 
10/03/2023
1:00 PM
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Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Nitro Circus

With the Nitro Circus 20th Anniversary Tour, the craziest show in live entertainment is bringing the party back to indoor arenas for the first time in five years. This all-new show celebrates two decades of record-breaking thrills, death-defying spills and side-splitting shenanigans. Each night an elite roster of top athletes will throw down, led by dual BMX and scooter threat Ryan “R-Willy” Williams, FMX star Jackson “Jacko” Strong, WCMX pioneer Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham, and more.
Dates: 
10/12/2023
7:30 PM
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Location:

4560 Venture Drive
Southaven, MS, 38671
United States

Dinner & Music Cruise - Memphis Riverboats

Come enjoy a two-hour cruise on Ol’ Man River featuring our Live Entertainment, and a meal. Advance reservations suggested for this evening Memphis cruise! If you are celebrating a Birthday, Anniversary or want to make your night special, check out our celebration package add-ons! You will see them on our check out page. Boarding Location: 45 S. Riverside Drive Memphis, TN 38103.
Dates: 
09/21/2023
09/22/2023
09/23/2023
Boards at 7 p.m
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Organization:

Memphis Riverboats

Location:

45 Riverside Drive
Memphis, TN, 38103
United States

Phone:

901-527-2628

CSM's 8th Birthday Celebration!

We are celebrating our 8th Birthday! We have so many exciting things planned for this day so mark your calendars for the Birthday Party of a lifetime! Commerce Street Market is the spot for all your gift, home décor and niche needs. We hope to see you there!
Dates: 
09/23/2023
10 AM
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Location:

74 W Commerce St
Hernando, MS, 38632
United States

Phone:

(662) 298-3594

Pancakes for Primates - Memphis Zoo

Join our primate friends for the Memphis Zoo’s “Pancakes for Primates” event on September 23rd. Grab a ticket to dine with our primates at 9-10:30 AM or 10:30-12:00 PM. Aside from eating a delicious breakfast and building your own pancakes in Primate Canyon, you can enjoy the Primate Keeper Chat, a primate feeding, and fun primate enrichment. You may also participate in a silent auction benefiting Primate conservation efforts. Tickets are $20 for members and $25 for non-members. So, bring your appetite and swing by this one-of-a-kind event!
Dates: 
09/23/2023
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Organization:

Memphis Zoo

Location:

2000 Prentiss Place
Memphis, TN, 38112
United States

Phone:

901.333.6500

2023 Mid-South Fair

The Mid-South Fair is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community service organization headquartered in Southaven, Mississippi at Landers Center. The Mid-South Fair is dedicated to providing safe, family-oriented entertainment for all on an annual basis. Since the first fair was held in 1856, the event has strived to educate those living in the Mid-South and to provide opportunities to grow and showcase their talents by granting scholarships, as well as hosting art contests, competitive youth talent competitions and Miss Mid-South Fair Pageant.
Dates: 
09/21/2023
09/22/2023
09/23/2023
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Location:

Landers Center - Southaven, MS
4560 Venture Dr
Southaven, MS, 38671
United States

Phone:

(662) 280-9120

Penn & Teller Present: The Foolers

The Foolers brings an evening of jaw-dropping illusions curated by Penn & Teller, celebrating television’s #1 rated magic show! This interactive & irreverent evening presents the Fool Us alumni who share the distinction of being among the few who have impressed Penn & Teller with mystifying mind magic and hilarious comedic routines. In addition to bringing Vegas-caliber magic to cities across the US, master magicians Alex Ramon, Jessica Jane, Matt Donnelly and Vinny Grosso pay homage to the classic magic of Penn & Teller. Don’t miss this chance to see TV’s trickiest magicians for an evening of fun!
Dates: 
10/07/2023
7:30PM TO 10:00PM
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Location:

255 N Main St
Memphis, TN, 38103
United States

Phone:

901-576-1200

Wolfchase Galleria Community Fair

Get ready to paint the town with excitement at the Wolfchase Galleria Community Fair!  Join us for a day of absolute fun, where we're bringing together the heart and soul of our community - local leaders and the unsung heroes, our non-profits. But that's not all, because we've got a whole lot more in store! Kids, get your wildest imaginations ready because we've got face painting that will turn you into any superhero, animal, or mystical creature you can dream up!  And parents, don't worry, we've got skilled artists on hand to create masterpieces that will make your little ones' smiles shine.
Dates: 
10/14/2023
1:00-3:00pm
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Organization:

Wolfchase Galleria

Location:

2760 N. Germantown Pkwy.
Memphis, TN, 38133
United States

Phone:

901-381-2769

51st Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair

We’re happy to be back for our 51st Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair benefiting MoSH, the Museum of Science & History. We’re expecting nearly 150 artists from around the country to join us this year for the 2023 Pink Palace Crafts Fair. We invite you to come explore a variety of eclectic pottery, jewelry, paintings, woodwork, leatherwork, sculpture, woven goods and so much more.
Dates: 
09/22/2023
09/23/2023
09/24/2023
Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturday: 10am – 6pm Sunday: 10am – 5pm
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Location:

Audubon Park - Memphis TN
751 Cherry Rd
Memphis, TN, 38117
United States

Phone:

(901) 636-2362

Taylor Swift Friday Night Laser Show - MoSH Planetarium

Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. With over 200 million records sold, a shelf full of Grammys, and an army of fans, Taylor Swift is an inspiration for generations. Laser Taylor Swift takes her biggest hits and brings them to life in dazzling laser light. If you can’t score tickets to her concert, Laser Taylor Swift is the next best thing.
Dates: 
09/22/2023
09/29/2023
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Location:

3050 Central Ave.
Memphis, TN, 38111
United States

Phone:

(901) 636-2362

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks!

Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2023, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee.
Dates: 
09/23/2023
11/11/2023
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Organization:

National Park Service

Location:

1849 C St NW
Washington, DC, 20240
United States

Phone:

202-208-6843