Name: Lightwire Theater
Start: 2026-09-27T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Buckman Performing Arts Center

Buckman Performing Arts Center

Join Lightwire Theater, semi-finalists on NBC's America's Got Talent and recipients of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation Grant, for an electrifying evening of wonder for audiences of all ages. Illuminated by electroluminescent wire, this glow-in-the-dark adventure combines puppetry, technology, dance, and music in a visually stunning theatrical experience. With dazzling imagery, heartfelt storytelling, and innovative choreography, Lightwire Theater transforms beloved stories into unforgettable family entertainment. $45

Local Event: Lightwire Theater

Shelby County

Memphis Metropolitan Area

Memphis

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Lightwire Theater

Join Lightwire Theater, semi-finalists on NBC's America's Got Talent and recipients of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation...

Shelby Farms Park 6903 Great View Dr N Memphis, TN 38134

Free Registration to the Memphis 2026 Bubble Run Is Still Available!
Get ready, Memphis – it’s time to run, walk, dance, and make a splash! The Bubble Run is heading back to town for another unforgettable day of foam-filled fun. This one-of-a-kind 5K combines fitness and festivity, sending participants through colorful bubble bogs and clouds of foam that guarantee smiles from start to finish. It’s non-competitive and untimed making it perfect for all ages to participate!
Join us at Shelby Farms Park on August 8, 2026, for this family-friendly event where runners, walkers, and strollers are all welcome. Dress comfortably, bring your crew, and get ready to cross the finish line in every color of the rainbow—covered in bubbles and memories you’ll never forget!
🎈 Perfect for families, friends, and fun-loving runners 👟 All ages and fitness levels welcome 🫧 Expect laughter, music, and mountains of foam 🎟️ Registration is open now – spots fill up fast!
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Local Event: Bubble Run – Memphis

Bubble Run – Memphis

Free Registration to the Memphis 2026 Bubble Run Is Still Available!
Get ready, Memphis – it’s time to run, walk, dance, and...

Memphis Botanic Garden

Join Memphis Botanic Garden for the My Big Backyard Jam Session on August 8, the official opening celebration of Fun Studio, our newest imaginative play space in My Big Backyard.
 Families will enjoy live local music from the Fun Studio Band featuring Graham Winchester, Jeff Hulett, The Church Brothers, and Frank McClallen with special guests to be announced soon! Plus hands-on activities, community partners, and an evening of outdoor fun designed to spark creativity, movement, and play. Food will be available for purchase.
 Special thank you to UBS Wealth Management.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151473/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: My Big Backyard Jam Session

My Big Backyard Jam Session

Join Memphis Botanic Garden for the My Big Backyard Jam Session on August 8, the official opening celebration of Fun Studio,...

The Opening Reception is Friday, August 14, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Floral Infusion: New Works by Vera Feldman and Bobo Huettel will be on exhibit in the Levy Gallery of the Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s Episcopal School, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,&nbsp;August 7 to September 21, 2026.

Local Event: Gallery Opening Reception for Floral Infusion: New Works by Vera Feldman and Bobo Huettel

Gallery Opening Reception for Floral Infusion:...

The Opening Reception is Friday, August 14, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Floral Infusion: New Works by Vera Feldman and Bobo Huettel...

Gallery Opening Reception for Floral Infusion: New Works by Vera Feldman and Bobo Huettel

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Memphis. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Hip-Hop on Strings at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art under the gentle glow of candlelight.
 This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.
General Info Venue: Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Memphis To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Tentative Program Fugees and Lauryn Hill Medley (Ready or Not, Doo-Wop, Fu-Gee-La, and Killing Me Softly) Jay-Z Medley (Can I Get A…, Big Pimpin, Money Ain't a Thing, and More) Nas Medley (It Ain't Hard to Tell, N.Y. State of Mind, The World Is Yours, and More) Outkast Medley (Rosa Parks, Elevators (Me &amp; You), SpottieOttieDopaliscious, and More) Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott Medley (The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly), Sock It to Me, and More) A Tribe Called Quest Medley (Can I Kick It, Check the Rhime, Scenario, and More) Wu Tang Clan Medley (C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me), Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing Ta F' Wit, Protect Ya Neck, and More) 2Pac Medley (Dear Mama, California Love, and more) The Notorious B.I.G. Medley (Juicy, Big Poppa, Hypnotize, and More) Dr. Dre Medley (Still D.R.E., Forgot About Dre, Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang, and More) Gin and Juice - Snoop Dogg Performers Listeso String Quartet Seating Map<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/151059/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Pay what you can, with donations accepted. Kids ages two and up are invited to grab their magic carpet and tutu. Participants will be transported through the wonder of their imaginations to Tchaikovsky’s magical Land of Sweets as part of the Nutcracker. With the help of the Buckman Dance Conservatory, children will explore ballet and this holiday classic with interactive storytelling and creative movement.

Local Event: Magic Carpet: On Your Toes with the Sugar Plum Fairy

Magic Carpet: On Your Toes with the Sugar Plum...

Pay what you can, with donations accepted. Kids ages two and up are invited to grab their magic carpet and tutu. Participants...

Magic Carpet: On Your Toes with the Sugar Plum Fairy

Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:45am Packet Pickup 6:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE Kona Ice at the finish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 &amp; Under are only $17!
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt! More Than a Run Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
5K/10K/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147146/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Summer Sizzler- Memphis

Summer Sizzler- Memphis

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Kentwood, Louisiana

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Local Event: Our First Annual Boots & Backroads

Our First Annual Boots & Backroads

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