Why Winter's Better In Memphis: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Winter may be here, but the fun doesn’t slow down in Memphis. From family outings to seasonal events and easy day trips, there’s plenty around town to keep your calendar full. Just remember to double-check hours, weather updates and ticket details before heading out. And if you want even more local winter ideas, keep scrolling — you’ll find a way to get personalized suggestions based on what you love to do.

Children’s Museum of Memphis

Address: 2525 Central Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
Phone: (901) 458-2678
Details: The Children’s Museum of Memphis offers hands-on exhibits designed to keep kids moving, building and imagining indoors for hours. Interactive play spaces focus on science, art, movement and everyday life skills, giving families plenty to explore without worrying about the weather. You can purchase tickets online ahead of your visit, including add-ons like parking and carousel rides.

Greenfield Arena Indoor Sport Complex

Address: 2675 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112
Phone: (901) 474-3544
Details: Looking for an ongoing activity to get moving and show off your soccer skills? Greenfield Arena provides a large indoor complex built for soccer leagues, training and group events. You can also rent the field or facility for birthday parties and special events (2 hour minimum); contact the venue for more information.

Dixon Gallery & Gardens – Art Museum And Venue

Address: 4339 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117
Phone: (901) 761-5250
Details: The Dixon Gallery & Gardens offers a thoughtful blend of fine art exhibitions and landscaped gardens that can be enjoyed year-round. Inside the gallery, rotating exhibitions and permanent collections provide an easy, self-paced visit, while a full calendar of lectures, performances and cultural programs adds variety throughout the season. Garden-focused events and guided tours are also available for visitors who want a deeper look at the grounds. The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays, and admission is always free.

Orpheum Memphis

Address: 203 South Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (901) 525-3000
Details: The Orpheum Memphis anchors the city’s performing arts scene with Broadway tours, concerts and special events in a historic setting. This 2,308-seat theater — listed on the National Register of Historic Places — offers a classic night-out experience, with plenty of dining options in the nearby downtown. Upcoming performances and ticket information can be found on the Orpheum’s events page.

Memphis Zoo

Address: 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, TN 38112
Phone: (901) 333-6500
Details: The Memphis Zoo offers year-round opportunities to explore wildlife from around the world, with indoor exhibits and seasonal programming that make winter visits especially approachable. Cooler temperatures can also mean lighter crowds and easier viewing in outdoor habitats. For an extra special night, you can grab tickets to the zoo’s Lantern Festival, running select dates through February 1.

Society Memphis — Skatepark And Cafe

Address: 583 Scott St, Memphis, TN 38112
Phone: (901) 255-6524
Details: Society Memphis combines an indoor skatepark with a café and community programming that focuses on movement and creativity. In addition to open skate sessions, the space hosts skate classes, yoga, dance offerings and other special events throughout the year. Keep an eye on the events schedule to see what’s happening on your next visit.

Mid-South Ice House

Address: 10705 Ridgeway Industrial Drive, Olive Branch, MS 38654
Phone: (901) 881-8544
Details: Just over the Mississippi border, Mid-South Ice House offers public skating, hockey, curling and figure skating in a full-service ice facility. The rink supports both casual skaters and more structured training, making it worth the short drive for winter ice time. Before you lace up, check the calendar to make sure the ice is available for your preferred activity, since sessions and times can vary by day.

Jumpin' Jellybeans – Boutique Indoor Play Space

Address: 4670 Merchants Park Circle, Suite 632, Collierville, TN 38017
Phone: (901) 472-5050
Details: Less than 30 miles outside Memphis, Jumpin’ Jellybeans provides a clean, thoughtfully designed indoor play space for kids ages 0–10. The facility features a large ball pit, a two-story playhouse, a soft-play toddler area and an art studio, giving young children plenty of room to explore. As a bonus, parents can relax with complimentary coffee while the kids play; food/snacks are not available on site but can be brought from home.

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