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As September starts the beginning of Fall, here are a few dates and activities to remember:
Big “September staples” in Memphis
1) Memphis Tigers games at the Liberty Bowl
When: usually from early September into November
Why it’s fun: strong local game-day energy; if you like tailgates, September is prime time.
Where to watch/find games: Liberty Bowl / Memphis Tigers athletics schedules.
2) Staying on the music trail on Beale Street (and nearby venues)
When: pretty much all month, especially as fall touring schedules kick in.
What to look for: live blues/jazz throughout the week—plus comedians and special performances at larger venues.
Good venue check-ins:
Beale Street
Orpheum Theatre
BB King’s Blues Club
3) Redbirds (MiLB) home games at AutoZone Park
When: the regular season often runs into September, and you may catch late-season series and playoff races.
Why it’s good: easy-going, family-friendly, lots of promotion nights.
Where to check: AutoZone Park / Memphis Redbirds schedule.
Fall festivals & seasonal community events (often in September)
4) Greek Festival / other cultural festivals
When: Memphis-area cultural festivals commonly run in late summer through September.
What to expect: food, live music/dancing, family activities, church/community events.
How to confirm: search “Memphis Greek Festival September” (or the specific organization’s name) for the year you’re planning.
5) County fair / harvest-type events nearby
When: many Tennessee towns host fall fairs, pumpkin/harvest events, and craft festivals during September.
Why it’s fun: usually includes live music, vendors, rides, and local food.
Where to look: event calendars for Shelby County and nearby towns
Arts, museums, and “easy to plan” things
6) Museum programs that ramp up in fall
Common September vibe: workshops, lecture series, special exhibit events, and weekend programming.
Great Memphis picks to check this month:
Blues City / Music-history tours (Sun Studio area tours can have seasonal groups/events)
Memphis Brooks Museum (exhibits + occasional talks)
Pink Palace Museum
National Civil Rights Museum (often has rotating programming and speakers)
7) Fall theatre season
When: many venues start their fall programming in September.
What to look for: touring Broadway-style shows, local productions, comedy weeks.
“September special season” observances that often produce events
8) Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15)
Memphis angle: you’ll often see concerts, dance nights, food events, school/community celebrations, and film/guest speaker events.
Where it shows up: schools/universities, cultural centers, and community orgs.
9) Labor Day weekend (date varies, usually early September)
What to expect: cookouts, community activities, and “last summer weekend” events.
If you’re visiting: it can be busy—especially around attractions.
Outdoors & weekend-friendly happenings
10) Shelby Farms / riverfront outdoor events
When: September weather is often ideal.
What to look for: guided hikes, bike events, casual community runs, and seasonal park programming.
Plus: farmers markets and vendor events typically run weekly during this time.
Where to find the exact September dates (fast)
For Memphis, the quickest ways to get this month’s specific events are:
Visit Memphis (tourism/event calendar)
Eventbrite Memphis
Ticketmaster (for Orpheum and larger venue calendars)
Direct venue calendars (AutoZone Park, Shelby Farms, Memphis theatre companies, museums)
Please stay safe this Month and remember to love on your family!!
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CITY OF MILLINGTON MONTHLY NEWS:
BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN - REGULAR MEETING on September 14th at 6:00pm
Planning Commission - September 21st at 6:00
All meetings are held at Millington City Hall
If you have a specific region or type of event in mind, feel free to ask!
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