901 Day, September first, or 9/1 isn’t just a day celebrating an area code, but it’s the day where Memphians come together to celebrate our beautiful city. There are an abundance of events to choose from. Let’s break it down, so you know exactly how you’re celebrating!
Friday: August 30
901 Day is only 2 days away!
Lunchtime Meditations | Noon – 12:45 p.m. | The Dixon Gallery and Gardens
The Dixon holds free Lunchtime Meditation sessions every Friday. It’s relaxing, freeing, and will improve your overall health.
Canoes and Cocktails | 7 p.m. | Shelby Farms Park
Guided sunset paddle on Hyde lake followed by cocktails from Old Dominick, snacks from Cheffie’s, yard games, and music. Tickets sell out fast!
Orion Free Concert Series ft. MonoNeon | 7 p.m. | Overton Park Shell
MonoNeon is an experimental artist and bassist from Memphis. He’s worked with artists like Prince, Mavis Staples, George Clinton, Nas, NeYo, Mac Miller, and more.
Saturday: August 31
901 Day Eve!
Memphis Farmers Market | 8 a.m. | 566 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103
A weekly gathering of local farmers and artisans, the Memphis Farmers Market is a non-profit outdoor marketplace located in Downtown, Memphis.
901 Day on Broad Ave. | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Broad Avenue Arts District
Spend the day discovering Broad Avenue’s unique shops and businesses. Store hours vary, so plan your visit accordingly.
Healthier 901 Fest | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Shelby Farms Park
Family-friendly festival with activities like surprise giveaways, live music, healthy food trucks, exercise zones, cooking demos, and more for free!
The 49th Annual Stone Soul Picnic | Noon – 7 p.m. | Coronet
This free event by WLOK will feature legendary musicians like The Canton Spirituals, The Mellowtones, The Sensational Wells Brothers, and so much more!
Orion Free Concert Series ft. Matthew Sweet (Powerpop festival) | 7 p.m. | Overton Park Shell
Memphis Power Pop presents Matthew Sweet joined by The Sonny Wilsons and Abe Partridge for a free music festival at the Overton Park Shell.
Sunday: September 1
Happy 901 Day y’all!
901 Day BEALE ST. x shell on wheels | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Beale Street
Ladia Yates, Mayor Paul Young, Unapologetically Memphis, Choose901, and JustMyMemphis worked together to put together this 901 Day celebration! There will be a flashmob, a fashion show, multiple performances, and BIG BOOGIE as the headliner!
Mimosa Festival End Of Summer | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Fourth Bluff Park
Indulge in a day of fun, food, and creative mimosas at the Memphis Mimosa Festival, taking over Fourth Bluff Park for an exclusive Sunday Funday. Get your tickets now!
$90.1 Memphis Themed Flash Tattoo Sale | 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Ink Therapy 901 tattoos and piercings
InkTherapy, the Broad Avenue Arts District tattoo studio owned by renowned Memphis muralist David Yancy III, is hosting a Memphis-themed flash tattoo sale!
River City Jazz and Music Festival | 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Cannon Center for Performing Arts
Experience the best of jazz and R&B at the 6th Annual River City Jazz & Music Fest in downtown Memphis. Don’t miss performances by Najee, Avery Sunshine, Pieces of A Dream, and Karyn White.
This weekend is full of fun festivities! Celebrate 901 Day with us and experience the incredible energy of our city. Connecting with your community through shared experiences is essential for overall well-being. So, get out there, explore, and enjoy all that Memphis has to offer. For more updates, follow us on Instagram.
