Valentine’s Day Shenanigans
Happy Valentine’s Day from us at the Flyer — most of us, I guess — well, me. I suppose I can’t speak on behalf of my coworkers. I’d assume they’d want to wish you a happy Valentine’s Day, but who knows? Then again, why give them the credit? Their byline isn’t up there at the top of this. They’re not about to come in clutch with these Valentine’s events right here because you’re a last-minute planner and are in need of something to do this weekend. I am. So here:
- An Introduction to Fencing: Valentine’s Day Couples Edition: Nothing says I love you more than swordplay, so grab your Valentine for a special couples-only introductory presentation about the history, culture, techniques, and sport of fencing. $20. | First Congo, Friday, February 14, 6 p.m.
- Valentine’s Day with Kortland Whalum: Join the Memphis Symphony Orchestra with special guest Kortland Whalum for a night of music and romance. Tickets include a post-concert reception with champagne and desserts. | Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center, Friday, February 14, 8 p.m., $40-$100.
- Alexis Grace Valentine’s Day Show: Get bitten by the love bug at this concert, featuring Alexis Grace, Raneem Imam (who was just featured in our 20<30 class of 2025), and MROSE. | BAR DKDC, Friday, February 14, 9:30 p.m.
- Electric Canvas Valentines: DJs LyeLack, Steele, KymaFaux, and Lost Cypher will wow you and your Valentine with a showcase of EDM. | Canvas, Friday, February 14, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5, 21+.
- Valentine’s Day Dance Classes: With six classes to choose from, you’ll find the perfect way to spice up your holiday plans. Classes are beginner-friendly, couples only. | Blue Suede Ballroom Dance Studio, Friday-Sunday, February 14-16, $42/couple.
- Flowers & Chocolate Pairing: Take a tour of Wiseacre’s facility and learn about hops and malt, the flowers and chocolate of the beer world. The class includes samples of Wiseacre beer paired with the best chocolate from Dinstuhl’s. | Wiseacre Brewing Company, Saturday, February 15, 1 p.m., $25.
- Variations on a Theme: Love, Longing, and Lederhosen: A curating evening of music and one-act operas from Heggie, Bizet, Mozart, and more. Somehow, lederhosen will come into play. | Opera Memphis, Saturday, February 15, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday February 16, 3 p.m., $25.
- Emo Nite (Valentine’s Edition): Embrace the emo and the lover sides of you. $1 per ticket sponsors Emo Nite Gives a F*ck. | Growlers, Saturday, February 15, 9 p.m., $20/advance, $25/day of show, 18+.
Drip Edges EP Release Show
Lamplighter Lounge
Saturday, February 15, 3 p.m.
Alex Greene wrote about the Drip Edges this week and their new EP, Kicking the Tires on the Clown Car. They’ll be doing a release show with DJ Bloody Elle and Joecephus & the George Jonestown Massacre at the Lamp this Saturday. $10 cover. Read that article here.
DDP Presents: The Wicked Xperience
Dru’s Place
Saturday, February 15, 6:30 p.m.
This wicked drag show will have you spellbound with glamour, giveaways, and performances by Devon Davenport Phillips, Crystal Beth, Tova Uravitch, Ariel Monroe, and Betty Swallows Alnite. Dress to impress in your most Wicked look for the costume contest. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. RSVP here. $10/general admission; $10/showside table; $15/at the door/. 21+.
Read Silently with People
I said what I said. Bring a friend or go solo. All you need is a book for these two events:
- It’s a Bestie Silent Book Club: Wear your Valentine’s best and BYO drinks and snacks to cozy up with a good book at this FREE event! No registration required. | Novel, Sunday, February 16, 2-4 p.m.
- Loflin Loves Readers Night: Bring your favorite book or current read, settle down in the Coachhouse or patio, then enjoy lo-fi music and the fireplace on the big screen while you read! Happy hour goes from 4 to 7 p.m. with discounts on drinks and snacks, too, so be sure to take advantage of that while you enjoy your book! | Loflin Yard, Thursday, February 20, 4-7 p.m.
Soulful Murder Mystery: A Locomotive Themed Murder Mystery
Halloran Centre
Sunday, February 16, 7 p.m.
Get a clue — in general, but more specifically this Sunday at the Soulful Murder Mystery part, where you’ll be transported into a world of rhythm, deception, and hidden motives. Guests will indulge in appetizers and smooth music as suspicious characters weave through the train station. Will you discover the truth before the train pulls into the final station? I don’t know, but I know you can find out more and get your tickets ($82) here.
Sam Morril
Minglewood Hall
Sunday, February 16, 7 p.m.
According to our intern Jake Sanders, last time comedian Sam Morril was in town, he forgot his pants. I mean, the man had sweatpants, which to me are pants — it’s in the name — but I guess they’re not “stand-up” pants. So, who knows what he’ll wear this go-around, but he’ll be at Minglewood. Tickets ($34-$61) can be purchased here. Oh, and read Jake’s article about Morril here.
Lunch & Listen: Vox’s Rachel Cohen & Oscar-winner Coach Bill Courtney
Memphis Listening Lab
Tuesday, February 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
As part of the newly launched Lunch & Listen series, the Memphis Listen Lab hosts Vox writer Rachel Cohen, author of “Why I Changed My Mind About Volunteering” that’ll be the focus of the lunchtime interview with Oscar-winner coach Bill Courtney. For background, she had disregarded individual action as an unhelpful distraction to the more important systemic change that was needed to solve our problems, but then she had a change of heart and mind. Find more information on the talk here.
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