Just outside the Memphis Music Initiative (MMI) Downtown office is a parking lot that is the perfect place to take indoor events outside. It’s so perfect that MMI composed a block party with Downtown neighbors including FedExForum, FedEx Logistics, the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, and the Memphis Grizzlies that will be music to your ears.
All are invited to stop by and enjoy live music, food trucks, Grizzlies giveaways, activities for kids, and the company of community following a long hiatus of live music. “Our block party is our welcome back embrace after a long absence,” says Amber Hamilton, executive director of MMI. “We have been through so much over the last year collectively, and we need opportunities to reconnect and remember what is special about Memphis.”
The Memphis Grizzline will kick off the party at the intersection of South B.B. King and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Performances will include young people who are part of MMI as well as professional musicians who serve as MMI Fellows. Guests can compete for prizes during a two-hour block of live-band karaoke. Don’t be shy. You know you want those prizes.
The party favors continue past Friday’s event. Guests who are Shelby County residents can also visit the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum for half-priced admission from Friday-Sunday, July 30-Aug. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
It has been a uniquely challenging year, but all are welcome. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.
Return to Music Community Block Party, Memphis Music Initiative, 198 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Friday, July 30, 4-8 p.m., free.