Memphis Travel - December 11, 2025

Cross Beale Street Off Your Bucket List

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Justin Fox Burks, Craig Thompson, Creation Studios

Culture, Cuisine & Nightlife: The Best of Downtown Memphis

Explore impressive collections at museums celebrating the arts, civil rights and Memphis music history. Stroll along the Mighty Mississippi River at Tom Lee Park. Dig into chef-inspired plates at MICHELIN-recommended restaurants. Grab drinks with an unrivaled view of the Mighty Lights show illuminating the river from a rooftop bar. Bounce from juke joint to juke joint, where the music never stops, on iconic Beale Street. Then, strut your stuff late into the evening (or should we say morning?) at a retro disco bar. There’s nowhere else quite like Downtown Memphis.

Your Guide to Downtown Memphis

A group of friends posing for a selfie under the neon Beale Street Memphis sign on Beale.

Creation Studios

Big Sounds, Bold Eats & Bright Lights on Beale Street

Where world-renowned musicians got their start, Beale Street is iconic for a reason. From the wail of the electric guitar and the smell of Memphis-style barbecue pouring out of the clubs and restaurants, Beale Street brings in millions each year, and it’s your turn to join them! Explore the museums, music venues, restaurants, clubs and juke joints lining one of the nation’s most famous streets.

Explore Beale Street

An exterior of Juiced What You Needed juice cafe on South Main St., with plants and patio furniture out front and purple string lights above the entry. A woman sits next door at a patio table outside neighboring The Book Juggler book story.

Craig Thompson

Discover History, Style & Flavor on South Main

Galleries, boutiques, museums and MICHELIN-recognized restaurants — South Main Historic Arts District is one of Memphis’ most popular entertainment districts. Immerse yourself in civil rights history at the National Civil Rights Museum. Shop boutique styles and local art, or find your new favorite dish from a local restaurant.

Visit South Main

Show room of more than a dozen classic cars at the Edge Motor Museum.

Creation Studios

Classic Cars, Craft Beer & Rock ‘n’ Roll: Welcome to The Edge

On the edge of Downtown Memphis, discover the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. That’s right! Rock ‘n’ roll was born here at iconic Sun Studio, where Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley became legends. Along with rock history, The Edge District is jam-packed with craft brews, classic cars and tasty bites.

Plan a Day in The Edge District

EVENTS

Actors on stage for Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical with a Christmas tree in the background and a set design showing presents.

Jeremy Daniel

Dec. 16–21, 2025

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Orpheum Theatre

A crowd watching confetti fall from the sky during the New Year's Eve celebration on Beale Street.

Conor. D. Ryan

Dec. 31, 2025

New Year’s Eve on Beale

Beale Street

An Aerial view of the exterior of The Peabody Memphis at night.

Philip Van Zandt

Dec. 31, 2025

New Year’s Eve at The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody

A band on stage of a blue club on Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge.

Alex Shansky

Jan. 13–17, 2026

International Blues Challenge

Beale Street

Book Your Stay in Downtown Memphis

View inside a room with rustic styles from the balcony, shot between two rocking chairs.

Jarrod Connolly

From the “South’s Grand Hotel” to a boutique property recognized by Fodor’s as one of the nation’s top 20 hotels, Downtown Memphis properties are sure to wow you. Choose from big brands, boutique hotels, apartment-style accommodations — whatever your style and party size, our downtown hotels are perfect for your next trip to Memphis.

Browse Downtown Memphis Hotels

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