Memphis Travel - November 20, 2025

Plan a Rockin' Holiday Trip to Memphis

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Justin Fox Burks, Alex Shansky, Logan Young

A Magical Memphis Holiday

‘Tis the season of enchanted trees filling the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion, a gingerbread village coming to life at The Peabody, twinkling lights and festive displays illuminating Shelby Farms Park, and Santa rockin’ down Beale Street in the annual Holiday Parade. Memphis is pretty magical this time of year. Join us for a season to remember.

Spend the Holidays in Memphis

A shopper looking a boutique styles and other goods inside Stock & Belle on South Main Street.

Craig Thompson

Your Memphis Gift Guide

Santa’s workshop doesn’t get all the credit this holiday season. If you’re looking for the perfect gifts for your friends and family, use our gift guide for shopping inspo to stock up on music merch, artisan goods, tasty treats, boutique styles, local art and all sorts of Memphis souvenirs.

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Memphis Zoo

Don't Miss the First-Ever Memphis Zoo Lantern Festival

Favorite Memphis holiday tradition Memphis Zoo Lights is transforming into the Memphis Zoo Lantern Festival this year. See more than 60 animal-shaped fixtures, displays, glowing walkways and more at this sparkling holiday light show, select nights through Feb. 1, 2026.

Get Tickets to Lantern Fest

Aerial view of shoppers browsing the goods at Crafts and Drafts Holiday Market at Crosstown Concourse.

Julian Harper

Get in the Spirit at a Holiday Market

Want to knock out all your holiday shopping in one place? Try one of Memphis’ upcoming holiday markets. Local small businesses are gathering at breweries, music venues, entertainment districts and other attractions across town to show off their handmade and artisan wares. Find the perfect gifts for every interest at these pop-up and specialty markets.