Good morning, Memphis! ☀️

The fireworks are over, the leftovers are gone, and Memphis has returned to its regularly scheduled programming: sweating through your shirt before 9 a.m.

This week is packed with events. Let's get you caught up.

Festivals

Calling all food lovers! Cancel your dinner plans for August 21–23.

FoodieLand, which bills itself as the nation's largest food festival, is making its Memphis debut, bringing more than 250 food vendors, live music, games, and flavors together for one delicious weekend.

Whether you're craving street food, barbecue, desserts, seafood, or something you've never heard of (but is supposedly famous on TikTok)… chances are you'll find it at FoodieLand.

The event is designed to celebrate local businesses alongside international cuisines, making it part food crawl, part night market, and part community festival.

The festival will run Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Tickets must be purchased prior to the the event. You can buy them here.

Memphis History

You probably know it as the "Old Bridge," but how much do you actually know about it? Local photographer Connor Ryan recently shared a short video diving into some history of the iconic Memphis-Arkansas Bridge, offering a fresh perspective on a landmark thousands of us pass without thinking twice.

It's a quick watch that reminds you every corner of Memphis has a story behind it.

You can watch the video on Facebook, Instagram and Youtube.

Events

Who says you have to wait until December?

Habitat for Humanity's ReStore kicks off its annual Christmas in July celebration today at 11am with a huge sale on holiday décor and unique finds at discounted prices.

Every purchase helps support Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis’s mission of building affordable housing throughout our community.

The kickoff event is free to attend at both locations. Starts at 11am and runs until 5pm.

Learn more here.

Daily Picks

🗳️ Today is the last day to register to vote if you want to participate in Tennessee's August 6 primary election. Don't wait until the last minute. Check your registration status here.

🏕️ Outdoors Inc. on Poplar is running a big sale as the longtime Memphis outdoor retailer prepares to close its doors. If you've been eyeing camping, hiking, cycling, or paddle gear, now might be the time.

☕ Byway Coffee Trailer is celebrating its 2-year anniversary party this weekend with special drinks, giveaways, and a full lineup of local pop-ups in July.

🏀 Mayor Paul Young recently sat down for a conversation with former mayor Willie Herenton, discussing the future of the Grizzlies, downtown development, and the state of Memphis as a whole. It’s about 25 minutes, and you can watch it here.

🎮 Anime Blues Con returns this weekend, bringing the largest anime convention in West Tennessee back to Memphis for it’s 14th year.

💰 Mississippi's Tax-Free Weekend is almost here. From 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 10, until midnight on Sunday, July 12, the state's 7% sales tax is waived on eligible clothing, footwear, and school supplies priced under $100 per single item.

Event Calendar

🧘 Yoga on the River | 6:00 to 7:00PM | River Garden, 51 Riverside Drive Memphis TN 38103

🎄 ReStore Christmas in July Kickoff | 11am to 5pm | Habitat for Humanity ReStore

🧠 Trivia Night at Max's Sports Bar | 7PM |

🏝️ Love Island Watch Party | 7PM | Slider Inn Downtown

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🎸 Amber Wallin Comedy Show at Growlers | 6PM |

🍷 French Wine & BBQ Dinner with Memphis Wine Society at Rendezvous | 6:30PM |

🎬 Indie Memphis Screening: Blue Heron | 7 PM |

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💼 Porter-Leath Career Fair | 11AM - 2PM |

🌇 Peabody Rooftop Party featuring Basketcase | 6 - 10 PM |

🌸 Flower Happy Hour (21+) | 6–8 PM |

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🎸 MoSH Laser Rock Show: Van Halen | 7PM |

☀️ Sunkissed & Wellness Event | 3:30–6 PM |

🎾 Love All Fridays Tennis Community Event | 6PM - 9PM |

🎭 Happy Friday at Germantown Performing Arts Center | 5 - 8PM |

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💦 Summer Splash at Overton Park | 10AM - 2PM |

⚽ Memphis FC vs. Jackson Boom at Mike Rose Soccer Complex | 7 PM |

🏃 Ed Murphey Classic – Murphey Mile on Beale Street | 5PM |

🧪 SciPlay at Tom Lee Park | 10 - 11:30AM |

❤️ Community Health & Wellness Fair | 10AM - 1PM |

🚚 Food Truck Fair at High Point Climbing | 12PM - 5PM |

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Have a great Tuesday, Memphis. We’ll see you tomorrow!

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