Happy almost-Fourth, Memphis!

And Happy almost-250th, America.

Before you fire up the grill or stake out your spot for fireworks, catch up on what's happening today across the city:

Plus your full live music guide for the weekend.

Let’s get into it.

Restaurants

Midtown is about to get a little sweeter.

Popular French-Asian bakery Tous les Jours has reportedly signed a lease for a new location in Overton Square, marking another major addition to one of Memphis' busiest entertainment districts.

The bakery, which already has a successful East Memphis location on Poplar Avenue, has quickly developed a following for its fresh-baked pastries, coffee drinks, and signature Korean-inspired baked goods.

The new shop will occupy space at 6 S. Cooper Street, bringing breakfast, dessert, and grab-and-go options to the heart of Midtown.

The grand opening date has not yet been announced, but you can read more about the story here.

Development

The Memphis Zoo is moving forward with a rooftop solar installation backed by federal grant funding.

The zoo received a $670,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to install rooftop solar panels on buildings, expand community outreach and clean energy education programs, and develop a waste characterization study.

The zoo is one of the largest consumers of power among all city-owned facilities, making this both an environmental and a financial win.

When complete, these will be the first solar panels on any city-owned building in Memphis. A historic milestone!

Mayor Paul Young called it a reflection of what strong public-private partnerships can accomplish.

Read more here.

U of M

The University of Memphis Athletic Department announced a record-breaking fundraising year, bringing in $35.3 million across more than 5,500 donors across the 2025-26 year. The Tigers beat last years record by almost 10 percent.

The momentum is going directly toward bricks and mortar: nearly $223 million has been secured across three major facility initiatives, including Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium Project and the Rhodes-Hanson Academic Center, which is set to open in January 2027.

Not a bad time to be a Tiger!

Events

Looking for something a little different this Independence Day? 901 Wrestling is hosting its All-American Celebration on Saturday, July 4th at Mississippi Ale House in Olive Branch.

The card is already shaping up with a 901 Wrestling Tag Team Title Match headlining — The Renegades taking on The Initiative (with The Matriarch) defending the belts — plus Walker XIII vs. Cousin Condry in what promises to be a personal one.

Doors open at 6:30. Tickets are free, and the show runs approximately 90 minutes. A solid option this weekend if you want something local, live, and loud.

Learn more on the 901 Wrestling website.

901 Daily Picks

🐐 Goat Yoga returns to the Overton Park Shell tonight! Stretch, laugh, and flow alongside some adorable goats in one of Memphis' most unique outdoor fitness events. Tickets are $25/person. Get them here.

🏀 Former Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama is headed to Dallas. The Mavericks acquired Aldama in a trade that sends young guard AJ Johnson and additional assets the other direction.

⛽ Amazon Prime members can save 50¢ per gallon this weekend at participating gas stations.

🍗 Chef Flavas is closing its downtown Memphis location, the team shared in a Facebook post. They'll continue serving customers inside Big Myrt's Wings & Things on Stage Road in Bartlett.

🌿 Tennessee's new hemp and THCA law officially took effect on July 1. The legislation bans most THCA products while changing how hemp products can be sold across the state. Read more here.

🎆 Still planning your Fourth of July weekend? Be sure to check yesterday's issue of 901 Today for our complete guide to fireworks shows happening across the Mid-South.

🍸 Old Dominick is shaking things up with its Red, White & Booze Cocktail Competition. Tickets are $35 and include welcome cocktail, samples from competitors, food, parking and voting tickets. Get your tickets today.

Friday, July 3

Tin Roof | The Super Five | 7 -10PM

Tin Roof | Rodell McCord | 10:30PM

Silky O’Sullivans | Dueling Pianos | 7PM

BB Kings | Memphis Jones | 4PM

BB Kings | BB King All Stars | 8PM 

The Peabody | Piano Music | 4PM - 7PM

Lafayette’s Music Room | Almost Elton John | 7PM

Lafayette’s Music Room | Lori Willis Band | 9:30PM

Growlers | “RNBEY” | 9PM

B Side | Supreme Imperial / LJ Cates | 8PM 

Hernandos Hideaway | Lil Wild Bill & The Juke Joint All Stars | 7PM

Neil’s Music Room | The Breakfast Club | 8PM

Rum Boogie | Cowboy | 4-7PM

Rum Boogie | FreeWorld | 8PM

Mommas Bar | Hillbilly Mojo | 8PM 

Saturday, July 4

BB Kings | Beale Street Blues Band | 12PM NOON

BB Kings | Flic’s Pic’s Band | 4PM

BB Kings | BB King All Stars | 8PM

Tin Roof | Keer | 7 -10PM

Tin Roof | Rodell McCord | 10:30PM

Silky O’Sullivans | Dueling Pianos | 7PM

Silky O’Sullivans | New Era Band | 6PM

The Peabody | Piano Music | 4PM - 7PM

The Hi Tone | Moriah & More | 8PM

Growlers | Basstopia | 9PM

Neil’s Music Room | The Breakfast Club | 8PM

Rum Boogie | Jerrod Minnies | 4-7PM

Rum Boogie | FreeWorld | 8PM

Sunday, July 5

Tin Roof | Rodell McCord | 7 -10PM

Silky O’Sullivans | David & Jeremiah | 7PM

BB Kings | Beale Street Blues Band | 12PM

BB Kings | Flic’s Pic’s Band | 4PM

BB Kings | Memphis Soul Factory | 8PM

Lafayette’s Music Room | Keelyn Ellis | 12PM

Lafayette’s Music Room | Memphis Unplugged | 5PM

Hernando’s Hideaway | Chicken Sh*t Bingo | 3PM

Rum Boogie | Red Thomas | 3-6PM

Rum Boogie | The Sensations | 7PM

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That's your Friday, Memphis.

Have fun and be safe out there this weekend. See you Monday.

— 901 Today