The people of Memphis know how to have a good time and there is rarely a period when the city isn't enormous fun to visit.
However, depending on what makes your must-do list for Bluff City, some seasons will be more suitable than others. From the best barbeque you'll ever taste and incredible live music to exploring the wilderness and cultural icons within the city limits, there's something to do every month.
Here's how to choose the best time for your trip to Memphis, Tennessee.
Memphis's warm, dry climate is perfect for outdoor festivities. And while there are events throughout the year, the Memphis in May Festival is the official start to the city's peak season. Expect to see legendary pit-masters sweating it out to be crowned reigning champion of the coals. The spike in visitor numbers also means higher hotel prices, so book your accommodation well in advance.
Those looking to be in the thick of it during high season should book a hotel downtown to be within a hip swivel of the city’s bustling blues joints. Looking for a little respite from the neon symphony of Beale Street? Head to the revitalized South Main District, where hotels are out of earshot but within an easy stroll of the action.
And while temperatures certainly rise in the summer, Memphis is a city that’s geared up for the warmer climate, so expect air-conditioned venues, rooftop bars and alfresco patios to enjoy the balmy evenings.
July is the hottest month in Memphis. Sun worshippers can bask in the rays at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens, with a weekly showcase of the city’s finest food truck cuisine. The city goes all out for 4th of July celebrations – brace yourself for a party that keeps going into the wee hours.
A series of free music concerts at the Overton Park Shell Amphitheater makes this the ideal time to throw down a picnic rug and let the good times roll. The King dominates the musical landscape in August as Elvis Week is celebrated in Graceland, attracting fans from all over the world to their place of worship.
September brings yet more festival fun times as the Cooper Young district celebrates its artistic community with live music and stalls showcasing their work.
October is the best time to visit Memphis with children. The crowds have eased up but there’s still plenty to keep younger visitors occupied, including a slew of Halloween events and pumpkin patches across the city, as well as the River Arts Festival. October and February offer good value, with hotels across town lowering rates as their occupancy dips.
While temperatures are mild, the city still averages five days of rain throughout October. It arrives unannounced, so carry a light waterproof jacket.
March is the best time to visit Memphis Zoo as the spring hours begin
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