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Memphis Events in September 2008

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com

September is a busy month in the Memphis area. Here is a sampling of what the Mid-South has to offer. If you would like to be reminded of exciting weekend events each week, be sure to sign up for the About Memphis newsletter!

Have a great September!

September 1st - 15th

September 1:

  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
  • Redbirds Home Game
    See the Memphis Redbirds take on Oklahoma at AutoZone Park. The game starts at 1:05 p.m.

September 2:

  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

September 3:

  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

September 4:

September 5:

  • Disney's High School Musical on Ice
    See this hit sensation live on ice at the FedEx Forum. Tickets start at $13.
  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Casablanca
    This screening of the Humphrey Bogart classic is part of the Orpheum’s Summer Movie Series. The film starts at 7:15 and tickets are $5.00.

September 6:

  • Disney's High School Musical on Ice
    See this hit sensation live on ice at the FedEx Forum. Tickets start at $13.
  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
  • Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival
    Get your fill of a variety of ice creams and other fozen treats at AutoZone Park to benefit the Ronald McDonald House. The festival runs from 11:00 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m. Admission is $7.00 at the door.
  • Memphis Farmer's Market
    More than just produce, this farmer's market at the Central Station Pavilion at G.E. Patterson and Front Street offers baked goods, handmade items, and more. The market is open from 7:00 a.m. -- 1:00 p.m.
  • Tigers Home Game
    See the University of Memphis Tigers take on Rice at the Liberty Bowl Stadium. The game starts at 7:00 p.m.
  • Germantown Festival
    Bring the whole family out for a day of fun at C.O. Franklin Park. There will be arts and crafts booths, children's activities, food, live entertainment, and more. The festival runs from 9:30 a.m. -- 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.

September 7:

  • Disney's High School Musical on Ice
    See this hit sensation live on ice at the FedEx Forum. Tickets start at $13.
  • Delta Fair and Music Festival
    This fair is back for its second year and will be held at the Agricenter. Gates will be open from 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m.
  • Sunday Brunch at the Peabody
    Enjoy a fabulous feast from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on the Peabody skyway. Cost is $39 for adults and $17 for children 5-12.
  • Germantown Festival
    Bring the whole family out for a day of fun at C.O. Franklin Park. There will be arts and crafts booths, children's activities, food, live entertainment, and more. The festival runs from 12:00 noon -- 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.

September 11:

  • September 11th Commemoration
    Firefighters, police officers, and other emergency workers will gather at the Fire Musuem in honor of those that were killed at the World Trade Center on 9/11/2001.
  • Southern Heritage Classic Events
    Check out all of the events leading up to the Southern Heritage Classic football game.

September 12:

  • Southern Heritage Classic Events
    Check out all of the events leading up to the Southern Heritage Classic football game.
  • B-52's in Concert
    80's fans won't want to miss this "Live at the Garden" concert at the Memphis Botanic Gardens. Gates open at 7:00pm and the show starts at 8:30pm.

September 13:

  • Cooper-Young Festival
    Enjoy a mix of art, music, and crafts presented by over 370 vendors. There will also be a special children's area. The festival will run from 9:00 a.m. -- 7:00 p.m.
  • Southern Heritage Classic Events
    Check out all of the events leading up to and including the Southern Heritage Classic football game.
  • Memphis Farmer's Market
    More than just produce, this farmer's market at the Central Station Pavilion at G.E. Patterson and Front Street offers baked goods, handmade items, and more. The market is open from 7:00 a.m. -- 1:00 p.m.

    September 14:

    • Sunday Brunch at the Peabody
      Enjoy a fabulous feast from 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on the Peabody skyway. Cost is $39 for adults and $17 for children 5-12.

    September 15:

    • WWE Monday Night Raw
      Wrestling fans won't want to miss Monday Night Raw, live at the FedEx Forum. Tickets start at $20 and the event begins at 8:00 p.m.

    NEXT: September 16th-30th Events

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