Celebrate the holidays Downtown!
From shopping to sipping, Downtown has everything you need to make the season magical. Explore all the ways to enjoy the holidays below!
South Main Lights
Main Street between GE Patterson and Butler
Nov. 2026-Jan. 2027
Every night from 4 pm till midnight. Stroll, dine, shop in Memphis’ brightest and most beautifully lit neighborhood!
Downtown Holiday Gift Guide
Virtual and in-person shopping options
Shop local and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list in Downtown!
Official Downtown Memphis Holiday Tree Lighting & Holiday Market
At the corner of Peabody & Main
Nov. 21 @ 4-6 PM
Join us for the official Downtown Holiday Tree Lighting and Holiday Market! Enjoy FREE photos with Santa, train rides, holiday shopping, activities for the kids, treats, music, & MORE!
Free Pictures with Santa on Beale
Beale Street
Dec. 4 & Dec. 11 @ 5-7 PM
Join us for a free amazing outdoor holiday experience on December 4th & 11th from 5-7 PM on World Famous Beale Street.
Memphis Holiday Parade
Beale Street
Dec. 12 @ 11 AM -2 PM
Celebrate the magic of the season at the Memphis Holiday Parade on December 12th along iconic Beale Street! At 11 AM, the Holiday Parade brings Beale Street to life with sparkling floats, lively marching bands, and plenty of holiday cheer. It’s a joyful celebration that captures the true spirit of Memphis!
Deck the Walls: A Holiday Celebration of Young Artists
Halloran Center
Dec. 5 @ 6 PM
Join Contemporary Arts Memphis (CAM) on December 5 at Halloran Center for Performing Arts for Deck the Walls—a holiday celebration and annual fundraiser. Celebrate the creativity of Memphis’s young artists with an evening of art, music, and community.
Holiday Dinner and Music Cruise
Memphis Riverboats
Fridays & Saturdays in December @ 6 PM
Come aboard our Christmas Dinner Cruise for a beautiful Christmas experience. Ticket prices include a 2-hour Cruise with Dinner down the Mississippi River and our live Blues & Jazz Band for your entertainment. This is a great way to celebrate the Holidays with your Significant Other, Friends, Family, or Co-Workers!
Fire Pit Fridays
Tom Lee Park
First & Third Fridays @ 4:30-6:30 PM
Cozy up by the fire and celebrate the holiday season on the riverfront. Enjoy festive treats, holiday tunes, and some magical Santa sightings!
Drew & Ellie Holcomb's Neighborly Christmas
Orpheum Theatre
Dec. 22 @ 8 PM
Celebrate the season with a joyful night of music, community, and Americana charm from this beloved duo of award-winning artists.
Medical District Holiday Brunch & Market
The Kent
Nov. 29 @ 11-2 PM
Are you ready to shop, eat, and enjoy the magic of the holidays in the heart of the city? The Memphis Medical District Collaborative invites you to join us for our fifth annual Holiday Market, a celebration of creativity, community, and holiday cheer!
Ballet Memphis' The Nutcracker
Orpheum Theatre
Dec. 12 - 20
Join Clara on a magical holiday adventure with stunning dance and live music by the Memphis Symphony in the return of Ballet Memphis' The Nutcracker!
Memphis Symphony Orchestra: Magic of Memphis
Cannon Center for Performing Arts
Dec. 5-6 @ 7:30-9:30 PM
Come experience Memphis’ most beloved holiday tradition, joined by a continuous collage of Memphis performing groups for a non-stop light and music show like you’ve never seen!
Santa's Wonderland - FREE Picture with Santa
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
Nov. 8 - Dec. 24
Celebrate the joy of the season at Santa's Wonderland! Come meet Santa and capture the moment with a complimentary 4x6 photo. Additional packages are available for purchase. Reservations recommended.
Christmas Tea at Chez Philippe
The Peabody Hotel
Saturdays & Sundays Nov. 28-Dec. 20
Celebrate the spirit of the season at the “South’s Grand Hotel”. Experience the timeless elegance and cherished tradition of Afternoon Tea with Santa in Chez Philippe, brought to life with a festive holiday twist.
Cookie Decorating with Santa's Elves
Big Cypress Lodge
Fridays & Saturdays
Nov 6. - Dec. 26
Add holiday magic to your stay with a festive cookie decorating experience in the Adventure Center. Guests will enjoy decorating two holiday cookies, sipping hot chocolate, and spending time with one of Santa’s elves.
Christmas Tales
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
Tuesdays
Nov. 10-Dec. 22
Santa and Mrs. Claus are sharing their favorite holiday stories every Tuesday in Santa's Wonderland.
Santa's Magical Arrival
Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid
Nov. 7
Santa’s coming to town! 🎅 Santa is making his return to the Pyramid on November 7th! Enjoy festive fun with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Santa's special guests. Activities start at 4 pm, and Santa will make his grand entrance at 5 pm to light the Pyramid. ✨
Deck the Diamond Holiday Spectacular
AutoZone Park
Nov 21-Jan. 3
Journey through our walk-through light display, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sip on a specialty hot cocoa, and so much more at Memphis' newest holiday tradition!
The Peabody Gingerbread Village Unveiling
The Peabody Memphis
Nov. 25
As part of the Duck Days of Christmas – Marvel at that culinary mastery of Executive Pastry Chef Konrad Spitzbart as the Peabody Pastry Team unveil their annual gingerbread Christmas village.
Home Alone in Concert
Orpheum Theatre
Nov. 28
A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams' charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.
Frost - A Holiday Cirque Extravaganza
Halloran Center for Performing Arts
Dec. 1-2
FROST is an exhilarating holiday cirque production that seamlessly fuses world-class acrobatics, refined choreography, and magic into a stunning theatrical experience for the whole family.
Live Nation Presents Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis
Orpheum Theatre
Dec. 26
America’s favorite holiday tradition for over 40 years is returning to the Orpheum Theatre!