See the starting point for so many music stars at Sun Studio. This recording studio claims the status of being the original birthplace of Rock ‘n Roll, having served as the original recording studio for iconic artists-Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis among them. Take a tour of the studios for a close look at some of music's greatest memorabilia.
Formerly the Memphis Cotton Carnival, Carnival Memphis has been around since 1931. This annual celebration consists of a series of parties and festivals similar to Mardi Gras. During the month of June, the Carnival Memphis Association and its krewes select a King, Queen, and Royal Court to reign over the festivities, including parades and events celebrating local industries.
Sit. Stay. Drink. Good Boy. That's the motto of Bardog Tavern, a neighborhood corner bar serving up food, drinks, and laid-back nightlife to Memphis since 2008. Voted the Best New Bar in 2009, Bardog Tavern offers a great place to bring a group for an afternoon or evening out. Play a game of Texas Hold ‘em downstairs at the weekly Wednesday Underdog Poker Tournament.
Watch a timeless story performed at the Germantown Community Theatre. Heading into its 50th season, this community theater produces comedies, dramas, classical musicals, and other entertainment that appeals to all ages. Special events, performances and classes occur throughout the year, and the company encourages people of all ages in the community to volunteer and become involved in the art of theater.