Stretch your legs at the Lichterman Nature Center. With over 65 acres of land filled with lakes, meadows and forests, the Lichterman Nature Center is a natural oasis in the urban landscape. The indoor and outdoor facilities feature wildlife, microscopic discoveries, a two-story forest boardwalk and an underwater viewing area.
The oldest and most successful community theater in the state, Theatre Memphis was founded in 1920 and continues to provide Memphis with enriching theatrical performances and entertainment. Theatre Memphis runs a yearlong season, with 10-11 shows and a sprinkling of special events each season. Catch a variety of performances, from drama to comedy to musicals, such as Chicago, Emma, The Importance of Being Earnest and the annual A Christmas Carol.
Stop by The Cooper-Young Festival for live music all day long. Bands play everything from classic blues and rock to alternative and indie music. This popular outdoors market and arts festival draws out the best local and regional talent. Buy locally made clothes, jewelry, art, pottery and other textiles from vendors, as well as delicious food from local restaurants.
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.