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.
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.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of downtown at Court Square. This urban park is a small haven for those in the city. One of the original city squares, this plaza offers the shade of a pavilion, beautiful Greek statues and cooling fountains. Look for the occasional outdoor concert, lunchtime karaoke and even visits from the circus elephants!
Enjoy symphonic and classical music in the Home of Blues and Birthplace of Rock ‘n Roll. Rock out in a more mature manner to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra's beautiful Masterworks Series, contemporary Pops Series, moving Classic Accents Series or harmonic Opus One.