Children and parents alike will delight in My Big Backyard Children's Garden located in the Memphis Botanic Garden. The huge playground incorporates its structure into nature, stringing up rope bridges between trees and sculpting plants into shapes children can play on. Cool off during the summer months with the new water features, such as the artificial thunderstorm. This attraction has all of the necessary components for some fun in the sun.
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!
For cutting edge entertainment dealing with controversial issues not normally produced by conventional theatres, go to Emerald Theatre Company. This theater showcases many plays, ranging from serious dramas to lighthearted musicals, which present GLBT concerns and themes. Tickets are available for single or seasonal showings, with discounts for seniors and students.