Get ready for a vibrant weekend in Memphis! With spring officially here, we have great options for the kids, from massive flower shows and movie adventures to special family programming at the Pink Palace and Botanic Garden. Don't miss the big St. Patrick's Day parade on Saturday!
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53rd Annual Silky Sullivan St. Patrick's Parade
Beale Street - Memphis
Free, festive parade action on Saturday afternoon!
FOOD: Science, Culture and Cuisine
Pink Palace Museum & Mansion
Interactive exhibit exploring the science of food indoors.
Story Time At Novel
Novel
Gentle Saturday morning story session for the youngest readers.
· March 14
1014TH ANNUAL MID-SOUTH DAFFODIL SHOW : Spring has sprung at the Dixon Gallery! The Mid-South Daffodil Society is showing off every color of daffodil imaginable. It’s a perfect, bright outing to usher in the new season.It’s a beautiful, limited-run celebration of spring color happening all weekend long.
: This is Memphis' massive shopping event featuring over 175 merchants. You can find gourmet foods, unique gifts, and home décor perfect for browsing on a Saturday morning.It’s a huge event perfect for finding unique local goods, and kids 12 and under get in free.
: The Botanic Garden is alive with spring color! Make sure to go on Saturday, as that is when they feature special kids' activities alongside the beautiful floral displays.Saturday programming is specifically geared toward families with kid activities scheduled.
: Catch this immersive 3D giant screen experience featuring dinosaurs animated against real backgrounds. It’s the most authentic dinosaur show you can see right here in Memphis.Dinosaur movies are always a win, and this is showing Saturday afternoon.
FREE : Bring your little ones for a special morning story time at Novel bookstore. This is a perfect quiet activity for younger kids before the afternoon rush.This is the only explicit early morning story time available on Saturday from the feeds.
FREE : Memphis Parks is hosting a free photo event themed around March Madness! Bring the crew for some fun photos and a chance to enter their bracket challenge.It’s completely free, themed around a fun concept, and happening Saturday morning.
FREE : This is Memphis' big St. Paddy's Day tradition! Head to Beale Street in the afternoon to catch marching bands, floats, and local flair for a free spectacle.It's the major headline community event happening on Saturday afternoon and it's free.
: Check out this special Family Day at the legendary Stax Museum. Since the description is sparse, expect music-related activities or special programming for kids.It's a unique, targeted family event at a major Memphis institution happening Saturday.
: If you need coverage for your older elementary kids, this specialized VBS camp kicks off Saturday morning. It runs for ages 6 to 12.This is a specific, age-gated activity available Saturday morning.
BOOK FAIR: CHILDREN'S BOOK GIVEAWAYFREE : A great Saturday afternoon stop if you want to stock up on free reading material for the kids. This book fair focuses specifically on children's literature.It’s a dedicated book giveaway happening Saturday afternoon.
· March 15
1: Catch a Sunday matinee of 'Godspell' at the Germantown Community Theatre. This is a classic musical that often appeals to older kids and teens interested in theatre.It’s one of the few theatre performances running on Sunday afternoon.
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3: This multi-sensory traveling exhibit lets kids explore food through sight, smell, touch, and sound. It connects cuisine with science, culture, and history in fun, interactive ways.It's an excellent indoor museum exhibit that is interactive and available all weekend.
: Check out this showing at the Pink Palace Museum theatre. It seems to focus on space and exploration, which is great for older kids interested in NASA.Multiple showings are listed Saturday at the Pink Palace complex.
: Take the family out on the water for a classic Memphis experience! The sightseeing cruise runs every day this weekend in the mid-afternoon.A recurring weekend staple that offers a unique view of the city from the river.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Memphis this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) you can attend the 53rd Annual Silky Sullivan St. Patrick's Parade on Saturday afternoon, participate in MPsnaps Monthly: Lucky Shots and Slam Dunks at Ed Rice Community Center, or enjoy a free book giveaway at Colonial Acres.
What family activities are happening at the Pink Palace/Museum complex?
The Pink Palace complex on Central Ave has multiple options: the FOOD: Science, Culture and Cuisine exhibit, the Forward to the Moon movie, and two different films at the CTI 3D Giant Theater (Walking with Dinosaurs and Superhuman Body).
Is there anything fun happening on Sunday?
Sunday is quieter for specific events, but you can catch the matinee performance of Godspell at Germantown Community Theatre, visit the 14th Annual Mid-South Daffodil Show at Dixon Gardens, or attend the Shroud Encounter at St. Patrick's Church.
