What’s on in Memphis this holiday season

what's on in Memphis this holiday season

Check out what’s on in Memphis this holiday season!

Thanksgiving’s passed, Christmas is coming and, if you’re learning to train at our Tennessee flight school, you’re no doubt wondering what’s on in Memphis this holiday season! December 2017 has some great things in store, so fill yourselves with Christmas cheer and check out these awesome events!

The Memphis Holiday Parade: December 2

The most prestigious holiday parade in the region, come and watch The Memphis Holiday Parade process down Iconic Beale Street! Even better, why not take part it in yourself?

SunTrust Zoo Lights 2017: Select nights until December 30

Named one of the best holiday zoo lights displays in the country by USA Today, feel the magic of the SunTrust Zoo Lights as you explore the fantastic Memphis Zoo. Look forward to real reindeer, a 90-foot Ferris wheel and thousands of beautiful holiday lights!

Memphis Symphony Orchestra: Magic of Memphis Holiday Spectacular: December 1 & December 3 

Get into the Christmas spirit with all your favorite holiday tunes, performed by the magnificent MSO and MSO Chorus at the Cannon Center for Performing Arts!

Christmas at Graceland: Until January 6

Whether you’ve visited Elvis Presley’s Graceland before or not, you’re sure to love this incredible house all dressed up for Christmas! With The King’s blue lights brightening up the driveway, Santa’s sleigh and reindeer on the lawn, a life-size Nativity scene, and Christmas trees everywhere you look, a visit is sure to fill you with Christmas spirit.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops: Until December 24

If you have kids, they’ll love Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro! Explore a woodland scene filled with Christmas cabins, snow-covered trees and live elves, and loads of activities for children to enjoy. And don’t forget to stop for a photo with the big man himself!

Holiday Wonders at the Garden: Until December 30

Head to Memphis Botanic Gardens for the beautiful Holiday Wonders at the Garden – with different magical venues, interactive activities, food and drink and even the City of Memphis Christmas Tree!

Peter Pan: Until December 31

Escape to Neverland at Playhouse on the Square with Peter Pan – the boy who never grew up. With a fantastic professional cast and a stirring score, it’s one not to miss.

Take the Soul Train to Christmas: Until December 17

If you’re looking for something less traditional, head to Hattiloo Theatre for this fantastic story of a grandfather who takes his granddaughter and train back in time on the Soul Train. Enjoy superb music and a great story that takes you through slavery, the Civil Rights era, and 1980s hip-hop!

This is only a handful of what’s on in Memphis this holiday season, but it’s enough to get you started – so bring on the Christmas cheer!

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