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The Cooper-Young Festival is one of Memphis’ biggest cultural events, taking place in the hip Cooper-Young neighborhood of Midtown Memphis. With three stages of live music, plenty of food, vending booths, art, children’s activities, a book sale and more, the festival offers something for everyone, 9/15/12. Visit http://www.cooperyoungfestival.com for further info

At the Overton Square Block Party in Midtown Memphis, 6/15/12

On June 15, 2012 the Overton Square Block Party was held to celebrate the redevelopment of Midtown Memphis’ Overton Square, complete with art, kids activities’, live music and food. #MemphisRising

Overton Square Block Party, 6/15/12 featuring @StarandMicey and others. Live music and fun #MemphisRising

Jim Dickinson Folk Festival at the @LevittShell, Overton Park, Memphis, 2011

Monday night September 19, 2011 was the occasion for a remarkable Memphis music concert at the Levitt Shell in honor of the late legendary Memphis producer and musician Jim Dickinson. The threat of rain didn’t deter anyone, and the event got underway with a set from Son of Mudboy, the successor to Memphis’ legendary Mudboy and the Neutrons.