Beale Street Music Festival
- Dates
- Expected May
- Status
- No word yet
- Venue
- Tom Lee Park
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 10, 2026
Beale Street Music Festival in Memphis, TN is not currently confirmed to be running. Froligo tracks its status, history and similar festivals still happening.
What happened to Beale Street Music Festival?
Paused by Memphis in May after the 2023 edition, following years of financial losses and declining attendance. A promised 2026 return was announced but has not materialized.
Reported by Action News 5 (Feb 5, 2025), Memphis Flyer (Feb 6, 2025), Local Memphis (WMC) (Feb 5, 2025).
Similar festivals that are still going ahead are listed further down this page.
The experience
What's special
The Beale Street Music Festival kicks off Memphis in May each spring, staging a diverse, multi-genre lineup across several stages in Tom Lee Park where Beale Street meets the Mississippi River, in a city known as the Home of the Blues.
What people love
Attendees rave about the music and the riverside setting, with a breeze off the Mississippi and good-natured crowds described as a safe, friendly scene, and it has long been considered strong value for the number of headliners. Common frustrations are a limited number of food vendors, very loud sound and chaotic flow, and in its later years attendees felt lineups and prices had slipped.
Last time around (2023)
The most recent edition was held in 2023, when it recorded its lowest attendance in more than 30 years amid complaints about a weaker lineup and higher prices; the festival was then paused for the following years.
Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Beale Street Music Festival on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport MEM.
How do I get to Beale Street Music Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Beale Street Music Festival. The nearest major airport is MEM, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🚙 Car hire
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If you are hiring a car, it is worth checking parking near the venue before you go.
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Where
Venue
Tom Lee Park
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Beale Street Music Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 4
210 South Pauline Street, Memphis, TN 38104
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1000 South Cooper Street, Memphis, TN 38104
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates3268 South Third Street, Memphis, TN 38109
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1471 East Brooks Road, Memphis, TN 38116
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 3
33 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates160 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates185 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 2
545 South Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates170 Lieutenant George W. Lee Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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