Mempho Music Festival
- Dates
- Expected October 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden
- Price
- $139 to $269
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last Mempho Music Festival was October 9 to 11, 2026, in Memphis, TN. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
Last time around (2026)
The 2026 edition of Mempho Music Festival ran its three days at the Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden. Attendees described the grounds as packed, with one visitor noting they parked a mile away and followed the crowd in. A Saturday night set from Widespread Panic drew praise, with one attendee calling the after dark performance paired with a Memphis crowd a highlight, singling out a haze shot with blue lighting. A separate comment ahead of the weekend noted the VIP section had felt weaker compared to prior years, while general admission was still described as a good three days.
What's special
Mempho Music Festival is a three-day, mid-size festival (October 9-11, 2026) held at the Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden and run by independent promoter Mempho Presents. Its programming spans rock, jam, indie, soul, and hip-hop, with extras such as an Incendia Dome and a silent disco, and it leans into a relaxed, well-run atmosphere set in a garden venue in a city synonymous with music.
What people love
Attendees repeatedly praise how easy and well-organized the festival is: free parking, short lines, and uncrowded grounds, wrapped in a safe, laid-back atmosphere that draws loyal returnees who attend all three days. Opinion is more divided on the lineups, with a recurring complaint that recent years lean on the same headliners and feel less exciting than earlier editions, and a broad sense that tickets are pricey even if roughly in line with concerts generally.
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Listen
Tap an artist to play them right here.
No official playlist linked yet. Find Mempho Music Festival on Spotify.
Lineup
Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
Nearest airport MEM.
How do I get to Mempho Music Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Mempho 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
MATA's Route 28 connects MEM to downtown Memphis (Hudson Transit Center) only, it does not reach East Memphis/Memphis Botanic Garden, so MATA is not a practical airport-to-venue option for this festival; noted for completeness since it's the airport's one rail/bus connector.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
The realistic primary option. Memphis Botanic Garden (750 Cherry Rd) is in East Memphis, several miles from both the airport and downtown, with no direct transit link from MEM. The festival's own FAQ notes rideshare pickup/dropoff locations are posted on the event page each year and advises requesting rides before the event ends due to traffic volume/congestion around Gate A/C.
Book / infoTaxis 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.
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🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost GA parking free (lots off Perkins Extended, south of Southern Ave). Premium Parking $40 for the closest lot to the venue near Gate A (limited availability). VIP parking included with VIP passes, off Cherry Rd at Gate C. Overnight parking is explicitly banned, the official FAQ states any vehicle left overnight is subject to tow, and camping/RV parking/overnight vehicle parking are all disallowed at the festival grounds. The nearest RV parking alternative named by the festival itself is the Agricenter (a separate off-site facility, not festival-operated).
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Map shows the center of Memphis. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Mempho Music Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 1
Mid-range hotels 2
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Not a natural fit. This is an urban East Memphis venue with camping explicitly banned by the festival, and no notable Hipcamp presence inside city limits, included for completeness with a general area search link only.
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organizer or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
Mempho Fest keeps its access answers inside its FAQ under an Accessibility filter rather than on a standalone page. All festival entrances are ADA accessible. Accessible restrooms are located around the festival grounds near the entrance and stages.
ADA viewing areas are provided at Stage 1 and Stage 2, and the Guest Service team assists there. Service dogs trained to assist an individual with a disability are welcome; other pets are not. The organizer publishes nothing on ground surface or terrain, accessible parking specifically, companion or carer tickets, or a quiet or sensory space.
Mempho Fest does not schedule ASL interpretation in advance but takes requests. The FAQ says that if you or a guest would like to request an ASL interpreter you should contact Front Gate Tickets through their support request form.
No interpreted performance schedule or request deadline is published.
Confirm your specific needs with the organizer's access team before you travel.
Checked 2026-09-03 · source
Pricing
Price history and tiers
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Quick answers
When is Mempho Music Festival 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was October 9 to 11, 2026. The next one is expected in October.
How much are Mempho Music Festival tickets?
$139 to $269 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. The next edition's prices will be confirmed when tickets go on sale.
Where is Mempho Music Festival held?
Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden, Memphis, TN.