Liberty Park
Liberty Park is in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, with restaurants, shops and theaters within walking distance or a short 5-minute drive. Parking is cashless and costs $10 plus fees for a standard event. It has hosted the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Before you go
- Indoor or outdoor
- Both: outdoor festival grounds, plus indoor event and expo spaces
- Official site
- libertyparkmemphis.com
- Next festival here
- Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, May 12 to 15, 2027
Worth knowing before you go
- Parking is cashless: buy through Just Park in advance or pay on site by card.
- Show your Just Park pass on your phone before you reach the parking attendant.
- Major festivals such as Memphis in May can price parking differently from the standard $10 plus fees.
- ADA parking needs a valid placard shown on arrival.
- Do not leave valuables visible in your car, because all parking is at your own risk.
Festivals here
Venue basics: Walkable to restaurants and shops · Cashless parking, $10 plus fees · ADA parking, first come first served.
Is it for you
Choose it if
- You want to walk to restaurants and shops before or after a festival.
- You are happy to pay for parking by card or app.
Think twice if
- You want to bring your own alcohol.
- You plan to pay for parking in cash.
Getting there and parking
Liberty Park is in the heart of Memphis, with restaurants, shops, theaters, parks and entertainment venues within walking distance or a short 5-minute drive.
Standard event parking is $10 plus fees. Stadium game days and major festivals such as Memphis in May can differ, so check the event's page. All parking is cashless, so buy it in advance through Just Park or pay on site by credit or debit card. Parking locations can vary by event, and Oak View Group sets rates and locations event by event.
Accessibility
ADA parking is first come, first served, at the same rates and fees as other parking. A valid ADA placard must be shown when you arrive.
Confirm your specific needs with the venue before you travel (libertyparkmemphis.com).
Camping
We don't yet have confirmed information about camping at Liberty Park. The venue's own pages are the place to check: libertyparkmemphis.com.
Food, water and what you can bring
No alcoholic beverages may be brought into Liberty Park. Authorized vendors sell alcohol during events.
Smoking is allowed only in designated smoking areas, and any smoking materials must be put out before you enter the property. Guests also follow a prohibited items list when entering.
Recently at Liberty Park
Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest
Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest
A little history
The contest was held at Liberty Park in May 2026. It started in 1978 and was earlier set in Tom Lee Park.