Your Mid-South Weekend Guide: Nov. 6–8

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Grab the jackets and layers! A secondary cold front arrives Friday, ushering in the coldest air of the season so far across Memphis and the Mid-South. While conditions stay completely dry, temperatures will feel like a genuine November chill with highs struggling to reach the upper 50s and low 60s, followed by freezing to near-freezing overnight lows and patchy frost potential.

Here’s your full weekend lineup of events alongside your First Alert forecast before you head out!

WEEKEND WEATHER OVERVIEW

• Friday: Breezy and cooling down behind a passing cold front with highs near the mid-to-upper 60s, dropping rapidly through the 50s and 40s after sunset.
• Saturday: Crisp, sunny, and breezy. Highs top out only in the upper 50s to around 60°. Overnight lows plummet into the middle to upper 30s with patchy frost possible across outlying areas!
• Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, but remaining chilly with afternoon highs in the low 60s after a cold morning start.

THINGS TO DO ALL WEEKEND

Indie Memphis Film Festival – Halloran Centre & Malco Powerhouse

• When: Thursday, Nov. 5 – Tuesday, Nov. 10
• Cost: $15 Single Ticket | $140 Festival Pass | $275 VIP
• Where: Halloran Centre & Malco Powerhouse (Nov. 5–8); Malco Studio on the Square (Nov. 9–10)
• The Details: The 28th edition of the Indie Memphis Film Festival returns to the big screen in the South Main Arts District! This year’s slate features an incredible selection of festival circuit favorites, sharp comedies, deep-dive documentaries, moving dramas, and standout hometowner selections.
• Forecast: Perfect indoor weekend event to dodge the chilly breezes—just bring a warm coat for walking between theaters and venues along South Main.

THINGS TO DO ON FRIDAY

Fire Pit Friday – Tom Lee Park

• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Free to attend
• Where: Tom Lee Park (Downtown Riverfront)
• The Details: Cozy up by the fire and celebrate the season on the riverfront! Kick off the holidays with a hot cup of cocoa and festive holiday coloring stations.
• Forecast: Cool breeze blowing off the Mississippi River with temperatures sliding from the lower 60s into the 50s by 6 p.m. Dress in warm layers!

Memphis Grizzlies HBCU Yard Fest – FedExForum

• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Free to attend (Yard Fest)
• Where: Big River Steel Plaza at FedExForum
• The Details: In honor of HBCU Night, the Grizzlies host a free pregame celebration on the plaza from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. featuring local HBCU tents, live entertainment, a DJ set by Alpha Whiskey, and interactive fan experiences. Fans are encouraged to grab the HBCU Night ticket package (includes an exclusive T-shirt and $10 food voucher) before heading inside FedExForum to watch the Grizzlies battle the Oklahoma City Thunder at 7:00 p.m.
• Forecast: Breezy and chilly on the plaza with temps in the upper 50s at tip-off—bring a jacket if you’re hanging out outside before heading inside the arena.

Memphis Parks Movie Night: Hoppers – Mud Island Trailhead (Wolf River Greenway)

• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Free to attend
• Where: Mud Island Trailhead – Wolf River Greenway
• The Details: Catch Pixar’s lovable animated adventure Hoppers under the stars! Bring lawn chairs and blankets as animal-lover Mabel uses new technology to communicate directly with animals and rally the animal kingdom. Sweet treats provided by Mempops.
• Forecast: Chilly riverfront air! Temperatures will drop quickly through the 50s into the upper 40s during the movie. Heavy blankets, coats, and thermals are strongly recommended.

THINGS TO DO ON SATURDAY

Memphis Crafts & Drafts Festival: Holiday Market – Crosstown Concourse

• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Free to attend
• Where: Crosstown Concourse (Indoors & Outdoors)
• The Details: Get an early jump on holiday shopping at this family-friendly market featuring unique handmade goods from local makers and artists. Sip local craft beers, grab bites from Crosstown restaurants, and support local small businesses.
• Forecast: Crisp fall sunshine! Starting in the upper 40s at 10 a.m. and reaching afternoon highs near 58°–60°.

901 Hot Wing Festival – Grind City Brewing Co.

• Time: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Free admission (Wing tastings $1–$2 donation per wing)
• Where: Grind City Brewing Co.
• The Details: Sample wings from 20 competing teams to raise money for the Memphis Child Advocacy Center while enjoying cold Grind City craft brews, river views, and live music.
• Forecast: Sunny but cool and breezy on the bluff with highs near 60°. Hot wings will definitely help keep you warm!

Community Day at the Metal Museum

• Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Free admission
• Where: Metal Museum (374 Metal Museum Dr.)
• The Details: Free admission for all ages with hands-on activities, gallery tours, live metalsmithing demos, a live Iron Pour, local food trucks, and live music.
• Forecast: Bright sunshine with crisp river breezes; afternoon highs topping out around 59°–61°.

We Outside: Youth Environment Day – The Soulsville Charter School

• Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Free to attend
• Where: The Soulsville Charter School
• The Details: Rescheduled from earlier in the season due to weather! Join Young, Gifted & Green’s Memphis Youth Environmental Justice Council and community partners for games, environmental education, outdoor activities, and nature exploration.
• Forecast: Sunny and pleasant with comfortable afternoon temperatures right around 60°. Great weather for outdoor games!

Fetty Wap: Nostalgia Tour – Satellite Music Hall

• Time: 7:00 p.m. | Tickets: $75–$413
• Where: Satellite Music Hall
• The Details: Sing along to 2010s throwback bangers like “Trap Queen,” “679,” and “My Way” as Fetty Wap brings the Nostalgia Tour to Memphis.
• Forecast: Indoor venue—bundle up for the walk from the car as outside temps dive into the 40s.

Yung Gravy: The Joyrider Tour – Minglewood Hall

• Time: 8:00 p.m. | Tickets: $33–$157
• Where: Minglewood Hall (Midtown)
• The Details: Yung Gravy brings his comedic flow, retro samples, and high-energy stage presence to Midtown with special guest Terror Reid.
• Forecast: Clear and chilly outside with temperatures falling into the low 40s by the end of the show.

THINGS TO DO ON SUNDAY

Food of Memphis Festival – 781 Highland St.

• Time: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Where: 781 Highland St.
• The Details: Celebrate the best flavors across the 901! Chow down on local culinary favorites, grab a drink, and enjoy live music and community vibes all afternoon.
• Forecast: Blue skies and light winds with comfortable afternoon highs reaching the low 60s before cooling down fast after 5 p.m.

Have a wonderful, safe, and cozy Mid-South weekend!

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