Memphis in May is pleased to welcome Memphis City Council Chairwoman Jamita Swearengen to our Board of Directors as the Board Liaison to the city. She was appointed to the position in February 2022. Ms. Swearengen has participated in the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest since 1980, when she and her sister would follow their […]
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King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II will visit Memphis to attend the Salute to the Republic of Ghana
April 7, 2022 – MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE, USA – Memphis in May International Festival announced that His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, will attend and participate in the Memphis in May International Festival’s salute to the Republic of Ghana in May. Festival organizers received the official notice from the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, Ghana, in […]
Free Rapid Shuttle Service from MATA for Beale Street Music Festival
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – March 30, 2022 – Arrangements have been made with Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) to operate a free rapid bus shuttle between downtown and the Fairgrounds in Liberty Park during the festival to accommodate out-of-town fans accustomed to staying in downtown hotels. The shuttle service will serve ticket holders that register in […]
Foo Fighters Cancel Tour and all appearances
MEMPHIS, TN – March 29, 2022 – Due to the recent tragic loss of drummer Taylor Hawkins, the Foo Fighters have announced that they will cancel their planned tour and all upcoming appearances. This includes the April 29 appearance at the Beale Street Music Festival. The 44th edition of the Beale Street Music Festival is […]
2022 FINE ARTS POSTER HONORING GHANA
March 24, 2022 – MEMPHIS, TN. Memphis in May International Festival unveiled the 2022 Fine Arts Poster honoring the Republic of Ghana tonight in the National Civil Rights Museum’s Hyde Hall. The original work for the Fine Arts Poster is acrylic on canvas and was created by Memphis artist Carl Moore. “This will be Carl’s […]
Memphis In May Seeking Executive Assistant
The Memphis in May International Festival is seeking an Executive Assistant with outstanding office skills to support the president & CEO. This is a full-time, year-round career position at one of America’s leading civic festival organizations. We offer a starting base salary range between $46,000 and $52,000 along with a desirable benefits package including paid medical, dental, […]
Now Accepting Vendor Applications For 2022
Vendor Applications are now open for the 2022 Beale Street Music Festival and World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. Our two biggest events will be held in midtown at the Memphis Fairgrounds due to construction at our home in Tom Lee Park. If you are interested in applying to attend the events as a concession or merchandise vendor, please go […]
Memphis In May Seeking Program Director
PROGRAM DIRECTOR JOB OPENING The Memphis in May International Festival is seeking a Program Director to manage our arts, international culture, education and select entertainment programs and events. This is a full-time year-round career position at one of America’s leading civic festival organizations. Areas of responsibility include direct management of artistic exhibits and displays, international […]
Memphis In May Releases Annual Report For Fy2021 Announces 2022 Dates
MEMPHIS, TN, September 2, 2021 – Memphis in May International Festival released its annual report highlighting the results of another fiscal year impacted by the global pandemic. The organization posted a loss of $170,927 in FY2021 following the record $1.795 million loss in 2020 when the festival was forced to cancel all events due to COVID19 which contributed to […]
Memphis In May Announces Changes To 2021 Festival Events Due To Pandemic
Due to the continuing threat of COVID 19, adjustments have been made to the 2021 Memphis in May event calendar as the effects of the pandemic is expected to extend into the spring. World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest will proceed as planned May 12-15, 2021 with strict COVID19 protocols in place. The World Championship will be […]
