His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, ruler of the Asante Kingdom, will attend and participate in our international salute to the Republic of Ghana. The Asante Kingdom is a constitutionally protected sub-national traditional state in union with Ghana. The Asantehene’s visit to Memphis will highlight some of Ghana’s culture and traditions. His Majesty will lead […]
International
The King’s Speech
School Competition Winners – 2022 Ghana
Children’s Poster Competition – sponsored by International Paper Grand Prize Winner – Elliana Duckworth Grades 5 & 6 Grades 3 & 4 Grades K – 2 Multimedia/PowerPoint Competition – sponsored by Hargrove Foundation Grades 6 – 12 1st Place Joshua Fancher – grade 12 2nd Place Jermarion Alford – grade 9 3rd Place Keenan Wilson […]
Ghana – 2022
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International Salute History
Through the years, Memphis in May has played host to international Ambassadors, exhibits and performance troupes from 38 countries, including Japan (1977 & 1986), Canada (1978 & 2016), Germany (1979), Venezuela (1980), Egypt (1981), The Netherlands (1982 & 2001), Israel (1983), Mexico (1984), Australia (1985), China (1987), The United Kingdom (1988), Kenya (1989), France (1990), […]
Malaysia Gala
2023 International Gala Magical Night in Malaysia The Board of Directors of Memphis in May International Festival invites you to the 2023 Magical Night in Malaysia Gala. FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 COCKTAILS 6:30 PM | DINNER 7:30 PM(Cocktail Attire; Black Tie Optional) THE PEABODY HOTEL SKYWAY ROOM149 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38103 This spectacular event […]
School Competition Winners – 2023 Malaysia
Children’s Poster Competition – sponsored by International Paper Grand Prize Winner – Kaitlyn Bulla Grades 5 & 6 Grades 3 & 4 Grades K – 2
Malaysia – 2023
Memphis in May International Festival was excited to salute the diverse, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural nation of Malaysia as the 2023 honored country. Malaysia is the eighth Asian country selected by the organization as the honoree for the citywide festival salute. Celebrating the people and culture of Malaysia will be the year-long focus of the 2023 […]
International Salute
2025 Honored Country – South Korea Greater Memphis Chamber leading International Programming Building on a partnership spanning nearly 50 years, the Greater Memphis Chamber will lead all international, economic development, and diplomatic activities for Memphis in May International Festival, including the annual selection of an honored country. The Memphis in May Board of Directors unanimously […]
