Overton Park Shell

Reaching 90 years old is no small feat. This stage, the stars who have stood on it, and every patron who has rooted themselves in the legacy of this lawn are worthy of a commemoration that reflects the dedication Memphis music-lovers have to cultivating culture and community 🎶〽️ Empowered by @theorionfinancial , The Overton Park Shell 90th Birthday Shell-ebration Weekend will not only serve as a sound showcase, but a memory book, and a crystal ball—bridging the gap between our past and future. 🎉 JOIN US THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH-13TH 🎉 🗓️ Thursday, September 10th 😎 Shell Yeah Benefit Series ft. @bookertjonesmusic presented by @memphopresents 🗓️ Friday, September 11th 🎂 The Shellbert-hday Picnic 🗓️ Saturday, September 12th 🎙️Sounds of the Shell: 9 Decades of Delight presented by David Less 🗓️ Sunday, September 13th 💚 The Gathering: Lifted By Love, Guided by Sound presented by @ephie.johnson , @garrygoin , @ginaneely , and @princeton_james 🎛️ Connecting Cables: The Memphis Studio Superset celebrating @staxrecords , @americanrecordingstudio , @royalstudiosmemphis , @samphillipsrecording , and @weareunapologetic —produced by @markedgarstuart This is your ticket to honor the music shared, memories made, and milestones reached at your historic, backyard bandshell 🐚🔊 Link in bio to learn more, and get involved. 🎥: @discipledesign #overtonparkshell #memphis #choose901 #ilovememphis #memphismusic

THE SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR SUMMER NIGHTS HAS FINALLY ARRIVED ▶️🌞 The Overton Park Shell will soon reclaim its title as the place for music-lovers in Memphis to experience accessible soundscapes 🎶 Peep the lineup, and make a plan to join us on the lawn as the Orion Financial Free Concert Series returns 🔊🤸‍♂️💫 #overtonparkshell Want to see a show AND throw a party? Our private decks are calling your name! Reserve your space to enjoy the vibes and views 🎉😎 🔗: /sponsorship-opportunities As we honor 90 years of music and memories made under the stars, this is your ticket to empower efforts that will showcase unique collaborations, and iconic tributes—and tell stories that pay homage to the legacy of this stage. Donate today 💚🎫 🔗: overtonparkshell.org/donate 🎨: @discipledesign #memphis #choose901 #ilovememphis #memphismusic

🎟️ ON SALE NOW 🎟️ What better way to kick off our 90th Birthday Shell-ebration Weekend than with a homecoming concert featuring the very man who grew the “Green Onions.” Join us on Thursday, September 10th, as “the architect of Memphis soul sound”—famed frontman, Booker T. Jones of Booker T. & The M.G.’s—takes the stage 😎🎙️ Link in bio to purchase. Booker T. Jones is the first artist to be announced as part of the 2026 Shell Yeah! Benefit Series—an annual fundraising event for the Overton Park Shell, empowered by Mempho Presents. The series features a number of ticketed concerts which support the Shell’s preservation, and programming such as the Orion Financial Free Concert Series. #bookert #overtonparkshell #memphis #ilovememphis #choose901

Music may be the medium, but—at its core—the Shell mission serves as a catalyst to strengthen the bond between communities 🧡 In support of @tablespreadmemphis , non-perishable pantry donations will be accepted on-site during the following shows: 📆 (5/24) Sunset Symphony ft. @memphissymphonyorchestra 📆 (6/27) Stax Music Academy Summer Music Experience ft. @staxmusicacademy ITEMS INCLUDE: Pasta Pasta Sauce (non-Meat options) Crackers Canned Beans (No Added Meat) Peanut Butter Jelly Rice Sugar Tuna Oil Oatmeal Canned Vegetables Household items Hygiene products Infant essentials Link in bio to learn more 💛🤲 #overtonparkshell #memphis #ilovememphis #choose901 #wearememphis

20+ artists. One historic stage. Dreamfest doing it big, per usual. Don’t miss the mic drop 🎤🤩 #overtonparkshell SEE YOU @ 4PM! 🎶: @dreamfestweekend ⁠🚚 Food trucks: @chaishalalfoodtruck | @smokeandtoasteats | @odds_smashxgrab | @mempops | DP’s Italian Ice Link in bio and below to learn more. 🎶: /eventpage/freeconcertseries/dreamfest Can’t come to the show? Make your presence known by supporting our mission to create accessible music experiences ✨ Donate today 💚 #memphismusic #memphis #ilovememphis #choose901

Here is shirt #4 of our @overtonparkshell X @slowdowndrygoods merch capsule. AVAILABLE TONIGHT (5/16) at the @_bodywerk performance ❤️👊🌞 Designed by @mrdrewryan

Just sayin… y’all might want to stretch before this one… When @_bodywerk brings that heat to this historic stage, you won’t be able to help, but buss it all the way down to the ground 🍑🥵 #overtonparkshell SEE YOU @ 7:30PM! 🎶: @_bodywerk | @rmzi | @jessdigitech | @stephanyymedinaa ⁠🚚 Food trucks: @soinumber9 | @crossovereats901 | @halinkaspolisheatery | @mempops 🤝SPONSORS🤝 @theorionfinancial | @memphopresents 🧡 COMMUNITY PARTNERS 🧡 @mane_up_memphis | @slowdowndrygoods Link in bio and below to learn more. 🎶: /eventpage/freeconcertseries/rmzifriends Can’t come to the show? Make your presence known by supporting our mission to create accessible music experiences ✨ Donate today 💚 #memphismusic #memphis #ilovememphis #choose901

Here’s shirt #3 for our @overtonparkshell X @slowdowndrygoods merch capsule 🙏🤝 Available Saturday May 16th at the @_bodywerk show at the Shell ✅ Modeled by Kae Design by @mrdrewryan Photos and video by Eli

You really want to miss out on gaining early access to Shell Yeah! ticket sales? 😏 So, you don’t want to reap the benefits of Shell Bar and Shell Shop discounts? 💸 And you don’t like exclusive, event invitations? 💌 Your dog must hate free treats, too 🦴 Wait… None of that’s true? Then why haven’t you joined the Shell Circle? 👀🟢 Link in bio to learn more. 🎥: Shell Yeah! 2025 ft. @kraftwerkofficial #overtonparkshell #memphis #ilovememphis #choose901 #memphismusic

Here’s shirt #2 of our @overtonparkshell X @slowdowndrygoods capsule. 🌞🌞🌞🌞 Available May 16th at the @_bodywerk and friends show 🫡🤘 Thanks @gonerrecords for letting us take photos inside :) Designed by @mrdrewryan Photos by Eli

Shirt #1 for the @overtonparkshell X @slowdowndrygoods capsule. Available May 16th at the Overton Park Shell merch tent! Designed by Eli

DreamFest Weekend is almost here, and the energy already feels special. 🎶✨ These rehearsal moments at @memslimhouse are just a glimpse of the talent, creativity, and preparation going into this weekend. The artists, band, creatives, and event organizers have been working for months to bring a true SHOW to the city and trust me, the talent being showcased all weekend long is incredible. 🔥 From May 15–17, DreamFest Weekend is bringing three days of music, culture, creativity, and community to Memphis with various music genres represented, so there’s something for everyone. ✨ FRIDAY, MAY 15 from 5:30-9:00 PM The Connection, an Artist Networking Event at the Epicenter Downtown 🔥 SATURDAY, MAY 16 from 1:00-6:00 PM Free Em ALL Block Party honoring Black mamas at Slim House 🎤 SUNDAY, MAY 17 from 4:00-9:00 PM Loungin In The Park a concert at Overton Park Shell Live music. Good energy. Incredible talent. Community. And the best part? It’s FREE. See y’all this weekend! 🎶🔥 #DreamFestWeekend #DreamFest #MemphisMusic #BehindTheScenes #MemphisCreatives