NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide is Here!

Shop with purpose and share the spirit of the Shell with your loved ones—make this holiday memorable with gifts that give back! From stylish Shell merch and locally made jewelry to exclusive memberships and backstage tour experiences— each gift tells a story and powers the magic of the Shell.

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WANT A MAGICAL HOLIDAY PHOTOSHOOT?

Giving Tuesday is almost here, and we’re giving YOU a way to honor the memories you’ve made under the stars at the historic Overton Park Shell. Between now and December 2nd, donate $75 or more to secure a slot during our first-ever Rockstar-ry Night Photoshoot on Tuesday, December 3rd. 

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Shell Voted ‘Best Place to See Live Music’ in Best Of Memphis awards for 13th straight year!

We've been named the #1 Best Place to See Live Music in Memphis for the 13th straight year by voters in the Memphis Flyer's Best Of Memphis awards! The Shell was also voted #2 in Best Family Entertainment and Best Performing Arts Venue.

WE’RE NUMBER ONE!

We've been named the #1 Best Place to See Live Music in Memphis for the 13th straight year by voters in the Memphis Flyer's Best Of Memphis awards! The Shell was also voted #2 in Best Family Entertainment and Best Performing Arts Venue.

Thanks to everyone who nominated us and voted for us!

View all the results here: https://bom24.memphisflyer.com/

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Get Ready for Smith & Myers- Event/Venue Info

Everything you need to know before the show!

5:30PM: Doors Open | 6:30PM: Smith, Myers, and More | 7:30PM: Smith & Myers

  • We are located in the heart of Overton Park in Midtown, Memphis. To find us, enter the park from one of the Poplar Avenue entrances and follow the wayfinding signs that directs you to the Shell.

    Check out this map from Overton Park Conservancy for more information.

    You cannot access the Shell from the East Parkway side of the park.

    Our address is 1928 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104.

  • All seating is general admission (GA) lawn seating. Bring enough lawn chairs/blankets for your party to sit comfortably.

    Space is available on a first come, first serve basis. Doors open at 5:30pm.

    Please keep designated ADA accessible seating areas open for patrons who need them.

  • There is no designated parking lot for the Overton Park Shell.*

    Ride sharing and carpooling are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!

    Free (but limited) parking available throughout Overton Park. Be mindful of tow away zones and fire lanes. No parking on the grass.

    Street parking available in surrounding neighborhoods (except on Kenilworth Pl.) Do not block private driveways or park on private property.

    *Designated ADA parking spaces are available near both venue entrances.

  • Ticketmaster is the official platform for ticket purchases. We cannot guarantee tickets purchased on any other platform are legitimate.

    Tickets must be downloaded to your mobile wallet (Apple/Google Wallet) or Ticketmaster app prior to the event.

    Screenshots, confirmation emails, and print-outs are not valid tickets.

    If you are having issues with ticketing prior to the event, please contact Ticketmaster or check out their ticketing help section here: https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9786597785617-How-do-I-use-Mobile-Entry-tickets

    Free entry for children 4 & under

    There are 2 venue entrances/box office location:

    BOX OFFICE 1: VETERANS DRIVE (NEAR ZOO ENTRANCE)

    BOX OFFICE 2: MUSEUM DRIVE (BEHIND MEMPHIS BROOKS MUSEUM OF ART)

    See venue map below for reference.

    Please have your tickets ready to scan when arriving at the entrance.

    Will call is located at the box office table near each entrance.

  • Outside food + beverage is prohibited at ticketed events.

    Food trucks and Jaguar Shell Bar located in AutoZone Food & Beverage Concourse

    Additional bars located throughout the venue (see map). Additional food vendor located at the top of the hill (see map).

    You may bring an empty, refillable water bottle to use at our water refill stations (see map).

  • Permitted items include:

    • Lawn chairs

    • Blankets 8'x10' or smaller

    • Bug spray

    • Sunscreen

    • An empty, refillable water bottle

    Prohibited items include:

    • Tents, canopies, and umbrellas

    • Pets

    • Outside food and beverage

    • Inflatables

    • Coolers

    • Fireworks

    • Weapons

    • Drugs

    Large bags will be checked by security prior to entry.

Venue Map

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HEALY MOVES TO GROWLERS

Due to weather, Healy (9/13) will be moved to Growlers at 8pm. Show will remain free.

Due to weather, Healy (9/13) will be moved to Growlers at 8pm. Show will remain free.

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