Don’t you think this stage deserves a a four-day, birthday shellebration?

From Thursday, September 10th through Sunday, September 13th, the Overton Park Shell will present a full weekend of exciting programming—inviting Memphians to commemorate 90 years of music shared, memories made, and milestones reached at the historic, backyard venue that was built in 1936.

Empowered by Orion Financial, the 90th “Shell-ebration” will serve as an invitation for visitors to embark on a journey through iconic Shell-eras as local artists, and institutions, pay homage to past performances—and revive notable gatherings that cemented the mission to make the Overton Park Shell an accessible space for all to experience esteemed entertainment and fruitful fellowship.

SHELL-EBRATE GOOD TIMES, COME ON!

The “shell-ebratory” events kick-off Thursday, September 10th, with a ticketed concert featuring “the architect of Memphis soul sound”—famed frontman, Booker T. Jones of Stax Records house band Booker T. & The M.G.’s. Presented by Mempho Presents, all proceeds from this Shell Yeah! Benefit Series showcase directly support future programming, and preservation efforts.

Friday, September 11th through Sunday, September 13th, the birthday festivities will be free to the public as new partnerships pave way for uniquely-Memphis programming.