Memphis, This is Your Stage!

Memphis, you have a new ride! The Shell On Wheels "Mobile Shell" is finally live and we can't wait for you to experience it! We are so thankful for your support, as we could not have done it without you.

This amazing one-of-a-kind replica of the Overton Park Shell is just a testament to our amazing city and what we can accomplish when we collaborate together. Every organization, artist, and business who contributed your ideas, time, and resources to creating this incredible mobile stage is what made this dream come true.

To all the incredible individuals and organizations who have generously invested their time, energy, and resources in bringing this extraordinary vision to life, we extend our heartfelt appreciation. We are immensely grateful to our Presenting Sponsor, I Love Memphis, whose unwavering support has been the driving force behind Shell on Wheels. Additionally, we extend our sincerest thanks to all the other sponsors and partners who have joined us on this exhilarating journey, guiding us through the fast lane of creating something remarkable:

I Love Memphis
nexAir
Orion Federal Credit Union
Baptist Memorial Healthcare
AutoZone
Continental Battery Systems
ARTSmemphis
Tri-State Truck Center
First Horizon Foundation
Hyde Family Foundations
Hohenberg Foundation
Wiregrass Construction Company
NAACP (Memphis Branch)
Memphis Sound Lab

Memphis, this is your stage and we are so excited to enjoy this ride together! Join us in our mission to amplify the voices of Memphis artists and creatives, making the performing arts accessible to ALL of Memphis!

JOIN THE SHELL STREET TEAM

Join The Shell's official Street Team and become a vital force in shaping our mission of building a stronger, more connected community through the power of music. When you lend your support, not only do you get free tickets to our Shell Yeah! Benefit Series, but you're helping to directly provide extraordinary musical experiences to those who may not otherwise have access to them, making a lasting impact on our beloved Memphis community through our Orion Free Concert Series.

With your passionate participation, we can achieve remarkable things. As a Street Team member, you'll be at the forefront of creating awareness and generating excitement about our cause. By putting up flyers, sharing your enthusiasm on social media, rallying friends and neighbors, and spreading the word far and wide, you're amplifying the impact of our concerts and ensuring that the joy of music reaches even more individuals in our community.

Click the link below to learn more about joining The Shell's official Street Team. Together, we can make a difference, one beat, one note, and one shared experience at a time. Join us today and be an essential part of something truly special.

IMPORTANT: VENUE CHANGE FOR DREW HOLCOMB AND THE NEIGHBORS

After consulting with our partner, National Weather Service Memphis, we have been advised that there is impending weather tomorrow afternoon and evening that will hinder the set up, production, band, and audience safety for our fundraiser. Thankfully, we have a neighboring venue that has generously opened its doors to us allowing the show to go on. We will be moving our Shell Yeah! Benefit Concert featuring Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors to Minglewood Hall (1555 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104). 

In order to provide you with the best experience at Minglewood Hall, we ask that you review carefully the following before you arrive:

• Doors will open at 6pm and Drew begins at 7:30pm sharp. Security will be wanding all guests, checking bags and ID's (wristbands will be worn by all 21+ guests)

• No coolers, food or chairs will be allowed in the venue! This show will be predominantly standing room only. A limited number of chairs will be available.

• This concert will have a large audience– be aware that you may be standing in close proximity to other ticket holders.

• Children 5 and under do not require a ticket.

• No professional photography, video, or audio recording equipment.

• There will be no food trucks, however Minglewood Hall does offer food inside of the venue

You may not see our “Bucket Brigade” volunteers walking around, but you’ll still be able to drop a donation in the bucket or DipJar and load up on your favorite Shell merch by visiting the Shell Shop and information station set up in the central atrium. We'll have brand new merch and more fun goodies that we're rolling out for the first time, plus a special discount on our Shell Yeah! t-shirts just for you!

Don’t forget to check out the other upcoming show in our Shell Yeah! Benefit Series: Drive-By Truckers (10/7)! Find out more info about the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series AND our Orion Free Concert Series, which returns on September 1st at overtonparkshell.org

Thanks again for your support of the Overton Park Shell. We can’t wait to see you!

Thanks,

Overton Park Shell Team

The Overton Park Shell is a non-profit organization presenting concerts free for all each year as part of our mission of building a stronger Memphis community through music, finding common ground in a diverse audience.  All proceeds from the Shell Yeah! Benefit Concerts directly support and power our Free Concert Series to keep the mission of the Overton Park Shell accessible for all. We will have donation areas and Shell Shop open at Minglewood if you want to provide extra support.

SHELL YEAH! ANNOUNCES DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS OCT 7

Drive-By Truckers will be the fourth show in the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series. Tickets go on sale May 5th, with a Shell Circle Members pre-sale live from 10am to 10pm on May 4th.

Tickets for the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series go directly to powering our FREE Series that we all know and love, so mark your calendars and get ready to party! Grab your tickets before they’re gone and be a part of this unforgettable night.

Click here for tickets + more info

SHELL YEAH ANNOUNCES DREW HOLCOMB AND THE NEIGHBORS

Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors will be the third show in the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series. Tickets are on sale now!

Tickets for the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series go directly to powering our FREE Series that we all know and love, so mark your calendars and get ready to party! Grab your tickets before they’re gone and be a part of this unforgettable night.

Click here for tickets + more info

VENUE CHANGE: NIGHT 1 OF SHELL DAZE (FRI 4/21) MOVED TO CROSSTOWN THEATER

The National Weather Service (NWS) have advised that severe storms are moving into our area on Friday, and Mempho Presents has decided to move the first day of Shell Daze to the beautiful Crosstown Theater. Crosstown Theater is located at 1350 Concourse Ave, Memphis TN 38104.

SATURDAY WILL REMAIN AS SCHEDULED AT THE OVERTON PARK SHELL.

Thank you to Crosstown Theater for helping accommodating this move for the Mempho Presents Shell Daze Music Festival!

All tickets will be honored at the new venue.

For more questions, email info@memphopresents.com

2023 Orion Free Concert Series Lineup Announced

The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here - the Orion Free Concert Series lineup is here, and we couldn't be more thrilled to share it with you! Get ready to experience an incredible array of musical talent, with something for everybody. Acts hail from the Memphis-area, around the country and overseas.

New this season is a partnership with Deaf Connect of the Mid-South. As a result, multiple concerts will include certified deaf interpreters on stage during performances.

The schedule includes returning shows such as Sunset Symphony, DreamFest Weekend, the Memphis Country Blues Festival and Shakespeare at the Shell, plus touring artists playing everything from soulful R&B to foot-tapping country to danceable indie rock.

Click here to check out the lineup and learn more! Then, mark your calendars, grab your friends and family, and get ready to dance the night away with us. See you on the lawn!

WEATHER DATE CHANGE: SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS MOVE TO JUNE 2

Considering the safety of the band, our production crew, and our audience, the weather conditions on April 6 made it impossible to safely put on our Shell Yeah! Benefit Concert featuring Squirrel Nut Zippers. Our lawn is flooded and your experience at The Shell is our #1 priority.

We are grateful for Squirrel Nut Zippers to allow us to bring them back to our historic stage with a rescheduled date of Friday, June 2nd. All tickets for the April 6 show will be honored at the new date. Tickets are back on sale for the new date.

Click here for additional show info and tickets!

SHELL YEAH! WENDY MOTEN IS HEADING TO THE SHELL ON MAY 13TH

SHELL YEAH! This Friday, grab your tickets for an unforgettable performance by hometown hero Wendy Moten, live at The Shell on May 13th!

Wendy Moten’s soulful voice and dynamic range make her one of the most captivating performers today! With a career spanning over three decades, she’s worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Michael McDonald, Faith Hill, and Vince Gill. 
Wendy is pulling out all the stops and will be bringing a star studded band with her, AND she's got some amazing special guests lined up, like Tamara Jones Monger, Stephanie Bolton, Susan Marshall, and more! This is shaping up to be a night you definitely don't want to miss! .

Tickets for the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series go directly to powering our FREE Series that we all know and love, so mark your calendars and get ready to party! Grab your tickets and be a part of this unforgettable night.

Click here for tickets and more info!

First 2023 Shell Yeah! Benefit Series Concert Announced

On April 6th the Squirrel Nut Zippers are returning to the Overton Park Shell for the first time since 2018, and it’s a concert you won’t want to miss! Known for their unique blend of jazz, swing, and rockabilly that creates an unforgettable, high-energy performance; you’ll be tapping your feet and dancing to the beat from the moment they step foot on our historic stage!

Tickets go on sale this Friday (2/3) at 10am CT, and Shell Circle Members can purchase tickets from 10am-10pm on Thursday (2/2).

Tickets for the Shell Yeah! Benefit Series go directly to powering our FREE Series that we all know and love, so mark your calendars and get ready to party! Grab your tickets before they’re gone and be a part of this unforgettable night.