Lots Of Music In Memphis This Weekend

If you are a music fan, this is a good weekend to be in Memphis. Two festivals headline a variety of music options.

The Memphis Music and Heritage Festival will have five stages Downtown (near Main Street and Peabody Place) from 11am-11pm on Saturday and Sunday. Headliners included Al Kapone, Bobby Rush, Amy LaVere, Blind Mississippi Morris and Susan Marshall. A wild card recommendation may be the Memphis Klezmer All-Stars. In addition to music, there will be cooking demonstrations, crafts and artists for your enjoyment. Admission is free.

The Delta Fair and Music Festival kicks off on Friday and continues through September 13. There is a variety of music this weekend, including an appearance by Eddie Money. Don't forget to check out the animal (ostrich and pig) races and mid-evil jousting while you are there.

On a more laid back level, The Moody Blues will be at the Memphis Botanic Garden on Friday and there will be free music all weekend at the Levitt Shell.