Memphis In May International Festival

May 1 - May 23, 2009

Memphis, Tennessee really knows how to celebrate the month of May! May Day and Cinco de Mayo celebrations cannot compare to the annual Memphis In May International Festival-----an entire month of fun, food and music!  The festival features the Beale Street Music Festival—60 bands on 4 stages in 1 weekend; the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest—fabulous food, Ms. Piggie Idol competition and musical entertainment; the Sunset Symphony—the perfect ending to a perfect celebration with this year’s featured group Three Dog Night. The Memphis in May Festival also offers educational programs and a salute to the festival’s honored country—Chile. 

Need a hotel near all the action of the Memphis In May Festival?  The Hampton Inn Collierville East Memphis Hotel offers clean, comfortable lodging to travelers attending the MIM Festival.  Our rooms feature King or two Double Cloud Nine beds along with free high-speed Internet access.  Enjoy a delicious complimentary On the House™ hot breakfast each morning before heading out for the day.   Our Poplar Avenue location provides convenient access to the Memphis In May International Festival via Interstate 40—a short drive of about 15 minutes.