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✈️How to get to Mempho Fest 2026
Planning your trip to Mempho Fest 2026? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Memphis International Airport (MEM), about 9 km from the venue.
- Allow about 13 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Memphis or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Mempho Fest 2026 accommodation: hotels near Memphis
Mempho Fest 2026 takes place in Memphis from October 9 to October 11. Arrival night: October 9. The map below is prefilled for Oct 9–12 and shows how far each hotel, apartment or rental is from the site.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Memphis.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Mempho Fest 2026 weather
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🗺️Things to do near Mempho Fest 2026
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📋About
Mempho Fest is a three-day music festival at Radians Amphitheater amid the natural beauty of Memphis Botanic Garden featuring some of music's biggest names playing in the most legendary music city on earth, Memphis Tennessee.
❓FAQ
When and where is Mempho Fest 2026?
Over three days, Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October 2026, at the Radians Amphitheater at Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Rd, Memphis, Tennessee. The festival has called this venue home since 2021.
What are the gate times?
Friday 9 October, 3:00pm to 11:30pm; Saturday 10, 1:00pm to 11:30pm; Sunday 11, 1:00pm to 10:30pm. Bear in mind there is no re-entry once you leave.
How many stages are there?
Sets are split between Stage 1 and Stage 2, plus the Incendia Dome, home to a silent disco among other things.
Can I pay with cash?
No, Mempho Fest is an all-cashless event. Your RFID wristband is your ticket and can be linked to a credit card so you can pay for food, drinks and merch with a tap; credit cards are also accepted directly.
What food is available?
Regional and local vendors including Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, Leonard's Pit Barbecue, FreeWheelin Pizzeria, Peace Love Quesadillas and The Bowl Joint, with vegan and gluten-free options. Outside food and drink are not allowed, but you can bring one empty refillable bottle and use the free hydration stations.
Can kids attend?
Yes, all ages are welcome. Children under 3 get in without a ticket, limited to one child per ticketed adult; everyone aged 3 and over needs a ticket. Note that strollers are not permitted.
Is the festival wheelchair accessible?
All entrances are ADA accessible, and ADA viewing areas are set up at Stage 1 and Stage 2. Accessible restrooms are located near the entrance and the stages, and an ASL interpreter can be requested through Front Gate Tickets.
Is there camping on site?
No. Camping, RV parking and overnight parking are not allowed, and vehicles left in the lots overnight will be towed. The closest RV parking is at the Agricenter.
