Memphis, TN – Memphis Botanic Garden (MBG) is pleased to announce the return of Twilight Thursdays this May through October. Every Thursday from May 11 through October 26, from 5-8 pm, the Garden will be open for extended hours for visitors to explore the 96-acre grounds. Dogs are welcome during these special extended hours, and a cash bar will be available to grab a seasonal sip, beer, or wine to enjoy during their visit.

The second Thursday of each month will feature food trucks & live music including Jeremy Stanfill and Josh Cosby, Tracking Giants, Short in the Sleeve, Rowdy Franks, and Movie Night Band. Memphis food truck favorites will be on-site May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, and October 12 for a picnic dinner. Look forward to your favorite bites from Soi Number 9, StickEm, Good Groceries Mobile Diner, Delta Soul East & Sweets, Zio Matto Gelato, Cookies & Cream of Germantown, New Wing Order, Pok Cha’s Egg Rolls, Mexico in Memphis, Awesome Dogs, and more! Follow the Garden’s social media for updates and details on each date.

The series kicks off on May 11 with live music from Movie Night Band and food from Cousins Maine Lobster, El Mero Taco, Just Wraps, Diamond Dave’s Pizza, Fries Galore and More, Voodoo Cafe & Food Truck, and Mempops.

Twilight Thursdays are a unique, family-friendly destination or date night every Thursday from May 11 through October! The event is free with Garden admission and advanced reservations are not required.

MBG Members enjoy free daily admission to the Garden, including Twilight Thursdays. For non-members, daily admission tickets can be purchased upon arrival and are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (62+), $7 for children aged 2-12, and free for children under 2. Learn more about Twilight Thursdays at membg.org/events/twilight-thursdays