Family events in Memphis, TN

A foam-filled 5K returns to Memphis at Shelby Farms Park, inviting participants to run, walk, dance, and play their way through colorful bubble bogs and billows of sudsy fun. The course is non-competitive and untimed, making it a welcoming choice for all ages and fitness levels. Runners, walkers, and strollers can move at their own pace while enjoying lively music, plenty of laughter, and bubbles from start to finish. Expect to cross the finish line splashed in every color and covered in foam. Free registration is still available.

The 7th annual community 5K, formerly the Sweet Cheeks 5K, has a new summer-themed name and welcomes participants of all ages. The event aims to raise funds for Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry while highlighting poverty and diaper needs in Shelby County and surrounding communities. Participants can run, walk, or even dance to the finish. A Kids Dash is part of the festivities, and a ticket for children 8 and under includes a shirt, a short fun run, and access to a kid zone with games, face painting, and other activities. U of M’s Pouncer will be on hand to cheer for the young runners.

New Direction Christian Church offers a food pantry dedicated to serving families with compassion, consistency, and respect. This outreach extends care beyond the worship space and into the neighborhood, providing bags of groceries as practical support. Help is available without advance registration or added hurdles.

Overton Park Conservancy sets up refreshing waterslides on the Greensward next to Veterans Plaza, offering a fun way for kids to cool off. Families can drop in for splashes and smiles. The event is free and no registration is required.

Learn the essentials of breastfeeding in Classroom ABC with guidance from nurse experts. The session includes a discussion of breastfeeding basics and dedicated time for questions and answers. To register, contact the Maternity Care Coordinator at Beautiful.Beginnings@bmhcc.org or 901-227-9873.

CatVideoFest, the leading celebration of feline footage, returns with a freshly curated reel of brand new cat videos made for the big screen. Hosted at the Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium and presented locally by Like You Film Club in association with Oscilloscope Laboratories, this theatrical-only program gathers standout clips from unique submissions and sourced animations. Enjoy the shared fun of watching cat antics together on a giant screen with popcorn, a lighthearted outing that suits all ages. The event also supports cats in need through collaborations with local cat charities, animal welfare groups, and shelters. For this screening, 10 percent of ticket sales will benefit Mewtopia Cat Rescue. There is only one local showing, and tickets often sell out quickly.

Bring your imagination and build with other kids at Lego Club at the Randolph Branch Library. This monthly program is held on the second Saturday, and it’s geared for young children through tweens.

At the Guest House Patio in My Big Backyard, children get hands-on with nature as they dig, squish, and shape their own mud pies with materials found in nature. Participation is included with garden admission, and the activity will be canceled if it rains.

Tuesday is turning into a family night at Chick-fil-A, with dinner covered so parents can take a break from the kitchen. The message focuses on Memphis families and parents and encourages tagging someone who would appreciate an easy mealtime tradition.