welcome to tom lee park

Check out some of the park’s most popular features.

Open Daily - 6am to 1Opm
Welcome Center and Courts - 8am to 8pm

Life on the River Playground

Climb, slide, swing and discover the wildlife and plants that call the Mississippi River their home at the Life on the River playground.

Sunset Canopy

Home to pick-up basketball, yoga, concerts, events and more.

Sunset Canopy is dedicated by the Hyde Foundation in memory of Tyre Nichols.

A Moment to Listening

A new public artwork inspired by Tom Lee created by artist Theaster Gates.

WHO WAS TOM LEE?

Find out more about the humble man who became a superhero on May 8, 1925.

Inspired by Tom lee

A Very Worthy Hero

J Ivy

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT TOM LEE PARK?

See the latest events and activities at Tom Lee Park.

Event Calendar
Play Where You Stay
Apr 15
Play Where You Stay

Develop soccer skills and friendships with coaching from Play Where You Stay. Youth soccer instruction held on Mondays - Thursdays in March and April from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the North Lawn at Tom Lee Park.

Hustle & Flow Step
Apr 17
Hustle & Flow Step

Get movin’ and groovin’ at free Hip Hop Step Aerobics classes led by instructor Ayanna on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Sunset Canopy of Tom Lee Park.

Hustle & Flow Pilates
Apr 18
Hustle & Flow Pilates

It’s a Pilates party on the riverfront! Join instructor Bridget on Mondays at 6:00 p.m. at A Monument to Listening in Tom Lee Park.

Saturday of Service
Apr 20
Saturday of Service

Celebrate Earth Day at Saturday of Service in Tom Lee Park. Volunteers will learn what it takes to keep the riverfront beautiful with Lead Ranger Nicole. Meeting location is the Tom Lee Park Hanover Welcome Center.

Maker of Culture, Weekend DJ Set
Apr 20
Maker of Culture, Weekend DJ Set

Dance, sing and vibe with DJ Brother John and friends, Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00 -8:00 p.m. at Sunset Canopy in Tom Lee Park.

Hustle & Flow Pilates
Apr 22
Hustle & Flow Pilates

It’s a Pilates party on the riverfront! Join instructor Bridget on Mondays at 6:00 p.m. at A Monument to Listening in Tom Lee Park.

Hustle & Flow Step
Apr 24
Hustle & Flow Step

Get movin’ and groovin’ at free Hip Hop Step Aerobics classes led by instructor Ayanna on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Sunset Canopy of Tom Lee Park.

Maker of Culture, Weekend DJ Set
Apr 27
Maker of Culture, Weekend DJ Set

Dance, sing and vibe with DJ Brother John and friends, Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00 -8:00 p.m. at Sunset Canopy in Tom Lee Park.

SciPlay with Caesar & Connect Crew
May 11
SciPlay with Caesar & Connect Crew

Unleash your inner scientist while exploring the best playground in the Southeast with University of Memphis’ CAESAR and Memphis Public Libraries Connect Crew on the second Saturdays of March through July from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

perfect for every OCCASION

Host your special event with the unforgettable backdrop of the Mississippi River.

latest News

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NEW CASE STUDY SHOWS INCLUSIVE PLACEMAKING LESSONS FROM MEMPHIS
NEW CASE STUDY SHOWS INCLUSIVE PLACEMAKING LESSONS FROM MEMPHIS

A new case study from Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at John Hopkins University details inclusive placemaking strategies at Tom Lee Park.

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POETRY IN THE PARK
POETRY IN THE PARK

The 3rd annual Tom Lee Poetry Contest Opens During Black History Month. For the first time, the contest invites adults to participate alongside a competition for Memphis high school students.

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SUPPORT TOM LEE PARK ON FEB. 16
SUPPORT TOM LEE PARK ON FEB. 16

Join us at This is Memphis to be the first to see the exciting new documentary on Tom Lee Park and to support the future of the park at this Memphis-made evening.

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