21 Best Team-Building Activities To Do in Memphis for 2024
Get ready to immerse your crew in the vibrant culture of Memphis on your upcoming corporate retreat!
Renowned as the birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll and home of the Blues, Memphis is where musical legends were made and where the soulful rhythms of the South can be heard through the streets.
From exploring Graceland, the legendary abode of Elvis Presley, to strolling down Beale Street and experiencing the city's rich musical heritage, we're here to unveil the hidden gems that make Memphis truly unique.
At TeamOut, we're committed to crafting standout experiences that showcase the best of Memphis. Join us as we design a custom retreat that celebrates the diversity of Bluff City!
Let's make your corporate retreat an absolute adventure in the heart of Tennessee!
Overton Park is a 342-acre public park in Midtown Memphis, perfect for team activities. Transform your team into a tribe with this activity inspired by the “Survivor” TV show. Your team will split into groups to tackle funphysical and mental challenges, and take part in a competition! Each group will have to complete as many challenges as possible before time runs out. The tribe with the most points will win the title of Corporate Castaways champions!
Get ready to embark on a journey to Memphis’ landmarks and hidden gems with Urban Adventure Quest! You’ll find famous BBQ spots - Rendezvous BBQ - discover a walk of fame and even get the chance to see Peabody ducks! Complete a total of 17 challenges as you discover Autozone Baseball Stadium, Peabody Hotel, Elvis Presley Plaza, Orpheum Theater, and Beale Street. Explore unique and historic sights in town as you bond with your team!
Location: Starting point - The Peabody Hotel, 149 Union Avenue
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 2-2.5 hours
Prices: $49/team of 2-5 people
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams interested in completing challenges and exploring new places.
Get ready to work as a team and discover the best places in town! Trust us: There’s no better way to explore Memphis!
You can’t leave Memphis without indulging in a typical BBQ at Arnold’s Bar-B-Q! This is one of the ultimate BBQ restaurants in town, and it’s known for customizing team events - so you’re in luck! From ribs to brisket, pork sandwiches, cowboy corn bites, and veggie egg rolls, there’s definitely something for everybody! This culinary experience is one for the books!
Treat your team to something exciting with Sprock n’ Roll party bikes! Pedal taverns are the next big thing, and your crew will love every minute of it! Bring your own drinks, ranging from aluminum cans and boxed wine to pre-mixed cocktails. If you want your Memphis event to include more than bars, Sprock n’ Roll offers dinner tours and an artsy tour, where you can sip and paint as a team!
Join your team and live your rockstar dream of starting a band! In this professionally produced musical competition, you’ll be shining on stage as if you’re on American Idol! First, get your song, lyrics, and music player. Then, visit the costume shop and choose the best outfit! Learn the choreo, lip sync, and perform in front of other groups. The band with the highest number of votes is crowned the Makers of the Band!
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 3-4 hours
Prices: Contact the company
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.3⭐
Recommended for: Teams that thrive on creativity and enjoy musical performances.
If you’re looking for an iconic indoor activity, this is it! Start your own band and perform in front of an audience with your group!
Immerse your team in Memphis vibes with a food tour! Visit five restaurants and get a real taste of the city! This adventure is a multi-course, multi-restaurant feast. Get ready for a unique food tasting and culinary excursion at the birthplace of the blues and the soul of barbecue. Choose from Memphis BBQ Tastin’ Food Tour, Taste of Downtown Memphis Tour, or something in between with The Split-Decision Food Tour. Are you hungry yet?
A bus tour and a live musical performance in one place? Sign your team up with Backbeat Tours! Enjoy high-energy fun on this musical journey featuring Memphis’ greatest attractions. From Rock ‘n Roll and Blues to Soul, there’s something for everyone! Pick between the 90-minute Mojo Tour or the 3-hour Big Mojo Tour which includes the admission to either Sun Studio or Stax Museum. You can’t go wrong on these exciting rides through musical Memphis!
Location: Starting point - Beale St. and BB King Blvd (at Alfred’s) / Company’s Address - 197 Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Schedule: Everyday from 8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Duration: 1.5 hours
Prices: $35/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy music and high-energy experiences.
Get into Memphis’s music spirit on this Mojo Bus Tour!
The Graceland mansion, Elvis Presley’s home, offers a glimpse into the life of the iconic King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Discover Elvis’ collection of custom jets and don’t miss the most comprehensive Elvis museum, which includes an automobile museum! Some of the mansion’s highlights include the famous Jungle Room, the newly-enhanced Trophy Building, and the Meditation Garden.Complete this immersive experience by having lunch or dinner at the themed restaurant or bars nearby!
Location: 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN 38116
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Duration: 3 hours
Prices: From $139/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate music history, iconic landmarks, and the legacy of rock 'n' roll.
Visit the King of Rock 'n' Roll’s mansion just outside Memphis. You definitely won’t regret it!
Beale Street, also known as the "Home of the Blues," is a must-visit spot for music lovers and foodies. Enjoy sunset views over the Mississippi River and take a walk down Beale Street, where you can find colorful neon lights and historic buildings. Discover the best bars, restaurants, and music clubs in town or take a guided tour! Visit The New Daisy music venue, stop by Coyote Ugly, or have a drink at King’s Palace Café.
Location: 114 N. Main St. Memphis, TN 38103
Schedule: 24/7
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: Free
Food on-site: Yes, there are multiple restaurants on Beale Street
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that love vibrant nightlife and live music.
This is the most famous street in Memphis for a reason! Visit the top restaurants, bars, and music clubs in town!
Explore Shelby Farms Park - one of the largest urban parks in the US - like never before with Battlefront’s Outdoor Laser Tag. This is a unique battlefield laser tag challenge that promises to strengthen bonds between your crew! Each laser tag gun has three target sensors and a range between 400 and 1000 yards.
Gather your team for a distillery tour at the one-of-a-kind Old Dominick Distillery. Learn everything about the 150-year-old history and traditions that surround this place! Your ticket includes the distillery tour, a curated spirit tasting, and a Tennessee Whiskey Trail passport!
Location: 305 S. Front Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Schedule: Everyday from 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $15/pp - Tour + tasting
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate craft spirits and enjoy learning about the distillation process.
See this state-of-the-art distillery and learn about what makes Old Dominick so special.
Shelby Farms Stables offer multiple options for trail rides. We recommend the Sunset Private Horseback Ride as the views are even more stunning during golden hour! This 1-hour ride is the last and best ride of the day. You’ll be accompanied by a guide to show you the best spots and make your experience even more special!
Location: 500 North Pine Lake Dr. Memphis, TN 38134
Schedule: Everyday at sunset
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $125/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that seek relaxation and enjoy outdoor adventures.
This is one of those sunsets your team will never forget!
Memphis Escape Rooms offers 11 unique escape games across two locations - in East Memphis and South Main. Hosting groups of up to 70 people at once, there are no excuses to miss this fun, thrilling activity! Escape rooms include One Night in the 90s, East End Express, High Noon, Magician’s Code, The Jurassic Project, Lost Pyramid, amongst others.
Location: 1010 June Road Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38119 and 530 South Main, Memphis, TN 38103
Experience the thrill of axe throwing in Memphis at Craft Axe Throwing! With 15 targeted lanes to choose from, this is the ultimate destination for hatchet and tomahawk throwing. Share some quality time with your team as you sip on cold crafts brews and engage in a friendly competition on the lanes!
Outback Team Building & Training offers multiple programs for teams eager to learn new skills. Join the Advanced Coaching Training at The Westin Memphis Beale Street and help your team master their coaching skills and become better leaders. The training starts with discovery calls with key stakeholders, and moves on to an on-site facilitator for set up and delivery of training.
Location: 170 Lt. George W Lee Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 4 hours
Prices: From $6,795/team
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that are committed to professional development, and value continuous learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for teams seeking to enhance leadership skills!
Memphis Riverboats offers three cruise options: Sunday Blues, Sightseeing Cruise, and Dinner & Music Cruise. Choose the best one for your team and embark on a memorable journey together. From Blues Band live performances to a BBQ meal and stunning views of Memphis’s skyline, there’s something for everybody!
Gather your team for an indoor rock climbing adventure at High Point Climbing and Fitness. This spot is specially equipped to host groups with its Multi-Purpose Room, accommodating up to 30 guests. Book the Group Ascend package, which offers added benefits!
Location: 21 N Humphreys Blvd, Memphis, TN 38120
Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm | Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Duration: 2 hour
Prices: $309/first 10 climbers + $23.50 for each additional climber
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Facilities are wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy physical challenges and adventurous activities.
Elevate your team-building to new heights at High Point Climbing and Fitness!
Take a tour of the iconic Sun Studio, known worldwide as “The Birthplace of Rock’n’roll”. This is where musical legends and genres of the 50’s were discovered! From B.B. King and Elvis Presley to Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis; from Blues and Gospel to Country and Rock’n'roll! Learn more about Memphis’ history and culture through the music that put Memphis on the map!
Location: 706 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am to 5:15 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $20/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that are passionate about music history and rock 'n' roll.
This is a must-see in Memphis! Learn all about the city’s culture, music, and history on a visit to Sun Studio!
At Stax Museum of American Soul Music, it’s all about the Soul! Start your tour in the real birthplace of soul music – a modest country church. Just like Stax’s music found its roots in Southern gospel music, the museum opens in a Mississippi Delta church. During your tour, you’ll visit multiple exhibits, the Hallowed Ground, the Wall of Sound, and Super Fly.
Location: 926 E. McLemore Ave, Memphis, TN 38106
Schedule: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1-2 hours
Prices: $15/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate music history, soul music, and cultural heritage.
Learn about the birthplace of soul music, iconic legends, and much more at Stax Museum of American Soul Music!
Visit the Overton Park Shell, the outdoor amphitheater where Elvis Presley took the stage at a very young age on July 30, 1954! In fact, historians even called the first-ever rock ‘n’ roll show. This venue was built during the Depression and served as an orchestral performance venue in the 1930s and 1940s. Nowadays, the Overton Park Shell hosts 50 free concerts a year of all genres!
Location: 1928 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
Schedule: It depends on the concert
Duration: It depends on the concert
Prices: Free
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate music history and outdoor concerts.
Don’t miss the spirit of a live musical performance at the iconic Overton Park Shell!
Head to Victorian Village, an historic neighborhood known in the past as Millionaire’s Row. Here, you and your team will find majestic mansions dating back to the mid to late 1800s. Some of these iconic Victorian-era estates have been converted into museums, hotels, and even nightclubs! Mallory Neely House, James Lee House, and Woodruff-Fontaine House are amongst the most popular ones, adding an extra charm to this historic neighborhood!
Location: Victorian Village, Memphis, Tennessee
Schedule: 24/7
Duration: 1-2 hours
Prices: Free
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.3⭐
Recommended for: Teams with an interest in local history.
Discover Victorian Village and prepare to be mesmerized at the beauty of these majestic Victorian-era mansions!
Want to Plan Your Next Team-Building Retreat? Ask our Experts
Explore the dynamic city of Memphis with our TeamOut recommendations, featuring the top team-building activities.From savoring BBQ specialties at Arnold's Bar-B-Q to sightseeing on a Mojo Bus Tour, or visiting the iconic Graceland, you’ll discover the city’s hidden gems like a local!Immerse your team in the history of soul music and rock n’ roll.
Gather for drinks and live performances at the legendary Beale Street, relax with a sunset horseback trail ride at Shelby Farms Stables, or take a riverboat cruise on the Mississippi. The possibilities are endless!Planning your Memphis retreat is a breeze with TeamOut! Let us tailor an experience that suits your team's goals and budget.
Book a free call today and take your team retreat to the next level in the city of Memphis!
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.
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