Gumption revival Lantern Parade

Shine bright at the second annual Tom Lee’s Mississippi River Gumption Revival Lantern Parade! Gumption--the spark of courage and initiative that carried Tom Lee when he rescued 32 strangers from the Mississippi River. As night fell during his rescue, Tom Lee tied a lantern to his skiff and kept going. This Tom Lee Day – October 3, 2026 – let’s honor his bravery and revive our own at the Gumption Revival Lantern Parade at Tom Lee Park. Schedule – Tap into the Mighty: * 5:00 - 8:00 PM - Tom Lee Day celebration featuring music and community fun under the Sunset Canopy * 6:00 PM - Head to the Beale Street Landing rooftop with your lantern in hand (251 Riverside Drive) * 6:15 PM - Listen to a special announcement at Beale Street Landing * 7:00 PM - Parade steps off! March with the Lucky 7 Brass Band and Chantelle Rytter’s giant lantern puppets with gumption Want to march in the parade? Join a family-friendly or adults-only workshop this September to create your own Tom Lee kerosine, catfish or parasol lantern. Workshops are just $12—materials included. Can't make a lantern workshop? You can view the materials list to create your own at home. No lantern? No problem! Come cheer on the parade participants and enjoy the magic from inside Tom Lee Park. Let's make this Tom Lee Day one to remember, Memphis! This event is free, but please RSVP

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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3794745-0

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