Time is ticking! The Annual MRA Food Festival is just around the corner—happening Sunday, February 2, 2025—and you won’t want to miss this dazzling, flapper-themed celebration. 🥂✨
Here’s How You Can Get Involved NOW:
Claim One of the Sponsorship Opportunities while you still can!
Register as a Food or Drink Vendor Before It’s Too Late FULL!!
We’re finalizing the vendor list and exciting details, so check back often. This Roaring Twenties party will be the talk of Memphis—don’t wait to secure your spot!
Mark your calendar and join us for a night of food, fun, and timeless festivities!
🎧 Meet Our Food Fest Entertainment: DJ Allen Blaylock!
We’re thrilled to announce that DJ Big Al will be bringing the beats to our Food Festival on Sunday, February 2! 🎶✨
DJ Big Al is a master at creating the perfect vibe, blending the hottest dance and hip-hop tracks with upbeat rock and country hits to keep the energy high and the crowd on their feet. Whether he’s spinning between live acts or hosting unforgettable parties, he always delivers a seamless music experience.
🎤 What to Expect:
Premium sound for an immersive experience
A polished, energetic presence that sets the perfect tone
Nonstop fun and a celebration you won’t forget!
Get ready to dance, mingle, and enjoy a soundtrack that’ll keep the good vibes going all day. 🕺💃
📅 When: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Where: Memphis Sports Shooting Association Address: 9278 Old Brownsville Rd, Lakeland, TN 38002
💥 What’s the Smokin’ Clays Shootout All About? This exciting event supports our MRAPAC and its vital mission to strengthen the voice of the hospitality and tourism industry in Memphis and Shelby County. With your participation, we can continue electing leaders who understand and advocate for our industry!
MRAPAC distributes approximately $25,000 annually to city, county, and state candidates, making your support more important than ever—especially in election years.
🗒 Event Highlights 🍴 Light lunch before we begin 🎯 Shooting stations throughout the day 🍹 Happy hour and appetizers after the rounds
⛳ Why TopGolf? What’s better than a traditional PAC fundraising golf tournament? A TopGolf tournament! This year marks the inaugural TNHTA Back the PAC TopGolf Tournament, and we’re excited to host it at all four Tennessee Topgolf locations—simultaneously.
This event combines the fun and energy of TopGolf with the opportunity to support our PAC. Join us for a fantastic evening of food, drinks, friendly competition, and advocacy for the hospitality and tourism industry in Tennessee.
🎟 Get Involved: Help us make this first-of-its-kind event a success! Whether you’re swinging for the fences or just coming to network, your participation makes a difference.
📅 St. Patrick’s Parade 🗓 When: Saturday, March 15, 2025 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
Celebrate all things Irish at the annual St. Patrick’s Parade on Beale Street! 🍀✨ Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of floats, music, and fun.
Watch the exciting (and hilarious) Wine Race, where teams from local bars and restaurants compete in fun challenges celebrating the service industry. 🍇🍷
📥 Applications for both events are now available! Visit BealeStreet.com to apply and be part of the festivities.
Arturo shared some positive updates about the Memphis restaurant scene and gave an exclusive sneak peek into our upcoming Food Festival on Sunday, February 2. We’re incredibly proud to have Arturo as part of our community and board!
New Law: Sexual Assault Prevention Training for TN Bartenders
Several members have inquired about the new Tennessee law, effective January 1, 2025, requiring bartenders to complete sexual assault prevention training.
To clarify, our understanding is that this training will be incorporated into the existing server permit renewal process. This means the training will be part of the class taken upon permit renewal, and no additional or supplemental class will be required.
If you have further questions or need additional resources, feel free to reach out to us!
