Unified for a healthier Mid-South: Memphis mayoral leadership past and present endorse Healthier 901
2nd Annual
Healthier 901 Fest
8.31.24 • 10 AM – 2 PM • Shelby Farms Park
You’re invited to join us for the 2nd Annual Healthier 901 Fest on August 31st from 10 AM to 2 PM at Shelby Farms Park. Expect the same free, family-friendly activities as last year like cooking demos by celebrity chefs, surprise sponsor giveaways, live music and healthy food trucks. But this year we’re adding more ways for you to stay healthy, including a new Find Your Fit Zone to kickstart your fitness journey, an enhanced Family Zone with low-impact activity options, plenty of seating and shade. Don’t miss your chance to burn some calories, make new friends, win prizes and enjoy an unforgettable day of health and wellness with your community.
*Participation in the Healthier 901 initiative and attendance at community events is open to everyone.
Main Stage and FedEx Event Center Features
Performing on the Main Stage.
Cooking demos at the FedEx Event Center.
Cooking demos at the FedEx Event Center.
Leading cardio on the Main Stage.
Healthier 901 Fest Event Schedule
*Schedule of events subject to change.
Main Stage:
10:15am – Stax Band
10:35am – Welcome Message
10:45am – Zumba by YMCA
11:15am – Line Dancing by YMCA
11:45am – Sweat Cardio by Ricky Dortch
12:15pm – Cardio by YMCA
12:50pm – Hip Hop by YMCA
1:25pm – Kickboxing by YMCA
Mindfulness Garden:
11:00am – Yoga by Nike
12:00pm – Pilates by YMCA
12:30pm – Chair Yoga by Laurie Kay
1:00pm – Meditation by Laurie Kay
1:30pm – Tai Chi by YMCA
FedEx Event Center:
Ballroom B+C
10:45am – Healthy Cooking Demonstration with Chef Kelly English
11:45am – Healthy Cooking Demonstration with Chef Ragan Phillips
12:45pm – Healthy Cooking Demonstration with Chef Ragan Phillips
Sponsor Giveaway from Nike
Thanks to a generous donation from Nike, our Healthier 901 Fest premier sponsor, the athletic apparel icon is giving away a brand new pair of Nike sneakers every single day in August. That’s 31 chances (!) to bring home some sweet sneaks to support you on your trek toward a healthier lifestyle.
If you’ve already joined the Healthier 901 movement, you’re already entered to win. If you have NOT signed up with Healthier 901, you can enter to win fresh Nike kicks simply by creating a free account. Daily giveaway drawings will take place at 3 PM CDT, with sneakers awarded to a different winner every day from Aug. 1 to Aug. 31.
*No purchase is necessary for this sponsor giveaway. One winner will be randomly selected each day until August 31st, 2024. Restrictions do apply and final shoe selection is at the discretion of Nike and its affiliates. Must be a registered Healthier 901 user and 18 years of age or older.
Main Stage and FedEx Event Center Activities
Free Fun for All Ages
Fun activities include pickleball, hula hoops, rock wall, ninja tower and more.
Cooking Demonstrations featuring Celebrity Chefs
Learn how to make flavorful dishes with Chef Kelly English and Chef Ragan Oglesby-Phillips.
Healthier 901 Sponsor Giveaways
Enter to win Kroger gift cards and two YMCA gift baskets with a year family pass included.
Low-Impact Activity Options
Participate in energizing exercises and group fitness activities.
Healthy Food Trucks
Fuel your day with your pick from 10+ local food truck options.
Feel Good Music
Dance and enjoy the outdoors with music by DJ A.D. and the Stax Band playing live.
Mindfulness Garden
Join in instructor-led yoga, chair yoga, pilates, meditation and Tai Chi sessions.
Health Screenings
Free health screenings by Cigna Healthcare. Limited availability, must be 18+. View more details.
PICKLEBALL COURTS
Hula Hoops
Bungee Trampolines
Rock Wall
Ninja Tower
Educational Activities
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