Welcome back to The To-Do List where Daily Memphian staffers suggest their favorite events and activities for the coming week.

This week, Memphis rap pioneers take the stage, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art honors the dead and we’ve got your guide to Halloween fun.

Halloween events:

Matt DiGiuseppe and his daughter Eloise explored The Mid-South Maze at Agricenter International. The Maze runs through Sat., Nov. 1. (The Daily Memphian file)

Halloween falls on a Friday this year, which is ideal for partying, and there’s no shortage of stuff to do. Our Holidays in Memphis Halloween party guide has details on several spooky shindigs, including a 1980s Slasher Disco Dance Party at Ghost River Brewing, a Halloween-themed South Main Trolley Night and a sneak-peek party inside Good Fortune Co.’s new expanded space. If you’d rather visit a haunted house or a corn maze, we’ve got a Halloween guide to those, too. — Phillips

‘Nosferatu’ at Crosstown Theater, Thursday:

Silent movies can be a hard sell for modern audiences, but there’s no better way to experience them than on a big screen with a live score. There’s also no more rare way to experience them, so Memphis film buffs are in luck: This pre-Halloween screening of a 1922 film that helped launch the horror-film genre — its subtitle is “A Symphony of Horror” — will be shown with a live score from the band General Labor. An unauthorized adaptation of author Bram Stoker’s “Dracula,” this German Expressionist work from director F.W. Murnau includes one of the most iconic performances in movie history from Max Schreck as the bald, ratlike Count Orlok. 7 p.m. $10 admission. 1350 Concourse Ave. See here for more info. — Chris Herrington

Memphis Symphony Chorus 60th anniversary encore concert at First Baptist Church - First Memphis Church, Thursday:

The Memphis Symphony Chorus will perform at First Baptist Church on Thursday, Oct. 30. (Courtesy Memphis Symphony Chorus)

Interim conductor Joseph Powell will lead the Memphis Symphony Chorus through music, including “Faure Requiem” and “Byrd Mass for Five Voices,” in an encore celebration of the group’s 60 years. The performance will feature both the full Memphis Symphony Chorus and the Chamber Chorus. The 90-member Memphis Symphony Chorus performs under the direction of Powell as well as Memphis Symphony Orchestra Music Director Robert Moody. 7:30 p.m. $11.90 (tickets here). 200 East Parkway N. — Elle Perry

Brandy & Monica at FedExForum, Thursday:

Brandy, left, and Monica arrived at the 41st Annual Grammy Awards in 1999. The two were nominated for Record of the Year with "The Boy Is Mine." They’re bringing “The Boy Is Mine” reunion tour to Memphis on Thursday, Oct. 30. (Victoria Arocho/AP file)

“New Monica!” Sorry. Any mention of the R&B singer brings to mind rapper Missy Elliott exclaiming that at the start of Monica’s killer 2003 single “So Gone.” I don’t know if that will be on the setlist at FedExForum, but one song is a sure thing: “The Boy is Mine,” the much-loved 1998 duet between these rival singers, a big hit that showed up on each of their albums that year. Brandy and Monica have been entwined in R&B history every since, but this current co-headlining tour — “The Boy is Mine Tour,” natch — is actually their first together. Another major figure of late ’90s/early aughts R&B, Destiny’s Child’s Kelly Rowland is also on the bill, with Muni Long and 2025 “American Idol” winner Jamal Roberts opening. 8 p.m. 191 Beale St. See here for tickets and other info. — Herrington

Samhain whiskey-pairing dinner and Samhain Festival at Madison Avenue Park and The Brass Door, Friday-Saturday:

Dermot and the Pints will perform at the Samhain Festival on Sunday, Nov. 2. (Courtesy Irish Network Memphis)

Irish Network Memphis began in late 2023 to build connections between Memphis and Ireland through business, culture and sports. The organization is throwing its first Samhain Festival on Saturday. Samhain, pronounced “sow-in,” is a Celtic harvest festival that marks the beginning of winter and was the precursor to the Halloween holiday. For the Samhain whiskey-pairing dinner Friday, Chef Patrick Reilly of the Majestic Grille created a themed, four-course dinner menu with whiskeys. The dinner is from 6 to 9 p.m. Reilly is originally from County Kildare, Ireland. The Samhain Festival on Saturday is free and will include traditional Irish food, drink, live music from Dermot and the Pints, Inis Acla School of Irish Dance performances, Gaelic sports demonstrations by the Memphis Gaelic Athletic Association and a watch party for the Ireland vs. New Zealand rugby match. The festival is family-friendly. Dinner is 6-9 p.m. Friday at The Brass Door (52 Madison Ave.). Tickets are $100. The festival is 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Madison Avenue Park (151 Madison Ave.). It’s free, but RSVP here. — Perry

Memphis Rap OGz at Minglewood Hall, Friday:

Crunchy Black, far right, (shown here with Three 6 Mafia) will perform during the Memphis Rap OGz showcase at Minglewood Hall on Friday, Oct. 31. (Kevork Djansezian/AP file)

Before there was GloRilla, there was Gangsta Boo and La Chat. Gangsta Boo is no longer with us, but La Chat (the voice behind Project Pat’s “Chickenhead”) is still laying down some sick verses. And she’ll be among the Memphis rap pioneers at WYXR’s Memphis Rap OGz showcase Halloween night. Also on the stage: Crunchy Black (an OG member of Three 6 Madia), Gangsta Pat, DJ Zirk, DJ Spanish Fly (inventor of the gangsta walk) and Tommy Wright III. If you saw the Memphis Rap OGz showcase at Riverbeat Music Festival, this will be like that. 7 p.m. $40-$120. 1555 Madison Ave. Click here for tickets. — Phillips

Big Sue and DJ Alpha Whiskey at Eight & Sand at Central Station Hotel, Friday:

Big Sue and DJ Alpha Whiskey will perform at Eight & Sand in Central Station on Friday, Oct. 31. (Elle Perry/The Daily Memphian file)

The last time Memphis radio veteran Big Sue and WYXR DJ (and former air traffic controller) DJ Alpha Whiskey teamed up at Central Station, the city packed out the hotel venue. The two are back for another Trolley Night, this one conveniently on Halloween night. Costumes are encouraged. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Free admission. 545 S. Main St. More info here. — Perry

India Fest at the Agricenter International, Saturday:

Shalini Kumar and LaTonya Hall ordered food from Hyderabad Biryani at India Fest in 2023. This year’s fest is Saturday, Nov. 1. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)

If your only experience with Indian food is butter chicken and chana masala, head to the Agricenter to have your mind — and tastebuds — blown. Food from every region of India is represented at this annual fest, and you can sample your way around the country. My tried-and-true India Fest strategy goes like this: Find a vendor selling pani puri then chaat masala then samosas. Take a break and watch some Indian dance or shop the sari selection and then head back to the food area for a masala dosa. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $10 (free for kids under 5 years old). 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Click here for more info. — Phillips

Hollywood Vintage Market at Blue Suede Vintage, Saturday:

The temperatures are cooling down, but your wardrobe is heating up. Grab something new to you at the Vintage Market on Hollywood Street hosted by Blue Suede Vintage. There will be 15 vendors along with free live portraits by artist Toonky Berry, on-site alterations by Cari Harris, a DJ set and Byway Coffee will be parked, slinging java. (I like the white cinnamon latte.) With SNAP benefits halted, many Memphis-area food pantries are stuggling to feed those in need. Because of this, Blue Suede Vintage is also hosting a food drive. If you bring three or more donation items (preferably nonperishable) or donate at least $10 through Venmo, you can get 15% off a full-price item from Blue Suede Vintage. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 486 N. Hollywood St. Click here for more info. — Kelsey Bowen

Broad Avenue Art Walk in the Broad Avenue Arts District, Saturday:

Sarah Bolton, front, and S.J. Smith performed aerial arts at the Broad Avenue Art Walk in 2023. This year’s walk is Saturday, Nov. 1. (Ziggy Mack/The Daily Memphian file)

After your candy coma, head to Broad Avenue to work off some of that sugar. There will be live music, food and plenty of art to shop from. I’m talking soaps, drawings, fabric art, stuffed animal plushies, barware, stickers and jewelry. It’s a great, family-friendly way to support local businesses as we head into holiday season. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free to attend. Broad Avenue. Click here for more information. — Bowen

Día de Los Muertos Parade & Festival at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Saturday:

Jose Valverde followed the Dia de los Muertos parade from Overton Square to Overton Park in 2018. This year’s parade is Saturday, Nov. 1. (Jim Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

Honor your late family and friends during this annual Day of the Dead celebration, co-hosted by Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group. The parade starts in Overton Square at 11:30 a.m., and floats and dancers will make their way to the Brooks in Overton Park. DJ Moi, a local bilingual DJ, will spin at 12:30 p.m. Aztec dancers Danza Azteca Quetzalcoatl will perform at 1 p.m. followed by the University of Memphis Marimba Ensemble at 1:30 p.m. and mariachi players after that. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free with registration. 1934 Poplar Ave. — Phillips

‘November 1’ opening reception at Marshall Arts Gallery, Saturday:

Memphis artists Chuck Johnson, Rose Marr, Dimitri Stevens and Kaylyn Webster discovered they share the same birthday — Nov. 1 — and decided to team up for a birthday exhibition. Johnson and Stevens work in abstraction while Marr and Webster create representational works. Johnson works in oil and mixed media, Marr’s signature is crayon on wood, Stevens is a mixed-media artist and Webster primarily works in oil. The exhibition will be on view through Nov. 22. Normal gallery hours are noon-5 p.m. Saturdays or by appointment (510-978-1706). 6-9 p.m. (opening exhibition). Free admission. 639 Marshall Ave. — Perry

Memphis Japan Festival at Memphis Botanic Garden, Sunday:

St. Louis Osuwa Taiko performed during the Memphis Japan Festival in 2023. This year’s festival is Sunday, Nov. 2. (Brad Vest/The Daily Memphian file)

This annual fest celebrates all things Japanese with musical performances, traditional dance, martial-arts demonstrations, taiko drumming and a Lolita fashion show. There will also be an origami-making station, and you can learn about Japanese games and martial arts at exhibitor booths. As for eats, more than 20 food trucks and booths will be there, including Mr. Casas Japanese Grill & Mexican Food, Rice Rice Baby, Sekisui and Wagashi Japanese Bakery. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $7 for students and kids ages 2-12 and free for children under 2 years old and MBG members. 750 Cherry Road. More info here. — Phillips

First Sunday Jazz Jam Pop Up Series at the Center for Southern Folklore, Sunday:

Slide on out of the week with smooth jazz from Cequita Monique and Culture House Band at the Center for Southern Folklore on the first Sunday of every month. Every month features a different theme, and this month is a tribute to Beale Street blues man W.C. Handy in honor of his birthday Nov. 16. 2-5 p.m. $25 in advance or $30 at the door. 119 S. Main St. Get tickets here. — Phillips 

Memphis Youth Symphony Program Fall Concerts at Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center, Sunday: 

The Memphis Youth Symphony Program Fall Concerts are Nov. 2 at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center. (Jamie Harmon/Courtesy MYSP)

Students from more than 80 schools across the tristate area make up the Memphis Youth Symphony Program, which gives kids and teens ages 6-19 a chance to play with large ensembles and chamber groups. The program will present two fall concerts Sunday. The 2:30 p.m. matinee will showcase developing musicians ages 7-15, and the 7 p.m. show will feature the advanced orchestra and youth symphony students. $15 adults or $5 for students and seniors. 3800 Central Ave. More info here. — Phillips

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