Happy Friday in The Grove - July 2026

Friday, July 17th from 4:30pm to Friday, July 31st, 2026 8:30pm
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About

We need volunteers to count heads OR help observe / manage the crowd (all ages). Help verify NO GLASS and NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES. 

1. We are reconfiguring the entertainment to be on the pad below the stage. 
2. Let's JAM portion is an interactive section focused on family friendly activities lead by the guest artist.

Happy Friday in The Grove: Kick off your weekend the right way at Happy Friday on the First Horizon Foundation Plaza! Join us on the best patio in Germantown featuring live music from Josh Threlkeld and Friends and a full bar stocked by our master mixologist, Brad Pitts. You won’t want to miss a single Friday on the TruGreen Lawn.

An overview with details and reminders will be sent to Registered Volunteers a few days before each event. If performances are postponed due to inclement weather, notifications will be sent by 1PM. 

  • Arrive at 4:30pm, Doors open at 5pm, Show ends at 8pm

  • The Grove will have a maximum capacity to maintain crowd control, 1200

  • Food trucks will be available at right of stage

  • Outside food deliveries are encouraged and allowed

  • This is a FREE, General Admission event but attendees are asked not to bring in outside beverages or THROWN OBJECTS.

7/10  (CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN)  NAME THAT TUNE: Josh Threlkeld featuring Randal Morton. Food trucks: Chai's Halal Bowl/Tacos & Kona Ice 

7/17 BRING YOUR INSTRUMENT: Josh Threlkeld feat. Flamenco with Roy Brewer .Food trucks: Green Beetle & Kona Ice

7/24 BRING YOUR DANCE: Josh Threlkeld feat. Jason Sullivan of Memphis Contra. Food trucks: Halinka's & Kona Ice

7/31 (cancelled due to weather) NAME THAT TUNE: Josh Threlkeld feat. Lina Beach. Food trucks: Green Beetle & Kona Ice

 + Fridays in August

Please review the prohibited items list, NO THROWN OBJECTS policy enforced.

The tables and chairs on the Plaza near the bar or lower level by VIP are available to anyone on a first-come, first-serve basis unless "Reserved" by special consideration and prior approval. VIP Pavilion (upper level) is RESERVED for Donors and Sponsors.

Pets are not permitted in The Grove. If a patron has a service animal they should let the box office know upon arrival, inform Manager (FOH, BOH, MOD).

For latest updates and information, please visit gpacweb.com, or https://www.instagram.com/gpacluv/ and  https://www.facebook.com/gpacweb/

Positions
0 Remaining
Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Registration
Opens Jun 6, 2026 10:00am
Registration Closes
12 hours before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
16 and up
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Requirement Details

Wondering if you should register to volunteer? Based on the CDC guidelines, we are asking you the following questions:

  1. Have you been exposed to someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19? See the CDC’s risk assessment guidance.

  2. Do you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19? Symptoms can include a cough or shortness of breath or at least two of the following: Fever, Chills, Repeated shaking with chills, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell. See the CDC’s symptom information.

If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, we ask you not to register. We are doing all we can to align with best practices and keep our community healthy.

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20 Positions Filled | 12 Impacts | 48 Hours

Shifts (9)

1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Count Attendance4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Welcome your neighbors to Happy Friday! (optional, “High Five Friday!”)

**Notify attendees that prohibited items should be returned to their vehicle**

Use a digital counter to keep track of each person entering and exiting The Grove, max capacity 1200. 

Use a radio to provide updates at every 100 attendees over...

2/2Over
High Five Greeters4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Give high Fives (optional) as patrons enter and Help remind patrons that OUTSIDE BEVERAGES (ESPECIALLY ALCOHOL) is NOT  PERMITTED.  Water bottles are OK, but help us politely remind them this is a FREE event and to follow our policies for Happy Friday. NO THROWN OBJECTS.  Please return anything prohibited to...

1/2Over
Pit Crew4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Visit with your neighbors and represent the best of us!

Help preserve our happy place!  Observe near the stage and report to the STAFF/Managers.

Radios will be used to communicate when doors open, security issues, and other details during the event.

2/2Over

1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Count attendance4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Welcome your neighbors to Happy Friday! (optional, “High Five Friday!”)

**Notify attendees that prohibited items should be returned to their vehicle**

Use a digital counter to keep track of each person entering and exiting The Grove, max capacity 1200. 

Use a radio to provide updates at every 100 attendees over...

2/2Over
High Five Greeters4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Give high Fives (optional) as patrons enter and Help remind patrons that OUTSIDE BEVERAGES (ESPECIALLY ALCOHOL) is NOT  PERMITTED.  Water bottles are OK, but help us politely remind them this is a FREE event and to follow our policies for Happy Friday. NO THROWN OBJECTS.  Please return anything prohibited to...

2/2Over
Pit Crew4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Visit with your neighbors and represent the best of us!

Help preserve our happy place!  Observe near the stage and report to the STAFF/Managers.

Radios will be used to communicate when doors open, security issues, and other details during the event.

3/2Over

1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Count Attendance4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Welcome your neighbors to Happy Friday! (optional, “High Five Friday!”)

**Notify attendees that prohibited items should be returned to their vehicle**

Use a digital counter to keep track of each person entering and exiting The Grove, max capacity 1200. 

Use a radio to provide updates at every 100 attendees over...

2/2Over
High Five Greeters4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Give high Fives (optional) as patrons enter and Help remind patrons that OUTSIDE BEVERAGES (ESPECIALLY ALCOHOL) is NOT  PERMITTED.  Water bottles are OK, but help us politely remind them this is a FREE event and to follow our policies for Happy Friday. NO THROWN OBJECTS.  Please return anything prohibited to...

3/2Over
Pit Crew4:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)

Visit with your neighbors and represent the best of us!

Help preserve our happy place!  Observe near the stage and report to the STAFF/Managers.

Radios will be used to communicate when doors open, security issues, and other details during the event.

3/2Over