New Year’s Eve Downtown? Plan Smart. Celebrate Safe.

The Memphis Police Department is ready to help you celebrate the New Year safely in Downtown Memphis! To help keep everyone safe, MPD will have a strong presence throughout Downtown Memphis. Officers will be on foot, in patrol vehicles, on bicycles, and on horseback, providing high-visibility coverage across the area. The Downtown Command Center will be fully activated, supported by drone technology and K9 detection teams to enhance situational awareness and public safety.

Safety Tips:

  • Lock your vehicle every time you step away, even for a moment.
  • Take valuables with you—don’t leave them visible or stored in your car.
  • Park in designated, well-lit areas whenever possible and try not to travel alone.
  • See something that doesn’t feel right? Trust your instincts and report suspicious activity.
  • Guns and alcohol don’t mix—and firearms don’t belong at crowded celebrations. If you own a gun, the safest choice is to leave it at home, not in your vehicle.
  • Never drive impaired. If you plan to drink, use a designated driver or rideshare.
  • Enjoy fireworks safely—join us downtown for a professional show. Personal fireworks are not allowed, and violations will be enforced.
  • And remember: what goes up must come down. Gunfire can seriously injure or kill someone.

Road Closures:

Expect road closures throughout the downtown area. Plan ahead and be prepared to follow detours. Road closures include:

  • Northbound Second St. at George W. Lee Ave.
  • Eastbound Beale St. at Second St.
  • Southbound Second St. at Beale St.
  • Peabody Place at Handy Alley
  • Southbound B.B. King Blvd. at Peabody Place
  • Northbound B.B. King Blvd. at George W. Lee Ave.
  • Westbound Beale St. at Fourth St.
  • Southbound Ida B. Wells Dr. at Peabody Place
  • Westbound Second St. at MLK Jr. Ave.
  • Southbound Fourth St. at Peabody Place
  • Northbound Fourth St. at MLK Jr. Ave.
  • Eastbound Beale St. at Front St.
  • Eastbound Peabody Ave. at Front St.
  • Eastbound MLK Jr. Ave. at Front St.
  • Southbound Second St. at Union Ave

Rideshare Drop-off/Pick-up Locations:

• Second and Peabody
• Second and MLK
• B.B. King and MLK

If you see suspicious activity or need help, please notify a nearby officer.

Let’s work together to create a Stronger, Safer Memphis as we ring in 2026!

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