“Lights, Camera, Memphis!”
2025 Armstead-Watson Family Reunion
Memphis, TN
Armstead-Watson Family Reunion
Memphis, Tennessee
Friday, July 4-Sunday, July 6, 2025
This year’s reunion theme is “Lights, Camera, Memphis ” We’re rolling out the red carpet and combining the glitz of Hollywood with Memphis’ charm and culture.

Reunion Fees
Reunion Dues: | |
Individual (18 & older) | $75.00 |
Married Couple | $140.00 |
Family – (Same household) includes two adults and children 17 and under | $185.00 |
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Banquet Fees: | |
Adults (11 and older) | $60.00 |
Children (Ages 4-10) | $30.00 |
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T-Shirts: | |
Youth-Extra Large | $15.00 |
2XL | $17.50 |
3XL | $18.50 |
4XL | $19.50 |
*Family reunion registration and final payment are due no later than Saturday May 31, 2025. |



Reunion Events
Reunion Theme | “Lights, Camera, Memphis!” | |
Reunion Dates | Friday, July 4-Sunday, July 6, 2025 | |
Banquet | Friday, July 4th 6:30-10:00pm | |
Banquet Location |
Doubletree Hotel
5069 Sanderlin Ave, Memphis, TN 38117
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Saturday Celebration | Saturday, July 5th 12:00-5:00pm |
Picnic Location | Burt Ferguson Community Center 8505 Trinity Rd, Cordova, TN 38018 |
Friday evening will be “All-White” attire. Saturday wear your family reunion t-shirt as we play games, laugh, dance and play! |

the Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
5069 Sanderlin Ave, Memphis, Tennessee 38117
Hotel Reservations: Click Here
Hotel Reservation Phone Number: 901-767-6666
(please reference Armstead-Watson Family Reunion)
**Note: Hotel rooms must be reserved by Friday, June 6, 2025 to secure the group rate.
Group Room Rates: | |
Single: 1 King standard size bed- w/ Mini fridge | $149 |
Double: 2 queen size beds- w/ Mini fridge |
$149 |

In the heart of the business district. We’re 15 minutes from Memphis International Airport via free shuttle. Downtown, Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, and Graceland are all within 20 minutes of our hotel. We have a Topgolf Swing Suite, an immersive social experience, offering guests a luxury private lounge to enjoy extraordinary food and beverage service while playing a selection of games in a one-of-a-kind simulation bay. Enjoy our glass-domed pool, fitness center, and a warm DoubleTree welcome cookie. Minutes away from Malco Paradiso movie theatre and numerous local and chain restaurants.

things to do
*within distance of hotel*
National Civil Rights Museum- 24 mins (15.8 miles)
Memphis Escape Room- 5 mins (1.6 miles)
Amuse: The Adventure museum -11 mins (4.3 miles)
Main Event -16 mins (8.5 miles)
STAX museum- 19 mins (8.2 miles)
Top Golf- 11 mins (8.5 miles)
Tom Lee Park- 24 mins (17.6 miles)
Jumping World-12 mins- (5.2 miles)
Urban Air Trampoline Park- 15 mins (7.5 miles)



family reunion- f.A.Q.S
Banquet attendance is not required to participate in the reunion, however all attendees must pay the reunion fee.
No. Anyone 18 years and older should pay the individual family reunion fee, in addition to the adult banquet fee if attending.
Only family members who are part of the same household can register for the reunion together. Family members who are not part of the same household must register and pay separately. In order to ensure that we can cover all reunion expenses, it’s important that all family members register and pay based on the guidelines provided. Thanks again for understanding.
Yes. Reunions are expensive. In order to ensure that all reunion expenses are covered, all family members who attend the reunion must pay the reunion fee. Thank you for understanding.
Reservations must be made by June 6, 2025 to secure the group rate.
Reservations can be still be made after the cut‐off date at the standard hotel rate. We strongly suggest early booking to ensure availability.
No, breakfast is not included at the hotel.
Reunion t‐shirts will be distributed at the beginning of the banquet Friday. If you are unable to attend the banquet, we can make other arrangements prior to the Saturday celebration.
No, additional t‐shirts will not be available for sale during the reunion.
No Sunday activities are planned due to varied travel arrangements for family members.
There is no banquet fee for children 3 years old and under.
The reunion fee covers expenses to host the reunion, facilities, Saturday’s meal and activities.
We prefer all reunion fees to be paid by PayPal, however, money orders will also be accepted.
No, payments can only be made through PayPal or by money order.
Money orders can be mailed to:
ReVon Thaxter
8560 Cameron St.
Olive Branch, MS 38654
Please be sure to include the reunion form with your payment.