Can't Help Falling in Love with Tupelo

Tupelo, Mississippi, is positively the place for your next great road trip. This charming Southern town offers exciting events, culinary artistry, and an upbeat live music scene that one would expect from the birthplace of the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll.

Spring festivals make for the perfect weekend getaway in Tupelo. From live music and food to the arts and a celebration of Tupelo’s favorite native son, the city’s culture shines through its unique festivals and special events. North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra’s season offers multiple opportunities to experience the symphony, March 28 at the historic Lyric Theatre and April 25 at the Tupelo Civic Auditorium. The Tupelo Blue Suede Cruise rolls into town April 30-May 2, bringing classic cars, live music, and a retro vibe to the Cadence Bank Arena parking lot. The annual multi-genre fandom event, Tupelo Con, takes place May 2-3 at the Tupelo Furniture Market, Building 5. Check out Wing Fest May 29-30, in Downtown Tupelo’s Fairpark, where participants enjoy live music, and teams compete for the best wings around. Spring festival season culminates with the Tupelo Elvis Festival, held June 3-6, and Lee Williams Legacy Fest celebrates the iconic gospel tunes of a legendary musical artist, July 24-26.

Choosing where to rest your head while enjoying all that Tupelo has to offer is an easy decision. There are more than 2,200 accommodating hotel rooms in the city, with everything from full-service to limited-service properties, all located within minutes of top attractions, entertainment venues, and amazing food. Hotel Tupelo’s downtown location makes it a popular choice for visitors. With 79 rooms and a bar and restaurant on-site, the hotel provides complimentary bicycles for guests interested in exploring Tupelo. The Barnes Crossing District offers access to many hotels, such as the Fairfield Inn & Suites, Comfort Suites, and Best Western Plus Tupelo Inn & Suites, all in close proximity to one of the city’s top shopping districts.

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Whether your mouth waters for a taste of the South or an elevated culinary plate, Tupelo offers a positively flavor-filled epicurean expedition. Enjoy world-class barbecue at Clay’s House of Pig, located inside a former bait and tackle shop. Sample flavors from around the world at Takumi Ramen Bar, Namaste Indian Cuisine, or Simply Sweet by Margarete. Chef Cooper Miller serves refined Southern flavors at Forklift in the Jackson West neighborhood with such dishes as the lobster carbonara and the braised short rib. With over 200 restaurants, the city’s dining scene offers bold flavors and unmatched tastes that can only be found in Tupelo.

No visit to the birthplace of Elvis Presley is complete without live music, and Tupelo’s 16 live music venues have you covered. The 10,000-seat Cadence Bank Arena hosts nationally known musicians in an amped-up arena setting, while Brick & Spoon offers acoustic sets over brunch each weekend. Lone Star Schooner Bar & Grill serves live music with a side of delicious dishes and ice-cold beer.

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Tupelo gives visitors a chance to slow down, rest, and enjoy big-city amenities in a small-town setting. Combine that with unparalleled attractions, like the Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum and the Natchez Trace Parkway, and Tupelo truly is the ideal spring road trip. Imagine everything you can do in Tupelo and start planning your trip at the Visit Tupelo website.