Events & Festivals
Tupelo knows how to throw a good time. Throughout the year, the city comes alive with events that celebrate everything from music and food to culture and community. Annual favorites like the Tupelo Elvis Festival and Down on Main draw crowds from near and far, while seasonal pop-ups and neighborhood gatherings keep the calendar full of surprises.
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Elvis Festival (June)
A multi-day celebration of Tupelo’s most famous native son, Elvis Presley, featuring live music, tribute artists, a parade, food, and community activities.
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Farmer's Market (May - October)
The Tupelo Farmers Market at The Depot is a weekly Downtown Tupelo tradition connecting the community with fresh, local food and the people who grow and make it. Held at The Depot, the market offers four hours of fresh every Saturday morning and features live music, coffee trucks, and kids activities, creating a vibrant and family-friendly gathering place for shoppers, farmers, and makers alike.
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Gum Tree 10K (May)
One of Mississippi’s oldest road races, drawing runners from across the country each May alongside a family fun run and festive downtown atmosphere.
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CHANGE Festival (September)
A cultural and arts festival focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion through live performances, art, discussions, and community engagement.
Wine Downtown (April)
A downtown Tupelo evening event where attendees stroll from shop to shop, sampling wines and enjoying small bites while exploring local businesses.
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Tupelo Ale Trail (October)
A craft beer tasting experience in Downtown Tupelo, featuring regional breweries, live music, and a lively community vibe.
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TYP Crawfish Boil (Spring)
An annual spring social hosted by Tupelo Young Professionals with crawfish, music, and networking for the area’s young leaders.
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Tupelo Christmas Parade (December)
A beloved holiday tradition on Main Street featuring floats, marching bands, community groups, and a festive kickoff to the season.
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Down on Main Concert (Summer – July/August)
A free outdoor summer concert series in Downtown Tupelo showcasing live bands, food trucks, and family fun.
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Mississippi Market (May)
A curated market highlighting Mississippi artisans, makers, and small businesses with handmade goods, art, and local products.
Robins St. Art Stroll (Early Fall)
A neighborhood art walk featuring local artists, open studios, and live demonstrations in a vibrant community setting.
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Tupelo Community Theatre Season (Year-Round)
Tupelo Community Theatre’s season of live performances at the historic Lyric Theatre, ranging from comedies and dramas to musicals.
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Chickasaw Heritage Day (October)
A cultural event honoring the history and traditions of the Chickasaw people with storytelling, demonstrations, and performances held in Downtown Fairpark.
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King Krawl (June)
A two-day downtown Tupelo celebration featuring a lively pub crawl with an Elvis costume contest on Friday, followed by Saturday’s family-friendly Music & Brew Fest at Fairpark with craft beer, food trucks, and live music.
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