Carley Johnston

My favorite things to do in Tupelo are enjoying the arts such as the Tupelo Ballet or the Tupelo Community Theater. I also love going to concerts and shows at the BancorpSouth Arena. My kids enjoy playing sports with Park and Rec and swimming at the Tupelo Aquatic Center. We especially love Downtown Tupelo and Fairpark. We love the Tupelo Buffalo Park and the Mall at Barnes Crossing, too!

Downtown – shopping, enjoying the fountain, the theater, eating or watching a parade….

I love “All Shook Up.” I mean, who can listen to that and not want to dance or smile?

I'm so glad you are coming back to Tupelo for a visit! You will be amazed at how our city has grown in the past 20 years- the north near the Mall at Barnes Crossing area has great shopping and restaurants for all tastes and budgets. Also, the downtown still has its charm but has grown and has even more shopping, local restaurants, a fountain, and Elvis statue for a great photo op! I know there are markers for various places on the driving tour. Our CVB has more information on that for you. I have seen the marker at my kids' school Lawhon where Elvis attended as a child. Hope you have a wonderful trip! The Elvis Presley Driving Trail can be found at this link - https://www.tupelo.net/itinera...; It includes significant sites in Elvis' childhood in Tupelo each marked with bronze descriptive markers.

Any of the hotels on Gloster Street or downtown are only about a 5-10 minute drive to the hospital. They are also near many restaurants. I hope things turn out well for you or your friend/family member in the hospital. Connie's chicken is very close to the hospital and has great breakfast options! Best wishes!

I am so glad you are planning to come see the Birthplace of Elvis in Tupelo! It is about 90 miles away from your hotel in Memphis and I think there are probably some tours that come this way from Memphis. (800)533-0611 is the number for the Convention and Visitors Bureau in Tupelo. They will be able to direct you to some transportation options. I hope you get to see some other great attractions in Tupelo, including downtown Fairpark (great statue of Elvis for a photo-op), shopping and eating some great food! You can even see Tupelo Hardware in Downtown Tupelo where Elvis bought his first guitar! It is also near an art gallery and some great shops and restaurants! Cafe 212 is great for coffee or sandwiches (there is an Elvis special!). Have a wonderful trip!

Hi Emmy - this is Stephanie from the CVB. All of the exhibits that we have are through our partnership with Graceland. I don't know of anyone with a private collection that would do a traveling exhibit for you. The archive department at Graceland would probably know of some private collections. Their number is 901-332-3322. Good luck to you! I've attended your festival and had a BLAST!

So glad you will be visiting Tupelo - it's a wonderful city! And you are in luck - we have a new bed and breakfast called Moon Lake Farm. I haven't visited it yet but I am sure it will be a unique place with 75 acres of land that are home to horses and goats! I hope you enjoy! There are only 5 rooms so better make reservations soon. Have a fantastic trip!

My guess is yes - since it is a free street festival! Just bring bags and be a responsible pet owner! I am not sure on that but I don't think it would be a problem.

Well, the main thing I remember from my tour at the Birthplace is how tiny the house where Elvis lived during his early years was! It is a shotgun style home (which meant you could look through most of the house from the front door to the back door). There was one living/sleeping room and then a small kitchen. They had to use an outhouse back then! He came from very humble beginnings! It also has a cute front porch and you can see pictures online. I hope that helps you! Have you tried googling Birthplace of Elvis Presley? Also you can find more information here.

According to the website of the Birthplace: "Elvis returned on September 27, 1957 and performed a benefit concert to raise money to build a Youth Center and park for Tupelo. The proceeds were used to purchase his birthplace and make a park for the neighborhood children. The Elvis Presley Birthplace Park now consist of the Birthplace, Museum, Chapel, Gift Shop, “Elvis at 13” statue, Fountain of Life, Walk of Life, “Memphis Bound” car feature and Story Wall." I remember growing up they had a softball field and a pool by the birthplace. Since then they have renovated and added the museum and all of the other features. I am not sure if it's the fan club or foundation or the city who acquired the 15 acres of land. But I am glad they did! I have been very recently and it looks fabulous! There is a movie you can watch for free in a small theater. It really takes you back to the days of Elvis's childhood.

So glad you are coming through Tupelo! If you have kids (or not), Romie's would be a great choice for tonight! Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal on Mon-Thursday nights. Dinners are in the $10-15 range and are southern style. The atmosphere is great as well! You can eat outside on the porch. Another option would be the food court in the Mall at Barnes Crossing - lots of choices and inexpensive. My family loves Chick Fil A, Peppers, Steak Escape (awesome fries) or Malibu Wings (try a sample).

If you have time in the morning, the Elvis Presley Birthplace is an awesome choice! There is a free short movie in the beautiful theater near the gift shop. You can also tour the birthplace and the church. Easy to do in a couple of hours! Weather permitting you might enjoy the splash park at Veterans Park or the fountain at Fairpark as well. Hope you have a great time and come back again!

Woody's on North Gloster Street is the place for Karaoke in Tupelo! I am not sure if they have the karaoke bar open on Friday or Saturday nights. Also great food ($30 and under) such as hand-cut steaks and bananas foster! If the karaoke doesn't pan out you might like Buffalo Wild Wings, located near the mall. They have trivia machines and a fun atmosphere! Don't work too hard! Have a great time in Tupelo!

Vickie - I think you would definitely feel safe in Tupelo. Not only that - people would welcome you in our town! There is a post office near my neighborhood and the main branch is in West Tupelo near Thomas Street Elementary school, where I attended as a child. Both are in very safe areas. Tupelo has a lot to offer you! There are so many parks to visit and the library is a great resource, as well. Not to mention, shopping and great food! I also teach at Itawamba Community College in Tupelo and they offer classes and trips for retirees. Come stay a night or two and check it out!

Oh great! So glad your youth will get to be in Tupelo for a night! For free entertainment I would load them up and go to Fairpark to see the Elvis Statue and play on the playground/fountain. You might want to take them to see Elvis' birthplace in East Tupelo as well (no charge to look or get out and pose for pics), and an inexpensive treat would be ice cream or shakes at the Dairy Kream (East Main Street on your right before you reach the birthplace). It's an old fashioned style ice cream place. Another option the youth would enjoy is going to Mugshots - our brand new restaurant downtown. It would be more in the $8-10 range. Hope you have a great trip!

So glad your daughter is going to the Gumtree ball! My daughters have been many years and each year is different for us! Some years they have worn their Easter dresses and some years dance costumes! The main thing is make sure they have on something that feels good and comfortable shoes because from the pictures I see the dads and daughters dance a lot! In fact I have sent mine in ballet shoes, which I think look sweet! I think it is an "anything goes" for the event. Some girls do wear princess style dresses and tiaras and get their hair done. Just make sure you get lots of pics before she goes! It is a great event and benefits Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. I used to work there and it is a wonderful place!

Mon: Closed Tue: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Wed: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Thu: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Sun: Closed The Tupelo Veterans Museum is inside the Oren Dunn Museum at Ballard Park. There is also a beautiful park on the East side of Tupelo that is Veterans Park. Hope you are able to see both!

So glad you are making the trip to Tupelo! I am guessing the diner you might have heard someone mention is Johnnie's Drive-in in East Tupelo. It even has an Elvis booth and is close to the birthplace. It would be great for lunch! A couple of other places to eat would be Cafe 212 for lunch or Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen for lunch or dinner. They are very close to Tupelo Hardware (where Elvis bought his first guitar). You will also want to see the Elvis statue at Fairpark and might cool off in the fountain! You could walk to most of these from anywhere in Downtown Tupelo. Try a cupcake or my fave-the cheesecake brownie at Rosie's in Fairpark, too! Have a fantastic trip!

The best place would be a pavilion at Ballard Park in west Tupelo. Our church recently had a picnic there and you can reserve it through the Park & Rec. It's close to the soccer fields, playground and pond. The pavilion is covered and there are grills available. Another option is at Veterans Park near the splash pad. If you want to be indoors you might ask park & rec about the Rockwell center. Hope your family has a great reunion!

I know they had the Blue Suede Cruise in Tupelo in May but I am not aware of any other car shows.The automobile museum is open year round. Hope this info helps you! Telephone: (662) 842-4242 Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Admission Fees: $10.00 Adult • $5 Children ages 5-12 $9.00 for AAA, Seniors, and Military Children 4 and under Free Call (662) 842-4242 to ask about group rates!

I am so sorry about your apartment situation. I know you must be so frustrated about having to move out for 3 days. 842-9222 is the number for the salvation army in Tupelo - they may be able to help you. I hope your situation improves. I will keep you in my prayers!

I think your best bet would be KOK downtown or South (on Gloster). They serve fish and have southern cooking and have great chefs who could cater to your needs! A couple of other options would include Harvey's, Woody's, Blue Canoe or Romie's. You might want to call ahead. I know all of these restaurants have excellent standards and want their customers to have wonderful dining experiences. Have a great visit!

I am not aware of any rental homes for short periods of time in the city of Tupelo. Your best option might be a bed and breakfast - we have a new one you could look up here - Moon Lake Farm. And we have plenty of hotels with kitchenettes. I hope you have a great visit! Be sure to enjoy downtown and our parks! Thanks, Carley

Being from Tupelo, the birthplace of Elvis, I would have to say ELVIS is my favorite! I love the story of his buying a guitar at Tupelo Hardware and just how he impacted music history! So many awesome songs from him! Another Mississippi musician is Mac McAnally...what a talented guy! And Britney Spears and Faith Hill are two more great singers who hail from Mississippi. And recently, I heard Paul Thorn perform - so entertaining. He grew up around gospel and has a great sound of blues/R & B. Trent Dabbs is another Mississippi musician. I knew his sister at Mississippi State. You might catch him and his band on the tv show Nashville. He is on his way to stardom! We are a state full of talented people - including our violinist Miss Mississippi 2015 who was recently named first alternate to Miss America! Have fun learning about our wonderful musical heritage!

Congrats on your son's upcoming wedding, Frances! I am not sure about venues but have a friend who has a wedding planning company -Sallye Stewart (662) 823-7737. You might check with Romie's or Homer's or South as well. You can find their contact information at www.tupelo.net. They are all in Tupelo! Another fun idea might be the Elvis Presley Birthplace event center with catering. And, I have been to a rehearsal dinners with an Elvis impersonator entertaining the crowd, too. Have fun!

Yes, the trees are beginning to turn now! I hope you stop over in Tupelo for some great food! Try Romie's on Jackson Street or KOK downtown for dinner! You could start some early Christmas shopping at Reed's, too! And try Rosie's cupcakes-delicious!!!!!!!!!

No, I don't know of any job fairs coming up this fall! The best place to find out about healthcare employment opportunities would be the North MS Health Systems website. Click here to go straight to it. Good luck with your job search!

I'm sorry! I have never heard of either of those. Tupelo Community Theater in downtown does an awesome haunted theater with lots of rooms and it takes about 20-30 minutes to go through it. That is the one I know people love! The number is 844-1935.

I'm sure are some fun things to do in Tupelo Nov. 18-19! It is native American month at the Natchez Trace Visitors Center. There will also be some great sales leading up to Thanksgiving. Check out About the South and Swirlz downtown or Snooty Owl on Veterans in East Tupelo. You could also visit the Oren Dunn Museum or Elvis Presley's birthplace. Here is what the calendar has for live music in Tupelo. Try the Blue Canoe when you're here- they always have some good bands and food! Come on to Tupelo for a visit!

I am not familiar with that show! We do have some comedy shows here in Tupelo! By the way, we sure were proud of Fulton native Trent Harmon for becoming the last American Idol! The people and businesses of Tupelo and north MS really supported him! Hope you are doing well in Georgia! Come back for a visit to north MS - I think you will be amazed!!!

I'm sorry I am not familiar with the show you are talking about! I do know they have a lot of live comedy and improv at the Link Centre in Tupelo as well as theater, trivia, and other fun at Tupelo Community Theater. Hope that helps and that you will still come visit our great city!

Hi, John & Phyllis. This is Jennie Bradford with the Tupelo CVB. Tupelo is a wonderful place to retire! In fact, we have a retirement director named Ora Baldwin who works for the City of Tupelo, who would love to share more information with you as you formulate your "re-retirement" plan. You can reach her at (662) 841-6553. Also, the Community Development Foundation, our local Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development organization, has great information on relocation to this area. Visit their website at www.cdfms.org or give them a call at (662) 842-4521. I hope this information helps and we look forward to seeing you in Tupelo very soon!

Oh wonderful!!! So glad you chose Tupelo for an exciting birthday road trip! We do have one B&B type place that is on some pretty farm land. It is called the Moon Lake Farm and is on the west side of our town. If it is booked we have lots of other great hotels and restaurants. Hope you have a wonderful time and tell your wife "Happy Birthday!"

Hi! The following restaurants will be open Christmas Day: New China on West Main

• New China Buffet on North Gloster
• Super Hibachi on South Gloster
• Waffle House
• Huddle House
• IHOP

Safe Travels!

There are at least 4-5 cab companies in Tupelo - A1 Cabs, On Time Taxi, Tupelo Cabs, Tupelo Cab Company, and City Cab. I drive by A1 cabs a lot - it is near Main Street. I am not sure of the fares they charge but they have several decent reviews online you can check out. Hope that helps you!

I'm sure your stories and memories of Elvis are even greater in person! Thanks for writing. I don't really have any kin to Elvis since my family isn't from here! I was also too young to really remember Elvis being alive. I sure do enjoy his music though and enjoyed reading the book Priscilla Presley wrote - Elvis and Me, I think that was the title. And you're welcome for the "Ask a Local" page. I love my hometown so much - I enjoy telling people more about Tupelo and all it has to offer. You should come back for a visit to see what has changed and what has stayed the same! Have a great day and God bless you!

Jennifer, I'm so glad you're coming to Tupelo! I think most of our hotels are reasonably priced and I would pick the Hilton Garden Inn. It's near downtown and Fairpark - where the Elvis statue is! You will need a selfie with the statue for sure. Also you should plan to visit the birthplace in East Tupelo. There is a free movie to watch about Elvis' life and you can tour the home and the church as well. The other thing you might want to do is the driving tour - Tupelo CVB can give you more information on that. The CVB is right in front of the hotel.

I would suggest eating lunch at Cafe 212 (downtown) or Romie's (W. Jackson Street) and supper at KOK (downtown) or the Fairpark Grill (near the Hilton) or the Blue Canoe (on Gloster towards the mall). I went to high school with the guys who own Romies and Blue Canoe! Another thing you might try is breakfast/coffee at Crave (downtown near the old courthouse) or a skillet cookie for dessert at Crave! And if you want an old timey lunch or treat, try Johnnie's Drive in or the Dairy Kream, both in East Tupelo. They are inexpensive and definitely a throwback to simpler times in our town. I hope you have a wonderful visit!!!

The Mall at Barnes Crossing or Midtown Pointe center are both great indoor walking locations! If it is not too hot, the track at Robins field or the path at Ballard park are great options. Hope you enjoy your time here in Tupelo! You might want to try a smoothie from JUVA for a healthy pre-walk drink. They are delicious!

Hi! This is Jennie Bradford with the Tupelo CVB. It is a gorgeous day in Tupelo today so a visit to the Tupelo Buffalo Park would be perfect. Also, I'm sure your grandkids would enjoying exploring the Natchez TraceParkway Visitor Center and some of the hiking trails around the center. Tupelo is also the home of HealthWorks! Kids Museum, an interactive museum dedicated to helping kids make healthy choices. It is ton of fun! Grab lunch at one of our great local restaurants and ya'll are sure to have a memorable day in Tupelo!

So glad you're coming to visit!!! My first thoughts on a large group are for them to go to Steele's Dive or Romie's for lunch or an early dinner. These places do have bars but as long as they are there before night time, they should work. They might also enjoy South (southern food) on Gloster. You can call ahead for these places- I am sure they would love to help you! And the earlier you eat the better - for the wait and the bar scene. All of these places have families dining and if there is music it doesn't start until later. The other places with more room in town would be Harvey's, Sweet Pepper's, Cracker Barrel, D'Casa, or Outback Steakhouse. You might even like the food court at the Mall for variety and plenty of seating (plus shopping). Have a great weekend in Tupelo!

Audrey - Tupelo would be a great place for a competition! We have the BancorpSouth Arena which hosts concerts, ice hockey, gymnastics competitions and more! Call and see if it is available- they are great to work with. I hope you have time to visit the Elvis Presley Birthplace if you come! Also, some great restaurants and hotels to choose from.

There are several great restaurants in that area! You should be fine with 40 people splitting up! My favorites are the Fairpark Grill (cheesesticks and fish tacos are awesome), Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen (for your foodies - farm-to-table), Cafe 212 (sandwiches like the TCB -my fave, and white pimento cheese), Park Heights (upscale) and Fruitalicious (healthier options - salads, smoothies). There is also Nautical Whimsey (pastas, buffet) on Main Street. If they walk toward the old Courthouse they could try a local favorite - the Stables, known for its burger. And if they walk towards East past Fairpark, they could try Mugshots (burger, fries,etc)! If they have time for a sweet treat, visit my friend Holly at Rosie's for a cupcake or cream cheese brownie! Our kids go to elementary school together! I hope ya'll have a wonderful time in Tupelo!!!!

Welcome to Tupelo! We have tons of great Southern cooking at many of our local restaurants like Romie's and Steele's Dive. Check out the Eat section at Tupelo.net to see a list of all of our great Southern restaurants. We don't have any ghost tours in this area, but you can always check out the Elvis Presley Birthplace! Enjoy your visit and safe travels!

Hi! We are so excited to have your family in town for the ball tournament this weekend. In between games, we have lots of things to keep your kids occupied. We have a large regional mall, the Mall at Barnes Crossing. Along with the great shopping, there is an arcade, food court, playground, carousel, bookstore, movie theatre, and more for all ages. Throughout the Barnes Crossing Shopping District, you will find an array of restaurants to enjoy. Tupelo is also home to HealthWorks! Kids Museum, one of only two of its kind in the country, that teaches kids to make healthy choices. It is interactive and tons of fun! It is located in our Midtown Shopping District where you can find more great shopping and several local restaurants. If you want to stay outside, the Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo houses 260 different animals and your family can ride the Monster Bison Bus out among the buffalo. Grab a meal at Steele's Dive while you're out there. Tupelo also has some great parks, several of which have splash pads to beat the heat this weekend. I hope this helps and wish you and your family a wonderful weekend in Tupelo!

Information for the self guided Elvis Presley driving tour is located here. The website is the scenictrace.com. There are 12 stops on it! I live near one of them. You might want to stop by the Convention and Visitors Bureau near the BancorpSouth Arena before you go. They probably have some instructions and more information as well. Enjoy your tour!

Welcome to Tupelo! You will love it here. Be sure to take your boys to Fairpark and enjoy the fountain and playground. Grab a treat from Rosie’s while you’re there! As for the Tupelo Public School District, we LOVE it! I have four children in four different schools this year and have been very pleased with the academics and overall experience. My oldest is at the High School and has adjusted very well. She has been in TPSD since first grade. I can’t really compare it to Oxford because I just don’t know as much about their public schools. I can tell you that our children have learned so much and enjoy extra curricular activities such as chorus, honor choir, orchestra, show choir, mathcounts, Jr. Beta club, National Jr. Honor Society, Humane Society Club, FCA, and more. They have friends in tennis, cross country, band, soccer, drama, robotics and more as well! I feel like there is a place for all students in TPSD. The opportunities available are unbelievable! We have also had amazing teachers who have actually made my children better readers and interested in Science and Math. Any time there has been an issue, I have had great success in talking to principals or teachers. My oldest took the ACT in the spring of her 8th grade year and we credit her awesome TPSD teachers to her high score. I am also amazed at Dr. McGraw, my first grader’s teacher. She is a veteran teacher with her PhD and has a heart for these students. The students are diverse and character is important throughout the district. I am helping teach a weekly character program for first graders called Integrity Time at Carver Elementary. I really feel like my children are learning how to succeed in college and the real world. Please check out the Tupelo Schools website and look through it. Here is the annual report to the community as well. Also, feel free to take a tour of any school! I think you will love TPSD. As a product of Tupelo schools myself, I am so happy my children are attending. We love the community feel of a Friday night football game for THS. I do however look forward to my oldest driving and my two youngest being at the same school next year….HA! As for employment, I am not sure what you’re interested in doing! I teach part time for community colleges which is great for me. I see a lot of signs around town hiring if you’re interested in retail or the restaurant industry. As for where to live, my husband and I love historic homes so we have lived in the Joyner neighborhood and Downtown neighborhood. There are also some great houses in the north part of Tupelo – Lakeshire area and Belden area as well as near Thomas Street. I’m not sure what price range you’re considering but Tupelo offers all ranges. For daycare, my children went to Mother’s Day Out on Thursdays at Calvary Baptist Church (also our church) in Downtown Tupelo. There are so many great daycares and CASA is another choice once they are school age. I hope that helps! Be sure to go to my friend Adam Morgan’s restaurant Blue Canoe for Mississippi’s best dessert – Connie’s Blueberry donut bread pudding. I know it sounds strange but it is so DIVINE…..! Plenty to share with your husband. Or not. Haha

I love Red Door Antiques on Coley Road! You will find some great antiques at Joyful Creations on McCullough as well. There are also a few neat antique stores in Verona, right outside of Tupelo. I haven't been antique-shopping in a while but it is a lot of fun!

My neighborhood in Tupelo - downtown, which is near crosstown (Gloster at Main), has some beautiful older homes from the 20s and 30s. Also drive down Madison and Robins Street to Highland Circle to see some tudor, colonial and craftsman style homes. The other neighborhood I suggest is Joyner! All around Joyner street are some great older homes. We used to live there, too! We love some homes with character and charm. Enjoy your tour!

The Hilton Garden Inn is nice near the Bancorpsouth arena. It is at 363 East Main Street. The closest diner-style restaurant for breakfast or lunch would be Johnnie's Drive In, which is less than a mile east of the hotel and near Elvis' birthplace! You don't want to miss at least driving by the birthplace! I recommend a tour if you have time! Enjoy your stay!

Yes! They do every year! I see fans every year around his birthday visiting from all over the world! Come on to Tupelo!

I can not vouch for any of the taxi companies but I do see people using them around town! Top Cab is 871-9200, A1 cabs is 842-5262 and Tupelo cabs is 842-1133. There are some reviews online you can read through if you google those! Hope that helps!

Joyful Creations is the name and it is filled with booths of all kinds of linens, jewelry, antiques, and more! The owner is a friend of mine - her name is Amy! Please go shop there and tell her I sent you. I love the unique gifts and Peter's pottery there! And I love to eat at Sweet Tea and Biscuits. Have fun shopping!

I found a list through the Daily Journal's website. Here is the link! We have a lot of churches - hope you find just the right one.

Hi! This is Jennie Bradford with the Tupelo CVB. We don't have a list of churches, but many of them are members of the Community Development Foundation and you can find those churches on their website. Also, try contacting Tupelo City Hall at (662) 841-6513 and they may be able to direct you further. Thanks!

Call Rosie's Bakery in downtown Tupelo near Fairpark! 844-3280 is the number. Ask for my friend Holly or leave her a message and she will call you back. She does some parties and her set up there is fantastic. The cupcakes are delicious, too! I had one yesterday and today, by the way! Haha!

Birthdays are so much fun! My daughters love to get a pie in the face after eating mexican at D'Casa on West Main (you'll need to let your server know you DO want the pies). They also love to eat sushi at Kyoto by Ashley Furniture Home Store or steak at Outback Steakhouse. But their FAVORITE dessert place would be Crave downtown - the skillet cookie! They will put sparklers in it for your birthday girl! So fun and sooooo delicious! Love their mason jars of cold milk! Have a great time celebrating in Tupelo! If it's pretty weather maybe you can go to Fairpark for some fun!

I am not aware of the Renaissance in Tupelo. I have heard of a similar festival in Corinth or Ocean Springs, MS I think! Good luck finding it. If you decide to come to Tupelo we have LOTS of other exciting events happening this summer! The Elvis Festival in June should be a great time! Have a great day!

Hi! This is Jennie Bradford with the Tupelo CVB. There is an Easter egg hunt at Ballard Park this Saturday, April 15 at 10:00 am sponsored by The Orchard in Tupelo. There is also a free Easter egg hunt at Veterans Park at 11:00 a.m. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. Have fun!

Oh, wonderful to hear you're meeting in Tupelo! And fabulous timing - it's our Gumtree Festival. There will be free kids activities with art as well as food vendors and beautiful art to look at. I am posting the link to some information for you -Gumtree Festival. Bring the stroller for the one-year old and some sunscreen for all! It's a great weekend to visit. You also might take the family to one of our parks to play! Fairpark in downtown or Ballard (you can feed the ducks a cheap loaf of bread). If it happens to rain or if you want a break from the heat, head to Healthworks. It's a fun, interactive museum with activities and games that are health-related. It is so neat! Even the older grandchild could have fun there. Have a great trip! Be sure to visit Elvis' birthplace, too!

Tupelo is great for a day trip or afternoon visit! If the weather is pretty, your kids would enjoy the fountain at Fairpark or a visit to Veterans Park which has a splash pad (open until Labor Day). Or you might visit Healthworks on Industrial Road in Tupelo. A fun place to eat some ice cream would be Dairy Kream on Main Street in East Tupelo - picnic benches, old style walk up place. Or if you want a good sit-down meal try Romie's or another long time favorite - Finney's (the best potato salad ever!) Another great park is Ballard Park in west Tupelo! You can feed the ducks and there are great playgrounds!

Yes! The Tupelo Furniture Market hosts a gigantic flea market with all kinds of vendors from clothing to furniture to groceries and gifts! They hold it the second weekend of every month, all year long, and always the weekend before Thanksgiving.Friday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Types of Products: A variety of antique, vintage, homemade products, and so much more.
Hope you find lots of deals and enjoy your visit!!!

Endville Bakery, Romie's, and BBQ by Jim are some of our most used caterers! They all make delicious food and are wonderful to work with!

Hi! I only know of one dog park and it's on Veterans in East Tupelo. I have seen it when taking my kids to softball or the aquatic center! There are usually people there with their dogs.

Maybe you can advertise cheaply in the classifieds to get a few clients to start your business. Another thing would be to use your current customers and give them a discount for a referral or something. You might check out the Renasant Center for Ideas and CDF (Community Development Foundation) in downtown Tupelo - they have some start up business programs. Ask for Judd Wilson and he will help you! He is my friend from church! It couldn't hurt to ask for help from them!

I think they would love it! I think strolling downtown would be wonderful for the over 60 crowd. Lots of cute shops and restaurants within walking distance. Also there will be performances all day long and usually they have a pet parade! Hope you come visit!!! Check out the full schedule here.

I think you would like KOK (Kermit's Outlaw Kitchen) downtown for farm-to-table and delicious food. I don't know the owner personally but he has another restaurant in town as well - the Neon Pig (more casual) and they are two of the local foodies' favorites. I know the owner of the Blue Canoe from growing up here and his restaurant has an awesome vibe and usually live music, not to mention, delicious food (don't miss the blueberry donut bread pudding - plenty to share). Other cool restaurant owners are Rob at Romie's (southern food) and Voz at Vanelli's Bistro (Italian/Greek) - get the house pizza, trust me. And Jason at Cafe 212 - for lunch/breakfast. Get the Taking Care of Business TCB sandwich! It's my fave!!!!

Our high school has a Performing Arts Center but if you are looking for community theater we have a wonderful place in downtown, the Lyric Theatre, where Tupelo Community Theater puts on performances. Also, we have two local ballet companies that put on wonderful full-length ballets. And, we have the North MS Symphony Orchestra, as well! Check the CVB website for what's going on - they keep a current schedule and you can plan your trip here!

My pick is the Neon Pig! Best bun and pickled sweet onions! Just delicious. Other choices are the Blue Canoe, 5 guys, and the Fairpark Grill. Some people talk about the Stables burger but I haven't had it yet!

You could check the Lyric Theater - it's larger. Another place to call and inquire is the Link Centre or call the Tupelo Public School District and ask about Milam, Church Street School, or the Civic Auditorium. Those are your best bets!

Blue Canoe or Steele's Dive are your best bets! Live music on weekends and great food! Hope you have a great trip!

I don't really know of any place that hosts tea parties but I think the CRAVE space downtown would be a great place to have it! You could change it to frozen hot chocolate party or skillet cookie party and still have the same cute napkins, etc. to celebrate a birthday! Another option would be Rosie's downtown for a party- check with them to see if they still have parties! Best of luck planning the party!!!

Tupelo does have some great places to explore. I hope the Transit opens up some opportunities for you to get out and about in town. I'm sorry to hear about your circumstances - I am sure that it is frustrating. Have you also called LIFT incorporated? I hope your situation improves and that you are able to experience more of Tupelo! Hope you can enjoy some of this wonderful fall weather!