Reviewed by: Callie Morrison
Enjoy great restaurants, a cocktail trail + more at this can’t-miss festival in Tupelo—June 6-9
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Summer is for road tripping and this one’s for the girls. Perhaps there is no better time to visit Tupelo, Mississippi, with your girlfriends, than during the Tupelo Elvis Festival in June.
Grab your blue suede shoes and your best girls, and get ready for an incredible weekend away in the city where anything is possible.
Elvis Tribute Artists + more
Tupelo’s annual celebration of its favorite native son is held June 5-9. The Tupelo Elvis Festival celebrates Elvis Presley’s impact on popular culture through Elvis Tribute Artist concerts and competitions, conversations with those who knew Elvis, a 5K race, living history demonstrations, and so much more. From live music and food to shopping, Tupelo celebrates all things Elvis during this exciting event.
Visit Tupelo Elvis Festival to purchase tickets and learn more.
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Plan your next great meal
Tupelo has over 200 restaurants, so planning your next great meal is the hardest decision you’ll make during this girlfriends’ getaway.
Whether you want creative southern fare with epic views on the rooftop at Park Heights Restaurant or good mood food and great live music at Blue Canoe, Tupelo’s restaurants are exceptional. Explore all of the delectable options and follow #tupelofoodie on Instagram to let your mouth water.
Those looking for a truly unique culinary experience should visit Mississippi’s first and only meadery. Queen’s Reward Meadery makes small-batch meads with 100% Mississippi honey. Enjoy a tasting at their location in West Tupelo and take home a bottle of your favorite variety, or sip one of their famous mead slushies on the vast lawn under the lights.
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Check out Tupelo’s Cocktail Trail
Sunshine and warmer temperatures beckon visitors to get outside. Tupelo’s Cocktail Trail is the perfect way to enjoy the beautiful weather and delicious craft cocktails.
Download your digital passport or pick up a passport at one of the seven Downtown Tupelo participating locations. Enjoy delicious, local artisan cocktails at each restaurant, and once you’ve completed all seven stops on the Cocktail Trail, visit the Tupelo Visitors Center for a free #MyTupelo cocktail shaker.
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Pick a place to lay your head
Tupelo has over 2,200 hotel rooms promising a great night’s sleep. Check out two of the city’s newest properties near the Barnes Crossing District. Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton both offer easy access to unique attractions, great shopping, and delicious restaurants.
Hotel Tupelo, a boutique hotel, is in the heart of Downtown Tupelo’s Fairpark District. It has 79 rooms, two suites, and an array of local touches that truly make it a unique lodging experience.
Jobos is the on-site restaurant and bar at Hotel Tupelo, offering breakfast and dinner throughout the week and an exceptional brunch on the weekends. With a surf and turf menu and extensive craft cocktail menu, it is a favorite watering hole of locals and visitors alike.
Explore all of Tupelo’s accommodations.
If you’re overdue for a weekend with the girls, look no further than Tupelo and start planning your getaway today. Explore all of the exciting options and imagine what you and your girlfriends can do there!
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