Reviewed by: Rushing Waters
Shake, rattle + roll to Tupelo for the Elvis Festival—June 4–7
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Get ready to shake things up this summer on a getaway to Tupelo, Mississippi.
When it comes to all things Elvis, there’s no place like his birthplace—especially during the Tupelo Elvis Festival! Grab your friends and lace up those blue suede shoes, because it’s time for a rock ‘n roll adventure in Tupelo.
Rock out at the Tupelo Elvis Festival
Get your ticket and be a part of the action at the annual Tupelo Elvis Festival, held June 4-7 at the historic Lyric Theatre. Witness electrifying Elvis Tribute Artist competitions and concerts, which are guaranteed to make your hips swivel.
Visit tupeloelvisfestival.com to purchase tickets and see the full line-up of exciting events.
Check out these Elvis attractions
Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum
The Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum gives visitors a glimpse into the early life of Elvis, providing insights into his rise to fame and profound impact on music. Walk through the humble two-room shack where he was born, explore the museum that chronicles his life and enjoy a church service in the Assembly of God church that inspired his love for gospel music.
Take a walk or drive up to the overlook and visit the “Becoming” statue with breathtaking views of Downtown Tupelo below. Finish your visit with a stroll around the property’s lake called Reflections, a spot for peaceful pause in your day.
Elvis’ Tupelo Driving Tour
Explore Elvis’ Tupelo Driving Tour or Self-Guided Bicycle Tour that takes you to 14 places that influenced young Elvis’ childhood. To truly get to know the city that gave rise to the world’s greatest entertainer, embark on the All Shook Up: Elvis’ Tupelo Experience digital trail.
This free pass takes you to 21 significant stops that include Elvis-themed eateries, public art and iconic landmarks in the Elvis Tupelo story.
To start the trail, visit tupelo.net/experiences to download your pass. Complete the experience and stop by the Tupelo Visitors Center for your free gift.
Good eats, lodging + more
With over 200 restaurants, Tupelo’s diverse culinary scene is sure to satisfy every palate. Forklift, located in the Jackson West neighborhood, is an upscale dining restaurant that serves a creative twist on Southern cuisine with fresh, local ingredients.
Make sure to visit Nautical Whimsey, a family-owned Italian restaurant boasting a laid-back atmosphere, live music and alley seating under the twinkling lights.
Stop in at Johnnie’s Drive-In, Tupelo’s oldest restaurant. Sit in the Elvis booth and order the dough burger, a North Mississippi delicacy, served with mustard, onions and pickles. Don’t forget to save room for one of their delicious handspun milkshakes, trust us!
Tupelo has over 2,200 hotel rooms ready to accommodate you and your crew. Hotel Tupelo, the city’s new boutique hotel, is located in the heart of downtown, within walking distance of boutique shopping, art galleries and local restaurants.
Check in to the King’s Suite with sweeping views of Main Street and stay like a rock star. The Courtyard by Marriott, Tru by Hilton or Spark by Hilton offer more excellent lodging options close to the action.
Plan your Tupelo Elvis Festival getaway today by visiting tupelo.net and imagine what you can do here!
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