Festivals

A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi. The North Mississippi Dulcimer Association teaches dulcimer history, tradition, craftsmanship, and music by sharing its knowledge and talents. The Appalachian mountain dulcimer is the first instrument developed in the United States. Dating back to the early 1800s, the dulcimer is an instrument whose very name means “sweet sound.” The National Park Service and the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association invite everyone to listen to the soft sweet sounds of the dulcimer and learn of its extensive history.

The Tombigbee Pioneer Group will perform living history demonstrations that show the challenges faced and creative solutions developed by those Americans who lived in the area from the 1700s to 1840. The demonstrations will take place at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi), from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2010. The public is invited to watch pioneer lifestyle activities that often include corn-shuck doll making, basket weaving, beading, quill pen demonstrations, and a longhunter’s program involving early medicines. Leatherworking and mountain dulcimer demonstrations will also be offered throughout the day. Children are invited to participate by dressing up in pioneer clothes and trying these activities firsthand.

Tethered balloon rides, balloon races, food and entertainment

Festivities include arts and crafts, and music.

Classic Cars, 50 & 60's music, Cruising tour of interesting attractions in and around Tupelo, MS. Food vendors, swap meet, parade of classic and antique cars, and the opportunity to visit with lovers of classic automobiles.

In conjunction with Tupelo's own, Blue Suede Cruise, the Dudie Burger Festival pays tribute to the 1947 Memphis streetcar turned diner and the famous Dudie "Dough" Burger. Admission to event and museum is free. Enjoy a Dudie Burger while perusing an eclectic blend of craft vendors, music, and southern folk art.

5/7/2010 - 5/9/2010
39th Annual Cellular South GumTree Festival

Outdoor celebration of the visual arts, music, and writing

Screening over 40 independent films

6/3/2010 - 6/6/2010
Tupelo Elvis Festival

TBA

Browse through rows of vendors from across the nation, who will gather to see gifts, clothing, home decor, art and gourmet foods. Presented by the Sanctuary Hospice House, this event is a holiday hit.