Celebrate Tupelo 2025
Some years demand recognition and a celebration fit for a king. In Tupelo, 2025 is one of those years. You’re invited to celebrate the Tupelo Spirit with us through a year-long journey of unforgettable programs and events. From honoring Elvis’ 90th birthday to highlighting the major milestone anniversaries of some of Tupelo’s most iconic people and places, each month offers unique experiences that capture the heart and soul of our city.
Discover the Tupelo Spirit by celebrating Tupelo’s history, connecting with others, and celebrating all that makes Tupelo truly one-of-a-kind.
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Catch the Spirit – Celebrate Tupelo in 2025
You’re invited to celebrate the Tupelo Spirit with us through a year-long journey of unforgettable programs and events.
JANUARY
• Tupelo's New Year's Eve Party
• North Mississippi Health Services Onesie Promotion for all babies born in the month of January
• Elvis’ 90th Birthday (Jan. 8, 1935) Full schedule of events
• GumTree Museum of Art/Tim Ivy (Jan. 7 - Feb. 20)
FEBRUARY
• Black History Gala (February 8)
• GumTree Museum of Art/Tim Ivy (through February 20)
• GumTree Museum of Art/GumTree Members’ Show (February 25 - March 7)
MARCH
• Time for Tupelo Volunteer Event/Rotary Club Breakfast (March 22)
APRIL
• Bud and Burgers Competition 10th Anniversary (April 11 in downtown Tupelo) 108 South Broadway Street Tupelo, MS 38804
• MLM Clothiers 85th Anniversary (Opened in April 1940)
• Rotary Club of Tupelo 100th Anniversary
• Romie's Grocery 20th Anniversary (April 26)
MAY
• Park Heights 25th Anniversary
• The Depot Opening Grand Opening (May 2)
• Tupelo Farmers Market at The Depot
• Blue Suede Cruise (May 2 - May 4) | Cadence Arena (west parking lot)
• Homestead Tour at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (May 17)
• Natchez Trace Parkway 20th Anniversary of Parkway Completion (May 21)
JUNE
• Elvis Presley Birthplace presents "In Search of Elvis: A Literary Look at Becoming the King of Rock 'N' Roll" (June 3)
• Tupelo Elvis Festival (June 4 - 7)
• Tupelo Community Theatre presents An Evening with Brandon Bennett: The Music of Elvis and Garth Brooks (June 8)
JULY
• GumTree Museum of Art 40th Anniversary/Celebrating 40 Works of Art for 40 Years (month of July)
• Reed's Department Store 120th Anniversary (Opened July 1905)
• All-America City Family Picnic in Ballard Park (July 4)
AUGUST
• Caron Gallery 15th Anniversary
• Dairy Kream 70th Anniversary (Opened in 1955)
• Elvis Presley Birthplace Fan Appreciation Day (August 16)
SEPTEMBER
• Celebrate Tupelo Down on Main Fairpark Concert (September 26)
• Vanelli's 50th Anniversary (Opened September 1975)
OCTOBER
• Johnnie’s Drive-In 80th Anniversary (Opened October 17, 1945)
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
• Reed’s Tupelo Christmas Parade (TBD)
• North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra Concert (TBD)
• Tupelo's New Year's Eve Party
BOOK YOUR STAY and DINE AROUND TUPELO
Food & Drink
Tupelo has over 200 restaurants ready to serve up some southern charm. Be prepared to fall in love with Tupelo’s food scene.