Things to do in Tupelo, MS this week

• 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Pumpkin Patch at Tupelo Buffalo Park & ZooTupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo · 2272 N Coley Rd

  The zoo's annual October pumpkin patch: pick a pumpkin from the fields, then meet the buffalo herd and the rest of the animals.
• 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Chromatic Landscapes by Chatham Kemp at GumTree MuseumGumTree Museum of Art · 211 W Main St

  Fall exhibition of Chatham Kemp's color-saturated landscape paintings in downtown Tupelo's art museum.

• 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Pumpkin Patch at Tupelo Buffalo Park & ZooTupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo · 2272 N Coley Rd

  The zoo's annual October pumpkin patch: pick a pumpkin from the fields, then meet the buffalo herd and the rest of the animals.
• 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Chromatic Landscapes by Chatham Kemp at GumTree MuseumGumTree Museum of Art · 211 W Main St

  Fall exhibition of Chatham Kemp's color-saturated landscape paintings in downtown Tupelo's art museum.
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Young Archaeologists (Rerun from summer!)Lee County Library · 219 North Madison Street, Tupelo, MS, 38804

  ***This program is a repeat program from the summer due to high demand. Priority will be given to those that were turned away after the summer program reached capacity. Please do not attend if you came to the summer program on June 8th! Thank you!*** Register Here to let us know you are coming! https://forms.gle/vCgoKPa5Jsiz1f4fA Best suited for ages 6+.
• 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Artful AwakeningLink Centre

  A monthly, FREE creative gathering for slowing down, paying attention, and experiencing art. Through simple prompts using art, words, color, reflection, and curiosity, we’ll explore what happens when we experience art in community. No art experience is needed. This isn’t about making something “good.” It’s about discovering what can emerge when we give ourselves permission to create and notice.
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Barnes & HarrisJobos · 315 East Main Street, Tupelo, Mississippi 38804

  Community event at Jobos. Check the venue for details.
• Spotlight 6:30 PM Cornhole Night at The GinThe Gin Restaurant and Catering · 4187 W Main St

  Bring a partner and toss some bags: friendly cornhole competition with food and cold drinks.
• Spotlight 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Live at the Birthplace: Silas CaldwellElvis Presley Birthplace & Museum · 306 Elvis Presley Dr

  An intimate evening with North Mississippi vocalist and songwriter Silas Caldwell. Limited seating; tickets on Eventbrite.
• 7:30 PM Back Alley String BandBlue Canoe · 2006 N GLOSTER STREET, Tupelo

  Free show!! The Back Alley String Band is a roots and folk trio based in North Mississippi and Memphis, Tennessee. Their sound blends bluegrass, old-time Appalachian, jug band, Irish traditional, hill country blues, and jazz with original tracks and covers.
• 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM Karaoke NightHolland's Bar and Grill · 3952 North Gloster, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Music at Holland's Bar and Grill. Check the venue for details.
• 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM Karaoke NightWoody's · 619 North Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Music at Woody's. Check the venue for details.
• Burger Bash 2026The Depot · FRONT STREET, Tupelo, Mississippi 38804

  Community event at The Depot. Check the venue for details.

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• 5:00 AM & 5:30 AM Fleet Feet Friday Morning Group RunFleet Feet Tupelo · 323 W Main St

  Free weekly group run from the downtown store, two start times. All paces welcome, walkers too; no registration, just show up.
• 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pumpkin Patch at Tupelo Buffalo Park & ZooTupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo · 2272 N Coley Rd

  The zoo's annual October pumpkin patch: pick a pumpkin from the fields, then meet the buffalo herd and the rest of the animals.
• 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Chromatic Landscapes by Chatham Kemp at GumTree MuseumGumTree Museum of Art · 211 W Main St

  Fall exhibition of Chatham Kemp's color-saturated landscape paintings in downtown Tupelo's art museum.
• 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Blues Friday: Blayze WindhamElvis Presley Birthplace & Museum · 306 Elvis Presley Drive, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Arts event at Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum. Check the venue for details.
• Evening (bar opens 5:00 PM) Weekend Live Music at Romie's GroceryRomie's Grocery · 804 W Jackson St

  Live music on the back patio every weekend at the old Jackson West neighborhood grocery turned restaurant, with steaks, catfish and a full bar.
• Spotlight 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Communities Forward Festival Fun Night 5th QuarterTupelo Police Athletic League · 204 Douglas Street, Tupelo, MS 38801

  Arts event at Tupelo Police Athletic League. Check the venue for details.
• 6:30 PM Phoush - Backline Music Hall, Tupelo, MSBackline Music Hall · Li'l Sprouts Childrens

  Music at Backline Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
• 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM Phoush Tribute BandBackline Music Hall · 5339 Cliff Gookin Boulevard, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Music at Backline Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
• 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM Friday Karaoke at Holland's Bar & GrillHolland's Bar and Grill · 3952 N Gloster St

  Friday karaoke at the north Gloster bar and grill, with big screens and wing specials. The Visit Tupelo feed carries its other karaoke nights.
• 8:30 PM Huge GhostBlue Canoe · 2006 N GLOSTER STREET, Tupelo

  Free show! Huge Ghost is a Starkville, Mississippi–based indie rock trio featuring Ben Hodge (bass), Troy DeRego (drums), and Joe Whaley (guitar, vocals). Formed in 2016, the band draws from members’ past projects including Young Agent Jones, Joe Whaley & the Benders, Poacher, and Mortar Kit, blending years of Mississippi music scene experience into a tight, dynamic sound.
• Tupelo Chili FestivalFairpark · 399 E Main Street, Tupelo, mississippi 38804

  Shopping event at Fairpark. Check the venue for details.
• Popcorn Friday132 Industrial Rd S

  Community event at 132 Industrial Rd S. Check the venue for details.

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• 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Tupelo Farmers Market at The DepotThe Depot · 208 N Front St

  Downtown Tupelo's Saturday market with local produce, baked goods and crafts, plus live music, coffee trucks and kids' activities.
• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eric StognerBrick and Spoon · 1201 North Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS 38801

  Community event at Brick and Spoon. Check the venue for details.
• Spotlight 10:00 AM Open Studio with Chatham KempGumTree Museum of Art · 211 W Main St

  Bring a piece you're working on and spend a creative day painting in the museum alongside exhibiting artist Chatham Kemp.
• 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pumpkin Patch at Tupelo Buffalo Park & ZooTupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo · 2272 N Coley Rd

  The zoo's annual October pumpkin patch: pick a pumpkin from the fields, then meet the buffalo herd and the rest of the animals.
• 11:00 AM The Filipino StreetFood Foodtruck Pop upSam's Club (3833 N Gloster St

  Food event at Sam's Club (3833 N Gloster St. Check the venue for details.
• 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Chromatic Landscapes by Chatham Kemp at GumTree MuseumGumTree Museum of Art · 211 W Main St

  Fall exhibition of Chatham Kemp's color-saturated landscape paintings in downtown Tupelo's art museum.
• Spotlight 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM Communities Forward FestivalGumtree Park · 683 North Front Street, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Outdoor event at Gumtree Park. Check the venue for details.
• Spotlight 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 2026 BOND Food FightSpringhill District Building · 2556 Clayton Rd

  A 70s-themed food fight: local bakers compete in a groovy cake competition and guests get to taste and vote.
• Evening (bar opens 5:00 PM) Weekend Live Music at Romie's GroceryRomie's Grocery · 804 W Jackson St

  Live music on the back patio every weekend at the old Jackson West neighborhood grocery turned restaurant, with steaks, catfish and a full bar.
• 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM Coffee BlackBackline Music Hall · 5339 Cliff Gookin Boulevard, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Music at Backline Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
• 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Movies on the Trace: Land Before TimeNatchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center · 2680 Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo, mississippi 38804

  Outdoor event at Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center. Check the venue for details.
• 8:30 PM Music by KOTABlue Canoe · 2006 N GLOSTER STREET, Tupelo

  Free show! If you like Kings of Leon, Mt. Joy, Whiskey Myers, or the Red Clay Strays, you’re probably going to love us. Our live show is loud, high energy, and kind of infectious. But the music’s only half of it. At the end of the day we’re just a group of guys who work hard and love what we do, and we care about actually getting to know the people who show up.
• Self Care Saturday1402 Forrest St

  Community event at 1402 Forrest St. Check the venue for details.
• Savage Labz Octoberfest 2026272 County Road 1145

  Community event at 272 County Road 1145. Check the venue for details.
• Make a Ghost Drop-in Workshop1820 East Main Street

  Shopping event at 1820 East Main Street. Check the venue for details.
• BOOTS, BUCKLES & BRIMS683 N Front St

  Community event at 683 N Front St. Check the venue for details.
• NO KINGS - VOTE ABSENTEE EARLYFairpark in Tupelo

  Shopping event at Fairpark in Tupelo. Check the venue for details.
• Fall in the bushes bash‼️D’ Cracked Egg · 206 Troy street

  Community event at D’ Cracked Egg. Check the venue for details.

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• 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Eric StognerBrick and Spoon · 1201 North Gloster Street, Tupelo, MS 38801

  Community event at Brick and Spoon. Check the venue for details.
• 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pumpkin Patch at Tupelo Buffalo Park & ZooTupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo · 2272 N Coley Rd

  The zoo's annual October pumpkin patch: pick a pumpkin from the fields, then meet the buffalo herd and the rest of the animals.
• 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Dirty Merchants Vintage MarketBackline Music Hall · 5339 Cliff Gookin Boulevard, Tupelo, MS 38804

  Music at Backline Music Hall. Check the venue for details.

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