Ring in the New Year in Tupelo

Get ready to ring in the New Year at Tupelo’s New Year’s Eve Party. The annual event is set to return with a diverse line-up of bands on two different stages in Downtown Tupelo. Held in a safe, secure environment, this party has something for all ages to celebrate the start of 2023.

    KidsFest kicks off the night at 6:00 p.m. with a DJ dance party and activities full of fun for families. The party kicks into high gear with an entertainment line-up that is jam-packed with songs to keep everyone dancing until midnight. The DJ from Al Kapone starts the party on the Broadway Stage at 7:00 p.m., followed by Al Kapone performing at 8:15 p.m. The Band US takes over the Fairpark Stage at 9:00 p.m. and Almost Famous headlines the Broadway Stage at 10:15 p.m. The evening culminates with Party Planet on the Fairpark Stage at 11:00 p.m., and a countdown to midnight with fireworks and a ball drop.

With over 160 restaurants, planning your next great meal in Tupelo is as much fun as joining in the revelry at Tupelo’s New Year’s Eve Party. Located in the Barnes Crossing District, Ethel Mae’s serves Chef Reginald Scott’s neo-soul food. Lone Star Schooner Bar and Grill offers hot food, cold drinks, and live music. Romie’s Grocery in the Jackson West neighborhood has Mississippi catfish, steaks, and live music on the patio. Nautical Whimsey Italian Bistro’s menu includes homemade pasta dishes and handcut steaks in Downtown Tupelo, while Park Heights offers modern American cuisine and craft cocktails in the heart of Fairpark.

Speaking of craft cocktails, Tupelo’s newest culinary experience is the Tupelo Cocktail Trail. Visit eight Downtown Tupelo locations and enjoy delicious, local artisan cocktails. Pick up your cocktail card at the Tupelo Visitors Center or at each participating restaurant. Once you have completed all eight stops on the Cocktail Trail, redeem your card at the Tupelo Visitors Center for a free #MyTupelo cocktail shaker. Visit tupelo.net to explore all of the city’s many unique culinary experiences.

With over 2,200 quality hotel rooms, book your room for Tupelo’s New Year’s Eve Party now. Looking to stay close to the action? Plan your stay at Hotel Tupelo or the Hilton Garden Inn, both located in Downtown Tupelo’s Fairpark. Visit tupelo.net/stay to check out all of Tupelo’s accommodating properties. 

With so much to celebrate in 2023, start planning your Tupelo’s New Year’s Eve Party getaway today. Visit tupelo.net/newyear to get all of the details and imagine what you can do here!