Good morning Tupelo! Today is Friday, December 20, 2019. It is the 354th day of the year. There are only 11 days left. Winter officially starts in tomorrow, Hanukkah begins in 2 days, and Christmas is just 5 days from today.
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HAPPENING TODAY
Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:
If you have little ones, don’t miss Storytime at Reed’s Gumtree Bookstore at 10:30 a.m.
You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 1-2:00 p.m., and again from 5- 6:00 p.m..
A special holiday market is happening this weekend at the Tupelo Furniture Market! Hours are Friday, from 5 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.. The Tupelo Flea Market has free parking, with handicapped spaces available, and admission is $1.00 per person with children ages 5 and under are free.
There will be a Youth Christmas Party at Los Toros Mexican Restaurant at 7:30 p.m.. You are invited to come and celebrate a Feliz Navidad Christmas with the Edge Youth party, where there will be giveaways for best dressed, an ugly Christmas sweater contest, and more.
To wrap up the year, The Dance Studio of Tupelo will be having a potluck dinner for its last dance. There will be no lesson at this party. Dinner starts at 7:00 p.m., with dancing to follow. No RSVP required. $10 per adult and $5 for youth aged 18 and younger.
Wet Paint of Tupelo is hosting Kids Night Out tonight. They’ll be watching The Santa Clause, eating pizza & popcorn, and painting your own Santa or Reindeer figurine. Drop the kids off at 6:00 p.m. and pick them up at 9:00 p.m.! Three glorious hours to get done everything that you need… like maybe a bubble bath. Cost is $25.00 per child. Ages 5 and up are welcome.
Hedrick’s Martial Arts of Tupelo is also hosting a Parents Night Out tonight! If you’re looking for a little alone time to finish wrapping the presents, sans kids, check out Parents Night Out from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.. Price is $10 each. If you just want a night of peace or finish getting ready for Christmas Day let us have them for the night. To reserve a spot, please call 901-643-7051.
Local Events Outside of Tupelo
Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:
In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..
If you’re looking for a super special holiday experience, go check out the Iuka Dickens Christmas this evening at 6 p.m.! Come take a step back in time and celebrate Christmas in Dickens era. The streets of Iuka will be filled with Vendors, music in the gazebo, Dickens period costumes, strolling carolers, and much more. The local businesses will be open for last minute Christmas Shopping. Come out for a night of hometown hospitality. Visit the local IDEA business to grab a ticket for the five $100 giveaways at 9 p.m. at the Gazebo.
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
In Tupelo:
- Steele’s Dive will have have Tatum Shappley at 9 p.m.
- Blue Canoe will have the Seth Winter Band at 8 p.m.
- The Shade Tree will have Big Daddy Karaoke at 8 p.m.
- The Thirsty Devil will have Critical Hour at 9 p.m.
- Old Venice will have Misbehavin’ at 7 p.m.
- The Tupelo DAV will have Southbound at 8 p.m.
- Romie’s Grocery will have Brad Foutch at 7 p.m.
- The Stables will have Chance Stanley at 9 p.m.
Outside of Tupelo, we found these events for you to check out:
- Legends Sports Grille in Fulton will have Karaoke with Shona at 7:00 p.m.
- Sydnei’s in Pontotoc will have Hannah + Karly at 7:30 p.m.
- Lep’s BBQ in Pontotoc will have FIDK at 7:30 p.m.
FOOD TRUCKS
Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:
- Taquería Ferrus is on West Main beside Computer Universe.
- Local Mobile will be at Fairpark 11-1:30 p.m.
- Gypsy Roadside Mobile will be at Fairpark 11-2 p.m.
- Mobile Chef will be at TBA
- Jo’s Cafe will be closed today.
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Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!
Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.
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