Plan Your Visit
You're driving to Greenwood for a reason. Make a weekend of it.
Greenwood sits in the heart of the Mississippi Delta — where the blues were born, where the food is worth the trip on its own, and where a Tuesday night can turn into something you talk about for years.
Here's everything you need to plan your visit.
Getting Here
From Jackson: ~1 hour 30 minutes via I-55 N and MS-7 N (90 miles)
From Memphis: ~2 hours via I-55 S and MS-7 S (120 miles)
From Oxford: ~1 hour 15 minutes via MS-7 S (75 miles)
From Greenville: ~55 minutes via US-82 E (52 miles)
From Clarksdale: ~1 hour via US-49 S and US-82 E (56 miles)
From New Orleans: ~4 hours 30 minutes via I-55 N (300 miles)
Airports:
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN): ~1 hour 45 minutes
Memphis International (MEM): ~2 hours
Golden Triangle Regional (GTR): ~1 hour 30 minutes
Parking: Most venues have free street parking or adjacent lots. Details below under each venue.
Where to Stay
Greenwood has a small but distinctive collection of places to stay. Book early — the best rooms go fast on event weekends. Here are three we recommend.
The Alluvian Hotel
318 Howard Street · Greenwood, MS 38930
thealluvian.com
A 45-room boutique hotel in the heart of downtown, designed with the colors and textures of the Delta. Complimentary Southern breakfast, a spa, and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Best for: a polished, walkable downtown weekend.
Tallahatchie Flats
Just north of Greenwood, on the Tallahatchie River
tallahatchieflats.com
Restored 1940s Delta farm shacks on a former cotton plantation — each with a full kitchen, WiFi, and a porch over the river. Pet-friendly. Best for: blues pilgrims and anyone who wants the real Delta, not a hotel room.
Hampton Inn Greenwood
1815 Highway 82 W · Greenwood, MS 38930
hilton.com
The newest hotel in town, with 74 rooms and refrigerators in every room. Eleven-minute walk to the Museum of the Mississippi Delta. Best for: a reliable, familiar stay at a reasonable rate.
Looking for more options? The Greenwood Convention & Visitors Bureau maintains a full list of hotels, inns, and B&Bs — including the Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Suites, Rodeway Inn, and Americas Best Value Inn.
Where to Eat
Giardina's Restaurant
314 Howard Street
A Greenwood institution since 1936, connected to the Alluvian lobby by its bar. White-linen service, curtained private booths, and world-class steaks and seafood. Start with the onion rings. Best for: a special-occasion dinner before the show.
Fan & Johnny's
Downtown Greenwood
Modern Southern dining led by James Beard Award nominee Chef Taylor Ricketts. Creative presentation and a menu that changes with what's good. Best for: a chef-driven dinner that feels current without leaving Greenwood.
San Miguel Arcangel Tienda y Taqueria
615 W. Park Ave
Authentic Mexican cuisine and a genuine cultural hub — the kind of place where everybody in town eats. Open six days a week. Best for: lunch, and dinner on Fridays. (Note: this is also one of our venues.)
Also worth knowing: Zoe Coffee (319 Howard St.) for coffee and snacks, Turnrow Books Cafe (304 Howard St.) for lunch and espresso, and Jeems Diner for burgers.
Need more options? The Greenwood CVB maintains a full restaurant list.
Venue Guide
Museum of the Mississippi Delta
1608 Highway 82 W, Greenwood, MS 38930
Parking: Free lot on-site
Doors: 6:30 p.m. · Music: 7:00 p.m.
Food/Drink: [VERIFY]
BYOB: [VERIFY per show]
Pro tip: Arrive early to walk the museum exhibits before the show.
Zoe Coffee Co.
319 Howard Street, Greenwood, MS 38930
Parking: Free street parking downtown
Doors: 6:30 p.m. · Music: 7:00 p.m.
Food/Drink: Coffee, drinks, and snacks available for purchase
BYOB: Yes
Pro tip: Zoe is intimate — arrive early to grab a good seat.
San Miguel Arcangel
615 W. Park Ave, Greenwood, MS 38930
Parking: Free lot on-site
Doors: 6:30 p.m. · Music: 7:00 p.m.
Food/Drink: Full menu available for purchase
BYOB: [VERIFY]
Pro tip: Come for dinner. Stay for the music. Tables get pushed back for dancing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes — we recommend it. Tickets are available on Eventbrite and at the door, but capacity is limited to 75 at most venues. Members get in free.
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Most shows are. Some are 18+. Check the individual event listing.
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No. Come as you are.
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Many venues are BYOB. Check the individual event listing.
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Questions?
If you're planning a trip and want recommendations, email us at hushpuppymusiccoop@gmail.com. We're happy to help you build an itinerary.