With rising gas prices and inflation affecting consumer market prices nationwide many families are finding it difficult to justify a long distance vacation. That's why here at the McNairy Chamber of Commerce and Tourism office we have compiled a list of local events and places to visit that are sure to give your family the bonding experience we all dream of. From National/State parks to local music festivals, we've compiled a list of some of the best staycation spots in McNairy County.

​For more information about the places and events on this list and all things McNairy visit www.meetmcnairy.com!

Big Hill Pond State Park

​This park provides over 4000 acres of hiking, camping, kayaking, as well as a whole host of other activities. A 70 foot lookout tower looms over the park and offers great panoramic views of the scenic landscape. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.

First Friday

On the first Friday of month the McNairy Chamber of Commerce and Tourism is hosting First Friday. Local businesses and restaurants will stay open late with live music in downtown Selmer and food trucks. Come on out and shop small in McNairy! 

Shiloh National Military Park

Visit the sites of the most epic struggle in the Western Theater of the Civil War. Nearly 110,000 American troops clashed in a bloody contest that resulted in 23,746 casualties; more casualties than in all of America's previous wars combined. Explore the Shiloh battlefield and see the beautiful fields preserved in time. 

McNairy also boasts the Davis Bridge and Fallen Timbers civil war trails as well as an additional 4 major markers throughout the county. 

McNairy Planetarium

​The McNairy Planetarium is located at MCHS and provides state of the art educational and interactive videos of space and humanities efforts to explore it. To schedule a visit or to ask about showings call the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism office at (731) 645-6360.

Freedom Fest

Selmer Parks and Recreation/Town of Selmer are hosting the July 4th Freedom Fest! The parade is at 12 noon on July 4th followed by music performances all afternoon and late that evening starting at 9:00pm there will be a fireworks show. You can see the schedule below:
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12:00 P.M. Freedom Fest Parade
1:00 P.M. Chelsea Rhodes
2:30 P.M. Second Chanz
5:00 P.M. Dawg Creek
7:00 P.M. Buckshot Daisy
9:00 P.M. Fireworks Show 

Rockabilly Highway Revival

The Rockabilly Highway Revival is grounded in McNairy County’s musical roots.  Situated on Rockabilly Highway (45 South), midway between Memphis and Nashville, Tupelo, Mississippi and Jackson, Tennessee, McNairy County was ground zero for the cultural explosion that gave birth to rockabilly and rock ’n’ roll music. It happens every second Saturday in June.

Arts in McNairy Plays and Cultural Exhibits

This summer AIM is hosting the play Annie in the historic Latta Theatre as well as book signings, art exhibits, and artist signings. Check out their website for more information!

While your in town shopping take a walk downtown and view the McNairy County Trail of Music Legends and visit the two Internationally known Rockabilly murals. 

Buford Pusser Museum and Experience Center

Legendary Buford Pusser was known all across America for his fight against the State Line Mob with only a stick. From presidents to musicians, including Elvis Presley and Johnny cash, this small town hero showed the nation what it meant to walk tall. You can visit his home as well as the jail and office in the McNairy County Courthouse and see where the legend conducted his hard-lined stance against organized crime. 

You can also find information at the Tourism office about the Walking Tall Trail, which will take you on a tour throughout McNairy County showcasing the significant moments of his life and career. 

Coon Creek Science Center

Clams, snails, crabs, sharks, and giant mosasaurs living in Tennessee! That would be the scene approximately 70 million years ago in what is now West Tennessee as the ancient Gulf of Mexico covered the land. How do we know? A visit to Coon Creek Science Center will help answer this question. Within the 232-acre grounds of Coon Creek Science Center, located in rural McNairy County, Tennessee, lies one of the top ten fossil sites in North America.

Ada's Country Store and Cafe

Ada's is an unusual country store! They have lots of unusual health products including gluten free and sugar free, fresh sliced deli meats, cheese, and so much more. Stop by and treat your family to some of the best fresh deli food around!

Pat's Cafe- Slugburgers 

With a wonderful southern atmosphere, Pat’s Cafe is the epitome of a down home cafe. The service is always enjoyable and the food is down right delicious. Try their award winning slug-burgers and get a taste of history. 

Hillbilly Wing Shack

If you're looking for boring food and no fun, you're going to the wrong place! The Hillbilly Wing Shack is a local restaurant and bar known for its mouthwatering wings and laid back atmosphere. Stop by and try one of their 80+ flavors. 

Selmer Famers Market

With produce, meats, flowers, handmade jewelry, soaps, crafts, and more all grown within 100-miles of Selmer, Tennessee the Selmer Farmer's Market is the perfect place to get a taste of McNairy County. Come support your local farmers and craftsmen by shopping local!