Explore McNairy

08/31/2026

State releases 25 local tourism impact:
Visitors to McNairy County generated $9,765,399 in spending in 2025, representing a 16.5% increase over 2024 and outpacing the statewide growth rate of 2.7%, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development.

In 2025, visitor spending generated $509,312 in local tax revenue for McNairy County and supported 84 jobs across the county.

BY THE NUMBERS*:
- Direct visitor spending in McNairy County generated $499,922 in state tax revenue.
- Every day, visitors spend $26,755 on lodging, retail, transportation, recreation and dining throughout McNairy County.
- If it were not for state and local taxes generated by tourism, each household in McNairy County would pay $102 more in state and local taxes.
- Visitor-paid taxes support public education and other critical services across Tennessee.
- McNairy County ranked 79 among the 95 counties in Tennessee based on visitor spending.

Thanks to organizations such as Arts in McNairy, McNairy County Department of Tourism, and the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce for being on the frontlines of telling and promoting the best of McNairy County.

08/31/2026

Broomcorn Festival – Next Generation!
Join us Saturday, September 19 • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM for a full day celebrating tradition, craftsmanship, and family fun!

📍 Hockaday Homemade Brooms
2074 Hwy 142, Selmer, TN

✨ What you’ll experience:
• Artisans & Folk Artists
• Live Music
• Food
• Family Fun
• 20+ Demonstrators showcasing broom‑making and heritage crafts

Come enjoy a festival rooted in history and carried forward by the next generation of makers. Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day celebrating creativity and community.

08/31/2026

✈️ Conaway’s Airport Adventure Day is almost here!
Join us Saturday, September 19th • 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Robert K Sibley Airport for a full day of aviation fun and family activities.

⭐ Airplane Rides
⭐ Military Aircraft
⭐ Kids Zone
⭐ Food Trucks
⭐ Car Show
⭐ Entertainment
⭐ Airport Museum
⭐ The Texas Snake Man!

Bring the whole family and enjoy one of McNairy County’s can't miss events of the year. Free admission — everyone welcome!

08/31/2026

Come join the Rib Bowl this weekend for a day of mouthwatering ribs, friendly competition, and lots of family fun!

🍗🔥 WINGS ARE PART OF THE RIB BOWL!
The Wing Ancillary turn-in is 12:00–12:30 PM on September 5.

Entry is only $50.

Then it's time for the ribs:

🐷 Rib A — 1:30–2:00
🐷 Rib B — 2:30–3:00

Plan your cook accordingly!

08/31/2026

It's never to early to think about lunch!

Weekly lunch specials for week of August 31- September 4

08/29/2026

Grab the family and enjoy this great Sunday lunch together!

Sunday Lunch!!

08/28/2026

Happy Friday!

As we previously shared a few weeks ago, we are actively hiring for a full-time cashier position. Applicants must be 18 and apply in person. If you have any questions about this position, we encourage you to stop by the restaurant and ask.

Don’t forget, we have ribs and fish today along with all your other favorites! We hope to see you soon.

Dine in or Carry Out
☎️731-645-5188
📍304 E Poplar Ave, Selmer, TN 38375
⏰Tuesday-Friday 11 am to 9 pm

08/28/2026

Keep calm and keep dancing-dance floor will be open September 5th!

Update yall, due to a conflicting reservation we will not be hosting Line dancing Saturday night, 29 August 2026. Thank you for everyone who has been attending! We love seeing yall here and look forward to seeing you next week!

08/28/2026

Wake up with Retro Dawgs!