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This September marks 70 years since Elvis returned to his hometown for the iconic 1956 performance. Now, the Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum and friends are preparing to recreate that moment on September 26 the same day and in the same place where Elvis took the stage seven decades ago. Watch the interview above for more on the history behind the homecoming concert and what’s planned for this year’s celebration.  Copyright 2026 WTVA. All rights reserved.            Most Read   (https://www.wtva.com/2026/09/11/tupelo-crash-shuts-down-part-interstate-22/) (Interstate 22 crash in Tupelo, MS on Sept. 11, 2026)      (https://www.wtva.com/2026/09/11/tupelo-crash-shuts-down-part-interstate-22/) Tupelo crash shut down part of Interstate 22       (https://www.wtva.com/2026/09/11/kidnapping-suspect-captured-out-state/) (David Tyler Jones and Lindsey Nicole Young are each facing charges from the Monroe County...)      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