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Friday, August 10, 2012
Elvis Week Kick-Off Event - Event details to be announced at a later time.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
30th Annual Elvis Presley 5K Run Benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of the Mid-South
8:00 a.m. The run starts and finishes at the Gates of Graceland. After the race, join UCP across from the mansion for a party under the tent. There will be food, music and fun! For more information, please call Kelly Luckett at 901-761-4277 or email kluckett@ucpmemphis.org.
Conversations on Elvis - Elvis & Gospel
10:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), this event will explore Elvis' love of gospel music with those who both sang it with him and who knew of his appreciation of it. Special guests confirmed for this event include: Joe Moscheo and Terry Blackwood of Elvis' Imperials; Bill Baize and Donnie Sumner who performed with Elvis as part of the J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet; and Charley Humbard, son of Rex Humbard - a minister who Elvis admired and considered a close friend. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Songwriters Showcase
2:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hear music and stories from Elvis songwriters. More details and guest list to be coming soon. Tickets are $25. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Week Kick-Off Concert with Andy Childs & Band
8:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Kick-off Elvis Week at Graceland with an exciting concert event featuring Andy Childs and his band performing Elvis music. Tickets are $30. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Southern Gospel Celebration
9:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Enjoy a celebration of the gospel music that Elvis loved with some of the singers who performed as part of Elvis' Imperials. Joe Moscheo and Terry Blackwood, who both performed with Elvis on stage, along with group members Royce Taylor and Darrell Toney, will perform many of the hits Elvis loved. More performer announcements to come. Tickets are $30. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Conversations on Elvis - Elvis in the Movies
1:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), this event will celebrate Elvis' movies with special co-star guests. Confirmed guests include: Mary Ann Mobley, Elvis' co-star in "Harum Scarum" and "Girl Happy"; Barbara Eden, Elvis' co-star in "Flaming Star"; and Jan Shepard Boyle, who appeared with Elvis in both "King Creole" and "Paradise, Hawaiian Style." Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Celebrate The King
8:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Enjoy a special concert event featuring some of the best Elvis tribute artists in the world performing some of Elvis' greatest hits. Confirmed for the concert is 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Bill Cherry. More Elvis tribute artists to be announced soon. Tickets are $30. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Elvis Movie
11:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Name of the movie to be shown will be announced soon. Tickets are $5. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Elvis Insiders Conference
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Break from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Autographs with guests during lunch break and following conference. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), this event will feature a full-day of special programming including special guests, videos and more, all celebrating Elvis. Special confirmed guests are: Tom Perryman, a DJ who booked Elvis in east Texas as early as 1954 and in 1955, and his wife Billie, who cooked for Elvis and washed his clothes after performances; Dixie Locke Emmons, who met Elvis at church and dated him just as his career was taking off; June Juanico, who dated Elvis from 1955 to 1957; and Larry Geller, Elvis' hairstylist and close friend. More guest announcements to come. Tickets are $35. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Graceland Trivia Tour
5:00 p.m. Event starts at Graceland Ticket Office. Guests are invited to tour Graceland Mansion and the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum while simultaneously answering trivia questions to which answers can be found on the Graceland tour. Adult and junior version of the trivia tour will be available. Prizes will be awarded for both adult and junior versions. Tickets are $32 adult; $15 children 7-12; kids 6 and under are free. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Week Dance Party
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Come hang out and enjoy a dance party with a DJ playing your favorite Elvis dance music. Tickets are $25. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Fan Club Presidents’ Event
10:00 a.m. Begins in Graceland Ticket Pavilion, Graceland Plaza. Elvis fans are invited to celebrate the work of Elvis Presley fan clubs during this special event. In addition to celebrating and recognizing the work of fan clubs, the event will feature a program of EPE company updates and special announcements, including the latest from EPE media, marketing, licensing, merchandise, archives and more. The event also will feature a special guest segment with those who worked with Elvis. Special guest announcement to come. Tickets are $15. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Showcase
1:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. See some the semifinalists for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest showcase their talents as they prepare for the ultimate contest later in the week. Performers to be announced at a later time, but all will be 2012 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinalists. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
The Memphis Boys Salute
7:00 p.m. Enjoy an incredible concert event featuring The Memphis Boys with special guests Andy Childs and Terry Mike Jeffrey. The Memphis Boys were the legendary house band at the American Sound Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, between 1967 until it’s closing in 1972. The Memphis Boys include Bobby Wood, Bobby Emmons, Gene Chrisman, Mike Leech, Reggie Young, and Tommy Cogbill. Recently inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame, The Memphis Boys have played a large part in American music culture for the past forty years as the sound behind over 120 hit singles including Elvis’ “Suspicious Minds, “In the Ghetto”, and “Kentucky Rain”; Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline”; Dusty Springfield’s “Son of a Preacher Man”; and many, many, more. This special concert event will feature them performing some of their Elvis hits, as well as songs from the many other stars they have performed behind for the past forty years. Tickets are $30. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Movie
11:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Name of the movie to be shown will be announced soon. Tickets are $5. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Conversations on Elvis - Behind the Camera
10:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM). Hear from those who photographed Elvis over the years and find out more about thousands of photos of Elvis housed in the Graceland archives. Confirmed special guests include: David Darnell, who photographed Elvis at the Ten Outstanding Young Men Awards ceremony as well as around Memphis as a staff photographer for the Commercial Appeal newspaper; and Angie Marchese, Director of the Graceland Archives, and Robert Dye, EPE Photography Manager, who manage and care for the thousands of photos that are part of the Graceland collection. More guests to be announced. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis and Friends Concert
3:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Join us for a celebration of Elvis music during a special afternoon concert event. The show will feature Jamie Aaron Kelley and Brad Birkedahl performing some of their favorite Elvis tunes. Opening the show will be country music entertainers and IMASTAR recording artists Lori Anderson and Gavin Kelly. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Candlelight Vigil
8:30 p.m. Gates of Graceland. After an opening ceremony at the gates of Graceland, fans are invited to walk up the driveway to Elvis' gravesite and back down carrying a candle in quiet remembrance. Free admission. No tickets or reservations. Gates remain open until all who wish to participate in the procession have done so, which typically takes to the early morning hours of August 16, the anniversary date of Elvis' passing. Free secured parking at the Graceland visitor center complex after 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Meet 'n' Greet
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Location TBA. Private event reserved for those who have purchased VIP tickets for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. More details about contest tickets to be announced soon. Find out more about the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.
EP Party Jam Featuring Jamie Aaron Kelley, with Brad Birkedahl and John McClure
10:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. A unique jam show featuring Jamie Aaron Kelley, with Brad Birkedahl and John McClure on guitar and bass. The show will include a wide variety of Elvis songs - studio, live, movie, home recordings and more. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
On Stage with Terry Mike Jeffrey and Andy Childs
1:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. On stage will feature acoustic sets with fan favorites Andy Childs and Terry Mike Jeffrey, as they each perform some of their favorite Elvis songs. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis 35th Anniversary Concert Pre-Concert VIP Reception
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Location tba. Private event reserved for those who have purchased VIP tickets for the Elvis 35th Anniversary Concert.
Elvis 35th Anniversary Concert
8:00 p.m. FedExForum in Downtown Memphis. Elvis returns to Memphis for a spectacular concert event starring the real Elvis Presley via video. See some of Elvis' finest concert performances projected on a large video screen, accompanied live on stage by a cast of singers and musicians who worked with him, an orchestra, and additional singers and musicians. All music heard in the concert production is performed live except for Elvis' voice. Confirmed cast members will be announced soon and the list will be updated as more are added to the lineup. Tickets for the event are $300 (VIP), $105, $95, $85 and $65. The $300 VIP tickets include premium seating, a pre-event reception plus a special concert gift bag with Elvis merchandise and collectibles. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Ticketmaster on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round One
10:00 a.m. Location tba. See the best tribute artists from around the world compete in Round One of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinals. During Round One, all semifinalists will sing one song on stage in front of a panel of judges. The Elvis tribute artists with the highest scores will proceed on to Round Two later that evening. Visit the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest page for a list of tribute artists who have already qualified and more about the contest. Seating for this round is general admission. Two-day tickets for the contest are $139 (VIP) and $69 - and include one ticket to each of three rounds of the contest. The $139 VIP ticket includes premium seating, a collectible lanyard/badge and access to the Hard Rock Meet 'n' Greet. A ticket to Round One ONLY is also available for $10. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Ticketmaster starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Conversations on Elvis - Behind the Stage
1:30 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM), this event will explore what went on behind the scenes of Elvis' touring productions with special guests who were there to experience it. Confirmed guest is Sam Thompson, Elvis' friend who worked as a personal bodyguard for him at home and on tour. More guest announcements coming soon. Tickets are $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round Two
7:00 p.m. Location tba. Enjoy hours of Elvis music and entertainment as the top Elvis tribute artists from Round One, compete during Round Two of the contest for their chance to advance to the Final Round on Saturday, August 18. The top Elvis tribute artists moving on to the Final Round will be announced at the end of the competition. Visit the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest page for a list of tribute artists who have already qualified and more about the contest. Two-day tickets for the contest are $139 (VIP) and $69 - and include one ticket to each of three rounds of the contest. The $139 VIP ticket includes premium seating, a collectible lanyard/badge and access to the Hard Rock Meet 'n' Greet. A ticket to Round Two ONLY is also available for $25 Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Ticketmaster starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Luau Dance Party
10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Rock-a-hula at an Elvis luau-themed dance party. Spend time with friends while you dance to Elvis music played by a DJ. Tickets are $25. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Morning Performance Event
9:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. More information about this event to be announced soon. Tickets for this event will be available through Graceland Reservations.
Conversations on Elvis - In the Studio
1:00 p.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Hosted by Tom Brown, Vice President of Original Productions for Turner Classic Movies (TCM). Hear what it was like inside the recording studio with Elvis from session musicians who were the sound behind the king for many legendary recordings. Guests to be announced soon. Tickets for $20. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Final Round
7:00 p.m. Location tba. Enjoy a phenomenal show with the top Elvis tribute artists from Round Two as they compete for the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of 2012. The excitement will build throughout the night as the group is narrowed down to the top five, before the ultimate winner of the contest is announced. Visit the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest page for a list of tribute artists who have already qualified and more about the contest. Two-day tickets for the contest are $139 (VIP) and $69 - and include one ticket to each of three rounds of the contest. The $139 VIP ticket includes premium seating, a collectible lanyard/badge and access to the Hard Rock Meet 'n' Greet. A ticket to the Final Round ONLY is also available for $49. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Ticketmaster starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Elvis Week Farewell Dance Party Featuring Terry Mike Jeffrey and Jamie Aaron Kelley
10:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Elvis Week Main Stage Entertainment Pavilion, Graceland. Get together with friends and fellow Elvis fans for one last fun event to end the week and say farewell. This dance party will feature Elvis dance music performed live with performers Terry Mike Jeffrey, Jamie Aaron Kelley. and special guest Duke Mason. Tickets are $30. Elvis Insiders can log on to the members only site for more information on how to purchase tickets for this event during the pre-sale. Tickets for this event will be available for the general public through Graceland Reservations or Elvis.com starting on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.
Multiple Date Events
Free Entertainment Tent at Graceland Crossing
Continuous presentation of Elvis music performed live by various singers and bands, plus other activities. A schedule for the Elvis Week entertainment tent will be available at the Elvis Week information table upon arrival in Memphis.
Morning and Evening Walk-ups to Meditation Garden
Daily throughout the year, there is a special period of time for free admission walk-up visits to the Meditation Garden at Graceland. Elvis Week morning walk-ups will be from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. on August 10-19. Morning walk-ups may not be available on August 16 due to the Candlelight Vigil. Elvis Week evening walk-ups will be from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on August 10-14 and August 16-19. Evening walk-ups will not be available the night of August 15 due to the Candlelight Vigil.
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