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Elvis Week

Event Guide - - August 8-12, 2009

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com

Every year during the week surrounding the anniversary of his death, Memphis celebrates the music and life of Elvis Presley. Here is a guide to the current year's events (updated each January) honoring the King of Rock and Roll. For more information on any of these events, call 800-238-2000 or visit the Elvis Presley Enterprises website.

Saturday, August 8, 2009

  • Club Elvis at Graceland
    8:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight
    Graceland
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets are $20 and may be purchased by calling 800-238-2000.
    Attend a private party for Elvis fans, held in the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum. There will be Elvis music, dancing, and a cash bar. A wristband ticket will allow you to go between Club Elvis and the other activities on the property.

Sunday, August 9, 2009

  • Elvis Gospel Breakfast
    8:30-9:30 a.m.
    Elvis Presley Car Museum
    Graceland Plaza
    $27 per person
    Enjoy a Sunday brunch accompanied by Elvis' beloved gospel songs plus Elvis videos on the drive-in screen.
  • Blue Hawaii Screening
    6:00 p.m.
    Orpheum Theatre
    203 South Main Street
    Memphis, TN 38103
    $6 per person
    See Blue Hawaii on the big screen at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Tickets are available at the door, one hour before showtime. Cash only.

Monday, August 10, 2009

  • Club Elvis at Graceland
    8:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight
    Graceland
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets are $20 and may be purchased by calling 800-238-2000.
    Attend a private party for Elvis fans, held in the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum. There will be Elvis music, dancing, and a cash bar. A wristband ticket will allow you to go between Club Elvis and the other activities on the property.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

  • Malco Theatre's Elvis Film Fest 6
    First film begins at 10:00 a.m.
    Malco Studio on the Square
    2105 Court Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    $5 per film
    Screen 1
    10:00 a.m. - Jailhouse Rock
    12:00 noon - Fun in Acapulco
    2:00 p.m. - Roustabout
    4:10 p.m. - Jailhouse Rock
    Screen 2
    10:15 a.m. - Roustabout
    12:30 p.m. - King Creole
    3:00 p.m. - Fun in Acapulco
  • Elvis Presley Fan Club Reception and Tours at The MED
    The MED
    877 Jefferson Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    10:00 a.m.
    Special tours and reception at the MED's cafeteria. Call 901-545-6405 for more information.
  • Peabody Duck March with 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contestants
    5:00 p.m.
    Peabody Hotel
    149 Union Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    Watch as the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contestants help the Duckmaster escort The Peabody Ducks from the lobby fountain to their rooftop suite.
  • Shawn Klush in Concert Featuring The Sweet Inspirations
    7:00 p.m.
    Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
    255 North Main Street
    Memphis, TN
    $27 per person
    Hear 2007 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist winner Shawn Klush live in concert along with The Sweet Inspirations. For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or visit any Ticketmaster outlet.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Meet 'n' Greet
    11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    Hard Rock Cafe
    315 Beale Street
    Memphis, TN
    This is a private event for those who purchased a special ticket package for the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.
  • Elvis Week Meet 'N' Greet
    1:30 p.m.
    Capriccio Grill
    149 Union Ave
    Memphis, TN
    $24 per person (in advance)
    Enjoy pasta, salad, desserts, and beverages with other Elvis fans in Memphis. Reserve your spot by mailing payment to Gigi Ballester, PO Box 195, Ellendale, TN 38029.
  • Elvis Meetup Benefitting the Memphis Humane Society
    4:00 p.m.
    Marlowe's Restaurant
    4381 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    There is no cover charge but attendees pay for their own food, drinks, and tips. There will be special guests and Elvis door prizes.
  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semi-Finals
    7:00 p.m.
    Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
    255 North Main Street
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets start at $69 -- call 901-525-1515.
    Watch the semi-final round of the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.

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