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Elvis Week

Event Guide -- August 9-16, 2011

By , About.com Guide

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.

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

  • Rock 'n' Roll Anniversary Concert at Levitt Shell
    8:00 p.m.
    $15 in advance at www.levittshell.org or $20 at the door
    Levitt Shell, Overton Park, Memphis

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

  • Club Elvis
    8:00 p.m. - 12:00 Midnight
    Tickets are $25 by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, Graceland Plaza
  • Midnight Southern Breakfast
    11:59 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.
    Tickets are $15.00 and available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Chrome Grille Restaurant, Graceland Plaza.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Meet 'n' Greet
    10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Private event reserved for those who purchase the VIP ticket package for the 2011 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest.
    Memphis Hard Rock Cafe on Beale Street
  • Elvis Presley Fan Appreciation Reception
    10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Free
    Regional Medical Center, 877 Jefferson Avenue in the Jefferson Conference Room
  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinals - Round One
    3:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $10 and are available for purchase in person at Ticketmaster Outlet locations, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787; or in person at the Orpheum Box Office or by calling 901-525-3000; or in person at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Memphis.
    The Orpheum, 203 South Main Street, Memphis.
  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinals - Round Two
    7:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $25 and are available for purchase in person at Ticketmaster Outlet locations, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787; or in person at the Orpheum Box Office or by calling 901-525-3000; or in person at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Memphis.
    The Orpheum Theatre, 203 South Main Street, Memphis

Thursday, August 12, 2011

  • Elvis Presley Fan Club Presidents' Event
    10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $12.00 and are available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Fogelman Executive Conference Center, 330 Innovation Drive, Memphis
  • Meet Up at Marlowe's
    2:00 p.m.
    No cover charge
    Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis
  • Graceland Trivia Tour
    5:00 p.m.
    Tickets for adults are $31.00; children 7-12 are $15.00; children 6 and under are free. Tickets are available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Event starts at the Graceland Ticket Office.
  • Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Final
    7:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $49 and are available for purchase in person at Ticketmaster Outlet locations, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787; or in person at the Orpheum Box Office or by calling 901-525-3000; or in person at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Memphis.
    The Orpheum, 203 South Main Street, Memphis

Saturday, August 13, 2011

  • Elvis Presley 5K Run, Walk, Rock & Roll
    8:00 a.m.
    Starts at the gates of Graceland. For more information, visit www.elvispresleyrunandwalk.com or call 901-761-4277.
  • "Sam Phillips: The Man Who Invented Rock 'n' Roll" Documentary Screening
    10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Tickets to this event are $10.00 and are available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    The Rose Theater, University of Memphis, 470 University Street
  • Official Elvis Insiders Event - Rollin' on the River
    2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Boarding from 2:00 p.m. - 2:25 p.m. Must be on boat by 2:25 p.m.)
    SOLD OUT
    Memphis Queen III Riverboat, 45 S. Riverside Drive, Memphis
  • Elvis Presley LIVE - The King in Concert
    8:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $45.00 and are available for purchase in person at Ticketmaster Outlet locations, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787; or in person at the Orpheum Box Office or by calling 901-525-3000; or in person at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Memphis.
    The Orpheum, 203 South Main Street, Memphis
  • Elvis Presley LIVE Post-Event Party
    11:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
    SOLD OUT
    Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, 191 Beale Street, Memphis

Sunday, August 14, 2011

  • Southern Gospel Singin' with Elvis' Imperials
    9:00 a.m.
    Tickets are $30.00 and are available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Graceland Entertainment Pavilion (north of airplane exhibit)
  • Lansky Bros. Historical Marker Unveiling
    12:00 p.m.
    Free
    126 Beale Street
  • Conversations on Elvis
    1:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $20.00 and are available for purchase in person at Ticketmaster Outlet locations, by calling Ticketmaster at 800-982-2787; or in person at the Orpheum Box Office or by calling 901-525-3000; or in person at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Memphis.
    The Orpheum Theatre, 203 South Main Street, Memphis
  • George Klein's Elvis Mafia Reunion
    5:00 p.m.
    Event is $40.00 and includes dinner and the show. Reservations are accepted by calling Alfred's at (901) 525-3711.
    Alfred's, 197 Beale Street
  • On Stage at Graceland with Terry Mike Jeffrey
    7:00 p.m.
    Tickets are $30.00 and are available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Graceland Entertainment Pavilion (north of airplane exhibit)

Monday, August 15, 2011

  • On Stage at Graceland with Andy Childs
    9:00 a.m.
    Tickets are $30.00 and are now available through Graceland Reservations by calling 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322, or online at Elvis.com.
    Graceland Entertainment Pavilion (north of airplane exhibit)
  • Alfred Wertheimer Autograph Signing
    2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    Free
    Elvis Lives, Graceland Plaza
  • Memorial Mass for Elvis Presley
    Music at 2:15 p.m. Mass at 3:00 p.m.
    Free
    St. Paul Catholic Church, 1425 E. Shelby Drive
  • Young Man With The Big Beat Box Set and FTD Presentation
    5:00 p.m.
    Free
    Elvis Lives Exhibit Space at Graceland Plaza
  • Candlelight Vigil
    8:30 p.m.
    Free
    Gates of Graceland Mansion

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

  • George Klein's Elvis Memorial Service
    12:00 Noon
    Free
    Main Theatre Building, University of Memphis

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