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Event Guide - - August 9-12, 2008

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 9, 2008

  • 26th Annual Elvis Presley International 5K Run/Walk to Benefit United Cerebral Palsy
    8:00 a.m.
    Graceland Gates
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    Pre-registration is $20 by calling (901) 761-4277. Race day registration is $25.00.
    More than 2,000 runners and walkers from around the world will help raise money for United Cerebral Palsy in this family fun race, all the while enjoying the festive atmosphere of Elvis Week.
  • Elvis Presley – His Home, His Story
    9:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 10:00 a.m.
    Malco Studio on the Square
    2105 Court Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    Admission is free but you must have a ticket which is available by calling 800-238-2000.
    Get a tour of Graceland on the big screen at the premiere of this new DVD.
  • Elvis Meetup Benefitting the Memphis Humane Society
    12:00 noon
    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.
  • Memphis Welcomes the Fans Redbirds Baseball Game
    6:10 p.m.
    AutoZone Park
    200 Union Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    Come out and see the Redbirds play a game and stay for the Elvis-themed entertainment, fireworks, and more. Tickets are available at the Redbirds website.
  • Elvis Week Kick-Off Party at the Memphis Hard Rock Café
    10:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Hard Rock Cafe
    315 Beale Street
    Memphis, TN
    Enjoy live music and a cash bar at the official Elvis Week Kick-Off Party. General admission is $20 and VIP seating (plus a food buffet) in the Elvis-themed area is $40. Call 800-238-2000 for tickets.

Sunday, August 10, 2008

  • Elvis Gospel Brunch
    8:30-9:30 a.m.
    Elvis Presley Car Museum
    Graceland Plaza
    $33 per person
    Enjoy a Sunday brunch accompanied by Elvis' beloved gospel songs.
  • Memorial Luncheon for Bill Burk
    Marlowe's Restaurant
    4381 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    $15 (includes lunch and beverage)
    This special luncheon in memory of Bill Burk will be a chance for friends and fans to share their memories of him.
    1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Graceland Scavenger Hunt - Bears on Tour
    5:00p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    Begins at the Graceland Ticket Office.
    $29 for Adults
    $14 for Children ages 7-12
    Tour the Graceland Mansion and the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum while participating in a trivia scavenger hunt for prizes. Call 800-238-2000 to purchase tickets for this event.
  • Club Elvis at Graceland
    8:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight
    Graceland
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets are $25 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.

Monday, August 11, 2008

  • Elvis Fan Club Presidents’ Event
    10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
    Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
    255 North Main Street
    Memphis, TN
    $8 for the general public
    Join Elvis Presley fan club presidents at this special event. Elvis Presley Enterprises will present a program of company updates, announcements, and special guest speakers.
  • Elvis Music & Movies at Graceland
    7:00 p.m.
    Graceland Mansion
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    $44 for August 11th only, $75 for August 11th and 12th
    Enjoy this concert and movie screening, right on the front lawn of Graceland! Andy Childs will perform live in concert followed immediately by a special screening of Jailhouse Rock. Call 800-238-2000 for tickets.

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

  • Malco Theatre's Elvis Film Fest 5
    9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Malco Studio on the Square
    2105 Court Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    $5 per film
    Elvis Film Fest featuring King Creole, GI Blues, Blue Hawaii, Girls!Girls!Girls!, and Paradise Hawaiian Style
  • Elvis Presley Fan Club Reception at The MED
    The MED
    877 Jefferson Avenue
    Memphis, TN
    10:00 a.m.
    Special reception at the MED's cafeteria. Call 901-545-6405 for more information.
  • Shawn Klush in Concert
    3:30 p.m.
    Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
    255 North Main Street
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets are $22 and $30
    See last year's Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner live in concert with opening act by comedian Sammy Shore.
  • Elvis Music & Movies at Graceland
    7:00 p.m.
    Graceland Mansion
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    $44 for August 12th only, $75 for August 11th and 12th
    Enjoy this concert and movie screening, right on the front lawn of Graceland! Terry Mike Jeffrey & Band, members of the TCB Band, and The Imperials will perform live in concert followed immediately by a special screening of Elvis - That's The Way It Is. Call 800-238-2000 for tickets.
  • Club Elvis at Graceland
    8:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight
    Graceland
    3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard
    Memphis, TN
    Tickets are $25 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.

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