Elvis Festivals & Events

Below are a list of officially licensed Elvis festivals, events and contests taking place around the world. Be sure to visit this page often for updates as new Elvis events will be added as they are confirmed. 


ELVIS LIVES: The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event
Tour begins January 14, 2012

ELVIS LIVES is an unforgettable multi-media and live musical journey through Elvis' life. Featuring finalists from Elvis Presley Enterprises' annual worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, these performers deliver a moving musical presentation of the greatest entertainer that ever lived. The tour kicks off on January 14 in Morganton, North Carolina. Check out a complete list of 2012 tour dates!
The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest – Fill the Blue Suede Shoes™
March 3, 2012
Circle Square Cultural Center, Ocala, FL
Do you have what it takes to “Fill the Blue Suede Shoes™?" The winner of the Ocala, FL ETA preliminary competition will receive $2,000 cash and entry to compete in the qualifying rounds for The Ultimate ETA Contest that will take place during Elvis Week, August 2012. Second and third place finishers will also receive cash prizes. All competitors reaching the final round in this preliminary event will receive gift prizes. Register now to compete!
Third Look for Japanese Elvis
March 11, 2012
Osaka, Japan

For more information about the contest and how to compete in the Third Look for Japanese Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest,
click here.
The Rockin' Elvis Fest at Pala Casino
March 16-18, 2012
Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, California
The three-day festival features an Ultimate ETA Contest preliminary, showcase performance by past Ultimate finalist Travis Allen, plus other fun Elvis music-themed events. Pala Casino Spa & Resort includes a Las Vegas-style casino and more. Contact Brown Productions for more information about this festival.

Scouts Rock at Graceland
March 31, 2012
Graceland

Join hundreds of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts as they tour Graceland on a special day made for Scouts of all ages! A visit to Graceland on Saturday, March 31, 2012 will offer area Scouts the chance to learn about Elvis Presley through a series of fun activities, while also earning achievements toward ranks or pin/belt loop/merit badges.

3rd Annual Toronto Elvis Festival
April 20-22, 2012
Stage West Theatre, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Come out and join the fun at the Third Annual Toronto Elvis Festival on April 20-21, 2012, at Stage West Theatre Restaurant in Mississauga, Canada. The weekend will be packed with food, fun, and live entertainment from contestants including a special appearance by Elvis tribute artist Gino Monopoli.  Tickets are available per event, and hotel/event packages are also available online t www.stagewest.com.
Branson Elvis Festival Presented by Legends in Concert
April 20-22, 2012
Branson, Missouri
This 3-day event is located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, home of Legends in Concert, in Branson, MO. The highlight of the festival, the Ultimate Elvis® Tribute Artist™ Contest, will take place on Saturday, April 21th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25.00 and $29.00, and can be purchased by calling call 1-800-374-SHOW (7469). Register now or visit www.bransonelvisfestival.com for more information.

Philadelphia Elvis Fest
May 4-6, 2012
Cannstatter, Philadelphia, PA
Come enjoy the very first Elvis fest in Philadelphia. Located at Cannstatter, 9130 Academy Road (one block from Academy Rd., Exit I-95) this festival will feature fun, qualifying rounds for the Ultimate ETA Contest that will take place during Elvis Week 2012 and more. A total of $8,000 in prize money will be awarded for those tribute artist who place. For more information on the festival and how to enter, visit PhiladelphiaElvisFest.com.

Las Vegas Ultimate ETA Contest Presented by Legends in Concert
May 11-12, 2012
Las Vegas, Nevada


More details coming soon!

Hawaii Ultimate ETA Contest Presented by Legends in Concert
May 19, 2012
Waikiki, Hawaii


More details coming soon!

Tupelo Elvis Festival
May 31 – June 3, 2012
Tupelo, Mississippi

This year's preliminary winner will receive $3,500 cash plus lodging in Memphis while representing Tupelo, a commemorative bronze statue of Elvis at age 13, a guitar from Tupelo Hardware, and a return visit to Tupelo in 2013 as the feature performer.  Second place winner will receive $1000 cash and third place will receive $500. The four-day festival will include concerts by all three winners and a guest appearance from DJ Fontana and Sonny Burgess and the Pacers. Visit www.tupeloelvisfestival.com for more information.
LakeGeorge.com Elvis Festival
May 31 - June 3, 2012
Lake George, New York - Produced by Sherry Management, LLC
Enjoy four days of entertainment including a three-day preliminary for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest as tribute artists compete for over $10,000 in prize money. The headline show will star Ultimate ETA Shawn Klush and a Tribute to Rock and Roll History show will feature Jay Zanier.  For tickets and a full schedule of events visit LakeGeorgeElvisFest.com or call 518-681-7452.
2012 Elvis Presley Car Show at Graceland
June 1-2, 2012
Graceland

The 2012 Elvis Presley Car Show at Graceland will be held on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2, 2012, at Graceland. The special two-day event will feature classic cars and a festival atmosphere complete with music, food and more. Additional details on the event and how to register will be announced soon on Elvis.com!
Tweed Elvis FestivalWintersun Festival
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Festival: June 1-11, 2012
Contest: June 5-10, 2012


More details coming soon!
Atlantic City Ultimate ETA Contest Presented by Legends in Concert
June 9, 2012
Bally's, Atlantic City, New Jersey


More details coming soon!

Rockin' E JamboreeThe Rockin' Elvis Fest at Oneida Casino
June 18-20, 2012
Oneida Caisno, Green Bay Wisconsin
The Rockin’ Elvis Fest at Oneida Casino features a preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, a showcase performance by Ultimate Qualifying ETA Jesse Aron, plus other fun events. More details on this event to follow. For more information about Oneida Casino, please visit OneidaBingoAndCasino.net. For more information on competing, contact Brown Productions.

Penticton Elvis Festival
June 22 – 24, 2012
Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
Experience Penticton, British Columbia to celebrate the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. With dozens of tribute artists gracing the outdoor stages that are set around picturesque Okanagan Lake, along with lots of special guests, it is a wonderful weekend of remembering the king. The festival will feature lots of great events, including a preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. More information on how to enter to win will be coming soon!

Myrtle Beach Ultimate ETA Contest Presented by Legends in Concert
June 30, 2012
Legends In Concert Theater at Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina


More details coming soon!

Tweed Elvis FestivalThe Rockin’ Elvis Fest at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Hotel
Presented by Brown Productions
July 19-21, 2012
Cherokee, North Carolina

For more information about this competition, contact Brown Productions.
Collingwood Elvis Festival
July 26-29, 2012
Collingwood, Ontario, Canada
Spend four days in beautiful Collingwood, Canada, for this special festival that features a full schedule of events including street parties, a classic car parade, pub crawl, meet ‘n’ greets with special guests, dances, gospel service and much more. They also will feature a preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest. Tickets for events are on sale now. More information on how to enter to win will be coming soon!

Tweed Elvis Festival
Last Chance Ultimate ETA Contest at Hard Rock Cafe
August 10-12, 2012
Hard Rock Cafe, Memphis, Tennessee


More details coming soon!

Elvis Week 2012Elvis Week 2012 - 35th Anniversary Celebration
August 10-18, 2012
Memphis, Tennessee

Elvis Week 2012 will be the 35th anniversary and we know fans from around the world are already looking to make plans to be in Memphis for this very special celebration. A preliminary schedule of Elvis Week 2012 events is now posted to assist in your planning. Find out more!

 

Tweed Tribute to Elvis Festival
August 24-26, 2012
Tweed, Ontario, Canada
The second annual Tweed Tribute to Elvis Festival will be themed around Elvis’ “Aloha From Hawaii” special. The festival will feature a weekend of fun, including a 2013 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest preliminary, collectible vendors and more! More information coming soon.
New England Elvis Festival
August 31 - September 2, 2012
Manchester, NH - Produced by Sherry Management, LLC
Enjoy an invitation only preliminary for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in which twenty of the world's best ETAs perform 45 minute mini-concerts over three days. The headline show stars Ultimate ETA Cody Slaughter and last year's New England Elvis Festival Champion Rick Huntress. Other events include an Elvis Collectibles sale, "After Hours" parties and an Elvis Gospel Contest. For tickets and full schedule of events visit NewEnglandElvisFestival.com or call 518-681-7452.
Pocono Mountains Elvis Festival
October 19-21, 2012
Pocono Mountains, PA - Produced by Sherry Management, LLC

This festival will feature two headline shows in 2012 and an invitation only preliminary for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest with twenty of the world's best ETAs performing 45 minute min-concerts over the three days of competition. Other festival events include a "Halloween Spooktacular" party, an Elvis Collectibles sale, and an  Elvis Gospel Contest. For tickets and full schedule of events visit PoconoMountainsElvisFestival.com or call 518-681-7452



*Specific event locations and details are subject to change.