Get out your cleanest pair of blue suede shoes for this one! The ‘Christmas at Graceland’ performance is the estate’s first televised concert. The show will include eight iconic music legends and never before broadcast footage of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

A Star-Studded, Holiday-Themed Elvis Tribute

Elvis Presley fans, and music lovers in general, NBC and Graceland are giving us a pretty unique (and awesome) gift this holiday season!

For Elvis Week Only!

Hyatt’s two newest Memphis hotels are offering some mouth-watering food and drink specials for Elvis Week. These are only available from August 9 - 17, 2022 so head downtown and get them while you can. 

There's also a chance to win a two-night stay at the Caption with the #ElvisCaptionChallenge giveaway. More on that at the bottom of this article. 

But first...

"The Man. The Legend. The King of Rock & Roll."

Movie maestro Baz Luhrmann (of Moulin Rouge and Romeo + Juliet fame) has released his trailer for the upcoming Elvis movie starring Tom Hanks and Austin Butler.

The film, which was filmed in Australia (that's where Luhrmann is based) will be released on June 24, 2022 in theaters only. 

Whether you're a card-carrying Elvis fan club member or just like an excuse to enjoy a special day, here are eight ways to honor the King's birthday on January 8.

Elvis would be 91 years old on January 8, 2026, but his legacy still holds on. Take it from the thousands of people who descend on Graceland every year to celebrate.

The Candlelight Vigil is Elvis Week's main event, and the only one that completely captures the week's unique blend of reverence, kitsch, and fun. It's also one of those things that you've got to do at least once before you die.

Assignment #224 in the 365 Things to Do in Memphis is to queue up at the gates of Graceland for the Candlelight Vigil.

The eighth day of the year is Elvis Presley's birthday, so Assignment #8 on our list of 365 Things to Do in Memphis is to celebrate!

There are many ways to enjoy Elvis' birthday in Memphis, including attending the official events at Graceland, or making pilgrimages to important places that tell his story: Graceland, Rock 'n' Soul Museum, or Sun Studio.

Elvis Week 2024 kicks off on August 9!

While Graceland has a full schedule of events, local Memphis businesses are getting in on the Elvis fun, too. Here are some of the unofficial special events and deals going on around town.