Elvis Week 2025 Kicks off Today at Graceland
Elvis Week 2025 features an unforgettable lineup. Highlights include:
Elvis: Live on Stage (August 16), a big-screen Elvis experience with a live band;
A Night in Elvis' Hollywood (August 13), celebrating his film career with co-stars and live music;
an Elvis Music Salute (August 14), featuring artists who shared the stage and studio with Elvis;
Conversations on Elvis (August 15), with intimate stories from his friends and colleagues.
Plus, experience the excitement of the 2025 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest and enjoy performances by some of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world!
The cornerstone event of the week will be the annual Candlelight Vigil on August 15 at Graceland's front gate. Elvis music sets the tone of the evening as fans walk up the driveway to Meditation Garden. This event lasts throughout the night as thousands of participants gather on Elvis Presley Boulevard to listen to music, share memories, and view memorials that are created by fans along the street. The Candlelight Vigil ceremony will also be streamed live online for free for fans around the world to watch.
Confirmed Elvis Week guests include:
Elvis' friend Jerry Schilling;
Elvis' girlfriend Linda Thompson;
singer/songwriter Tony Orlando;
Larry Gatlin, singer/songwriter for Elvis' hits "Help Me" and "Bitter They Are, Harder They Fall";
Charlie McCoy, Nashville studio legend;
legendary bassist Norbert Putnam;
Peter Guralnick, author of the new book release The Colonel and The King;
Elvis co-stars Marlyn Mason (The Trouble with Girls) and Robin and Gavin Koon (Follow that Dream);
former member of JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet Larry Strickland;
Sweet Inspiration Estelle Brown;
singer Brenda Lee;
…among many others.
Graceland will also honor Elvis' Imperials at Conversations on Elvis on August 15 with their induction into Graceland Legends – celebrating their contribution to Elvis' musical legacy. Appearing to accept their honor and share stories will be Terry Blackwood, Greg Gordon, Jim Murray and Roger Wiles.
Elvis Week 2025 kicks off tonight with the first of four nights of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist shows! The Ultimate Return, happening tonight, features a high-energy tribute spanning Elvis' iconic decades. The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal and Final Round take place on August 9 and 10, where 20 Elvis tribute artists from around the globe will compete for the coveted title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist champion.
Additional tribute events include:
Elvis Gospel Celebration (August 10)
Elvis: The Other Side of the Tracks (August 11)
Elvis: That's The Way It Is: A Tribute (August 11)
Final Five: Up-Close and Personal (August 11)
With appearances by: Dean Z, Taylor Rodriguez, David Lee, Brandon Bennett, Jay Dupuis, Victor Trevino Jr., Emilio Santoro, Cote Deonath, Shawn Klush, and Patrick Dunn.
Additional Elvis Week 2025 events include:
Junior Elvis Tribute Showcase (August 10)
Fan Celebration (August 12)
Elvis: An Author's Perspective (August 13)
Elvis Sessions: The Nashville Cats (August 14)
Inspired by Elvis on (August 16)
Plus a kick-off party, Moonshine dinners, free fan meet-ups, and more.
Elvis Week tickets and the full schedule of events are available at ElvisWeek.com.
For fans who are unable to attend in person, Graceland offers a Virtual Elvis Week pass for fans to experience concerts, contests, and conversations streamed live from the Graceland Soundstage. Virtual passholders can also re-watch events for up to 10 days after they aired. The Superfan Package includes a virtual tour of Graceland and Show & Tell of our 90 for 90 Exhibit. Pass information is available at VirtualElvisWeek.com.
The Guest House at Graceland resort hotel puts you in the heart of the action, hosting many of the week's shows and offering free live lobby entertainment and complimentary shuttle service throughout the Graceland campus. Rooms are still available for select nights. Visit GracelandGuesthouse.com to make your room reservations.
All guests, times, prices, and details are subject to change.
About Graceland and Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
Elvis Presley's Graceland, in Memphis, is music's most important and beloved landmark, with hundreds of thousands of fans from around the world visiting the historic home each year. Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) manages the operations of Graceland and its related properties, including Elvis Presley's Memphis, Graceland's entertainment and exhibition complex over 200,000 square feet in size; the new 80,000 square feet Graceland Exhibition Center featuring rotating exhibits; the AAA Four Diamond Guest House at Graceland 450-room resort hotel; and the Graceland Archives, featuring thousands of artifacts from Elvis' home and career. EPE also produces and licenses Elvis-themed live events, tours, and attractions worldwide. Graceland Holdings LLC, led by managing partner Joel Weinshanker, is the majority owner of EPE. Graceland is the only attraction worldwide to ever receive 12 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards including 'Best Holiday Historic Home Tour,' 'Best Tennessee Attraction and Iconic Landmark,' 'Best Musical Attraction,' 'Best Historic Southern Attraction,' and the #1 'Iconic American Attraction.' The TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards named Graceland the most popular attraction in Tennessee and one of the top 25 landmarks in the world and Rolling Stone named it one of 10 Great American Music Landmarks. For more information on EPE and Graceland, visit www.graceland.com
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Discovered while working at a Sydney McDonald's in 2017, Chuol has since modeled for major fashion brands and appeared on countless covers of international fashion publications. She earned a law and psychological sciences degree from the University of New England in 2021 and advocates for mental health support and LGBTQIA+ rights, drawing from her own experiences with discrimination and recovery. Currently based in New York, she continues to balance her modeling career with acting and activism. About Stefon Diggs (He/Him) Stefon Diggs is a four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and one of the most dynamic and consistent playmakers in the NFL. Since entering the league in 2015, Diggs has built a career defined by precision, passion, and unforgettable moments—most notably his role in the legendary 'Minneapolis Miracle,' ranked #9 on the NFL's 100 Greatest Plays. In 2020, he made history with the Buffalo Bills, leading the NFL in both receptions and receiving yards. After serving as a team captain during his standout season with the Houston Texans in 2024, Diggs signed a three-year deal with the New England Patriots, bringing veteran leadership, elite route running, and a championship mindset to Foxborough. Off the field, Diggs is equally influential. He's the founder of the Diggs Deep Foundation, which provides emotional support and financial assistance to children and families in the D.C. area through youth programs and community-driven initiatives. In the world of fashion, he's the visionary behind Liem, a luxury streetwear house that merges bold design with cultural authenticity. Named #1 Best Dressed Athlete by Complex, Diggs has become a fixture at the Met Gala and on the global fashion circuit, with appearances at Milan and Paris Fashion Week from 2023 to 2025. In 2024, he launched his first signature shoe in collaboration with ASICS, further cementing his status as a style icon. On top of carving a prominent niche in the NFL as a top-tier receiver, Stefon Diggs continues to redefine what it means to be a modern athlete—at the intersection of sports, style, and purpose. About Central Cee (He/Him) Central Cee, the global rap sensation, has recently released his new single 'Guilt Trippin' featuring Sexyy Red, which landed amid an incredible run for the West London hailing star. After a major cultural moment at the 2025 Met Gala - where he turned heads in a custom suit by Jacquemus and became one of the night's most talked-about guests due to his viral Met Gala Freestyle - Cee has been busy dominating stages across the world and has just completed his sold-out Can't Rush Greatness World Tour. Since its release, his debut album Can't Rush Greatness has cemented Central Cee's place as a global force, racking 1.5 Billion world-wide streams and earning acclaim for its balance of lyrical depth and chart-ready polish. 'Guilt Trippin' is his first musical statement since then, and it boldly signals that Cench isn't content to rest on past success - he's ready to expand into new territory and keep pushing boundaries. Central Cee has redefined the global perception of UK rap, breaking barriers and setting unprecedented milestones. His ability to seamlessly blend raw storytelling with universal appeal has resonated across continents, bridging linguistic and cultural divides. With Can't Rush Greatness, he reaffirmed his position as one of the most vital voices in contemporary rap, delivering an album that is both deeply personal and globally resonant. Now, with Guilt Trippin, Central Cee taps into a playful, party-starting mode we haven't seen from him before - and with Sexyy Red by his side, it's a transatlantic link-up fans won't forget. About Brian Smith (He/Him) Brian Smith is the founder of the world-famous UGG Brand. Graduating in 1978 as a Chartered Accountant in Australia, Brian came to California looking for the next big opportunity to bring back to Australia. While studying at the UCLA Graduate School of Management he observed that there was no sheepskin footwear in the US. With only $500 in capital, he imported boot samples and over the next seventeen years built the UGG brand into a multi-million-dollar international enterprise. He sold in 1995, and the brand has continued to grow to exceed a billion dollars in annual sales for the past six years. Brian is one of the most sought-after international business leaders in the country today. He is committed to teaching entrepreneurs how to leverage their most precious assets from within, and to recognize and pursue their passions to create a fulfilling and successful life. Brian has authored the book 'The Birth of a Brand – Launching Your Entrepreneurial Passion and Soul', is a sought-after Keynote speaker, and mentors small business owners. He spends his time with his family and friends in Southern California and enjoys surfing and contributing to humanity.
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Merrick Studios Launches with Heavy Hitters and a New Way to Podcast
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merrick Creative, in partnership with Grammy-nominated rapper and entrepreneur Bun B and music industry veteran Jeffrey Sledge, today announced the official launch of Merrick Studios—a culture-forward podcast network rooted in hip hop but built for a broader audience. 'At Merrick Studios, we're not just building a network of shows—we're building a family of creators.' – Bun B Unlike most new podcast networks, Merrick Studios launches with a fully stocked lineup—multiple shows already packed with episodes and marquee guests—along with a creator-first model that makes producing, recording, and promoting podcasts effortless. 'At Merrick Studios, we're not just building a network of shows—we're building a family of creators,' said Bun B. 'When you're part of this network, you're never on your own. You have the full weight of our production team, promotional reach, and monetization strategies behind you, plus the ability to collaborate and cross-promote with other hosts. That's how great conversations find bigger audiences.' From AI-powered production tools to seasoned editorial guidance, Merrick Studios handles the technical heavy lifting so hosts can focus on the creative work that makes their shows shine. The result: polished, compelling conversations without the production headaches. The network's fall lineup features: Unglossy — Hosted by Bun B, Tom Frank, and Jeffrey Sledge, spotlighting cultural powerhouses such as Keenan Scott II, Marcus Samuelsson, Eric Liedtke and Andre Reed. Mixed and Mastered — Jeffrey Sledge with the music executives, producers, and creatives shaping modern music. Pitch Lab — Entrepreneurs and creatives sharpen their ideas through candid critique. The Love/Hate Relationship with Comic Culture — Pete Rock, Mickey Factz, and Tat Wza on comics, movies, and fandom. Pendulum Podcast – Guest lectures encompassing some of the greatest rappers of our time brought to you by Pendulum Ink, a school for lyricism. PlaceShaper — Stories from the people redefining real estate, design, and community. The Juniata Men's Basketball Show — Inside access to one of Division III's standout programs. Two Mothers, One Aché: A Grief Dialogue – Honest conversations on loss, love, and healing with Yvette Dávila and Dionne C. Monsanto. The Grey Area – Dante Ross exploring the common ground where artists of every walk of life connect, collide, and create. Tom Frank, Co-Founder of Merrick Studios and CMO of Merrick Creative, added: 'Podcasting can be isolating when you're doing it alone. We're here to change that. By bringing shows together under one roof, giving them the resources to create world-class content, and amplifying their reach through the power of the network, we're creating something bigger than any one show.' About Merrick Studios Merrick Studios is a culture-forward podcast network created by Merrick Creative, Bun B, and Jeffrey Sledge. Rooted in hip hop but built for a broad audience, the network delivers smart, soulful, and unfiltered conversations. With a deep slate of existing shows, advanced production tools, and a collaborative community of creators, Merrick Studios makes it easy for hosts to focus on great storytelling while the network handles production, promotion, and monetization.
