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Graceland Announces All-American Weekend This July

July 3–5 celebration features fireworks, live music, gospel brunch, and the final weekend of a patriotic Elvis display honoring America’s 250th anniversary

MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elvis Presley’s Graceland will be lit in red, white and blue as it celebrates the nation’s independence during its All-American Weekend on July 3-5, 2026.

Three days of music, fireworks, and Elvis—celebrating America's 250th anniversary in unforgettable style.

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The three-day celebration features live music, an Elvis tribute concert, a gospel brunch, VIP experiences, and an Elvis-themed fireworks spectacular. The weekend also marks the final days of The American Spirit of Elvis Presley, a limited-time display honoring Elvis’ love of country in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Guests looking for a holiday getaway can book an All-American Weekend package, which includes a two-night hotel stay at our AAA Four Diamond Guest House at Graceland resort hotel, tickets to select weekend events, and access to exclusive experiences such as a champagne toast and a BBQ dinner. Individual tickets to select events, including concerts and brunch, are also available.

The celebration begins July 3 with a champagne toast and exclusive photo opportunity inside the Dressed to Rock exhibit at Elvis Presley’s Memphis for VIP guests, followed by a Welcome Dinner featuring Southern BBQ. That evening, The Dreamboats take the stage with their high-energy rock ’n’ roll performance.

The night concludes with the All-American Party & Fireworks Extravaganza, hosted by DJ Argo of SiriusXM Elvis Radio, and featuring a special performance of the National Anthem by kids from the Graceland Performing Arts Camp. The evening culminates in a fireworks display set to Elvis music. Admission to the outdoor fireworks event is free beginning at 7:30 p.m.*

On July 4, the Graceland Soundstage will feature two of the world's top Elvis tribute artists: Jimmy Holmes, the reigning 2025 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner; and Pat Dunn, the 2021 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist winner.

Following the show, guests can experience Graceland in a new way with the debut of After Dark Graceland Tours. Beginning at 9:15 pm, these limited-capacity tours will offer unique storytelling, behind-the-scenes insights, and a special photo opportunity inside the mansion.

The celebration concludes on Sunday, July 5, with the Great American Gospel Brunch, featuring delicious Southern specialties as guests enjoy inspirational music from The Tennessee Mass Choir.

The American Spirit of Elvis Presley display, located at the Racquetball Building as part of the Graceland Mansion tour, will be on view through the Fourth of July weekend.

Featured artifacts in the display include:

  • The giant American flag used during Elvis’ 1974 Mid-South Coliseum concerts
  • The suit worn during his December 1970 meeting with Richard Nixon
  • An official statement from Jimmy Carter following his passing
  • The gold lamé jacket worn during his Pearl Harbor benefit concert
  • A commemorative plaque recognizing his support of the USS Arizona Memorial

Hotel packages and tickets are now available at Graceland.com.

*Free admission includes parking and access to the Elvis Presley’s Memphis Ticket Plaza. Food, beverages, and retail are available for purchase. Admission to exhibits and museums requires a separate ticket.

All-American Weekend Assets: https://bit.ly/3QyS8IY

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.

Stay connected to Elvis Presley’s Graceland:
Graceland.com
Graceland Live Cam
@ElvisPresleysGraceland on Facebook
@VisitGraceland on Twitter (X) and Instagram
@OfficialGraceland on YouTube
GracelandLive.com
@GracelandLive on Facebook
@GracelandLiveConcerts on Instagram
@LiveGraceland on Twitter
SiriusXM’s Elvis Radio, Channel 76

Contacts

Alicia Dean | 901-332-3322 | adean@graceland.com

Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.


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Elvis Presley's Graceland celebrates Independence Day with live music, fireworks & Elvis tributes July 3–5. Tickets at Graceland.com.
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Alicia Dean | 901-332-3322 | adean@graceland.com

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