Elvis Presley's Death Commemorated by Fans, 35 years later: Graceland Schedule and Deals

To commemorate The King of Rock and Roll's 35^th death anniversary thousands of fans converged at Graceland in honor of the late Elvis Presley. Annual Elvis week is still in full effect, with a number of events for devotees to enjoy until Saturday August 18.

Fans held up candles in a vigil for rock and roll legend and were welcomed by his former wife and daughter Priscilla and Lisa Marie who appeared on a stage in front of the crowd. Graceland was the long-time home of Elvis and where he passed away 35 years ago due to a heart attack after struggling with prescription drugs.

The appearance of Priscilla and Lisa Marie is the first time the duo has appeared together in the annual gathering at Graceland.

After the vigil, fans went up to Elvis' gravesite which is located to toe right of the mansion. Some teary fans left flowers on the gravesite where Presley's mother, father and grandmother are also buried.

Last nights ceremony was heartfelt and beautiful and the events continue on today on the actual day of his death.

According Elvis Week's official website today's events are as followed:

10:00 a.m - 12- p.m. Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest

Meet 'n' Greet at Hard Rock

10:00 a.m. EP Party Jam Featuring Jamie Aaron Kelley

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Ornament Signing by Lisa Kelechava

12:00 p.m. George Klein's Elvis Memorial Service

1:00 p.m. On Stage with Terry Mike Jeffrey and Andy Childs

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Meet 'n' Greet with Lowell Hays

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Meet 'n' Greet with Darwin Lamm

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Ornament Signing by Lisa Kelechava

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Elvis 35th Anniversary Concert PreConcert VIP Reception

7.00 p.m. Tupelore: "Tupelove" and "Favorite Son" at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Walk up to Meditation Garden

8:00 p.m. Elvis 35th Anniversary Concert

Graceland's famous tours includes walking through his mansion, his car museum and custom jets. Graceland has also started to include a new "Explore Elvis on Tour" that includes an in-depth documentary about his multicity tour in April 1072 as well artifacts such as the producer's Golden Globe award, stage clothing and more.

They also have a new experience, ICON: The influence of Elvis Presley Presented by Fender, which was curated by the Graceland archives team in partnership Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. It includes a number of important artifacts on loan from the museum.

Graceland Deals

Graceland is offering $125 off the Graceland Experience in commemoration of Elvis' 35^th death anniversary. Which includes the following according to Graceland's website:

• "Two nights at Elvis Presley's Heartbreak Hotel, including free evening shuttle service to Beale Street
• VIP Tour of Graceland, including access to the Graceland VIP Exhibit
• Tickets to Sun Studio, Stax Museum of American Soul Music and Rock 'n' Soul Museum
• Lunch at Hard Rock Cafe on Beale Street
• Elvis Insiders membership for each adult so you can save 10% on everything else during your visit
• Elvis gift pack that includes one Official Graceland Tour DVD and "Elvis Rock" CD, plus a 35th Anniversary champagne flute for each adult in the room"

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