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JULY•20-25•2016 2016 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE & VENUE GUIDE collingwoodelvisfestival.com 1-888-227-8667
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collingwood, ontario canada
july 20 - 25, 2016 TICKET BOX OFFICE: 105 Hurontario Street Box Office Hours: Thursday, July 21, 10am-9pm Friday, July 22, 10am-9pm Saturday, July 23, 9am-9pm Sunday, July 24, 9am-6pm Official Cooling Stations: Collingwood Public Library 55 Ste. Marie Street Thursday, July 21, 10am-9pm Friday, July 22, 10am - 8pm Saturday, July 23, 10am - 5pm Collingwood Museum 45 St. Paul Street Thursday, July 21 to Sunday, July 24 9am - 5pm Public Washrooms: Eddie Bush Memorial Arena Lobby
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Pine Street at Second Street on south side of street in Food Court Inside Festival Gardens (Gardens patrons only)
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North End of Hurontario Street parallel to the Federal Building
We hope you enjoy your time at the 2016 Collingwood Elvis Festival
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2016 EVENT SCHEDULE Wednesday July 20 2016
thursday July 21 2016
LOCAL LIVE LUNCH Sheffer Court, 186 Hurontario St., 12 PM-1:30 PM
Listen to the Dylan Burchell Band. Purchase lunch provided by Hill and Bay Catering. NOTE: This is not an Elvis event.
START ME UP SHOWCASE Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 5:00 PM-11:00 PM. FREE
Open Mic 5pm-8pm; Robin Kelly-8pm; Pete Storm 9:30pm
LIVE & ORIGINAL SEMI-FINALS
presented by Sidelaunch Brewery
Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 7:30 PM-10:30 PM
Semi-Finalists battle for 8 finalist positions. Host: Memphis Jones. Licensed event. NOTE: Not an Elvis event. Ga seating $10 plus t & f
ETA SOFTBALL GAME Central Park, Hume St., 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
“Sports minded” ETAs in a fantastic game of softball. FREE
STOP, LOOK & LISTEN Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Hear Grand Champion Matt Cage-11:30am. FREE
**NEW IN 2016** HEAD-TO-HEAD BATTLES Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Watch THREE (3) ROUNDS as two competitors go head-to-head! Mark Craig vs. Frankie D (early); Robert Frank vs. Dave Collinson (concert). Plus a Live and Original battle! Audience judges. FREE
**NEW IN 2016** HEAD-TO-HEAD BATTLES The Pie, 499 First St., 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Watch THREE (3) ROUNDS as two competitors go head-tohead! Frank Cross vs. Darren Evorglens (early); Matt Cage vs. Dan Barrella (concert). Audience judges. FREE
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ATTENTION ELVIS FANS ELVIS WEEK, MEMPHIS August 12 - 21, 2017 Maybe it’s the rhythm of the mighty Mississippi, or a history of early struggles that gave birth to the blues, or a maverick attitude that inspired a truck driving young man to cut his first record and turn the world upside down Whatever it is, it’s DEFINITELY MEMPHIS!!! Please join us for the celebration of Elvis Presley’s life
It’s been 40 years! Luxury motor coach transportation from Hamilton area Visits included: Graceland • Sun Studio Lauderdale Court Tupelo • City tour Midnight Vigil Daily entertainment • Peabody Hotel with marching of the ducks Beale Street • Great restaurants Shopping • Prizes • Surprises ...and more
thursday July 21 2016 NORTH “WINDS OF CHANGE” CHARITY LOUNGE
IN SUPPORT OF THE GEORGIAN TRIANGLE HUMANE SOCIETY
Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery, 499 First St., 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
ETAs perform for a great cause. Goodwill Donations appreciated.
GRAND CHAMPIONS MEET & GREET Cranberry Inn Lobby 19 Keith Ave., 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Meet & greet awesome Grand Champions, James Gibb & Anthony Von. FREE
“FIRST TIMERs only” WELCOME SHOWCASE & RECEPTION Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 5:00 PM-6:30 PM Join us for a Preview Showcase of Grand Champions. Doors-4:30 pm. Tickets required.
FIRST HURRAH KARAOKE WELCOME Various venues - 5:00 PM-1:00 AM
“Open Mic”. 5pm-8pm Eggsmart Collingwood Eatery: Olde Town Terrace: Austin Irby 8pm; Oliver Steinhoff-9:30pm; Shon Carroll-11pm. Huron Club: Dan Barrella-8:00pm; John Cigan9:30pm. Mogul’s: Matt Cage-9pm; Austin Irby-11pm. FREE
CRUISE THE DUB AT A&W 7 Balsam St., 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
Live performances by John & Mason Cigan. FREE
THE ELVIS EVOLUTION Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 8:00 PM-10:30 PM
Featuring Grand Champions Pete Storm, Gordon Hendricks, Robin Kelly & Gino Monopoli. Host: Memphis Jones Live band. Family friendly. RSV seating $40/$35 plus t & f.
friday
July 22 2016 RISE & SHINE COLLINGWOOD
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 6:00 AM-10:00 AM
95.1 Peak FM live on location. On-site interviews. FREE
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VENDOR WALK Hurontario & Second Sts., 9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Merchandise and Food Vendors! Booths with unique items, interactive fun, and great food including “Memphis-style” BBQ. All Downtown. FREE ENTRY; Items for Purchase
LIMITED SEATING ASK ABOUT THE EARLY BOOKING PRIZE
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CIBC “RUN FOR THE CURE” CHARITY BBQ CIBC Bank 86 Hurontario St.,10:00 AM-2:00 PM Elvis Tribute Artists perform for a worthy cause. Food available for purchase. Donations appreciated.
Georgian Bay Biomed “Awesome Street Party”
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 11:00 AM-10:00 PM
A day of free entertainment! Bring a lawn chair. ALL registered Elvis Tribute Artists perform. Outdoor event. Surrounded by Vendor Walk with great merchandise & food options. FREE
FESTIVAL GARDENS Festival Gardens 32 Simcoe St., 11:00 AM-1:00 AM
Whole lotta POURIN’ goin’ on
One block EAST of the main street Elvis Weekend Hours Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-6, Sat 10-6, Sun 10-3
Food, beverages & fine performances! Cash bar on site. Food available for purchase. 19+ after 6pm. Licensed event. $10 Gate Admission
WELCOME CAFÉ Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Fun and music greatness! Youth Champion, now in the Adult Division, Zach Peddie-12pm. FREE
**NEW IN 2016** THE STORYTELLER SERIES
presented by bayshore Broadcasting
Simcoe St Theatre, 65 Simcoe St., 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
A unique series dedicated to the “Storyteller”. One hour includes an ETA, a story teller and meet and greet. 12pm-THE INSIDE SCOOP with Festival G.M. and Champions, Jay Zanier & Anthony Von. 1pm-MEMPHIS BLUES with Memphis Jones, Blues Guitarist, Aidan Funston, & Champion Shon Carroll. Tales of Memphis, the Blues & Elvis. 2pm-”I REMEMBER YOU” with Letetia Henley-Kirk (Elvis’ Live-in Nurse) & Champion, Glenn Aitchison. Stories about Elvis & Graceland. 3pm-THE ROAD TO MEMPHIS with Ultimates Champions, David Lee & Bill Cherry, with Champion Brent Freeman. GA seating $10 plus t & f per session
ALL CHAMPIONS SHOWCASE at RESTAURANT LOCATION
Olde Town Terrace, 65 Hurontario St.,12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Sample freshly harvested Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil from around the globe
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Freshly poured & bottled in our shop for you to take home & enjoy
Welcome to a taste experience that will Shake, Rattle & Roll!
Rotating Festival Champions entertain. Robin Kelly-12pm, Matt Cage-1pm, Anthony Von-2pm, Bruce Andrew Stewart3pm. Host: Roy LeBlanc. Food and beverages for purchase. GA seating, $10 at Door.
ELVIS DINES HERE! Santini’s Ristorante, 61 Hurontario St., 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Italian lunch. Reservations are required. Champion Norm Auckland Jr. performs. Call Santini’s Ristorante 705-443-8383 or online at www.santinis.ca Set menu. $48 per person
**NEW IN 2016** HEAD-TO-HEAD BATTLES Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Watch THREE (3) ROUNDS as two competitors go head-to-head! Doug McKenzie vs. John Cigan (early) Wayne Curtis vs. Mason Cigan (concert), Audience judges. Plus a live and original battle. FREE
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friday July 22 2016 **NEW IN 2016** HEAD-TO-HEAD BATTLES The Pie, 499 First St., 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Watch THREE (3) ROUNDS as two competitors go head-to-head! Brycen Katolinsky vs. Bruce Andrew Stewart; Bruno Nesci vs. Eric Evangelista (concert). Plus a live and original battle. Audience judges. FREE
ELVIS AT “THE PIE” The Pie, 499 First St., 2:30 PM-3:30 PM Champion, Joey Cundari performs. FREE
OPENING CEREMONIES
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
The official welcome to the 2016 Festival! With VIP Host, Memphis Jones. Listen as Special Guests, Elvis VIPs, Sponsors & Dignitaries welcome you. The 2016 recipient of the Paco Danesi Award is announced. FREE
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ELVIS GETS HIS GAME ON Station on the Green, Cranberry Resort 27B, Harbour St., 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
Hear 3 fantastic Champions at “Station on the Green”. Listen to Dan Barrella-3pm; Brenen Katolinsky-4pm; & Eric Evangelista-5pm. Food & beverages available for purchase. FREE
“ELVIS ROCKS” SHOWCASE Moguls Bar & Grill, 32 Simcoe St., 3:00 PM-8:00 PM
ETA’s Perform. Shon Carroll-3pm; Corny Rempel-4pm; Dan Barrella-5pm; Bruno Nesci-6pm; and Austin Irby-7pm. Touch of Vinyl performs at 9pm. $10 Gate Admission.
HURON CLUB HELPS
in support of Georgian Hospice
The Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 3:00 PM-11:00 PM
Elvis Tribute Artists share their talents in support of a great cause. Host: Champion Doug McKenzie. Goodwill Donations appreciated.
ELVIS AT “THE PIE” The Pie, 499 First St., 3:30 PM-4:30 PM
Enjoy Elvis songs by Grand Champion Robin Kelly performs. Food & beverages on site for purchase. FREE
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2016 EVENT SCHEDULE L & O “TOP 8” PREVIEW
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
The Live & Original “Top 8” Finalists showcase! Can you pick the 2016 Winner? FREE
GRAND CHAMPIONS MEET & GREET Cranberry Inn Lobby, 19 Keith Ave., 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Meet & greet awesome Grand Champions, Austin Irby & Matt Cage. FREE
CRYSTAL BUFFET “MAKING A DIFFERENCE”
in support of Big Brothers/Big Sisters
2 Mountain Rd ., 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
ETA’s perform for a good cause. Food & beverages available for purchase. Goodwill donations appreciated.
**NEW LOCATION** QUALIFYING ROUND OF COMPETITION Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 4:00 PM
Watch ALL competitors in this first round of judging. Doors: 3pm. Family friendly venue. RSV seating $20/$15 plus t & f
INTIMATE & INTERACTIVE “WE KNEW HIM WELL” The Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Meet VIP guests, Charles Stone (Tour Manager), Letetia
Henley-Kirk (Elvis’ Live-In Nurse), Jimmy Velvet (Friend & “Teen Angel” fame) with ETA Kraig Parker. GA seating $30 plus t & f.
EGGSMART CELEBRATES ELVIS! Eggsmart Collingwood Eatery, 115 First St, Unit #9 4:30 PM-7:00 PM
Listen to two great Tribute Artists. ETA Bruce Herron- 4:30pm; followed by ETA Larry Tschekalin - 6pm. Food available on site for purchase. FREE
ELVIS DINES HERE! Santini’s Ristorante, 61 Hurontario St., 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Italian dinner. Reservations are required. Champion Pete Storm performs. Call Santini’s Ristorante 705-443-8383 or online at www.santinis.ca Set menu. $48 per person
CRUISE THE DUB AT A&W 7 Balsam St., 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
Live performances by Sam Calleri & Zach Peddie. Food & beverages for purchase. FREE
REMEMBERING ELVIS The Bear Estate at Living Water Resort, 300 Balsam St., 5:30 PM-10:30 PM
An unforgettable evening performance featuring 2x Grand Champion Pete Paquette with the Rockin’ Royals Band & the Tonettes. 4-course dinner. Parking on-site. Cash Bar. Social Cocktails–5:30pm; Dinner–6:30pm; Show–8:30pm GA seating $85 per person incl. t & f
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ELVIS
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friday July 22 2016 **NEW event** “Blue Suede Shutes”
Presented by Skydive Wasaga Beach
Harbourview Park behind McDonald’s 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Watch “Elvis” skydive over the awesome Street Party and land safely at Harbourview Park.
ELVIS MEMORIES AT BLUE Blue Mountain Village Stage, Jozo Weider Blvd.,8:00 PM-11:00 PM
Listen to Grand Champions Robin Kelly; Brycen Katolinsky & Ultimate Champion Jay Dupuis, as they perform the best of Elvis. Featuring Rudy Salerno and the Angels band. FREE
**NEW IN 2016** L & O SHOWCASE CONCERT
PRESENTED BY SIDELAUNCH BREWERY
Eddie Bush Memorial Arena, 97 Hurontario St., 8:00 PM-11:00 PM
Something a little different! Check out the music of the Small Town Pistols (formerly of The Wilkinsons). Acknowledged by CCMA, Juno awards, earning two Grammy nominations. Gina Horswood, 2015 L & O Winner kicks off the show. 19+ This is a Licensed event. NOTE: This is not an Elvis event. GA seating $25 plus t & f
**NEW LOCATION** “CELEBRATING ELVIS” Olde Town Terrace, Central Park, Hume St. next to the Water Tower, 8:00 PM-12:00 AM
Under the “big tent” hear European Champion, Oliver Steinhoff, Ultimate Finalist Ryan Pelton, and U.K. Grand Champion Gordon Hendricks. Live Band. Host: Champion Roy LeBlanc performing as Roy Orbison. Doors: 5pm. Dinner: 6pm. Show: 8pm. Parking on site! Call 705-445-6950 or visit Ticketbreak.com.VIP Blue $70; Red $63 (both include dinner), & White $40. All plus t & f.
“DANCE TO THE LEGENDS” Royal Canadian Legion, 490 Ontario St., 8:00 PM-12:00 AM
Tributes to great 50’s-60’s legends include Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Dion, Big Bopper, Patsy Cline, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, the Everly Brothers and Neil Diamond.Elvis by Gino Monopli and Jay Zanier. Parking available! 19+ Licensed event. GA seating $35 plus t & f.
HOT ON ELVIS! The Iron Skillet, 20 Balsam St., 9:00 PM-11:00 PM
See ETA Bruce Andrew Stewart-9pm; Champion Dan Barrella-10pm. Food & beverages available for purchase. FREE
ROCKIN ON SIMCOE Festival Gardens, 32 Simcoe St., 9:00 PM-1:00 AM
Join Touch of Vinyl band & “late night” Guests, Grand Champion Robin Kelly & ETA Bryson Fuller. Food & beverages available for purchase. $10 Gate Admission
ELVIS AT MIDNIGHT
in support of Ronald McDonald House
McDonald’s Restaurant, 285 First St.,11:59 PM-1:00 AM
Listen to Grand Champion Shon Carroll perform. ETAs welcome to sing a few songs. Food & beverages available for purchase. Goodwill Donations appreciated.
saturday July 23 2016 VENDOR WALK Hurontario & Second Sts., 9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Merchandise and Food Vendors! Booths with unique items, interactive fun, and great food including “Memphis-style” BBQ. All Downtown. FREE ENTRY; Items for Purchase
TRIBUTE ARTIST CLASSIC CAR PARADE Hurontario St., 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Parade begins at Collingwood Collegiate Institute (Hurontario Street South), proceeds to Third Street, then onto Pine Street followed to First Street and ends at Hurontario Street. Register your vehicle. Set-up-8am. Cars are not permitted to stop while on route. FREE
georgian bay biomed “EXCITEMENT ON MAIN“
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Listen to Glenn Aitchison-9am; Spencer Bristow-9:30 am; Mason Cigan-10am; Norm Ackland, Jr. -10:30am; Wayne Curtis-11am; Bruce Andrew Stewart-11:30am; Zach Peddie-12pm. Enjoy a special ETA Group performance of Elvis’ Gospel Classic “How Great Thou Art” in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Elvis’ Award Winning Gospel Album-12:30pm! Brenen Katolinsky-12:40pm; Memphis Jones Trio-1pm; Thomas Wade-2pm; Dave Stewart-3pm; Eric Evangelista-3:30pm; and closing with your Host Mark Craig-4pm. FREE
*NEW IN 2016* CAR SHOW & COMPETITION
Presented by Classical 102.9FM
Hurontario St between First & Second St. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Visit our Classic Car Show! Vote for your favourite cars. FREE
ELVIS IN THE MORNING Water St Bandshell, Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mtn. Village, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Grab a coffee, enjoy ETA Dave Stewart in the Village! FREE
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VENDOR WALK MERCHANTS - Goodview Fashion - C & O Arts - Northern Ontario Distributors - Betty Lou's Country Crafts - Linda Laforge Caricatures - Passionate Art - El Tambache - D & D Meats - Wasaga Beach Rotary - TaLii Towels - One Up International - She's Got Leggs - Leather Treaty - Sprucewood Handmade Cookie Co. - The Spooners - Toronto Star - Mr Bamboo Plus - Kathleen Baggio (Sunglasses) - GlobalVU/XPLORNET - Golden Valley - Korporate Images - Blue Mountain Music - Play It Again Sports - Dr. Oetker - Canadian Dairy Farmers Association - Ontario Tire Stewardship - Golf Association of Ontario - Wine Country Ontario - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - Experience Collingwood - Timeshare Exit Team - Telus - Accessibility Directorate of Ontario
First Aid Station Eddie Bush Arena 'Showcase Stage' Festival Information Booth Official Festival Merchandise 11 Box Office 12 Gayety Theatre 'Discovery Stage' 7 8 9 10
2016 EVENT SCHEDULE
saturday July 23 2016 SEMI-FINAL ROUND OF COMPETITION Eddie Bush Memorial Arena, 97 Hurontario St 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
Top 40 adult competitors are judged for a shot at the Grand Finals. Doors: 10am. Family friendly. RSV seating $10 to $25 plus t & f
**NEW IN 2016** THE STORYTELLER SERIES
presented by bayshore broadcasting
Simcoe St Theatre, 65 Simcoe St., 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Hour sessions include an ETA, a storyteller and Meet & Greet. 12pm-THE OTHER SIDE with Champions, Roy LeBlanc (Johnny Cash), Doug McKenzie (Roy Orbison) & Brent Freeman (Buddy Holly). These ETAs found their “Alter Ego” through Elvis. 1pm-SUN’S SHINING SONS Host: Memphis Jones & ETAs Corny Rempel & Zach Peddie. Tales of Sun Studios historic Million Dollar Quartet. 2pm-THE ELVIS INFLUENCE VIP Legend Jimmy Velvet & ETA Darren Evorglens. Stories about Elvis’ influence in music from a Legendary performer! 3pm-THE ROAD TO MEMPHIS CONTINUES with Ultimate Finalist Gordon Hendrick. Hear his journey to becoming an Ultimate Finalist. GA seating $10 plus t & f per session.
TRIBUTE ARTIST FAMILY VENUE TOUR Various venues - 12:00 PM-6:00 PM
Watch ETAs perform at Royal Canadian Legion, Moguls, Huron Club, Blue Mountain Village, Cranberry Resort (Station on the Green)! EggSmart Collingwood Eatery is the Official Youth venue. Food & beverages available for purchase. FREE
ELVIS DINES HERE! Santini’s Ristorante, 61 Hurontario St. 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Italian lunch & wonderful Elvis songs performed by returning 2015 Grand Champion, Bruno Nesci. Reservations are required. Call Santini’s Ristorante 705-443-8383 or online at www.santinis.ca Set menu. $48 per person
ELVIS: AS IF IT WAS YESTERDAY Olde Town Terrace, Central Park under the “Big Tent”, Hume St. next to the Water Tower 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Hear Elvis’ Tour Manager, Charles Stone & music by Champions Kraig Parker, Anthony Von and Matt Cage. DOORS: 12:30pm. $25 with Lunch $18 Show only Both plus t&f
ROCK THE CLOCK CHAMPIONS Moguls Bar & Grill, 32 Simcoe St. 1:30 PM-7:00 PM
Listen to Elvis Champions “inside”. ETA John Cigan-1:30pm; ETA Sam Calleri-3pm; Champion Joey Cundari-4:30pm & Champion Brenen Katolinsky-6pm. FREE
ELVIS AT “THE PIE” The Pie, 499 First St 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Enjoy Elvis songs by Champion Norm Ackland, Jr. Food & beverages on site for purchase. FREE
GINO MONOPOLI’S ELVIS TRIBUTE SHOW Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Hear Elvis hits by Grand Champions Gino Monopoli, & Tim “E” with Rudy & the Angels show band. Doors: 1:30pm. Air-conditioned venue. RSV seating $30 plus t & f
HOT ON ELVIS! The Iron Skillet, 20 Balsam St., 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Champion John Cigan and Mason Cigan - 2pm; Grand Champion Matt Cage 3pm. Food & beverages available for purchase. FREE
ELVIS DINES HERE! Santini’s Ristorante, 61 Hurontario St. 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Italian dinner & wonderful Elvis songs performed by returning European Champion, Oliver Steinhoff. Reservations are required. Call Santini’s Ristorante 705-443-8383 or online at www.santinis.ca Set menu. $48 per person
95.1 PEAK FM “MEMORY LANE STREET DANCE”
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St .@ Second St., 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
The Memory Lane street dance with Touch of Vinyl band, great 50’s/60’s music. A true street dance! FREE
**NEW IN 2016** TWO OF US! Leisure Time Centre, 100 Minnesota St. 8:00 PM-11:00 PM
Two multi-award winning Grand Champions Jay Zanier & Anthony Von, perform Elvis’ best. Featuring Rudy & the Angels showband. Doors: 7pm. 19+ GA seating $35 plus t & f
“RIP IT UP” CAFÉ The Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 8:00 PM-10:30 PM
Come “rip it up” with ETA Sylvain Leduc from Quebec-8pm & returning Grand Champion James Gibb-9:30pm. FREE
LIVE & ORIGINAL FINALS
presented by Sidelaunch Brewery
Gayety Theatre, 161 Hurontario St., 8:00 PM-11:00 PM
Eight finalists battle for the win! Doors: 7pm. 19+ Licensed event. NOTE: ThIs is not an Elvis event. GA seating $10 plus t & f
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2016 EVENT SCHEDULE ELVIS: TIMELESS OUR SIGNATURE SHOW! Eddie Bush Memorial Arena, 97 Hurontario St. 8:00 PM-11:00 PM
sunday
July 24 2016
Featuring 2015 Grand Champions Austin Irby & Bruno Nesci, Ultimate Champions David Lee, Cody Ray Slaughter & Bill Cherry! Featuring our fabulous house band! A show not to be missed! Doors: 7pm. Food and beverages available for purchase. Family friendly. RSV seating $30 - $60 plus t & f
VENDOR WALK Hurontario & Second Sts., 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
**NEW TIME** MUSIC AT THE MOUNTAIN Blue Mountain Village Stage, Jozo Weider Blvd. 8:00 PM-11:00 PM
*NEW OUTDOOR LOCATION* SUNRISE GOSPEL WORSHIP SERVICE
A great evening of entertainment featuring Gerie & the Koasters with Tributes to Jerry Lee Lewis, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Big Bopper, Whitney Houston, Patsy Cline & Elvis. ETA Grand Champions Gino Monopoli & Gordon Hendricks perform with Host: Victor J Hanson. Food and beverages available for purchase. FREE
**NEW LOCATION** BEST OF THE FEST Olde Town Terrace, Central Park, Hume St. next to the Water Tower 8:00 PM-12:00 AM
Under the “big top tent” with Ultimate Champion Jay Dupuis, Ultimate Finalist Ryan Pelton, & Grand Champion & Ultimate Finalist from the UK, Pete Storm. Live band. Host: Grand Champion Roy LeBlanc performs as Johnny Cash. Doors: 5pm. Dinner: 6pm. Show: 8pm. Parking available on site! Call for tickets 705-445-6950 or visit Ticketbreak.com. VIP Blue $70; Red $63 (both include dinner), & White $40. All plus t & f.
LIVE AT THE LEGION “A CHAMPION’S SHOWCASE” Royal Canadian Legion, 490 Ontario St. 8:00 PM-12:00 AM
Four incredible Champions! European Champion Oliver Steinhoff, Tim E, Richard Wolfe and John Cigan! Host: Darren Evorglens. Live performers, music tracks! Doors: 7pm. 19+. Licensed event. GA seating $30 plus t & f
ROCKIN ON SIMCOE Festival Gardens, 32 Simcoe St., 8:00 PM-1:00 AM
Listen to Grand Champion Bruno Nesci, Champion Joey Cundari & the Dreamers Showband. Food & Beverages available for purchase. $10 at Gate
Merchandise and Food Vendors! Booths with unique items, interactive fun, and great food including “Memphis-style” BBQ. All Downtown. FREE ENTRY; Items for Purchase
presented by Living Water Resort & Spa and Cranberry Golf Resort
Hurontario St. @ Second St., 9:00 AM-10:30 am (Weather Permitting), Eddie Bush Arena; 9:00am-10:00am (Rain Venue)
Bring your lawn chair, sunscreen & good spirit! Featuring your host, Pat Lucknow and ETAs with The Tonettes! Elvis Gospel music! This is a Non-Denominational Service. Freewill offering appreciated.
BREAKFAST WITH THE KING The Huron Club, 94 Pine St., 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
A wonderful breakfast & Elvis gospel favourites performed by Champion Doug McKenzie, Grand Champion Jay Zanier & 2015 Gospel Champion Corny Rempel. Doors: 8:30am. GA seating $32 plus t & f
**NEW IN 2016** HEAVENLY SOUNDS GOSPEL BRUNCH The Bear Estate at Living Water Resort, 300 Balsam St., 9:15 AM-11:30 AM
Gospel music & a hearty breakfast! With Champions Marcus Wells, John Cigan, James Gibb, Norm Ackland, Jr. with Mason Cigan. Doors: 8:30am. GA seating $29.62 plus t & f
**NEW LOCATION** “SPIRIT OF THE KING” 7TH ANNUAL GOSPEL BRUNCH Old Town Terrace, Central Park, Hume St. by the Water Tower, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Listen to the gospel sounds of Champions Roy LeBlanc, Matt Cage, Anthony Von, Pete Storm & Kraig Parker with a great brunch. Doors: 9am. GA seating $30 plus t & f
*NEW IN 2016* CAR SHOW & COMPETITION
HOT ON ELVIS!
presented by classical 102.9 fm
See Champion Norm Ackland, Jr. Food & beverages available for purchase. FREE
Visit our Classic Car Show! Vote for your favourite cars. FREE
The Iron Skillet, 20 Balsam St., 9:00 PM-10:00 PM
Hurontario St. between First & Second St. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
GOSPEL MOUNTAIN MORNING Blue Mountain Village Stage, Jozo Weider Blvd. 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Sit back in this picturesque setting & listen to Elvis gospel music by Grand Champion Tim E & European Champion Oliver Steinhoff. FREE
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2016 EVENT SCHEDULE
sunday July 24 2016 “ELVIS AT THE MOVIES” Moguls Bar & Grill, 32 Simcoe St. 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Competitors perform Elvis movie songs while the audience judges. Champion Joey Cundari performs. Host: ETA Debbie Knight. Food and beverages available for purchase. FREE
OLG “Canadian Star Challenge” Hurontario St. @ Second St., 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
The audience is the judging panel! ETAs perform to vie for a great prize package. 2015 Canadian Star winner, Brent Freeman opens the show! Hosted by Grand Champion Shon Carroll. FREE
**NEW TIME** INSPIRATIONAL ELVIS GOSPEL COMPETITION Eddie Bush Memorial Arena, 97 Hurontario St 12:00 PM-2:00 PM
“Invitation Only” competitors include John & Mason Cigan, Gordon Baird, Doug McKenzie, Matt Cage, Bruno Nesci, Zach Peddie, Gordie McNeil, Keith Lewis, Wayne Curtis, Robert Pooran & Gerson Santos. Host: 2015 Inspirational Champion, Corny Rempel! Doors: 11am. Food and beverages available for purchase. Family Friendly. RSV seating $20 - $50 plus t & f
**NEW IN 2016** THE STORYTELLER SERIES (STORYTELLER STAGE) Simcoe St Theatre, 65 Simcoe St. 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Hour sessions include an ETA, , a storyteller and Meet & Greet. 12pm-ELVIS: THE NEW GENERATION with Natasha Mrkovich & Youth ETAs, Connor Russo & Benjamin Dalske. Hear how Youth embraced Elvis in their lives. 1:30pm-THE REAL DEAL with Charles Stone (Elvis’ Tour Manager), ETA Champion Kraig Parker & a Guest Panel who have experienced Elvis live in concert, including Radio Personality & Emcee Wendy King; First ETA Norm Ackland, Sr.; and Professional Photographer Michael Hall. Elvis friends & fans share stories! Audience input welcome! Chat with your “Elvis” festival family. 3PM - ELVIS: AROUND THE GLOBE with Pete Storm (United Kingdom), Drake Milligan (USA) and Oliver Steinhoff (Germany). Come enjoy three Champion ETAs from around the world! GA seating $10 plus t & f per session
ELVIS DINES HERE! Santini’s Ristorante, 61 Hurontario St. 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Italian lunch & wonderful Elvis songs performed by Grand Champion, James Gibb. Reservations are required. Call Santini’s Ristorante 705-443-8383 or online at www.santinis. ca Set menu. $48 per person
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A ROY L. TRIBUTE Blue Mountain Village Stage, Jozo Weider Blvd. 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Listen to your favourite music performed by Grand Champion Roy LeBlanc and his band. FREE
** NEW IN 2016** SUNDAY’S BEST! Olde Town Terrace, Central Park, Hume St. next to the Water Tower, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM
Experience the sounds of Grand Champions Robin Kelly & Tim E with special guest performance by former ETA, Will Chalmers, as Neil Diamond. Doors: 1pm Food & beverages available for purchase. GA seating $10 admission
**NEW TIME** THE GRAND FINALS Eddie Bush Memorial Arena, 97 Hurontario St., 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Final round of judging when 2016 Grand Champions & our Memphis “Ultimate” Representative are chosen. Hosts Grand Champion Roy LeBlanc & VIP Guest/Emcee Memphis Jones, with our fabulous houseband with special guest appearance by UK Grand Champion, Gordon Hendricks. Doors: 3pm. Family friendly. Food & beverages available for purchase. RSV seating $30-$70 plus t & f
** NEW LOCATION** “OFFICIAL” LAST HURRAH PARTY Old Towne Terrace, Central Park, Hume St. by the Water Tower, 8:00 PM-1:00 AM
ETAs sing your favorites. Live Band. Hosts: Pete Storm & Roy LeBlanc. All registered ETAs welcome. A final party! Doors: 7pm. Light buffet included. Age of Majority event. GA seating $20 plus t & f
monday
July 25 2016 **NEW IN 2016** CHAMPION’S FAREWELL BREAKFAST The Bear Estate at Living Water Resort, 300 Balsam St., 10:30 AM-1:00 PM
Chat & listen as Champions & guests perform! Breakfast with all the trimmings. Parking on-site. GA seating $29.62 plus t & f
t & f = Tax & Fees GA = General Admission E & O.E. RSV = Reserved Seating No Outside food or beverages may be brought into any Festival venue please.
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2016 venue SCHEDULE Family Tours
saturday July 23 2016 Huron Club
12-3 pm 3-6 Pm 12 Noon 1:00 Pm 2:00 Pm 3:00 Pm 4:00 Pm 5:00 Pm
Host: Shon Carroll Host: Bruce A. Stewart Eric Evangelista Davey Kratz Gordie McNeil Ed Butski Brent Freeman Lorensz Francke
Moguls Bar & Grill
12-3 pm 3-6 Pm 12 Noon 1:00 Pm 2:00 Pm 3:00 Pm 4:00 Pm 5:00 Pm
Host: Robert Pooran Host: James Gibb Darren Evorglens Fab Giacomelli Deborah Knight Sylvain Leduc Philippe Oghia Raymond Clyke
Royal Canadian Legion
Blue Mountain Village
Eggsmart Collingwood Eatery
Cranberry Resort (At Station On The Green)
12-3Pm 3-6 Pm 12 Noon 1:00 Pm 2:00 Pm 3:00 Pm 4:00 Pm 5:00 Pm
Host: Joey Cundari Host: Doug McKenzie Rick Duin Dave Collinson Billy Cruise Zach Peddie Berry Chumbley Bruno Nesci
12-3 pm 3-6 Pm 12:00-12:30 pm 12:30-12:50 pm 12:50-1:00 pm 1:00-1:10 pm 1:30-2:00 pm 2:00-2:20 pm 2:20-2:50 pm 2:50-3:00 pm 3:00-3:30 pm 3:30-4:00 pm 4:00-4:30 pm 4:30-4:50 pm 4:50-5:20 pm 5:10-5:40 pm 5:40-6:00 pm
Host: Bill Gallant Host: Spencer Bristow Bill Gallant Jason Kasnicki Katie Gallant Jesse Gallant Benjamin Dalske Dylan Patterson Connor Russo Bill Gallant Spencer Bristow Aaron Gallant Jacob Lajeunesse Connor Russo Jaedyn Pilon Rowan McLellan Spencer Bristow
12-3 pm 3-6 Pm 12 Noon 1:00 Pm 2:00 Pm 3:00 Pm 4:00 Pm 5:00 Pm
12-3 pm 3-6 Pm 12 Noon 1:00 Pm 2:00 Pm 3:00 Pm 4:00 Pm 5:00 Pm
Host: Robin Kelly Host: Sam Calleri Spencer Bristow Bruce Herron J.R. Grimmett Jim Robinson Larry Tschekalin Jack Berger
Host: Jay Zanier Host: Frank Cross Mike Calamusa Gordon Baird Frankie D Paul Calleri Paul Truman Norm Ackland, Jr.
Charity Lounges
thursday July 21 2016
Huron Club 94 Pine Street
Northwinds Brewhouse & Eatery 499 First Street
In Support Of: Georgian Hospice
In Support Of: Georgian Triangle Humane Society 3:00-6:00 pm 3:00-3:20 pm 3:20-3:40 pm 3:40-4:00 pm 4:00-4:20 pm 4:20-4:40 pm 4:40-5:00 pm 5:00-5:20 pm 5:20-5:40 pm 5:40-6:00 pm
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friday
July 22 2016
Host: Dan Barrella Dan Barrella Len Mizzoni Shon Carroll Deborah Knight Wayne Curtis Frank Greenwood Darren Evorglens Davey Kratz Matt Cage
3:00-6:00 pm 3:00-3:20 pm 3:20-3:40 pm 3:40-4:00 pm 4:00-4:20 pm 4:20-4:40 pm 4:40-5:00 pm 5:00-5:20 pm 5:20-5:40 pm 5:40-6:00 pm 8:00-8:20 pm 8:20-8:40 pm 8:40-9:00 pm 9:00-9:20 pm 9:20-9:40 pm 9:40-10:00 pm 10:00-10:20 pm 10:20-10:40 pm 10:40-11:00 pm
Host: Doug McKenzie Doug McKenzie Norm Ackland, Jr. Pete Doiron Dave Collinson Glenn Aitchison Ed Butski Bruno Nesci Norm Meloun Mason Cigan Sylvain Leduc Jim Cameron Keith Lewis Mark Craig Gerson Santos Sam Calleri Gordie Mcneil Lorensz Francke James Gibb
Crystal Buffet 100 Mountain Rd
In Support Of: Big Brothers/Big Sisters 4:00-7:00 pm 4:00-4:20 pm 4:20-4:40 pm 4:40-5:00 pm 5:00-5:20 pm 5:20-5:40 pm 5:40-6:00 pm 6:00-6:20 pm 6:20-6:40 pm 6:40-7:00 pm
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Host: Robert Frank Robert Frank Elizabeth Muzak William Young Fab Giacomelli J.R. Grimmett Frank Dirienzo Gordon Baird Robert Pooran Bruce Herron
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July 20th-24th
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Pete Storm • Norm Ackland, Jr. • Bruno Nesci • Oliver Steinhoff • James Gibb
LUNCH 12:30-1.30pm 12:30-1.30pm DINNER 5.30-6.30pm 5.30-6.30pm
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