NOVEMBER 2019
GUEST
MEMPHIS, TN
GUIDE TO THE GUEST HOUSE AT GRACELAND
ROCK THE HOUSE Ameripolitan Music Awards Return to Guest House at Graceland in 2020
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Concerts, exhibits, events and
more all happening this month.
THE ELVIS TOUCH
Discover the subtle signs of Elvis in the building.
ACTIVITIES, MOVIES & ENTERTAINMENT MOVIES Movies are held nightly at 7 pm at The Guest House Theater. Movies are complimentary and subject to change due to private events. Monday “Viva Las Vegas” Tuesday “Love Me Tender” Wednesday “That’s the Way it is” Thursday “Aloha from Hawaii” Friday “68’ Special” Saturday “Elvis on Tour” Sunday “Jailhouse Rock”
OUTDOOR & BOARD GAMES Available to borrow in The Guest House Gift Shop with a valid photo I.D. • Bean Bag Toss • Monopoly • Operation • Table Shuffleboard • Scrabble • Jenga • Ping Pong • Sorry • Connect 4 • Foosball
BUSINESS & PLEASURE Enjoy special activities at The Guest House at Graceland. Live Music 7 Nights a Week Lobby Lounge, 7 pm – 10 pm
Fitness Center (1st Floor) 24 Hours Business Center (1st Floor) 24 Hours
Enjoy a complimentary Peanut Butter & Jelly Station nightly 10pm - 11pm until supplies last!
NOVEMBER Nov. 1-4 - Memphis Indie Film Festival Nov. 2 - Book Lover's Day Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day Nov 21 - Christmas Lighting Ceremony at Graceland Nov 21 - Premiere of the Hallmark Channel movie Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays Nov. 21 - Jan 11, 2020 - Christmas at Graceland Nov 28 - Thanksgiving Nov 29 - Black Friday
DRINKS & DINING DELTA’S KITCHEN
E.P.’S BAR & GRILL
SHAKE RATTLE & GO
Saturday – Sunday 6:30 am – 12:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 11 am – Midnight
LOBBY LOUNGE
Dinner, nightly: 5 pm – 9 pm
ROOM SERVICE
Breakfast Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 11:00 am
Photo by @_one901
Lunch and Dinner Sunday – Thursday 11 am – 11 pm
6 am – 6 pm daily Serving light breakfast options, sandwiches, Starbucks Coffee
4pm – 11 pm, Mon - Thurs 12 noon – 12 am, Fri, Sat, Sun
6:30 am – 11 pm daily
Thanksgiving TRADITIONAL BUFFET FEAST NOVEMBER 28, 2019 SEATING TIMES: NOON AND 3PM Celebrate with friends and family and enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Day Feast with all the favorite trimmings. Adults: $38.95, Children 5-12 yrs old: $14.95. Tax and gratuity are additional. Includes parking, soft drinks, tea & coffee Alcoholic beverages sold separately For reservations, please call:
901.443.3000
AMERIPOLITAN MUSIC AWARDS 2020 Music Awards Return to Guest House at Graceland Public Event Will Rock the House February 24, 2020
Each year, the Ameripolitan Music Awards celebrates the best of western swing, outlaw country, honky-tonk and rockabilly music. And for the fourth year in a row, the industry event returns to the Guest House at Graceland. With more than 22,000 square feet of meeting and event space, The Guest House at Graceland, is the ideal destination for top-notch celebrations. The AAA Four Diamond 450-room resort, a reflection of Elvis’ personal style, with designs inspired by Graceland Mansion, offers 20 stylish, specialty-themed suites, two restaurants, two bars, a swimming pool, fitness center and more. The Ameripolitan festivities kick off on February 21 with four full days of parties, music and events held at a variety of venues in Memphis. The Ameripolitan Awards show is set for February 24, 2020 at the Guest House Theater, a stateof-the-art space with a stage and sound booth that seats 464 people. The event will be hosted by Ameripolitan founder Dale Watson. The awards show is open to the public and tickets can be purchased at Ameripolitan.com. The Ameripolitan Music Awards celebrates artists “whose music honors tradition while demonstrating exceptional originality, creativity, and musicianship.” Held at The Guest House at Graceland since 2017, The 7th Annual Ameripolitan Music Awards recognize the best in Honky Tonk, Rockabilly, and Western Swing. As part of the evening’s festivities, Duane Eddy, a prolific American guitarist who has sold over 12 million records and is a Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and Musicians Hall of Fame inductee will receive the Master Award and J.M. Van Eaton, one of the top rock ‘n’ roll drummers in the 1950s will receive the Founder of the Sound Award. Purchase tickets to the awards show at www.ameripolitan.com
The Holiday Season is Here
CELEBRATE IN
STYLE From holiday parties to family feasts, you can celebrate in style. Contact us for early booking offers: 901-473-6025
The Elvis Touch The Guest House at Graceland is uniquely Elvis. The hotel is full of designs and décor that came directly from Elvis and Graceland. Everywhere you look, you see something that reminds you of Elvis.
The Lobby Ceiling Elvis’ jumpsuits are a part of what makes the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll so iconic. His incredible outfits raised the bar for all performers. The Guest House at Graceland lobby ceiling was designed to match the crystal design on a cape Elvis wore on stage. The Color of Royalty Elvis loved purple. A pretty purple hue accents many areas of The Guest House at Graceland, from the lobby furniture to carpet designs. The Staircase While the staircase at Graceland is off-limits, the one at the hotel is there for your photo-taking pleasure! The chandelier is made by the same company that made the one at Graceland. Shake, Rattle & Go One of the dining options at The Guest House at Graceland is Shake, Rattle & Go. The name is a reference to Elvis' hit "Shake, Rattle & Roll," and the Shake, Rattle & Go sign is similar to the gold clock in the Graceland living room. TCB Elvis’ personal motto design – TCB with the lightning bolt – is iconic. The designers of The Guest House at Graceland “took care of business” and included the lightning bolt design in these beautiful light fixtures in the Founders lounge. Peacocks The stained glass peacocks in Graceland’s living room are a fan favorite. If you’re in The Guest House at Graceland’s Founders lounge, you’ll see a peacock pattern on the carpeting. The Founders room also features Jungle Room-styled features, like green drapery, a nod to the Jungle Room’s green shag carpet. Elvis Lights the Way Check out the "EP" on these light fixtures... wonder whose initials are EP? And that's not all. One of the restaurants, Delta’s Kitchen, is named after one of Elvis’ aunts; the theater is blue to pay homage to “Blue Suede Shoes,” and much more.
EXPERIENCE GRACELAND Tickets to all Graceland attractions are available at Graceland.com, by calling 800-238-2000, or by visiting Graceland or the gift shop at the Guest House at Graceland during regular hours of operations. Graceland Hours of Operation Monday – Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm Graceland Mansion Take an unforgettable journey through the most famous rock ‘n’ roll residence in the world. Explore the personal side of Elvis Presley with an interactive iPad tour of Graceland Mansion, featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his daughter, Lisa Marie. The tour of Graceland Mansion includes the living room, his parents’ bedroom, the kitchen, TV room, pool room, the famous Jungle Room, his father’s office, the Trophy Building, the Racquetball Building, and Meditation Garden. Elvis Presley's Memphis Entertainment Complex Experience Elvis’ life and career like never-before at Elvis Presley’s Memphis which features more than 10 exhibits and attractions. Walk among some of Elvis’ favorite automobiles, including his iconic Pink Cadillac, at the Presley Motors Automobile Museum exhibit, immerse yourself in Elvis’ incredible career at the Elvis: The Entertainer Career Museum, and enjoy themed discovery spaces showcasing Elvis’ influences, important facets of his life, and his role in launching a music and pop culture revolution. Graceland Exhibition Center Steps away from the Elvis Presley’s Memphis complex, the all-new Graceland Exhibition Center is home to an everchanging lineup of exploration showcases to delight visitors of all ages. Current exhibitions include Journey to Space and Expedition: Dinosaur. The Exhibition Center also features two new dining options: The TCB Food Hall, which features everything from barbecue to burgers to burritos, and the Jungle Room Bar, a full-service bar inspired by Elvis’ Jungle Room in the Graceland Mansion. Graceland Excursions Day Trips to Tupelo Graceland offers expertly-guided luxury motorcoach tours to Elvis’ Birthplace – Tupelo, Mississippi – every Friday, where you can learn about his humble beginnings. All tours are guided by a Graceland tour guide who takes you on this fun musical journey!
CONCERTS & SPECIAL EVENTS Enjoy live concerts at the Soundstage at Graceland, specialty-themed weekends, annual Elvis celebrations, and much more. There is more to see, hear, taste and explore than ever before at Elvis Presley’s Graceland! Graceland Holiday Lighting Ceremony November 21, 2019 The holiday lights at Graceland come alive as part of our annual lighting ceremony featuring live music and special guests, followed by the world premiere screening of Hallmark Channels Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays (Graceland Soundstage). Graceland Holiday Concert Weekend December 13-14, 2019 A special holiday celebration at Graceland with a weekend of concerts and magical Graceland tours. Elvis’ 85th Birthday Celebration January 8-11, 2020 Join Priscilla Presley and Jerry Schilling at Graceland in Memphis this January to celebrate Elvis’ 85th birthday. This four-day celebration will include concert events, special tours, panel discussions and more. On January 8, our annual Elvis Birthday Proclamation on the front lawn of Graceland will kick off the celebration with an unveiling of a special 85th Birthday cake and special guests. More details at Graceland.com General Hospital Weekend January 17-19, 2020 Enjoy a 3-day weekend packed full of “General Hospital” stars, parties, panels, shows, dinners, autographs, photo ops, and more! Elegant Southern Style Weekend March 13-15, 2020 Hosted by Priscilla Presley This truly unique event will celebrate the food, fashion, architecture, design and culture of one of the most popular regions in all the world: The American South. Prepare for a fun-filled weekend of informative and inspirational seminars featuring top experts, lively, one-of-a-kind parties and events, experiential hands-on workshops, delicious food and more - all at one of the most elegant and iconic destinations in the world: Graceland.
November 1, Fri
Justin Hayward
November 2, Sat
Melissa Etheridge
November 10, Sun
World of Dance
November 15, Fri
Elvis Costello & The Imposters
November 16, Sat
Commissioned
ANNUAL EVENTS Memphis is home to incredible events all year-round. Below are some of our favorite events. Items in bold are at Graceland or the resort. For more events, follow us on social media @GuestHouseGraceland.
JANUARY Elvis Presley’s 85th Birthday Celebration - Graceland - Jan. 8-11, 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Ceremony - Memphis
FEBRUARY Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Weekend - Graceland - Feb. 28-29, 2020 Bluff City Polar Bear Plunge - Memphis Ameripolitan Music Awards - Feb. 24, 2020
MARCH Scout's Rock at Graceland - Graceland - March 28, 2020 Vintage 901 Spring Wine & Food Festival - Memphis Elegant Southern Style Weekend Hosted by Priscilla Presley: March 13-15
APRIL Easter Brunch at Guest House at Graceland Memphis Redbirds AAA Baseball Begins - Memphis Southern Hot Wing Festival - Memphis Beale Street Wine Race - Memphis
MAY Mother's Day Brunch at Guest House at Graceland Memphis in May Festival - Memphis Beale Street Music Festival - Memphis Great American River Run - Memphis World Championship BBQ Cooking Contest - Memphis Blues Music Awards - Blues Foundation
JUNE
NASCAR at Memphis International Raceway Craft Food & Wine Festival at The Columns Mid-South International Festival
JULY
All-American July 4th Celebration Performing Arts Camp - Graceland St. Jude Golf Classic - Memphis
AUGUST
Elvis Week! Elvis Run - Graceland
SEPTEMBER
Memphis Music & Heritage Festival Memphis International Film Festival Elegant Southern Style Weekend Hosted by Priscilla Presley: Sept 4-6
OCTOBER
Memphis Food & Wine Festival - Memphis
NOVEMBER
Lighting Ceremony - Graceland - Nov. 21, 2019 Thanksgiving Feast at Guest House at Graceland Indie Memphis Film Festival National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Awards
DECEMBER
Graceland Holiday Concert Weekend - Graceland - Dec. 13-14, 2019 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner at Guest House at Graceland New Year's Eve Bash at Guest House at Graceland - details on Facebook events St. Jude Marathon - Memphis Liberty Bowl - Dec. 31, 2019
SHUTTLES & SHOP TIMES AIRPORT SHUTTLE
6 am – 11 pm (Runs every 30 minutes)
BEALE ST. SHUTTLE
Sunday – Thursday $5 each way 6 pm – 10 pm Friday – Saturday $5 each way 6 pm – 11 pm
GRACELAND SHUTTLE 8:30 am – 6 pm (Runs every 30 minutes)
GUEST HOUSE GIFT SHOP 7 am – 10 pm (Purchase gifts, buy tickets, borrow outdoor sports equipment)
FITNESS CENTER 24 hours