Collingwood Elvis Festival 2009 Schedule

Thursday, July 23

SPEND AN EVENING WITH ELVIS - GAYETY THEATRE
Kick off the Festival with two performances by some of the industry’s best Tribute Artists.
$15 Reserved Seating per Show. Two great shows. See Roy LeBlanc, Lance Dobinson, Ben Klein, and Paul Ross at 7:00 p.m. and later see Darrin Hagel, Robin Kelly, Glenn Aitchison and Australian Champion Dean Vegas at 9:30 p.m. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.

THE FIRST HURRAH KARAOKE PUB CRAWL - VARIOUS VENUES

Tribute Artists visit official venues and perform. Free Admission.
Venues on the tour include Pizza Hut (275 First St.) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm; Millenium Park (1 Heritage Drive) 7 pm to 8 pm; MountainView (1 Huron Street) 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm; Olde Town Terrace (219 Hurontario St.) 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm; ending at Mogul's Bar & Grill (32 Simcoe St.) 11:00 pm to 12:30 am. Come out and enjoy some fun with us!

R.O.X. ROCKIN DINER – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with great entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. Relax and enjoy a waterside BBQ on Thursday evening! No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area.
See live entertainment featuring Wayne Buttery at 8 p.m.
$ Varies 5:00PM – 12:30AM

KID’S FEST – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with inflatables, kids activities, a Toddler zone,
entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. $ Nominal Admission at Gate
5:00PM – 8:00PM


Friday, July 24

KID’S FEST – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with inflatables, kids activities, a Toddler zone, entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. Come listen to our Youth Elvis Tribute Artists perform from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$ Nominal Admission at Gate
9:00AM – 8:00PM

R.O.X. ROCKIN DINER – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with great entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. Come out and relax while enjoying a waterside BBQ!
No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. Great live entertainment featuring 4:00 p.m. with Anthony Von, 5:00 p.m. with Robin Kelly and 6:30 p.m. with Dwight Icenhower followed by Wayne Buttery beginning at 8 p.m.$ Varies 9:00AM – 12:30AM

MIDWAY – STE. MARIE STREET AT ONTARIO STREET
Take in the sights, the sounds and the excitement of carnival games, rides and concessions. Fun for everyone!
$ Varies10:00AM - 11:00PM

VENDOR ALLEY - PINE ST. LOT & SECOND ST.
Browse among our many Merchandise vendors & Sponsor booths. Find a few new treasures to add to your Elvis memorabilia collection. Also featuring a variety of food vendors offering hot and cold favorites. There is something to please every palette and collector.Limited Seating is available in the Food Court area.
$ Varies12:00 NOON – 11:00PM

AWESOME STREET PARTY & TRIBUTE ARTIST SHOWCASE - HURONTARIO STREET BETWEEN SECOND & THIRD ST.

Tribute Artists perform for the crowd. Free Admission to all. Family Friendly Event. No Alcohol permitted. One of our most popular events. Come meet old friends or make new ones. The Social event of the weekend! Please note NEW end time of 10:00 p.m. Bring lawn chairs & enjoy non-stop entertainment.
$ Free 1:00PM—10:00PM

THE HOME DEPOT – PARKING LOT – HIGH STREET @ THIRD ST. – “ONE NIGHT ONLY”
The Home Depot presents Elvis Tribute Artists as they perform in support of local charity “My Friend’s House”. Come out to enjoy some great entertainment while helping to raise funds for a worthy cause. Donations graciously accepted. With your Host 2007 Non-Professional Grand Champion Doug McKenzie.
$ FREE 4:00PM – 8:00PM

FESTIVAL BEER GARDENS - ARENA PARKING LOT - STE. MARIE STREET
Tribute Artists will perform for the crowd. No Pets please.Cash Bar on-site. No food or beverages are permitted to be brought into location. Food and beverages are available for sale on site.
$5.00 admission at the Gate. Admission subject to capacity. Re-entry not guaranteed.
4:00PM – 6:00PM -Family Friendly event with Parental Supervision
6:00PM - 1:00AM -Age of Majority event with Wristband policy in effect.

GAYETY THEATRE - 161 HURONTARIO ST.
ELIMINATION ROUND OF COMPETITION

First round of judging. All Divisions will compete. Air-conditioned soft seat theatre. Limited to 360 seats. Tickets available on our website. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.
$8 Reserved Seating. 5:00PM – COMPLETION

ELVIS: RELIVING THE MAGIC - CURLING CLUB - 250 HUME ST. “ONE NIGHT ONLY!”

Starring crowd favourite Stephen Kabakos in a wonderful tribute to Elvis and his music.Please note that the dance floor has been relocated to the back of the Venue!
$45 Reserved Table Seating. Cash Bar on site. Age of Majority event with Wristband policy in effect. Tickets available on Festival website. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.8:00PM - 11:30PM

BEST OF THE FEST – OLDE TOWN TERRACE – 219 HURONTARIO ST.

Starring Donny Edwards LIVE from Las Vegas, with Special Guests Pete Paquette, Lance Dobinson and Thane Dunn as they salute the many eras of Elvis Presley. Featuring Rudy Salerno & the Angels and hosted by Brian Roman. Dinner Menu Available. Tickets available on Festival website & at Olde Town Terrace.
$35 General Admission Seating.
7:00PM – 1:00 AM


Saturday, July 25

RISE & SHINE PANCAKE BREAKFAST - FOOD COURT ON SECOND STREET
Hosted by and benefiting a local Charity. Enjoy pancakes and sausage while supporting a great cause. 7:30AM—11:00AM

VENDOR ALLEY - PINE ST. LOT & SECOND ST.
Browse among our many Merchandise vendors & Sponsor booths. Find a few new treasures to add to your Elvis memorabilia collection. $ Varies9:00AM – 10:00PM

TRIBUTE ARTIST CLASSIC CAR PARADE - HURONTARIO STREET
Running north from Cameron Street (at Collingwood Collegiate Institute) to First Street. See Parade Route map on Website.
$ Free9:00AM - 11:00AM

KID’S FEST – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with inflatables, kids activities, a Toddler zone, entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area.$ Nominal Admission fee at Gate
9:00AM – 4:00PM

R.O.X. ROCKIN DINER – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy
a Family Themed Event Park with great entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. Come experience the nostalgia of an authentic Coke float!No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area.
$ Varies 9:00AM – 4:00PM

MIDWAY – STE. MARIE STREET AT ONTARIO STREET
Take in the sights, the sounds and the excitement of carnival games, rides and concessions. Fun for everyone!
$ Varies10:00AM - 11:00PM

STARSHINE SERIES - GAYETY THEATRE - 161 HURONTARIO ST.
See your favourite Tribute Artists in a 60 minute rotating showcase for only $8.00 per person per show. Tickets are available on our website to all shows. “Great Entertainment at Great Value”Air Conditioned soft seat theatre. Family friendly event - No alcohol. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside. Saturday Showcases include: 11:30am starring Thane Dunn & Chris Ayotte (2007); 1:00pm starring Bruce Stewart & Marcus Wells (2004); 2:30pm starring Bruce Herron & John Cigan (2008); 4:00pm starring Garyelvis Britt & Darrin Hagel (2002). Limited to 360 seats.$ 8 Reserved seating.11:30AM – 4:00PM

QUALIFYING ROUND OF COMPETITION - FESTIVAL GARDENS - ARENA PARKING LOT @ STE. MARIE ST.
Second round of judging for all Adult divisions. Admission subject to capacity. Re-entry not guaranteed. No Pets please. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area.
$5.00 at gate. 11:00AM—6:00PM

TRIBUTE ARTIST OFFICIAL FAMILY VENUE TOUR - VARIOUS SUPPORTING VENUES
Visit local bars and restaurants for live entertainment by your favourite Tribute Artists. Free Admission to all Family Venues on Saturday afternoon.
Venues include Moguls Sports Bar & Grill, Royal Canadian Legion, MountainView (hosted by Collingwood Progress Club), Village at Blue Mountain, Georgian Manor Resort, the Olde Town Terrace, Cranberry Resort, Millenium Park on the Waterfront, Sirius Canadian Star Stage in Pine Stre
et Circle and Pizza Hut (Official Youth Venue).
**NOTE: The Millennium Park Venue will operate from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All other Venues remain operating from 12 noon to 6 p.m.
$ Free

12:00 NOON - 6:00PM

REMEMBERING ELVIS (IN CANADA): 4TH ANNUAL TRIVIA CONCERT - ARENA - 97 HURONTARIO ST.
Presented by Sirius Satellite Radio.
Win yourself a great prize for your trivia knowledge while enjoying Canadian Champion entertainers.Featuring Gino Monopoli (2003), Robin Kelly (2002), Jay Zanier (2007) and Daylin James (1997) and with your Host Stephen Kabakos.
Tickets available on Festival website. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.$20—$40 Reserved Seating.
2:00PM—4:00PM

ELVIS LIVES – MEAFORD HALL – 12 NELSON STREET EAST, MEAFORD
Starring Collingwood Grand Champion Anthony Von (1996) as he pays tribute to the life and career of Elvis Presley. Tickets available at www.meafordhall.ca.
$30 per person.
2:00 PM– 4:00PM

ELVIS ROCKS THE WATERFRONT – BEAR ESTATE @ CRANBERRY RESORT – KEITH AVE.
See two excellent Collingwood Champions, Robin Kelly & Gino Monopoli, with Geri & the Koasters as they bring all the eras of Elvis back to life at the beautiful waterfront Bear Estate. The best of both worlds! Your choice! No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. Tickets available at www.thecranberryresort.com .
5:00PM – 8:00PM $70 per person with Dinner and Show (Dinner from 5 to 6 pm, Show 6 to 8 pm)
9:00PM – 11:00PM $40 per person to Dance and Show

CLAMBAKE! – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Come out and enjoy a gourmet seafood feast fit for a “King”! Savour the flavour of treats from the sea including Clams, Oysters, Crab and more prepared by the famous “Rodney’s Oyster House” in an authentic “Clambake Pit”. For those who prefer “Land over Sea” come and partake of BBQ’s best including mouthwatering Ribs and other great food sensations by Shirwood Foods, all while listening to the fabulous music of “The Lincolns” with special guest appearances by Elvis Tribute Artist Champions James Gibb at 7:30 p.m. and Pete Irwin at 9:00 p.m.
General Admission seating only.
$75 per person including gourmet dinner.
Tickets available on Festival website.
6:00PM – 12:00AM

Special Offer to Saturday Night Arena Ticketholders! Come out and treat yourself to a fabulous gourmet meal before your show for a discount price of $55 per person. You will then be shuttled over to the Arena to enjoy “Celebrating Collingwood Memories” compliments of Millennium Park and the Clambake event organizers! This offer exclusive to Saturday Evening Arena Show ticketholders!

ROY LEBLANC IN CONCERT – VILLAGE AT BLUE MTN – JOZO WEIDER BLVD.
See Champion Roy LeBlanc (2001) and the RoyL Tribute Band as they perform a variety of music hits from Elvis’ impressive repertoire. Free Admission.7:00PM – 10:00PM

MEMORY LANE STREET DANCE - FESTIVAL GARDENS - ARENA PARKING LOT @ STE. MARIE ST.
A fantastic 50's & 60's Rock n' Roll show featuring Freddy Vette & The Flames back by popular demand. Admission subject to capacity. Re-entry not guaranteed. No Pets please.  Age of Majority event. Cash bar on-site. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. $5.00 Gate Admission.
8:00PM - 12:00AM 

ELVIS: CELEBRATING COLLINGWOOD MEMORIES - ARENA - 97 HURONTARIO ST.
Experience historic moments in music made famous by Elvis as we salute our Collingwood Champions over the past 14 years with your Host Stephen Kabakos.Featuring the following Collingwood Grand Champions David Muggeridge (2008) and Pete Paquette (2008), Ben Klein (2005), Shawn Barry (1998), Ray Guillemette Jr. (1995 & 1997), Dean Vegas (2000) & Special Guest Headliner – UETAC Memphis Champion Shawn Klush.
Tickets available on Festival website. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.
$30—$70 Reserved Seating.
8:00PM - 11:30PM

M
OMENTS TO REMEMBER - GAYETY THEATRE - 161 HURONTARIO ST.
Enjoy some of our finest Champions as they pay tribute to Elvis' life and career in an air-conditioned soft seat theatre reminiscent of the Elvis movie “Loving You”. Seating limited to 370! Starring Collingwood Grand Champions Shon Carroll
(2004), David Lee (2004), and International Australian Champion Dean Vegas (2000).
No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.
$40 Reserved Seating.
8:00PM - 11:30PM

ELVIS LIVES – MEAFORD HALL – 12 NELSON STREET EAST, MEAFORD
Starring Collingwood Grand Champion Anthony Von (1996) as he pays tribute to the life and career of Elvis Presley. Tickets available at www.meafordhall.ca.
$30 per person. 8:00 PM– 10:00PM

WHOLE LOTTA ELVIS – OLDE TOWN TERRACE – 219 HURONTARIO ST.
Starring the electric Donny Edwards, with Special Guest Champion Darrin Hagel and Australia’s own Mark Anthony as they pay tribute to the one and only Elvis Presley and all the highlights of his illustrious career. Featuring Rudy Salerno & the Angels and hosted by Brian Roman. Dinner Menu available.
Tickets available on Festival website & at Olde Town Terrace.
$35 General Admission Seating.
7:00PM – 1:00AM

IT’S ALL ABOUT ELVIS – ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION – ONTARIO STREET
Come out with your friends for a night of awesome entertainment with two exciting Collingwood Champions, Lance Dobinson and Chris Ayotte! Watch them celebrate all the memorable moments that made Elvis Presley the world’s greatest entertainer! General Admission Seating. Tickets available on Festival website & the Royal Canadian Legion.
$25 per person.
8:00PM – 11:00PM


Sunday, July 26

GREET THE DAWN PANCAKE BREAKFAST - FOOD COURT ON SECOND STREET.
Hosted by and benefiting a local Charity. Enjoy pancakes and sausage while supporting a great cause.Limited Seating is available on site.
Nominal cost on site.
7:30AM—11:00AM 

VENDOR ALLEY - PINE ST. LOT & SECOND ST.

Browse among our many Merchandise vendors & Sponsor booths. Find a few new treasures to add to your Elvis memorabilia collection. Also featuring a variety of food vendors offering hot and cold favorites. There is something to please every palette and collector. Limited Seating is available in the Food Court area.
$ Varies9:00AM- 5:00PM

SUNRISE WORSHIP SERVICE - ARENA - 97 HURONTARIO ST.
Non-denominational worship service. Free Admission.
All welcome.  Selected Tribute Artists will perform gospel selections with your Host Ron Moore.
$ Freewill offering accepted.
9:00AM—10:30AM

YOUTH TALENT SHOWCASE – MILLENNIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Come out to support the “future” stars of the entertainment industry. This showcase encourages ALL youth to become involved in the Arts. Performances do not have to be “Elvis-related”! To celebrate our 15th Anniversary we have waived the registration fee! Registration is at 9:30AM Showcase is at 10:00AM to 11:00AM.
9:30AM – 11:00AM
 

KID’S FEST & R.O.X. ROCKIN DINER – MILLENIUM PARK ON THE WATERFRONT
Enjoy a Family Themed Event Park with inflatables, kids activities, a Toddler zone, entertainment, food vendors and fun for all ages. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. See Youth Competitors and Champions as they perform for the crowd from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$ Nominal Admission fee at Gate
9:00AM – 4:00PM 

MIDWAY – STE. MARIE ST. @ ONTARIO STREET

Take in the sights, the sounds and the excitement of carnival games, rides and concessions. Fun for everyone!
$ Varies10:00AM - 5:00PM

STARSHINE SERIES - GAYETY THEATRE - 161 HURONTARIO ST.
See your favourite Tribute Artists in a 45 minute rotating showcase for only $8.00 per person per show. Tickets are available on our Festival website. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside. Air Conditioned soft seat theatre. Family friendly event - No alcohol.Sunday Showcases include: 11:30AM starring James Begley & Doug McKenzie (2007); 1:00PM starring Tim Hendry & Glenn Aitchison (2005); 2:30PM starring Joey Cundari & Paul Ross (2001); 4:00PM starring Rick Duin and James Gibb (2008).
$ 8 per person per show.
Reserved seating only.11:30AM – 4:00PM

SEMI-FINAL ROUND OF COMPETITION - FESTIVAL GARDENS - ARENA PARKING LOT @ STE. MARIE ST.
Third round of judging for all Adult divisions. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside the area. Admission subject to capacity. Re-entry not guaranteed. No Pets please. Cash bar on-site. General Admission only.
$5.00 Gate Admission.
11:00AM—4:30PM

THE MARTELS ROCK THE TERRACE – OLDE TOWN TERRACE – 219 HURONTARIO STREETEnjoy tapping your toes or dancing your feet off to the fabulous 50’s & 60’s sounds of The Martels with special Guest Appearance by Brian Roman and Dwight Icenhower. See Jay Zanier at 7 p.m. Lunch/Dinner menu available. Cash bar on-site.Tickets available on Festival website or at the Olde Town Terrace.
$18 per person. General Admission seating only.
12NOON TO 7:00PM

INSPIRATIONAL ELVIS GOSPEL COMPETITION - ARENA - 97 HURONTARIO ST.
5th annual competition featuring 17 competitors with Host 2008 Gospel Champion Roy LeBlanc. Competitors include Mark Anthony, Chris Ayotte, Garyelvis Britt, Jeff Marsh, Wayne Curtis, Rick Duin, Thane Dunn, Darrin Hagel, Doug McKenzie, James Gibb, Marcus Wells, Wayne Junior, Ben Klein, Lance Dobinson, David Muggeridge and Jay Zanier.
No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought inside.
$20—$40 Reserved Seating.
1:00PM—3:00PM

SIRIUS CANADA GRAND FINALS - ARENA - 97 HURONTARIO ST.
Final round of judging where we crown the 2009 Grand Champions presented by Sirius Canada.
Find out who will be the Collingwood Representative for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, TN. “This is a Sell-Out Show so don’t miss out!”
Competitor with the overall highest score will become our Collingwood Representative & receive a $3,000.00 cash award presented by Sirius Canada. Tickets available on Festival website.
$30—$70 Reserved Seating.
6:00PM - 10:30PM

THE LAST HURRAH WRAP UP PARTY – OLDE TOWN TERRACE – 219 HURONTARIO STREET
Wrap-up and farewell party includes light buffet and entertainment by various Tribute Artists. Cash bar on site. Tribute Artists performances are on a voluntary basis. $8 at door.
Admission subject to capacity. 
8:00PM - 1:00AM

Keep checking the website for updates.

Visit
www.ticketbreak.com/elvis or www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com to purchase tickets to Festival shows!

MEAFORD HALL TICKETS can be purchased by visiting www.meafordhall.ca.

CRANBERRY RESORT (BEAR ESTATE) SHOW TICKETS can be purchased by visiting www.thecranberryresort.com .