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 – 8:00PMFESTIVAL
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 Street
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
MOMENTS 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 . |