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September 23 – 27, 2027

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

All events will be held in the Whispers Showroom at the Tiki Resort in Lake George, New York unless otherwise indicated.  The doors of the Whispers Showroom will open one hour prior to each show.  The Paradise Bar will be open Friday & Saturday from 2 PM until closing.

Thursday, September 23

The box office will be open today from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Tiki (outside Whispers Showroom) for anyone who wants to purchase tickets, pickup their tickets/passes, or just stop by to say hello!

Opening Ceremony in Shepard Park

5PM

A free outdoor concert at the brand new amphitheater at Shepard Park, lakeside in Lake George. If you haven’t been before, you may want to bring a folding chair or blanket and remember fall may be colder then June so bring a jacket or blanket.  The Opening Ceremony will be hosted by Irv Cass and will include performances from the weekend’s headliners.
FREE FOR ALL! WE WELCOME THE LAKE GEORGE COMMUNITY!!!

Kick Off Party at the Adirondack Pub & Brewery

Following the Ceremony in Shepard Park until 9:00 PM

Join Dan Barrella at the Adirondack Pub & Brewery as he hosts our annual Kick Off Party.  Both headliners and competitors are welcome to come and sing to warm up their vocal cords and entertain the diners.
FREE FOR ANYONE WHO’S LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO EAT!!!


Friday, September 24

Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Round 1

10 AM

The contest at the Lake George Tribute Festival is a preliminary to the Images of the King World Championship.  Contestants will compete in one division. With Master of Ceremonies Irv Cass. See the contest page of the website for more details. 
TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE FRIDAY BUNDLE.

Elvis’ at the Paradise Bar

2 PM – Closing

Join us at the Tiki Resort’s Paradise Bar for entertainment all afternoon and evening.  Entertainment will be a combination of live performances, movies and more.  The specific event schedule for the Paradise Bar will be posted prior to the festival. Some events may require a cover charge if you don’t have an All Event Pass. Seating is limited and available on a first come basis.

FREE

Friday Night Headline Concert

7 PM

Join us for tonight’s headline show starring  our 2027 headliners: Dwight Icenhower, Ben Thompson, Diogo Light, Robert Washington and Mat Shank. Dan Barrella will serve as MC with Irv Cass appearing as Tom Jones and the EAS Band backing the show!
TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE FRIDAY BUNDLE.

Late Night Dance Party!

10 PM – 1 AM

Dance, sing and have fun at our after hours party hosted by Dan Barrella!

TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SATURDAY BUNDLE.


Saturday, September 25

Elvis Classic Car Parade

9 AM

A Lake George tradition as the Elvis Tribute Artist board dozens of classic cars in the Tiki parking lot and go for a leisurely drive through the Village of Lake George and back to the Tiki.
FREE FOR ALL SPECTATORS!

Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Round 2

10 AM

The contest at the Lake George Tribute Festival is a preliminary to the Images of the King World Championship.  Contestants will compete in one division. With Master of Ceremonies Irv Cass. See the contest page of the website for more details.
TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SATURDAY BUNDLE.

Minne Ha-Ha Tribute Festival Cruises

1:30 – 2:30 PM Cruise with (to be announced)

3:15 – 4:14 PM Cruise with (to be announced)

5:15 -6:15 PM Cruise with (to be announced)

All aboard the Lake George Steamboat Company’s Minne Ha-Ha to enjoy music from one of our fabulous Elvis Tribute Artist Headliners.  Enjoy live entertainment on this one hour cruise up beautiful Lake George. A small snack bar and cocktails will be available.

TICKETS NOT INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS.

Adults $25 / Seniors $23 / Children $13.  Click here for details and tickets.

Elvis’ at the Paradise Bar

2 PM – Closing

Join us at the Tiki Resort’s Paradise Bar for entertainment all afternoon and evening.  Entertainment will be a combination of live performances, movies and more.  The specific event schedule for the Paradise Bar will be posted prior to the festival. Some events may require a cover charge if you don’t have an All Event Pass. Seating is limited and available on a first come basis.

Elvis at the Comfort Inn & Suites

2 PM – 3:30 PM

Join us for a free afternoon of entertainment at the Comfort Inn & Suites – Lake George (formerly the Wingate – Lake George, 4054 NY-9L) hosted by Ruben Castello and featuring entertainment by our ETA competitors.  Performances will be pool side, weather permitting.

FREE

Saturday Night Headline Concert

7 PM

Join us for tonights headline show “Era of Elvis,” starring Dwight Icenhower, Diogo Light and Ben Thompson. With MC Irv Cass and the EAS Band!

TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SATURDAY BUNDLE.

Late Night Luau After Party

10 PM – 1 AM

Everyone’s getting lei’d tonight!!! Wear your Hawaiian best as we party into the night while having fun listening to the ETAs, dancing playing games and enjoying specially themed drink cocktails. Hosted by Dan Barrella.
TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE FRIDAY BUNDLE.


Sunday, September 26

Gospel Concert

Noon

Sunday starts with our headliners returning to the stage for a concert celebrating Elvis’ gospel and inspirational roots.

TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SUNDAY BUNDLE.

Contest Finals 

Following Gospel

Immediately following the Gospel Concert will be our contest finals where our top five contestants will perform a final set.

TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SUNDAY BUNDLE.

Champion’s set from Lake George’s 2026 Champion Mat Shank followed by the 2027 results

Following the Contest

While the final scores are tallied, our most recent (2026) Lake George Elvis Festival Champion, Mat Shank will perform, followed by the announcing the results of the contest.  A lot packed into one great morning of fun. With Master of Ceremonies Irv Cass and the EAS Band!

TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SUNDAY BUNDLE.

Past Champions Dinner at the Boardwalk Restaurant

5 PM – 7 PM (2 Lower Amherst St, Lake George)

Join some of our past champions including Dwight Icenhower, Robert Washington and Sylvain Leduc for dinner and entertainment at the Past Champion’s dinner.  Seating is limited, and you must buy dinner to attend. Make your reservations by calling the Boardwalk at 518-668-5342 (line answered seasonally).

GUESTS WILL BE SEATED ON A FIRST COME BASES.

That’s a Wrap Party!

8 PM – 10 PM

Say goodbye to your Elvis friends and family.  One last opportunity to grab a drink and enjoy live entertainment hosted by Dan Barrella!
TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE ALL EVENT PASS. TICKETS INCLUDED IN THE SUNDAY BUNDLE.