Holiday Celebrations Return to Gracelandwith Concerts, Tours, and More
Memphis, Tenn. – November 11, 2025 – Holiday celebrations return to Graceland as Elvis’ iconic home in Memphis announces a season of concerts, special tours, and fan experiences. Festivities begin November 20–22 with the annual Holiday Lighting Weekend, officially launching Graceland’s holiday season honoring the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s favorite time of year.
Each year, Graceland continues Elvis’ holiday traditions, decorating with hundreds of blue Christmas lights along the driveway, a life-size nativity scene, and Santa and his reindeer on the front lawn. Inside, the mansion is filled with seasonal décor including Elvis’ traditional red velvet drapes, multiple Christmas trees, and artifacts from Presley family Christmases past. Decorations are installed the week before Thanksgiving and stay in place through Elvis’ birthday in January.
Christmas at Graceland festivities include:
Graceland Christmas Tours
November 20 – December 23, 2025
For a limited time each year, Graceland offers daily Christmas tours featuring live guides sharing holiday stories of what it was like to celebrate Christmas at Graceland with Elvis. On select nights during the season, guests can also enjoy evening Christmas Ultimate VIP Tours, which provide a small group experience with a personal tour guide and special photo ops. For visitors who are looking for a holiday getaway, the Graceland Holiday Hotel Package provides two nights of hotel accommodations, afternoon Christmas tours, a Graceland throw, and a 20% discount on your hotel stay when booked with the package.
Graceland’s Holiday Lighting Weekend
November 20-22, 2025
On November 20 at 6:00 pm, the public is invited to the annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony as Graceland “flips the switch” on Elvis’ holiday lights and decorations. Following the ceremony, Santa will be available for photos at the Enesco Gallery and Gift Shop featuring Department 56, located on the Graceland campus. The highlight of the weekend is two festive holiday concerts at the Graceland Soundstage. On Friday night, enjoy A Rockin’ Memphis Christmas, featuring holiday and rockabilly hits inspired by Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley. Then, on Saturday, it’s Dean Z’s Ultimate Elvis Christmas show, highlighting Elvis’ greatest hits and Christmas classics.
Graceland Mini-Holiday Photo Sessions
November 24 and 25, 2025
This year, for the first time, Graceland is giving families the chance to capture a professionally shot Christmas card photo at one of the most historic homes in the world! Graceland, beautifully decorated with the same holiday decorations the Presley family used, provides an iconic backdrop for your holiday photo. Families can reserve a 10-minute mini photo session with our professional photographer and enjoy two festive settings: one outside in front of the mansion’s holiday display, and another inside Graceland for a second magical shot. Limited slots are still available.
A Guest House Thanksgiving Feast
Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Guest House at Graceland invites family and friends to enjoy a holiday feast filled with seasonal favorites and live music. Guests will enjoy a festive menu including a seasonal favorites such as Harvest Salad, shrimp cocktail, deep-fried turkey, molasses-glazed ham, loaded mashed potatoes, and an array of delicious desserts – plus live music from Armada, performing classic blues, rock, and fan favorites. Seatings are available at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and 5:00 pm. Reservations are recommended and must be paid in full to guarantee your spot. For those who prefer to celebrate at home, The Guest House is also offering a Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go option this year.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas in Concert
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Experience Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas on the big screen at the Graceland Soundstage Thanksgiving weekend, accompanied by James Horner’s score performed live by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Why is the Grinch such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy-Lou Who takes matters into her own hands and turns Whoville and the Grinch’s world upside down, inside out, and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas. All tickets also include access after 3:00 p.m. to tour Elvis Presley’s Memphis, making it the perfect holiday afternoon outing.
Enesco Gift Shop and Gallery Featuring Department 56
Open Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The one-of-a-kind Enesco Gift Shop and Gallery at Graceland Crossing is a Christmas wonderland spanning nearly 50 years of collectibles. With over 1,500 pieces, including the world’s largest display of Department 56 Lit Villages, visitors can enjoy a nostalgic journey through holiday favorites from movies, music, books, and comics. The centerpiece is a 7-level Original Christmas Village display, ending with a whimsical Graceland Mansion. The gift shop features collectibles from Department 56, Jim Shore, Lolita, Allen Designs, and Possible Dreams.
In addition to festive events and tours, Graceland continues Elvis’ tradition of generosity during the season through the Graceland Poinsettia Campaign. The campaign raises money for the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation as well as adds to the beauty of Graceland during the holiday season. Information about the Graceland Poinsettia Campaign is available at Graceland.com.
More information and a complete list of Christmas at Graceland events and offerings – including an Ultimate Elvis Fan Gift Guide – is available at Graceland.com/Christmas.
