Abendveranstaltung in der Trinkkuranlage: Eine fünfköpfige Band spielt in der Konzertmuschel vor Publikum. Scheinwerfer und Pyrotechnik hüllen die Bühne in bunte Lichter, im Hintergrund ist eine große Leinwand mit Elvis Presley zu sehen. | © BNST GmbH
16 to 18 August 2024

Homage to the King of Rock 'n' Roll

At the European Elvis Festival, guests from all over the world celebrate their idol with renowned cover bands, Elvis movies, Cadillacs and much more.

European Elvis Festival

Unique encounters with contemporary witnesses, Elvis party, fan market, classic car parade, music contest - you can only find this at the Elvis Festival in Bad Nauheim. The 22nd festival will take place from 16 to 18 August 2024.

Every year in August, around the anniversary of Elvis Presley's death, rock 'n' roll becomes the spirit of the entire town: Elvis fans from all over the world have already been coming to Bad Nauheim since 2002 to celebrate their idol at the European Elvis Festival. One highlight of the Elvis Presley Festival is the Elvis Party. You can discover new treasures for your collection at the fan market. Contemporary witnesses such as Elvis' musical companions, bands and big stars thrill you with their music and voices.

Classic car parade for vintage car fans

A festival for Elvis Presley – the women and men are styled with petticoats and quiffs like in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. The classic car parade, with Cadillacs and other vintage motors, is a treat for your eyes. With its Elvis Party, live concerts, fan market, classic car parade, music contest, petticoat fashion show, talk shows with close associates of Elvis Presley and much more, the Elvis Festival programme is sure to stay in your memory and your heart. Once you've experienced the European Festival in Bad Nauheim, you'll return again and again.

Tickets

Tickets are expected to be available from 6 May 2024, 10 a.m., at the well-known Reservix advance booking offices, online in the ticket shop (see link below) and at the Bad Nauheim Tourist Information. At the festival day tickets are also available in sufficient quantities directly at the box offices.

 

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Programme schedule 2024

What to expect at the 22nd European Elvis Festival.

Programme on Friday, 16 August
11 a.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

First timer or returnee? No matter which one - the tour will take you back to 1958-1960! Follow his footsteps through the spa town and learn where Elvis lived, what the famous record cover is all about and where you can still find his favorite chocolate cake today.

Meeting point: Tourist Information, 8,50 €
2 p.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

Meeting point:  Tourist Information, 8,50 €
2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
With a day ticket, you can easily get to the festival centre and experience the supporting programme:
 
The special exhibition "Elvis - Live" can be admired in the Kursaal of the Hotel Dolce. A special highlight here is the Elvis Car on display. The fan market is worth a visit every year. Fans can find everything an Elvis collector's heart desires. Those who have had enough of strolling around can admire the classic cars in the sycamore tree yard. You can also expect exhibitions, catering, cinema, Elvis Lottery and much more.

 Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce, included in day ticket
3:30 p.m.
Elvis ‘56 - Winner of the EEF 2019

The musical weekend begins with the band Elvis ‘56. The group Elvis '56 from Poland was the winner of the 2019 Music Contest. The musicians are fascinated by Elvis’ musical oeuvre and play popular songs as well as lesser-known tracks from the beginning of Elvis' career.
 
Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
4 p.m.
Opening Film: Roustabout or Viva Las Vegas

The opening film will turn fans into the mood for the festival weekend.

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage / open air stage, included in day ticket
6 p.m.
Official festival opening

Welcome! Bienvenue! Bienvenidos! Herzlich Willkommen!
The city of Bad Nauheim, the artists and the Elvis-Presley-Gesellschaft e. V. welcome all fans to the 22nd European Elvis Festival!

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage, included in day ticket
7 p.m.
Author Doris Vogel read from her book "Dieses Buch gehört dem König 2.0"
 
Location: Public library in Bad Nauheim, included in day ticket
8 p.m
Elvis Party with The Explosion Rockets

Friday night is THE festival party night! The "Explosion Rockets" will rock the stage, which means: no pair of dancing feet will stand still!

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage
10 p.m.
Elvis Vinyl…..the party goes on

Haven't danced enough? Still feel like partying? Then head down to Hotel Dolce's Pub where the party goes on.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / Pub, 7 € (tickets at the box office only)
Programme on Saturday, 17 August
11 a.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

First timer or returnee? No matter which one - the tour will take you back to 1958-1960! Follow his footsteps through the spa town and learn where Elvis lived, what the famous record cover is all about and where you can still find his favorite chocolate cake today.

Meeting point: Tourist Information, 8,50 €
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
With a day ticket, you can easily get to the festival centre and experience the supporting programme:

The special exhibition "Elvis - Live" can be admired in the Kursaal of the Hotel Dolce. A special highlight here is the Elvis Car on display. The fan market is worth a visit every year. Fans can find everything an Elvis collector's heart desires. Those who have had enough of strolling around can admire the classic cars in the sycamore tree yard. You can also expect exhibitions, catering, cinema, Elvis Lottery and much more.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce, included in day ticket
11:30 a.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 1

For the eight time in a row european singers and bands are sought out. Who will bring the best tribute to Elvis on stage with their music this year? Whether groups or individual artists, whether rock'n'roll, swing, blues, folk or classical music - there is no limit to the musical diversity! We are looking for the best interpreters of Elvis songs. No jumpsuits - only good music, good singing and a good show! The pre-selected applicants will be allowed to perform live during the 22nd European Elvis Festival in Bad Nauheim. The festivals live audience then gets to choose their favourite candidates for the prize giving.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
12:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 2

Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage by the sycamore trees, included in day ticket
1 p.m.
Start of the classic cars on tour, From Bad Nauheim to Friedberg

Marvel at the jewels of the road with lots of chrome and whitewall tires! The classic cars start their tour across the city to Friedberg and are expected back by 2:30 pm.

 Location: Terrassenstraße
1:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 3

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
2 p.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

Meeting point: Tourist Information, 8,50 €
2 p.m.
Meet & Greet with Terry Mike Jeffrey, Glen D. Hardin & Donna Presley

Meet Donna Presley, Glen D. Hardin and Terry Mike Jeffrey at the Meet & Greet in the Hamburg Hall of the Hotel Dolce in Bad Nauheim.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce by Wyndham / Hamburg Hall
2:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 4

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage by the sycamore trees, included in day ticket
2:30 p.m.
Return of the classic cars on tour

Location: Along Terassenstraße to the Festival Centre Hotel Dolce / Sycamore yard
3:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 5

 Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
4 p.m.
Talkshow with Donna Presley - The Family

Donna Kay Presley Elvis Presley's cousin and a daughter of Nash Presley, the youngest sister of Elvis' father Vernon, who married William Earl Pritchett. From the age of ten, Donna spent many summers at Graceland, the King Of Rock'n'Roll's estate in Memphis. As a member of the Presley clan, she had a turbulent life, with its ups and downs. In recent years, she has shared her memories of her famous cousin with fans all over the world. She will also be sharing her childhood memories of Elvis with fans at the European Elvis Festival!

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce by Wyndham / Art Nouveau theater
4:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 6

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage by the sycamore trees, included in day ticket
5 p.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

Meeting point: Tourist Information, 8,50 €
5:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 7

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
6:30 p.m.
Music Contest: Act Nr. 8

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage by the sycamore trees, included in day ticket
8 p.m.
Elvis - from Hollywood to Nashville

Experience Terry Mike Jeffrey, Roman Leon Weiß & Band feat. Glen D. Hardin at the concert in the fantastic open-air setting of the drinking cure salon (Trinkkuranlage).

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage
followed by
Elvis Afterglow 2.0

 After the live show the evening will come to an end with Elvis! Everyone is welcome to join!

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage / open air stage, free entrance & free seating
9 p.m.
Elvis Vinyl…..the party goes on

Haven't danced enough? Still feel like partying? Then head down to Hotel Dolce's Pub where the party goes on.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / Pub, 7 € (tickets at the box office only)
Programme on Sunday, 18 August
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
With a day ticket, you can easily get to the festival centre and experience the supporting programme:

The special exhibition "Elvis - Live" can be admired in the Kursaal of the Hotel Dolce. A special highlight here is the Elvis Car on display. The fan market is worth a visit every year. Fans can find everything an Elvis collector's heart desires. Those who have had enough of strolling around can admire the classic cars in the sycamore tree yard. You can also expect exhibitions, catering, cinema, Elvis Lottery and much more.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce, included in day ticket
10:30 a.m.
3rd place Music Contest

For the eight seventh time in a row european singers and bands are sought out. Who will bring the best tribute to Elvis on stage with their music this year? Whether groups or individual artists, whether rock'n'roll, swing, blues, folk or classical music - there is no limit to the musical diversity! We are looking for the best interpreters of Elvis songs. No jumpsuits - only good music, good singing and a good show! The pre-selected applicants will be allowed to perform live during the 22nd European Elvis Festival in Bad Nauheim. The festivals live audience then gets to choose their favourite candidates for the prize giving.

 Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage (included in day ticket)
11 a.m.
Guided Tour: Elvis - the King in Bad Nauheim

First timer or returnee? No matter which one - the tour will take you back to 1958-1960! Follow his footsteps through the spa town and learn where Elvis lived, what the famous record cover is all about and where you can still find his favorite chocolate cake today.

Meeting point: Tourist Information, 8,50 €
11 a.m.
Talkshow mit Glen D. Hardin

Glen D. was not only the ‘man at the piano’ for Elvis, but also a great arranger who brought the famous ‘Elvis sound’ to the concert stages of the USA. As a permanent member of the legendary TCB band, he accompanied Elvis Presley both in the recording studio and at over 1,000 stage appearances. Glen D. Hardin is a popular and welcome guest at the European Elvis Festival, who is not only a wonderful musician, but also a great conversationalist!

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce by Wyndham / Art Nouveau theater
11:45 a.m.
2nd place Music Contest

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
starting 12 noon
Sunday open for sale

Location: Downtown Bad Nauheim
1 p.m.
Winner of the Music Contest

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
1:30 p.m.
Elvis - Songs From The Heart And Soul - In My Way

Experience Terry Mike Jeffrey, Roman Leon Weiß & Band feat. Glen D. Hardin at the concert in the fantastic open-air setting of the drinking cure salon (Trinkkuranlage).

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage / open air stage
2:30 p.m.
Peggy Sue Vintage fashion show

What would an Elvis festival be without the original look of the 50s and 60s? With fashion and lifestyle from the Rock 'n' Roll era, the fashion show by Frankfurt web designer and DJ Angi Henn, aka "Peggy Sue Vintage", brings authentic outfits to the stage. Starting with original petticoats, blouses and fishnet stockings, handbags with bamboo handles and huge orchid hair clips. Not to forget the pomade for men's quiffs!

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / terrace, included in dayticket
3:30 p.m.
Autograph session with Terry Mike Jeffrey, Glen D. Hardin & Donna Presley

During the autograph session, all fans have the chance to take home a personally dedicated souvenir of their own!

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage / great hall (Interior entrance), included in day ticket
3:30 p.m.
Classic Cars Award and drawing the winners

The favorite four wheels are chosen by now and receive their Awards!

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
3:45 p.m.
Elvis ‘56 - Winner of the EEF 2019

The musical weekend begins with the band Elvis ‘56. The group Elvis '56 from Poland was the winner of the 2019 Music Contest. The musicians are fascinated by Elvis’ musical oeuvre and play popular songs as well as lesser-known tracks from the beginning of Elvis' career.

Location: Festival centre Hotel Dolce / open air stage, included in day ticket
4:30 p.m.
Ending Film: Roustabout or Viva Las Vegas

The opening film will turn fans into the mood for the festival weekend.

Location: Festival centre Trinkkuranlage / open air stage, included in day ticket
Zwei Frauen in gepunkteten Petticoats und Fascinator vor einem Süßwarenladen. | © BNST GmbH

Vibrant town centre

Visit the pedestrian zone between the two festival centres and experience the American lifestyle in the many shops with their special offers this weekend. The programme also includes culinary stalls and street music. Sunday is open for shopping from 12 noon.

Music contest

Inspire the audience with your music at the festival.

Nahaufnahme einer E-Gitarre, auf der zwei Hände spielen. | © BNST GmbH

Elvis' European Home Bad Nauheim is once again looking for the best singers and bands in Europe to bring a tribute to Elvis to the stage with their music! Whether groups or individual artists, whether rock'n'roll, swing, folk music, classical or blues – everyone can apply!

We are looking for the best interpretations of Elvis songs. No jumpsuits – but good music, good singing and a good show! A jury will make the preselection from all the applicants and the best will be allowed to perform as part of the live programme at the 22nd European Elvis Festival in Bad Nauheim. There, the audience will decide on the three podium places. The starting places will be drawn by lot.

Conditions of participation
  • short description of the band or singer with name, history of origin, style
  • Demo CD with at least 3 Elvis songs in the style of the band or singer
  • The programme for the contest must consist of at least 90 percent Elvis songs and must not be longer than 60 minutes
  • If a podium placing is achieved, the applicant undertakes to give a second performance on festival Sunday
  • Application deadline: 30 June 2024
  • Send applications to: Elvis-Presley-Gesellschaft e. V., Maria Hesterberg, Margarethenplatz 2, 53117 Bonn, info@epg-ev.de

Event organisation

The European Elvis Festival is presented by the city of Bad Nauheim in cooperation with the Elvis Presley Society. (EPG), the biggest Elvis club in the German speaking area.

© Elvis, Elvis Presley, Graceland and King Of Rock 'n' Roll are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.


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Matthias Baumann

Culture and Sports

+49 (0) 6032 343-364 +49 (0) 6032 343-373 +49 (0) 151 1470 1514 matthias.baumann@bad-nauheim.de Parkstraße 40/ Zimmer 2.05
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