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Christmas at Graceland runs Nov 19 to Dec 23, 2026 in Memphis. The Christmas Afternoon Tour is $100 for adults and $69.50 for ages 5-10, daily from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Holiday Lighting Weekend, Nov 19-21, opens the season with a free lighting ceremony on Thursday, Nov 19 at 6:00 p.m. Everything below was read on Graceland’s own site on 2026-10-29.
At a Glance
| Detail | What the organizer says |
|---|---|
| Dates | Christmas tours Nov 19 to Dec 23, 2026; Holiday Lighting Weekend Nov 19-21 |
| Where | Graceland, 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis (parking and GPS address) |
| Afternoon tour | Daily 3:00-5:00 p.m.: $100 adults (11 and up), $69.50 youth (5-10), 4 and under free |
| Evening Ultimate VIP tour | Select nights at 6:00, 6:30 and 7:00 p.m.: $300 per person, ages 2 and up, up to 8 people per tour. Not offered Mondays and Tuesdays or on some late-night-event dates. |
| Free on Nov 19 | Holiday Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. on the Plaza Green (also streamed live), then Santa photos and kids’ crafts 6:30-7:45 p.m. |
| Parking | $10 for standard vehicles, $15 for oversized ones (Graceland FAQ); Christmas-specific parking is not stated |
| Tickets | Non-refundable; changes allowed before 5:00 p.m. Central the day before |
What The Tours Include
- Afternoon tourThe mansion Christmas tour with live guides, a self-guided look at Elvis’ jets and the Elvis Presley’s Memphis complex.
- Ultimate VIP evening tourAn expert-guided tour of the mansion and grounds, holiday photo spots, the jets, the Memphis complex, a $20 food voucher and a keepsake backstage pass.
- Decor, as Graceland describes itBlue lights lining the driveway, a life-size nativity scene, red velvet drapes and glittering trees.
Holiday Lighting Weekend, Nov 19-21
| Day | What is on |
|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 19 | Lighting ceremony 6:00 p.m. (free); Santa photos and kids’ crafts 6:30-7:45 p.m. (free); one-night After Dark Christmas Tour at $350 |
| Fri, Nov 20 | Jingle Jam Holiday Party 7:00-9:00 p.m., $35 |
| Sat, Nov 21 | Elvis Unbuttoned: Archives Show & Tell 1:00 p.m., $25; Dean Z’s Rockin’ Christmas Show 7:00 p.m., $43.50 or $67.50 (the page does not say which price is which seat) |
| Weekend package | $458 per person with taxes and fees, with extras listed on Graceland’s page |
Graceland says some tour times conflict with package events, so you cannot attend both. Check its Holiday Lighting Weekend page before you pick a night.
What to Know Before You Go
- BagsNone allowed on the tour; lockers at Guest Services.
- StrollersFolded on the shuttle, not allowed in the mansion; usable around Elvis Presley’s Memphis.
- PetsService animals only.
- PhotosCameras allowed, no flash; no video cameras inside the mansion.
- ArrivalTours are for a specific hour; print-at-home ticket holders should arrive 15 minutes early.
- AccessThe mansion tour is wheelchair accessible except two basement rooms; the airplanes are not; shuttles have a lift.
Still Unconfirmed
- Whether tours run on Dec 24 and 25 (Graceland lists tours only through Dec 23).
- Christmas-specific parking prices.
- Weather policy for the Christmas tours.
- Graceland’s own pages disagree on gift shop hours (10 a.m.-4 p.m. on one page, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on another).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas at Graceland?
The Christmas tours run Nov 19 to Dec 23, 2026. Holiday Lighting Weekend is Nov 19-21, and the free lighting ceremony is Thursday, Nov 19, at 6:00 p.m.
How much is the Christmas tour?
The Christmas Afternoon Tour is $100 for adults (11 and up) and $69.50 for youth (5-10); children 4 and under are free. The evening Ultimate VIP tour is $300 per person for ages 2 and up, in groups of up to 8.
Can I bring a bag or a stroller?
No bags of any kind are allowed on the tour, including camera bags and backpacks; lockers are available at Guest Services. Strollers must be folded and are not allowed inside the mansion.
Are pets allowed?
Only service animals are allowed on the Graceland campus.
Can I get a refund?
Graceland says tickets are non-refundable. Changes are allowed before 5:00 p.m. Central the day before the tour, to a date within one year.
Sources
- Christmas at Graceland, checked 2026-10-29
- Holiday Lighting Weekend, checked 2026-10-29
- Graceland FAQ, checked 2026-10-29
- Guest policies, checked 2026-10-29
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Straight-line distance from the centre of Memphis, not driving miles. Events within 40 miles, places within 25. Dates come from our checked events list and may change; confirm with the organizer.
Cite this page: It's Tennessee, “Christmas at Graceland 2026: Dates, Tickets and Tips”, itstennessee.com/christmas-at-graceland-memphis/ (updated ). By the It's Tennessee editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.