Elvis Presley’s Graceland is hosting a two-day fan gathering linked to Hallmark Channel’s June Weddings series, combining country music heritage with the network’s annual wedding-themed programming. The June Weddings Fan Celebration takes place May 18–19, featuring meet-and-greet sessions with Hallmark actors, exclusive film previews, and themed gatherings on the Memphis landmark.
Meetings, Previews, and Private Tours
Actors from Hallmark’s new films will participate, including Kellie Pickler and Wes Brown, who will discuss their upcoming movie, Wedding at Graceland, during a panel and question-and-answer session. Filming for this project began recently, marking the first installment of two sequels to last year’s Christmas at Graceland, which ranked as Hallmark’s top-rated original film and led its holiday programming.
Jack Wagner, Josie Bissett (known from Wedding March 5), and Jill Wagner (from Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses) will also engage in discussions, signings, and special events like the Going to the Chapel VIP Cocktail Party and the Happily Ever After Dinner and Dance Party, where Wagner will perform live music.
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Guests can explore Graceland through a VIP tour, including access to the newly opened Chapel in the Woods, which opened last summer and will host weekend activities.
The season of “I Dos” will be celebrated through special wedding-themed parties and receptions. Hallmark Channel’s June Weddings season premieres June 1, with a new original movie airing every Saturday night. The schedule includes:
- June 1: Wedding at Graceland
- June 8: Wedding March 5
- June 15: The Last Bridesmaid
- June 22: The Wedding Belle
- June 29: Perfect Harmony
Ticket packages are available now through Graceland’s website. The weekend merges Hallmark’s romantic storytelling with the estate’s cultural weight, letting fans interact with both brands in one experience.
A Proven Approach—and Its Return
The collaboration follows the success of Christmas at Graceland, which leveraged the estate’s seasonal appeal and Elvis’s lasting fame. The film’s high ratings showed that pairing Hallmark’s holiday content with Graceland’s iconic status could appeal to both music enthusiasts and movie viewers.
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This time, weddings serve as the focus, a theme that aligns with the newly opened Chapel in the Woods, which opened last year. For Hallmark, the Graceland connection reinforces its image as a source of heartwarming, small-town romance, even when set in a historic location.
The event also promotes June Weddings, a key part of Hallmark’s summer schedule. By hosting fans at Graceland, the network creates a sense of exclusivity, matching the intimate, community-focused tone of its films.
Debbie Miller, Graceland’s Chief Marketing Officer, described the partnership as a way to combine two fan bases: Elvis devotees and Hallmark viewers. The weekend’s activities, live music, themed parties, aim to replicate the emotional appeal of Hallmark’s stories, even briefly.
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For attendees, the event offers a chance to step into Hallmark’s film world while exploring Graceland’s history. The Chapel in the Woods provides a direct connection to Elvis’s personal life, contrasting with the fictional romances Hallmark specializes in.
Event Highlights and Attendance Details
The weekend includes:
- A moderated discussion with Kellie Pickler and Wes Brown about Wedding at Graceland.
- Exclusive previews of upcoming June Weddings films.
- A live performance by Jack Wagner during the Happily Ever After Dinner and Dance Party.
- Themed gatherings like the Bachelorette Farewell Dinner Party and Going to the Chapel Cocktail Party.
- A VIP tour of Graceland, including the Chapel in the Woods.
Tickets are available through Graceland’s official site.
