Legends In Concert to host 5th annual Elvis tribute contest

Strap on your Blue Suede Shoes, it's that time of year again.

Legends In Concert will host the 5^th Annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest on Saturday, June 30 from 7 to 10 p.m., at the theatre located near Broadway at the Beach.

The contest is open to the public and will feature 12 talented tribute artists from as far away as Ohio and with at least one local participant.

Each contestant will sing one song for their chance to compete in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest finals in Memphis, Tenn., to be held this August during Elvis week.

Ticket prices start at $37.95 per ticket and can be purchased by calling 800-960-7469 or by visiting the Legends website.

A two-show combo package for both the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest and the Legends In Concert show is available, saving guests $10 per ticket when they purchase both shows at the same time.

For rabid fans who just can't wait until the 30th to get their fix of The King's music, Lulu's Cafe, 1903 N. Ocean Blvd., will host the monthly meeting of the Elvis Fan Club of Myrtle Beach tonight beginning at 6 p.m.

As always, the meeting will welcome fans and tribute artists of all kinds and feature dinner — complete with Elvis panckase — at 6 p.m., with music from local tribute artist King Shazaam and others at 7 p.m.

The group will also be offering discount tickets ($25) to the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist event. Call 843-712-1890 for more information or visit the club on Facebook.

For more information about the 5th Annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest or Legends In Concert, visit www.legendsinconcert.com.