Las Vegas is the only place in the world, outside of Graceland, where the Elvis Presley legacy lives on.

It’s not uncommon to run in to an Elvis impersonator in the streets of Las Vegas, but if you’re a huge fan of the King and your entire trip revolves around getting a glimpse of the great one then here are some sure fire shows to see:

• Legends In Concert at The Imperial Palace
• Tribute to Elvis Presley in The Fitzgerald’s Showroom
• Trent Carlini: The Musical History of the King at The Sahara
• Pete Vallee as Big Elvis at Bill’s Gambin’ Hall & Saloon

The Life Of An Elvis Impersonator

It’s not easy being The King. The men you see behind those huge sideburns and glistening gold sunglasses spend a lifetime in preparation. It can be a time consuming task to duplicate The King. Whether it’s the 1968 Comeback Elvis, the Early Vegas Jumpsuit Elvis or even Big Elvis, the role of an Elvis Impersonator is no easy task.

Elvis Impersonators are known to spend hours watching Elvis movies and recorded live Elvis performances to master his historic and unique spiraling dance moves and vocal style. They also spend endless hours in front of the mirror perfecting the look and infamous karate kicks.

So the next time you see that spectacular rhinestone-filled white jumpsuit on an Elvis Presley Impersonator in Las Vegas, just remember the work that goes into keeping The Elvis Legacy alive and kicking in fabulous Las Vegas.

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